State Rep. Michael A. DiMassa has announced he is once again, asking for the support of voters in the 116th District in his race for re-election. He plans to seek the Democratic nomination for the legislative seat for a second time. On Wednesday, … [Read more...] about DiMassa seeks 2nd term
From the desk of… Bill Riccio, Jr.
As the city gets into the last phase of the budget-making process –leading to a budget ordinance barely a month from now – some have been critical of the West Haven Voice’s coverage, calling it pro-Mayor Rossi. It is a criticism heard before with new … [Read more...] about From the desk of… Bill Riccio, Jr.
Gripevine
Gripe Vine Readers: I have already received a number of inquiries on the status of the Department of Motor Vehicle office that will be opening in West Haven. Today, I am happy to provide my readers with up to date information on this new DMV West … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
March came in like a lion and went out like one, too, honey bunch, and April doesn’t seem to be much better. As Iyam scribing this week’s missive to yew, at least five inches of snow are falling outside and it’s April 2. The rest o’ the week is gonna … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Westies Care dinner set Monday
The ninth annual Westies Care recognition dinner is scheduled for Monday, April 9 at the Cielo Ballroom, 85 Chase Lane. Students involved in community service activities as well as civic leaders and educators are among this year’s … [Read more...] about Westies Care dinner set Monday
Council begins its budget review
With the annual public hearing now complete, the City Council begins a six-week, twice-weekly review of Mayor Nancy Rossi’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2019. The charter-mandated review ends May 3 when the council will be required to pass a … [Read more...] about Council begins its budget review
DMV Express opens
City and state officials, including Mayor Nancy R. Rossi, state Rep. Dorinda Borer and DMV Commissioner Michael R. Bzdyra, heralded the opening of Connecticut’s first DMV Express — a Department of Motor Vehicles license and ID card renewal center — … [Read more...] about DMV Express opens
The week in photos – March 29, 2018
Did you know??
West Haven’s Ken Strong is shown kicking for the New York Giants at the Polo Grounds during the 1930s. The pro football Hall of Famer was a student at WHHS in the days when it was housed in the former Union School at the corner of Center Street and … [Read more...] about Did you know??
At a glance
Team Tom raising money for MS Walk, April 29 Tom Conroy, a program coordinator at the Department of Parks and Recreation, is seeking donations for his team, Team Tom, for the upcoming walk for multiple sclerosis. The annual Connecticut MS Walk … [Read more...] about At a glance