By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer combined two traditional valentine celebrations for the city’s older residents on the holiday of love. On Feb. 14, Borer honored more than 70 West Haven Senior Center … [Read more...] about City celebrates couples
1st upgrade since ‘80s
West Haven Senior Center members Lillian Riddick and E.J. Midgette demonstrate the center’s new desktop computers for city Elderly Services Director Alyssa Maddern, Human Resources Commissioner John Carrano and assistant grant writer Vanessa Hruszko … [Read more...] about 1st upgrade since ‘80s
City resident Steinau to head parade
The Greater New Haven St. Patrick’s Day Parade Committee has named Cathleen Patricia Steinau as their 2025 Grand Marshal. Steinau will lead this year’s parade down Chapel Street in New Haven on Sunday, March 16. Cathleen Patricia Steinau was … [Read more...] about City resident Steinau to head parade
Here’s one way for DOGE to help
By Drew Johnson Budget Analyst Elon Musk recently announced his intention to cut $1 trillion in federal spending through the new Department of Government Efficiency. As the department looks for ways to trim waste, one program that deserves … [Read more...] about Here’s one way for DOGE to help
9th District GOP plans confabs
The 9th District panel of the Republican Town Committee is hosting a series of meetings in order to address public concerns and add to its membership. The committee panel will meet the first Thursday of each month, beginning with March 6 at the GOP … [Read more...] about 9th District GOP plans confabs
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Days of the Nickel Hot Dog Noted This week we will reprise the words of West Haven’s beloved Historian Harriet C. North, as offered on Oct. 13, 1988: Images courtesy of Marc Friedland. In our … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Westies edge closer to berth
After a week off, the West Haven boys hockey team returned to action against arch-rival Hamden. Looking to avenge an earlier season loss, the Westies did so as four different players found the back of the net in a 4-2 victory at Hamden. With … [Read more...] about Westies edge closer to berth
The week in photos – February 6, 2025
Longtime columnist Turkington to retire
“I have given a lot of thought to continuing Gripe Vine. Feb. 20 will be my last.” With that short statement, a longtime staple for many readers of the West Haven Voice will end after more than two decades. Eleanore Turkington, the … [Read more...] about Longtime columnist Turkington to retire
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: West Haven’s deduction from the real estate assessment is currently $6,000. With the assessment rate going up with reevaluation, is there a chance the Veteran’s deduction could go up to $9,000 like some other towns … [Read more...] about Gripevine