West Haven’s Earliest Days Part I See part 2 here. See part 3 here. See part 4 here. See part 5 here. We acknowledge the efforts of Lorraine Wood Rockefeller, who originally set these words down in about 1960. Our town, now thickly … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner
Dems prove Trump’s right
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist The attempted political assassination of Brett Kavanaugh is bad for the country, but good for a Trumpian attitude toward American politics. The last-minute ambush validates key assumptions of Donald Trump's … [Read more...] about Dems prove Trump’s right
Editorial
Readers’ complaints real The ongoing kerfuffle concerning this newspaper’s weekly column, The Gripe Vine, and members of the Rossi administration have made – in a certain sense – good copy. Gripe Vine writer Eleanore Turkington, who has written the … [Read more...] about Editorial
Coppolas – Italian ‘Couple of the Year’
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The West Haven Columbus Day Committee will honor its Italian Couple of the Year at the city’s 20th annual Columbus Day Celebration. Mario G. Coppola, who owned and operated Mario & Joseph Men’s … [Read more...] about Coppolas – Italian ‘Couple of the Year’
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: Thank you for printing my original letter relating to removing litter at bus stops throughout the city and for your responses. I will definitely be willing to compile a list of bus stops that need trash barrels. Adding … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
West Shore District marks 100th
By Kevin R. McKeon and Jacquelyn A. Donovan On the weekend of Oct. 13-14, the West Shore Fire Department will be celebrating and commemorating a milestone. The district will mark its 100th Anniversary with a celebration that will feature many … [Read more...] about West Shore District marks 100th
Scout project cleans sanctuary
Eagle Scout projects typically provide an opportunity for a mature scout to make a contribution to the community in which they live. But this year, in West Haven, something unique occurred. Two brothers, Connor and Aidan Lynch, both 16, each chose … [Read more...] about Scout project cleans sanctuary
The week in photos – September 27, 2018
Registrar’s session to complete preliminary registry list
At this session, registrars remove electors from the registry list who have died, become disenfranchised or confirmed in writing that they have moved out of town. The registrars shall be in session for the purpose of completing a preliminary registry … [Read more...] about Registrar’s session to complete preliminary registry list