By Ariana Fine Special to the Voice In their first meet of the season, West Haven Swim Club Wizards brought in a 375-270 win over the Oxford Otters Nov. 16. The team swam another win against Newtown on Nov. 23. West Haven v. … [Read more...] about Wizards win opening meets of season
Ferraro roast set, Jan 11
The West Haven Republican Town Committee is hosting a “Roast of State Rep. Charlie Ferraro (R-117) on Saturday, Jan. 11 at the West Haven Elks Hall, 265 Main St. Ferraro is retiring from the General Assembly with the beginning of the new term. … [Read more...] about Ferraro roast set, Jan 11
City marks Pearl Harbor Day
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city and the West Haven Veterans Council will observe Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day on the Veterans Walk of Honor in Bradley Point Park at 10:30 a.m. Dec. 7. All veterans are invited to … [Read more...] about City marks Pearl Harbor Day
Dear Felicia
Well howdy-do, honeybunch. The year keeps flying by, and we at the papyrus office can’t believe how fast things are heading. Before yew know it, our traditional Thanksgiving isshew will be coming out, and it will feature the many faces of our … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist West End Market In 1932, the intersection of Kelsey Avenue and Main Street was a far cry from what we know today: In those days before traffic signals, a rotary existed there, and the roads were all … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
The week in photos – November 14, 2024
Gripevine
Dear Gripe Vine Readers: I am sorry if you haven’t read your complaints in my column recently and I want to assure you that I will address them as soon as possible. I sustained an injury, and it set my correspondence back for a time. However, as … [Read more...] about Gripevine
At a Glance
Leaf bag pickup ends week of Dec. 9 Leaf bag pickup will end the week of Dec. 9 on residents’ regular trash pickup days. City residents are asked to put leaves and grass clippings in separate biodegradable paper bags for curbside pickup. … [Read more...] about At a Glance
13th Thanksgiving Dinner plans underway
For the 13th year in its present format, the Community Thanksgiving Dinner Committee is gearing up for another successful event. The committee, made up of parishioners of First Congregational Church, is under the direction of Dinner Coordinator Bill … [Read more...] about 13th Thanksgiving Dinner plans underway
Mayor orders ‘burn ban’ in wake of drought
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice With no significant rainfall expected, the city’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security and three fire departments are warning residents of a continued elevated fire risk, including … [Read more...] about Mayor orders ‘burn ban’ in wake of drought