Effen there is one thing that has marked our transition from March to April it’s been the weather in these parts, sweetie pie. As I scribe these notes to yew, it has rained all but one day, and has been windy and cold. Any thought o’ shutting down … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Marchers sought for parade
The city and the West Haven Veterans Council are seeking veterans, civic groups, fraternal organizations, service clubs and marching bands to participate in the annual Memorial Day parade, which steps off at 10:30 a.m. May 26. Participants … [Read more...] about Marchers sought for parade
Behind the stacks
Welcome back to Behind the Stacks, your go-to column for all things West Haven Library. This week, we would like to shine some well-deserved light on our wonderful volunteer organization, The Friends of West Haven Library. The main objective of the … [Read more...] about Behind the stacks
Clearing sea lanes right call
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Is it worth it to the United States to enforce freedom of navigation on the seas? That question was a subplot in the instantly famous leaked Signal chat over an operation to hit Houthi targets in … [Read more...] about Clearing sea lanes right call
Editorial
Mileage tax hurts workers West Haven residents should cast a wary eye toward Hartford in the next few weeks as a mileage tax is once again being looked at by the General Assembly as well as delivery taxes on Amazon. The reason: creation of new … [Read more...] about Editorial
Schools highlight student health issues
By Robert Forlano Special to the Voice West Haven Public Schools proudly joined the 23rd Annual National Healthy Schools Day, April 8. This nationwide initiative aimed to highlight the significance of clean air and safe environments in … [Read more...] about Schools highlight student health issues
Mr. Westie 2025
West Haven High School crowned its winner in the annual Mr. Westie competition. Several competitors vied for the title, with Ismael Alvarez-Xocoyotl named the 2025 winner. … [Read more...] about Mr. Westie 2025
Surviving WWII vets to be honored by state
In a heartfelt tribute to honor and recognize the courage and sacrifice of Connecticut’s living World War II veterans, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, in collaboration with state Veterans Affairs Commissioner Ron Welch and National Guard Maj. Gen. Francis … [Read more...] about Surviving WWII vets to be honored by state
Bond grant funds Boat Launch rehab
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The State Bond Commission on Friday awarded the city a $152,900 grant for improvements to the April Street boat launch, Mayor Dorinda Borer announced. The grant, through the Connecticut Port … [Read more...] about Bond grant funds Boat Launch rehab
Historian’s corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist When the Flying Horses Came to West Haven Part II See part 1 West Haven’s George Cameron was already a wealthy businessman by the time he met the Murphy brothers when they took rooms at Cameron’s … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner