By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Coleman William Walsh, Jr., a goodwill ambassador of the Irish-American community who has dedicated his lifework to carrying on the spirited traditions of Ireland, will receive West Haven’s Irishman of … [Read more...] about Top Irishman Walsh feted Friday
Opioid crisis marked on Black Balloon Day
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Flanked by black balloons, a sober reminder of the lives taken by the opioid crisis, the Rev. Kathryn King led Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and city and state officials in a prayer service March 6 for West … [Read more...] about Opioid crisis marked on Black Balloon Day
Rossi budget set for unveiling
With a special session of the City Council scheduled for 6 p.m. today, Mayor Nancy Rossi was putting the finishing touches on her first recommended budget and the address she expected to give during the session. Rossi, who has been working since … [Read more...] about Rossi budget set for unveiling
The week in photos – March 8, 2018
At a glance
Society hosts Rossi West Haven Historical Society is to host Mayor Nancy Rossi on Thursday March 8. The mayor is scheduled to speak at 7p.m. at the Poli House, 686 Savin Ave., opposite the Green. This is the first meeting of the Society in … [Read more...] about At a glance
Around town
Harugari events The Harugari Singing Society is sponsoring two events, both at the 66Highland Street Club Grounds, in March. On Friday, March 16, is an Irish Family Dinner from 5-9. Menu is a traditional corned beef and cabbage dinner with Irish … [Read more...] about Around town
Wizards’ All-Stars end regular season
The Wizards season ended with a bang. The Yankee League All-Star Pentathlon was packed full of exciting races and best times. Wizards who earned top 6 finishes in the Yankee League were: Arianna Rose – 6th place for the 6 & under Girls, … [Read more...] about Wizards’ All-Stars end regular season
Sextets look to tournament
The West Haven Squirt A travel hockey team lost its regular season finale, 7-1, to Avon A. Ethan Kelly scored the lone Blue Devils goal when he deflected in a shot from the point by Dylan Link. The Westies are now 32-14-3 overall. West Haven … [Read more...] about Sextets look to tournament
Sharks ousted by New Canaan, 2-0
The West Haven/Sacred Heart girls hockey team, fresh off its SCC Championship win over Hamden, hosted Hall/Conard on Monday evening in the first round of the Connecticut High School Girls’ Hockey Association state tournament. The Westie Sharks … [Read more...] about Sharks ousted by New Canaan, 2-0
Knights fall to Academics in SCC
It’s league postseason time on the local high school sports scene. Basketball makes run to SCC semifinals, hockey falls in SCC/SWC Division 1 championship game, and swimming places fifth at SCC Meet as all three teams fared well in advance of CIAC … [Read more...] about Knights fall to Academics in SCC