By Dan Shine Voice Columnist The Sacrifice of Abraham “Greater love hath no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends.” John 15:13 Near Dusseldorf, Germany April, 1945 Private Daniel R. “Bob” Shine sat in his … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Fontana named Econ chief
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer has appointed Stephen Fontana as the city’s new economic development director. For the past 10 years, Fontana has served as the deputy economic development director of New … [Read more...] about Fontana named Econ chief
Hidden Gems
By Bonnie Posick EDC member About a mile up the Boston Post Road in West Haven, next door to a used car dealership, Shana McCarthy has created an oasis. Inner Essence Spa and Wellness Center moved to this location in March of 2019, after … [Read more...] about Hidden Gems
AFC Urgent Care takes a 4-2 win in soccer
It's been an exciting couple of weeks for the West Haven Youth Soccer League, with plenty of action taking place. The Seacrest Retirement Home Strikers added two more wins to their record, playing against the Connex Credit Union and RQ … [Read more...] about AFC Urgent Care takes a 4-2 win in soccer
Westies’ Baldonado qualifies for track nationals
Joaquin Baldonado, a senior on the West Haven High School Boys’ Track & Field Team, has qualified for the 2024 Nike Outdoor Nationals scheduled for June 12-15 at the University of Oregon’s Hayward Field. Joaquin will compete in the Discus Throw … [Read more...] about Westies’ Baldonado qualifies for track nationals
Westie squads make final tourney pushes
The West Haven baseball team inched closer to the state tournament with an 8-0 victory over Branford at Piurek Field. With the win, the Westies improved to 7-6 on the year. Chase Supan needed just 85 pitches to toss a complete-game one-hitter, … [Read more...] about Westie squads make final tourney pushes
The week in photos – May 2, 2024
Radon test kits still available
By Michael P Waslh Special to the Voice It's not too late to test your home for radon, the second-leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is a colorless, odorless and naturally occurring radioactive gas formed from the natural decay of … [Read more...] about Radon test kits still available
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: Recently I spotted a huge billboard in our state that displayed a warning to motorists that there was a law in Connecticut that showed a penalty to drivers concerning driving and texting. I wasn't aware that … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
We have lots to talk about, honey bunch, but ain’t it something! We’re already in the month of May, and as I tell yew often, Granny used to say once we git past Memorial Day (she called it Decoration Day), the rest of the year just flies. Well, it’s … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia