The West Haven football team, ranked first in the CIAC Class LL Point standings with a 5-0 record, hosted the Norwich Free Academy Wildcats on Saturday night at Ken Strong Stadium. After the Blue Devil defense stopped the Wildcats on their first … [Read more...] about Sports: Westies off after win over NFA
Historian’s corner
Remembering Savin Rock Part II See part 1 here. See part 3 here. In 1869-1870, George Kelsey built a 1500 foot pier off of Beach Street and inaugurated ferry service to both New Haven and the Lighthouse. He then built the Seaview Hotel, the … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner
Around town
‘Trunk or Treat’ “Trunk or Treat” at 464 Campbell Ave. (on the Green) is set for Sunday, Oct. 22, beginning at 5 p.m. Spooky trunks, awesome games, and plenty of refreshments are planned. Costumes are welcomed and encouraged! This family-friendly … [Read more...] about Around town
At a glance
Historical Society presents graveyard tour The annual Graveyard Lantern Tour, presented by the Historical Society, will be held Saturday, Oct. 28. The event, which has become a traditional Pre- Halloween activity, takes place between 5-7:30 … [Read more...] about At a glance
Beatles tribute coming to Harugari
Letters
O’Brien asks voters for support, Nov. 7 First and foremost, I would like to thank the people of West Haven for their support throughout my tenure as your Mayor. I truly love working every single day to improve the city that I call home. As … [Read more...] about Letters
Editorial
Mayor Edward M. O’Brien has had two unfortunate revelations in the last few days, and he must explain – very clearly and concisely – why voters in next month’s mayoral elections should not be concerned. A story in the local daily about a special deal … [Read more...] about Editorial
Dear Felicia
Well sweetie, whilst Iyam scribing this week’s missive to you, it still feels like the tropics hereabouts. Hurricane Nate is traveling this away with its rain and wind – though not the same as everyone else go earlier in the week. That drought they … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Hendricks feted as city’s Italian of the Year
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Edward M. O’Brien presented Grace Iannucci Hendricks with a jacket embroidered with her new title, Italian-American of the Year, as part of festivities observing West Haven’s 19th annual … [Read more...] about Hendricks feted as city’s Italian of the Year
Candidates battle over S&P listing
News the leading municipal credit agency in the country has put the city on a “watch list” has provided the latest battle between Mayor Edward M. O’Brien and endorsed Democrat-endorsed candidate Nancy Rossi. Rossi said O’Brien was “solely responsible … [Read more...] about Candidates battle over S&P listing