Tree reminders, holiday pickups The city reminds residents not to put Christmas trees in plastic bags or stands for curbside pickup. Plastic bags and other items can become tangled in the machine that grinds the trees into compost. Also, … [Read more...] about Around town
Churchill saved civilization
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist This year's best movie about a spirited band of resisters fighting an empire of evil isn't the latest entry in the "Star Wars" franchise, but "Darkest Hour," an extraordinarily deft and moving depiction of the … [Read more...] about Churchill saved civilization
Editorial
West Haven is at a crossroad that is going to determine not only its future, but its future viability and capability to prosper at some time in the future. Sound like an exaggeration? It is not. Mayor Nancy Rossi has a big job on her plate, and it … [Read more...] about Editorial
Dear Felicia
Here we are in 2018, sweetie pie. It’s hard to believe that we’ve been doing this thing since about 1971 and are still going at it. We were old then, and we ain’t getting any younger. So, after all these years we’re still haunting the denizens of the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Zentarski offers free test for city’s fleet vehicles
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Chuck Zentarski, owner of Chuck’s Garage at 52 Hood Terrace, is giving back to the city by performing the emission testing for free on all municipal vehicles that require testing, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi … [Read more...] about Zentarski offers free test for city’s fleet vehicles
18th ‘Icy Plunge’ set for Saturday
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Get ready for a doubleheader of arctic proportions. If it were not already epic enough with its Icy Plunge for the Cure, the city’s Breast Cancer Awareness Committee is presenting an additional … [Read more...] about 18th ‘Icy Plunge’ set for Saturday
‘Shovel Walks’ warns Rossi, city
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice In the wake of the snowstorm on Jan. 4, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi is reminding residents and businesses to shovel their sidewalks within 24 hours after a storm or face a $25 fine “for each day that the … [Read more...] about ‘Shovel Walks’ warns Rossi, city
Around town
New Year’s Dance The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association will hold its New Year's Eve Dinner Dance on Sunday, Dec. 31, at the club, 85 Chase Lane. A full-course sit-down dinner with dessert and coffee will be served at 6:30, by Cusano by … [Read more...] about Around town
Mullins elected Annawon ‘Master’
By Frank Andriulli III Special to the Voice. At its annual year end election, Annawon Lodge, #115 Ancient Free & Accepted Masons of West Haven have elected Brother Steven R. Mullins, 43 to serve as Worshipful Master for the year 2018. He … [Read more...] about Mullins elected Annawon ‘Master’
Westie Blue
Taylor Nowak and the West Haven / Sacred Heart Academy girls hockey team did not want to let an opportunity slip away. Nowak made the most of hers. Scoring the lone goal of the game at the 1:45 mark of the third period, Nowak helped the Westie … [Read more...] about Westie Blue