Well hon, yew know summer is rolling along when Fourth of July rolls around. That means the “lazy, hazy, crazy days of summer (so quoth Nat King Cole)” and here we are! As I told yew before, the Cobina rule is in effect. Therein it states … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: There are four street lights out on Altchuler Boulevard between Dunkin Donuts and Palace Street. They have been out for over a year. I contacted the United Illuminating Co., which said they weren’t theirs. … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Russia ‘getting to Denmark’
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist On the one hand, events in Russia this past weekend were stunning -- the leader of a mercenary group declaring against the country's military leadership and, for 24 hours, marching on Moscow. On … [Read more...] about Russia ‘getting to Denmark’
Editorial
Start to pay attention In the next few days, the two major parties in West Haven will determine which names will head and fill their respective slates for the upcoming November mayoral election. The Democratic and Republican Town Committees … [Read more...] about Editorial
Cannabis and teens: not so benign
By Dr. Randall Dwenger, MD A Guest Column In recent years, policies and attitudes regarding marijuana have been shifting, with more than 37 states permitting marijuana for medical purposes and over 20 states now legalizing cannabis for … [Read more...] about Cannabis and teens: not so benign
WHPD town hall addresses areas of public concern
Police Chief Joseph Perno addresses the crowd as Police Commissioner Paul Butler looks on. The crowd had many questions fielded by Perno and city officials. Approximately 70 citizens attended last week’s meeting at the West Haven Police … [Read more...] about WHPD town hall addresses areas of public concern
‘Igniting Talent’ boosts careers
By Dan Atkinson Voice Writer High school can be stressful enough for students even before they begin considering what they want to do after graduation and which career paths and options are available to them. Additionally, they may not … [Read more...] about ‘Igniting Talent’ boosts careers
Harbor dredging, shore impact heads agenda at Sound confab
Making New Haven Harbor more conducive to natural improvements was the topic of a recent discussion, and continued meeting between on state official, and various other interested parties. State Rep. Dorinda Borer recently convened a meeting … [Read more...] about Harbor dredging, shore impact heads agenda at Sound confab
City woman graduates GWCC with Board of Regents award
West Haven resident Patricia Hall, a recent graduate of the 2023 Gateway Graduating Class, has received the Board of Regents Medallion for Academic Excellence. She held a grade point average of 4.0 for a consecutive 60 credits. Patricia along with … [Read more...] about City woman graduates GWCC with Board of Regents award
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist The Lone Sailor I must go down to the seas again, for the call of the running tide Is a wild call and a clear call that may not be denied; And all I ask is a windy day, with the white clouds flying, And the flung … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner