Clockmaking in Connecticut It is hard to believe during this, the current era, that there was a time when the extravagance of owning a clock was the sole province of the wealthy: Farmers scheduled their work around the rising and … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
City Hall display tells Vietnam War stories
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city and its Vietnam veterans group are presenting a 19-month poster display on the Vietnam War at City Hall, starting this month. Fifty years ago, President Richard Nixon held a … [Read more...] about City Hall display tells Vietnam War stories
Youth pucksters open season
The West Haven Mite A hockey team had a solid opening weekend with important contributions from everyone. On Saturday against Greater New Haven, the Blue Devils battled on the ice with an impressive debut from Finn McLaughlin between the … [Read more...] about Youth pucksters open season
7-7 draw opens Youth Soccer fall season
Week I The West Haven Youth Soccer League opened the fall season with both the Recreation and Travel divisions getting in their first games. Taco Town came out strong in their first game of the fall season against the Grey Stars Ice … [Read more...] about 7-7 draw opens Youth Soccer fall season
Hidden Gems
It's that time of day - you know it - when you're primed to quaff a delightful caffeinated (or not so) beverage, maybe even team it with a sweet bite to stave off the hangries - or maybe just because you feel that need to reward yourself for … [Read more...] about Hidden Gems
Blue Devils teams open season
Not many people expected the West Haven football team to travel to Westport and come away with a victory over eighth-ranked Staples. The only thing that mattered was the Westies believed. Behind great special teams play which produced a … [Read more...] about Blue Devils teams open season
The week in photos – September 7, 2023
Walking tour planned Sept. 30
The West Haven Historical Society plans a Walking/Bus tour of the West Shore area on Saturday, Sept. 30. Departing from the Poli House, 686 Savin Ave., the tour will include a walking portion from South Street to Woody Crest along Ocean Avenue and … [Read more...] about Walking tour planned Sept. 30
Gripevine
Dear Gripe Vine Readers: Back in July Gripe Vine received a gripe from a reader complaining that there were four street lights out for four years on Altchuler Boulevard. The complaint also included frustration from contacting various offices … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
September already! It jest seems like we were heralding June 1 and the beginning of summer. Boy, did that fly by as Iyam sure the kiddies who went back to school will attest. And jest like that, it seems things are going back to “normal,” whatever … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia