By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Santa and Mrs. Claus joined Mayor Dorinda Borer and her special guest, St. Lawrence School fourth grader Madeline Rivera, to light the West Haven Green Christmas Tree during the city’s annual … [Read more...] about Tree-lighting kicks off holidays
Master Ferraro calls it a career
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer As the West Haven Academy of Karate marks its 50th anniversary, the moment it brings comes with a deep sense of pride, reflections and transformation. Founded in November of 1975 by Charles … [Read more...] about Master Ferraro calls it a career
WHFD offers 2025 Christmas ornament
The WHFD Historical Library presents its 2025 Pewter Christmas Ornament featuring the James C. Woodman Fire Boat which is dedicated to Firefighter Paramedic Jimmy Woodman, who died in the line of duty. This is our seventh ornament in the … [Read more...] about WHFD offers 2025 Christmas ornament
Westies top ‘Hawks in series opener
If the ongoing Thanksgiving series between North Haven and West Haven matches the inaugural contest, fans will be in for a treat every Thanksgiving. In a game which started in dense fog and ended with fireworks, West Haven used a late score … [Read more...] about Westies top ‘Hawks in series opener
The week in photos – November 27, 2025
Demolition underway at Debonair
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer held a news conference Nov. 18 to kick off the demolition of a long-standing eyesore and unsafe building on the city’s shoreline, the former Debonair Beach Motel. To … [Read more...] about Demolition underway at Debonair
Dear Felicia
Happy Turkey Day, honeybunch! ‘Tis hard to believe that we are here once again, getting the vittles ready for another big holiday. Of course, we shouldn’t be surprised, once the Halloween decorations came down, the Christmas ornaments made their … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Behind the Stacks
Welcome back to Behind the Stacks! December is bringing some exciting things for our library’s volunteer organization, the Friends of West Haven Public Library. In addition to their usual spring and fall book sales, this year they will be hosting a … [Read more...] about Behind the Stacks
Allingtown tree lighting, Dec. 6
On Saturday, Dec. 6 from 6-8 p.m., Santa and Mrs. Claus will be on hand at the Allingtown Green to help light the Allingtown Christmas Tree. The jolly couple will also visit with good little boys and girls and check their Christmas lists. Members … [Read more...] about Allingtown tree lighting, Dec. 6
Editorial
The Mayflower Compact When Puritans left England in May of 1620, they were unsure what lay ahead for them, knowing they had to endure months at sea making the crossing. They were looking to create a “Shining City on a Hill” filled with … [Read more...] about Editorial