By Rob Forleo Special to the Voice For more than five decades, the Edward L. Bennett Hockey Rink has served as an extension of West Haven High School, functioning not only as the home of the school’s hockey program, but also as a classroom … [Read more...] about Bennett Rink upgrade to extend venue’s life
The week in photos – September 17, 2026
Time capsule buried, to be open in 2076
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice As part of the city’s yearlong festivities celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, Mayor Dorinda Borer was joined by fellow Westies on Sept. 9 to bury a time capsule on the historic Green for a … [Read more...] about Time capsule buried, to be open in 2076
City remembers victims of 9/11 attacks
‘Folks on Spokes’ returns to area, Oct. 4
Bridges Healthcare will celebrate 35 years of bringing the community together to support mental health and addiction recovery when its Folks on Spokes & Step Forward Ride + Walk returns to Fowler Fields in downtown Milford on Sunday, Oct. 4, at … [Read more...] about ‘Folks on Spokes’ returns to area, Oct. 4
Dear Felicia
With the morning air getting jest a bit nippy, yew can tell that fall is jest around the corner. September brings two things that has to do with weather, cool mornings and humid days with jest enuff heat to make it uncomfortable. Last week, we had a … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Behind the Stacks
Welcome back to Behind the Stacks! We would like to extend a huge thank you to the City Council members, State Representatives, board members, patrons, and staff who showed up to celebrate the unveiling of our brand-new state-of-the-art … [Read more...] about Behind the Stacks
Sandy Point group plans confab
The Sandy Point Neighborhood Association (SPNA) will hold its 5th annual meeting on Saturday, Sept. 26 at 9 a.m. at the West Haven Public Library, 300 Elm St. SPNA members and the public are invited to attend the meeting to learn about the … [Read more...] about Sandy Point group plans confab
Sandy Point clean-up, set Sept. 19
The Sandy Point Association is sponsoring its annual fall cleanupof the Sandy Point Bird Sanctuary, on Saturday, Sept. 19 at 11 a.m. The rain date is Sunday, Sept. 20. Trash bags, trash pickers, gloves, snacks and bottled water will be … [Read more...] about Sandy Point clean-up, set Sept. 19
Editorial
Public/Private plan alluring A city landmark may get a much needed – and necessary – overhaul if a new concept advocated by the administration of Mayor Dorinda Borer is successful. Two weeks ago, a Request for Proposal (RFP) was posted by the … [Read more...] about Editorial