Well, sweetie, things are plodding along here in the berg with (by the time yew git this missive) three weeks left in the mayoral campaign. This is about the time the candidates themselves see this as the home stretch, but think it’ll never end. It … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Editorial
So, the question is the same: What will the candidates do to make West Haven a better place? What will they do, if elected, to make us safer, happier and more prosperous? To say the mayoral campaign, which ends in three weeks, has been something … [Read more...] about Editorial
Letters
‘Mud chucking’ not productive to city It’s not fun, it’s sad. It was said in the last issue of the Voice that I and my campaign are having fun watching the “mud get chucked” between Rossi and O’Brien. I understand why you could think … [Read more...] about Letters
Upgrade to LEDs will save city $338k
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice United Illuminating is converting the city’s 4,388 streetlights to environmentally friendly LED lighting, a move that will conserve energy while saving taxpayers an estimated $338,000 a year in … [Read more...] about Upgrade to LEDs will save city $338k
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
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
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
Sports: Westies off after win over NFA
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
WestieBlue in touch
The balance of the West Haven football team has been evident from the start of the season. Each week has been someone different as the Westies have found a variety of ways to an undefeated start. Zach Conlan was the next man up Saturday evening as … [Read more...] about WestieBlue in touch
Knight booters look for CIAC berth
By Steve Kirck III Special to the Voice Notre Dame’s soccer team inched closer to qualifying for state tournament, while cross-country won itsfinal regular season dual meet and the basketball team is gearing up for big fundraiser on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Knight booters look for CIAC berth