Mayor Edward O’Brien has touted on his recent campaign literature that, through his efforts, West Haven has added $150 million to the taxable Grand List. In response to my Press Release questioning his numbers, Mayor O’Brien said, “Anyone can add the … [Read more...] about Letters
Ferraro calls for the privatization of DMV
The Department of Motor Vehicles announced on Wednesday their decision to temporarily close both the Derby and Milford DMV service centers due to long wait times. State Rep. Charles Ferraro released the following statement regarding the DMV’s … [Read more...] about Ferraro calls for the privatization of DMV
Upgrades at Sandy Point get A-OK
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Edward M. O’Brien and Councilman Nicholas W. Ruickoldt praised city officials and West Haven Watershed Restoration Committee members July 26 for the recent improvements in the Sandy Point municipal … [Read more...] about Upgrades at Sandy Point get A-OK
WHCH partners with Authority for kids
For many of today’s children, summertime recreation means playing a computer game, watching television or maybe riding bikes around the neighborhood. The folks at the Regional Water Authority (RWA) want to change that by offering more … [Read more...] about WHCH partners with Authority for kids
Smith joins UNH Journalism School
The University of New Haven today announced that well-known television anchor Diane Smith, a New York Times bestselling author, Emmy-award winning journalist, and documentary producer, has been named a distinguished lecturer in … [Read more...] about Smith joins UNH Journalism School
Around town
Harding Class of ‘52 Plans are finalizing plans for the 65th Warren Harding High School Class of 1952 reunion at the Blue Goose Restaurant in Stratford, Saturday, Sept. 23, from 1-5 p.m.. Tickets for the event are $30. Checks can be made out to … [Read more...] about Around town
West Haven Speedway aka Donovan Field
On many a summer night the roar of engines could be heard along the shore as thousands came out to the West Haven Speedway to see such favorites as Bob Wilson and Jack Seither. Also known as Donovan Field, the covered grandstand surrounded a site … [Read more...] about West Haven Speedway aka Donovan Field
A sporting life
By Mark Vasto Syndicated Columnist When Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather square off the night of Aug. 26, it's already a foregone conclusion that they've both won. McGregor stands to make something north of $60 million and Mayweather $100 … [Read more...] about A sporting life
Historian’s corner
St. Lawrence Church Part II By Dan Shine Voice Columnist In May, 1895, the Rev. Jeremiah Curtin was named the first resident pastor of St. Lawrence Church. It was his fondest desire that there be a school for the children in the Parish; … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner
Rossi charges ‘fuzzy math’
Democratic Mayoral candidate Nancy Rossi is charging that Mayor Ed O’Brien is not being truthful with the residents of West Haven when he boasts about the claimed growth in the grand list, which represents the aggregate value of the taxable property … [Read more...] about Rossi charges ‘fuzzy math’