Well sweetie, the kiddies are outta school, and summer is in full swing with the solstice. Believe it or not in another couple o’ weeks we’re gonna realize that the days are getting shorter and that means the long slog toward winter – again. And jest … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
City Hall closed for furlough Friday
Move to save city $73,000 Working with the unions that represent city employees, police, Allingtown firefighters and wastewater treatment workers, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi has instituted a furlough day for all union and nonunion personnel, including the … [Read more...] about City Hall closed for furlough Friday
City trio raised to rank of Eagle Scout June 12
Only four percent of Boy Scouts ever reach the rank of Eagle Scout, so it’s a rare day when any Boy Scout troop holds an Eagle Scout Court of Honor. It is even more rare for three Scouts to rise to Eagle at the same time, but such was the case … [Read more...] about City trio raised to rank of Eagle Scout June 12
Khondker gets primary ballot for GOP 116th
Roman Khondker, 18, of West Haven has filed petition signatures with Republican Registrar of Voters Jo Anne Callegari to force a primary between him and Republican City Councilman-at-Large Richard DePalma for the 116th State House of Representatives … [Read more...] about Khondker gets primary ballot for GOP 116th
At a glance
Residents reminded to renew dog licenses Residents who own dogs must renew their licenses before June 30 or face a $1 monthly fine, City Clerk Deborah Collins said. State law requires dog owners to submit a current rabies vaccination certificate … [Read more...] about At a glance
The week in photos – June 21, 2018
Mets clinch playoff berth
The Gunning Law Firm Mets clinched the number-1 seed in the upcoming tournament by beating the Leslie Jewelers Dodgers, 11-2. Danny Potter, Robert Foley, Jacob D'Avignon, and Jayden Roby combined for eight hits and seven RBI. AJ Pope had a key hit … [Read more...] about Mets clinch playoff berth
Cubs end year on high note
The regular season came to a close this week in the West Haven Little League as the postseason now approaches. In Majors action, the Full Circle Pizza Cubs ended on a high note, winning their final two games. Connor Hume and Jeremiah Kavanah … [Read more...] about Cubs end year on high note
Westie Blue In Touch
Brendan Kirck has had his share of battles with Hamden. As a pitcher at Notre Dame-West Haven, Kirck and the Green Knights have seen first-hand how explosive Hamden’s lineup can be. Kirck now gets to enjoy that lineup on the same side of the … [Read more...] about Westie Blue In Touch
Youth Soccer teams end spring season
The Gunning Law Firm U16 Boys Travel team brought home the championship in the CT Cup on Saturday, after a double-overtime effort. The Westies were crowned co-champions as the game ended in a 2-2 draw against Cheshire. The Elite Soccer Camps U-12 … [Read more...] about Youth Soccer teams end spring season