As I write this week’s missive, I see that we have passed the “vernal equinox” and are now in that wonderful time o’ year, spring. At least that’s what the calendar sez, my lumbago sez different. The mornings in these parts have been quite something … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Budget, accolade top B of E confab
By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter It was a mixed bag at last week’s Board of Education meeting with budget matters topping the agenda, as well as other, less pressing, but important issues on the docket. Superintendent of Schools Neil … [Read more...] about Budget, accolade top B of E confab
Rossi to propose 2nd budget plan
With a five-year plan that includes automatic increases in the city’s mill rate in order to create more cash flow, Mayor Nancy Rossi will propose her second city budget tonight in a special session of the City Council set for the Council Chambers at … [Read more...] about Rossi to propose 2nd budget plan
‘Blue Lady’ sends thanks to city
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice With Mayor Nancy R. Rossi looking on, Irishwoman of the Year Joan Downing Connor unveiled a Kelly green street sign designating the Campbell Avenue side of City Hall “Joan D. Connor Square” for the … [Read more...] about ‘Blue Lady’ sends thanks to city
Skeens ready to take over May opus
By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter While students from the high school prepare for the debut of Cinderella next week, another show is in the works, and this one is a bit different. Courtney Skeens, a senior at WHHS, was chosen as the director … [Read more...] about Skeens ready to take over May opus
The week in photos – March 14, 2019
Around town
Easter Fest The annual Easter Fest and Craft Fair, sponsored by First Congregational Church on the Green, is set for Saturday, April 6, 9-2:30, at the church, 464 Campbell Ave, The fair features handmade candies & crafts, a bake sale, and … [Read more...] about Around town
Westie Blue In Touch
Looking to play for a fourth straight state title, the Darien girls hockey team had one more hill to climb before reaching the championship game. That hill proved to be worth the climb. Behind a strong defensive effort, and two points apiece … [Read more...] about Westie Blue In Touch
ND skaters upend Darien, 3-1
With wrestling and indoor track now complete, Notre Dame is down to three winter sports teams still competing. Basketball won its first-round state tournament game, hockey reached Ingalls Rink, and swimmers fared well at Class M Trials. Hockey -- … [Read more...] about ND skaters upend Darien, 3-1
Westies topple Wilcox Tech
After defeating the St. Paul Falcons 57-49 in the first round of the CIAC playoffs, the West Haven boys’ basketball team traveled to Meriden on Thursday night to face the fourth-seeded Wilcox Tech Indians. When Mufee Cooper hit a three-pointer just … [Read more...] about Westies topple Wilcox Tech