The summer vacation ends this weekend. The city’s public schools begin the 2017-2018 year on Monday. And it’s back to the old grind straight away as it is a full-day session in all schools. Bus service begins as does breakfast and lunch … [Read more...] about City schools open year on Monday
Beecher & Bennett sell city parlor
One of the city’s oldest businesses is closing following an agreement to sell the property to a developer. Arthur Erickson, director of Beecher & Bennett Funeral Homes announced the West Haven home is now closed and is in the process of being … [Read more...] about Beecher & Bennett sell city parlor
Dear Felicia
Well dearie, it’s hard to believe – and I expeck that’s what the kiddies are saying to themselves – but school stahts here on Monday, and yew can bet the mommies are very happy about that turn of events, even if their little chilluns aren’t. Yup, the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Editorial
School begins on Monday, but what are they learning? We know it’s hard to believe. The summer that began with so much promise is quickly ebbing away. The official end of the season is a mere four weeks away, but already things are starting … [Read more...] about Editorial
Letters
City money wasted on Sept. 12 vote Tens of thousands of dollars will be spent on the Democrats’ infighting in September and we, the taxpayers are paying for it. WOW. So much energy, time and resources by both the Rossi and O’Brien teams. … [Read more...] about Letters
Incoming class marks UNH record
The University of New Haven announced today that it will welcome the largest class in its history this fall. The class is 33 percent larger than the class admitted last fall and indicates that the university is increasingly becoming first choice for … [Read more...] about Incoming class marks UNH record
At a glance
O’Brien hosting panel discussion on old Savin Rock A three-person panel hosted by Mayor Edward M. O’Brien will discuss “Memories of Savin Rock Amusement Park” from 6-8 p.m. Sept. 28 at the Main Library, 300 Elm St. Included with Mayor O’Brien will … [Read more...] about At a glance
Around town
WHHS Class of ‘55 The WHHS class of 1955 is celebrating classmates’ 80th birthday this year on Aug. 27. Call Gene (203) 469-4497 or email genespt@att.n for complete information. Harugari pig roast The annual Harugari Pig Roast is set on the … [Read more...] about Around town
A sporting view
Floyd Mayweather and Conor McGregor's world press tour was a brilliant marketing scheme that now has the entire world talking about the fight. Mayweather, at 49-0, is putting it all on the line to go 50-0, eclipsing Rocky Marciano's record of 49 … [Read more...] about A sporting view
‘The Atwood’ opens in Allingtown
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Clasping a pair of oversize scissors, Mayor Edward M. O’Brien cut the ceremonial ribbon Aug. 17 with Acorn Group founder David A. Beckerman and Vice President Gary S. Letendre to mark the grand opening … [Read more...] about ‘The Atwood’ opens in Allingtown