Christmas Fest The annual Christmas Fest is set on Saturday, Dec. 2, from 9-2:30 at First Congregational Church, on the Green, 464 Campbell Ave. Craft and candy vendors, a bake sale, a Silent Auction, delicious breakfast & lunch offerings, … [Read more...] about Around town
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: Every night this whole area where I live, Simon Place, in West Haven, there is a heavy odor like a burning trash dump that fills the air. We have to close all our windows or else this stench would fill the house.The … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Lowe’s cited for Painter Park work
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The Connecticut Recreation & Parks Association will recognize Lowe’s of Derby for the home improvement store’s philanthropic work in renovating the “Maureen’s Dream” wooden playground in Painter … [Read more...] about Lowe’s cited for Painter Park work
Letters
Dear Fourth District Residents: I am humbled that you have, once again, put your faith in me to represent you on the City Council. Being on the City Council was one of the greatest honors of my life, and I am privileged to be given another … [Read more...] about Letters
Op-Ed: Rossi outlines goals for first days
Ed. Note: In response to a request by the Voice, Mayor-elect Nancy sent along an outline of what she expects to accomplish in her first days in office. By Nancy Rossi Mayor-Elect First and foremost, I want to thank the voters of West Haven … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Rossi outlines goals for first days
Private citizens saved lives
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Before the Texas church shooter encountered any police officers, he was run off a highway and dead. He had been shot and chased by two private citizens who took it upon themselves to respond to a heinous crime … [Read more...] about Private citizens saved lives
Editorial
Following her stunning victory in the September primary, Nancy Rossi won last week’s municipal election in convincing fashion, capturing 48 percent of the vote in a three-way race. The vote ended one of the most contentious intramural fights the … [Read more...] about Editorial
Dear Felicia
The Silly Season is over for another two years – the local Silly Season that is – and there were jest a couple o’ surprises to be had when the voting was over Nov. 7. Sammy Bluejay was fluttering betwixt the two Demmie headquarters – the official one … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
New carillion brings back city tradition
For decades, pedestrians who happened to be in the area around the Green at noontime or after 6 p.m. heard a familiar sound. The electric carillon would echo familiar hymn tunes to the area. Many times people would be heard humming the familiar … [Read more...] about New carillion brings back city tradition
City families have a ‘Minute to Win It’
Last week West Haven Community House (WHCH) held its 7th annual “Minute to Win It” family game night, a collaborative tradition with Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) students where families participate in the challenging games and … [Read more...] about City families have a ‘Minute to Win It’