Well, dearie, here we are in March, and whilst it may “come in like a lion and go out like a lamb” we in these parts know that spring warmth is weeks, if not months, away. It don’t git warm around here until April. Like we always say, “Cooler at the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
News Brief
Tax relief applications accepted The assessor’s office is accepting applications by appointment for tax relief programs for elderly and disabled homeowners. West Haven residents can apply for the programs, based on their 2024 taxable and … [Read more...] about News Brief
Europe deserves its humiliation
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Europe deserves its humiliation Europe has been warned, and warned again. Still, it has been reduced to a near-fainting fit -- and, in the case of one German official, actual tears -- over … [Read more...] about Europe deserves its humiliation
Editorial
Next few weeks tell a tale With the coming of March, the beginning of the budget season takes place. The Voice will push back its next issue to March 27 to publish Mayor Dorinda Borer’s second budget as chief executive. This annual legal notice … [Read more...] about Editorial
Baum’s Dorothy had it right all along!
By Natalia Ayala Resident Correspondent Have you ever felt like Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz? Did you ever see yourself living outside of West Haven because of a dream you thought you couldn't achieve in this great city of … [Read more...] about Baum’s Dorothy had it right all along!
Fair Rent chair names panel to write ordinance
City of West Haven Fair Rent Commission Chairman Steven R. Mullins has appointed a three member sub-committee to explore language for a proposed fair rent ordinance to be passed by the City Council. The panel is led by Commission Vice … [Read more...] about Fair Rent chair names panel to write ordinance
Dargan named city’s Irishman of Year
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Stephen D. “Steve” Dargan, who has devoted his life to public service and has worked tirelessly to improve his city, state and Irish community, has been named West Haven’s Irishman of the Year. … [Read more...] about Dargan named city’s Irishman of Year
The Addams Family
The West Haven High School Theater Workshop’s performances of The Addams Family run Thursday, March 27 and Friday March 28 at 7 p.m. in the school auditorium, with two shows on Saturday March 29 at 2 and 7. The cast is shown during rehearsals. … [Read more...] about The Addams Family
Behind the Stacks
Welcome to Behind the Stacks, the go-to column from the West Haven Public Library! We’ll bring you lists of upcoming programs, book recommendations, hidden gems in our collection, and ways to make the most of your library. Whether you’re a lifelong … [Read more...] about Behind the Stacks
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist A Most Unlikely Hero Our West Haven city seal shows young Thomas Painter looking out to sea through a pocket telescope—what he was looking at was the approach of a massive force of British infantry, as they … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner