By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist The celebrated author Ta-Nehisi Coates is not reliable regarding things he's spent considerable time thinking about here in the U.S., so it's presumably a mistake to put much stock in his newly formed … [Read more...] about Author Coates is a moral idiot
Editorial
The Mayflower Compact When Puritans left England in May of 1620, they were unsure what lay ahead for them, knowing they had to endure months at sea making the crossing. They were looking to create a “Shining City on a Hill” filled with … [Read more...] about Editorial
Letters
Cohen thanks voters for their support Although the election is now over, I will cherish the memories for my lifetime. Should it have been the warm greeting at your doorstep and the thoughtful conversations, or sharing our … [Read more...] about Letters
Obituaries
Ruth Tietjen Ruth Tietjen, age 93, of West Haven passed away peacefully at home on November 6, 2023. She was the wife of the late Henry L. Tietjen. Ruth was born in Terryville, CT, daughter of the late Robert and Emily Jabs Haupt. She is … [Read more...] about Obituaries
Small Business Saturday marked by city
By Michael P.Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Nancy R. Rossi has announced the city’s participation in the 14th annual Small Business Saturday on Nov. 25. Nov. 25 also marks the lighting of West Haven’s Christmas … [Read more...] about Small Business Saturday marked by city
WHFD accepts old flags for annual rites
The West Haven Fire Department is now prepared to accept United States Flags that are no longer serviceable for display. Members of the public can now deposit U.S. Flags to be retired in a receptacle located to the left front entrance of the West … [Read more...] about WHFD accepts old flags for annual rites
Firm hired to check city sewers
CDM Smith of East Hartford and Martinez Couch & Associates LLC of Rocky Hill have been contracted by West Haven to conduct a sewer system study for locating sources of stormwater inflow to the city’s sanitary sewer system. The … [Read more...] about Firm hired to check city sewers
Holiday season ushered in with Saturday gala
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The annual lighting of West Haven’s Christmas tree on the Green will herald an evening of merriment Saturday. The holiday festival will commence at 4 p.m. with the national anthem sung … [Read more...] about Holiday season ushered in with Saturday gala
Borer Administration inaugural set, Dec. 3
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Dorinda Borer will serve as West Haven’s second female mayor when she and the rest of the city’s elected officials are administered the oath of office at 11 a.m. Dec. 3. State Attorney … [Read more...] about Borer Administration inaugural set, Dec. 3
Bereavement group sets meeting, Dec. 6
A second gathering of a bereavement group for widows, widowers and partners is scheduled from 6-7:30 p.m. Dec. 6 at the West Haven Senior Center on the upper floor of the Johnson Community Center, 201 Noble St. To preregister or for more … [Read more...] about Bereavement group sets meeting, Dec. 6