Harugari Christmas The Harugari Singing Society, 66 Highland St., is planning two Christmas events: Sunday, Dec. 2 is the annual Christkindl Markt. Open to the public it offers a Rouladen Dinner this is $18 for members and $25 for non-members. … [Read more...] about Around town
Historian’s corner
Milton C. Cochran, USMC Part I See part 2 here. See part 3 here. Antoinette “Toni” Cochran awoke suddenly; she sat bolt upright in the darkness and shook her husband: “Bus, Bus, wake up! Something terrible has happened to Milt. I don’t know how I … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner
MARB: How the city got to where it is today
By Mayor Nancy R. Rossi The City of West Haven has struggled with finances for decades. It was in 1991 that the state had to intervene and take over when city and state officialsdealt with deficits of around $17 million. In the spring of 2017, … [Read more...] about MARB: How the city got to where it is today
Biden may be Dems’ hope
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Joe Biden is a gaffe-prone 75-year-old Washington veteran -- who is exactly what Democrats need.The suburbs have turned against Republicans, but Donald Trump's working-class base is still with him in a … [Read more...] about Biden may be Dems’ hope
Editorial
Former mayor must explain decisions during his term The announcement was expected. Indeed, many political-types in the city had been murmuring about it for weeks. Former Mayor Edward M. O’Brien is exploring the possibility of a run against current … [Read more...] about Editorial
Gripevine
Gripe Vine Readers: Before I begin this week’s column, I would like to provide an insight on how Gripe Vine is going to deal with the lack of response to your complaints to the City of West Haven officials. I feel this columnist has given more … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Howdy do, sweetie. Hope you survived Thanksgiving and Black Friday. Cobina came down with a bit of a cold with the brutal temperatures we had in these parts, and decided to stay close to home, especially on Black Friday. Effen yew tried to git on the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Paredes named state’s best in her profession
A 17-year veteran of the city’s school system, and the person charged with keeping things running following the tragic death of a principal, has been named the Connecticut Association of Schools Assistant Principal of the year. Dana Paredes, who … [Read more...] about Paredes named state’s best in her profession
City brings in Yuletide with mirth
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Santa and Mrs. Claus joined Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and her special guests to light the Christmas tree on the Green during the annual holiday kickoff Saturday. Santa and Mrs. Claus, who arrived in a 1916 … [Read more...] about City brings in Yuletide with mirth
