Well there certainly is a lot to talk about as we head into the foist week of October, honeybunch. Things have been percolating around here for days, and it is jest a matter of time before the fan gits going and something hits it. The biggest … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Lowe’s ‘Heroes’ upgrade facilities at city agency
The main building, playgrounds and a couple residential homes of the West Haven Community House (WHCH) have been upgraded, renovated and newly landscaped thanks to approximately 30 Lowe’s employees who recently worked for three very hot days on … [Read more...] about Lowe’s ‘Heroes’ upgrade facilities at city agency
Editorial
The NFL has put itself into the middle of a situation from which it is trying desperately to extricate itself. The explosion of “protests” by players following President Donald J. Trump’s comments he would fire players who did not stand for the … [Read more...] about Editorial
It was about ‘sovereignty’
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist To listen to the commentary, Donald Trump used an inappropriate term at the U.N. -- not just "Rocket Man," but "sovereignty." It wasn't surprising that liberal analysts freaked out over his nickname for Kim … [Read more...] about It was about ‘sovereignty’
Historian’s corner
The Thunderbolt With thanks to Mark Friedland, whose words appear below. Mark grew up in West Haven, and currently resides in Colorado- Savin Rock's Outstanding Roller Coaster "The Thunderbolt" was built in 1925 by the Traver Engineering Co and … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner
Around town
WH Garden Club The West Haven Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting on Thursday, Oct. 19, at St. Louis Church on Bull Hill Road at 11:30 a.m. After the meeting a luncheon will follow and our program will be on “Owls of Connecticut,” presented … [Read more...] about Around town
At a glance
City sets fundraising drive for Puerto Rico victims The city is holding a fundraising drive for the victims of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Mayor Edward M. O’Brien announced Monday. To aid the hurricane relief … [Read more...] about At a glance
Y-NH Health plans operation center here
A swatch of land that was earmarked for a medical facility more than 30 years ago is finally fulfilling that with an announcement by Yale-New Haven Health. The land, perched near the Maltby Lakes, will become the nerve center of the ever-expanding … [Read more...] about Y-NH Health plans operation center here
Sports: 4-0 Westies on the road in Cheshire
The West Haven football team was looking to continue its undefeated start, stay healthy and prepare for Cheshire next week when it hosted the Bassick Lions on Friday night at Ken Strong Stadium. It took the Blue Devils all of 16 seconds to take the … [Read more...] about Sports: 4-0 Westies on the road in Cheshire
WestieBlue in touch
The West Haven girls soccer team has been consistent. That consistency has been on the scoreboard. Two wins and two losses started the season, and the Westies followed with four even contests. After four consecutive draws, the West Haven girls … [Read more...] about WestieBlue in touch