The budget procedure With Mahor Dorinda Borer announcing her $ M budget last week, the tedious, and what some would call “arcane” process of approval now takes place. Put in place when the city’s charter went from a Board of Selectmen to a … [Read more...] about Editorial
Borer writes open letter to taxpayers
Dear Residents, Thank you for the opportunity to present the Fiscal Year 2026 Budget and 5-Year Capital Plan. As your Chief Elected Official, I am responsible for developing and managing the City and Allingtown Fire Department budgets, which … [Read more...] about Borer writes open letter to taxpayers
Historian’s Corner
The Oak Hill Ladies Seminary On April 3, 1843, Reverend Edward Wright became the pastor of First Church. He was newly graduated from the Yale Divinity School at the age of twenty-eight, and had recently married to Miss Susan Ames of … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Behind the stacks
Welcome back to Behind the Stacks, your new go-to column from the West Haven Public Library! This week, we want to showcase a hidden gem in our collection, highlight some upcoming events, and share a letter from our director, including some … [Read more...] about Behind the stacks
Sami celebrates 90th
Sal’s Barbershop owner Sami Ziada marks his 90th birthday and 70th anniversary in the haircutting business with Mayor Dorinda Borer, left, and his daughter and son-in-law, Adele and Porky Gaudino, during a celebration with customers, friends and … [Read more...] about Sami celebrates 90th
GOP 9th District panel to meet
The Nine District Chas scheduled a meeting for the first Thursday of each month to search for new Republican Party members, and those who might want to get involved in the district, and town committee work. The meetings are scheduled for the … [Read more...] about GOP 9th District panel to meet
Shore Haven scholarships
Shore Haven Jr. Baseball is accepting scholarship applicants from June 2025 high school seniors pursuing further education. The league will be awarding three scholarships in the amount of $300.00 each in honor of Dave Terese, Sr., Mario J. Argentino … [Read more...] about Shore Haven scholarships
Westies finish winter seasons
The West Haven boys hockey team has run into some tough luck this season. That hard luck continued into the postseason. After battling back to tie the game with just under four minutes remaining, No. 10 West Haven watched as No. 7 Hand scored … [Read more...] about Westies finish winter seasons
The week in photos – March 6, 2025
Black history gala cheered success!
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city paid homage to the nation’s African American pioneers and the immeasurable contributions they have made to shaping the most improbable, the most hopeful and the most enduring story on Earth … [Read more...] about Black history gala cheered success!