The tyranny of majority Now that the 2024 Presidential campaign is in full swing, the amount of misunderstanding about how our Constitution was composed – through much compromise and negotiation – is quite alarming. Especially among so-called … [Read more...] about Editorial
Are self-driving cars ready for prime time?
By Bill DeVries A slew of recent announcements suggests that the self-driving cars of the future have arrived. Google sibling Waymo is rolling out paid autonomous taxi rides in San Francisco and Los Angeles. Elon Musk announced plans to unveil … [Read more...] about Are self-driving cars ready for prime time?
Next Bulk Trash week is Sept. 16-20
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The final bulk trash pickup week of 2024 is Sept. 16-20. West Haven residents are reminded to separate metals, recyclables and regular trash from bulk trash and put them out no more than 24 hours … [Read more...] about Next Bulk Trash week is Sept. 16-20
City Hall celebrates Ukranian Independence
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer stood with members of the Ukrainian American community in front of City Hall on Aug. 23 in observance of Ukrainian Independence Day. The public event marked the eve of … [Read more...] about City Hall celebrates Ukranian Independence
Starting off right
At least 100 backpacks were distributed days before school opened, part of a community outreach by a local union chapter. Each containing a pencil bag with a ruler and a pencil sharpener, were donated by Laborers Local Union 455’s … [Read more...] about Starting off right
Historian’s Corner
Richard S. Gabrielle 9/11/01 Tuesday, 9/11/01: We all remember where we were on that terrible morning. For The Boy, it began as an ordinary day at work. At 9:00 he was in a conference room in Orange, negotiating a … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
City employees learn FOIA’s ins and outs
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice City employees attended mandatory training on the state Freedom of Information Act at City Hall on Aug. 22. Mayor Dorinda Borer required all West Haven employees, including public safety … [Read more...] about City employees learn FOIA’s ins and outs
At a Glance
Assessment appeals to be heard The Board of Assessment Appeals will meet in open session from 6-7:30 p.m. Sept. 16 in the assessor’s office at City Hall, 355 Main St., to hear appeals of motor vehicle assessments on the 2023 grand … [Read more...] about At a Glance
Paulie’s Push comes through city
Photo by Gary Donovan Paulie pushing down Elm Street. Photos by Michelle Caprio Paulie Veneto embraces retired Fire Department of New York Lt. Mickey Kross, who recently moved to West Haven. Kross was one of the first … [Read more...] about Paulie’s Push comes through city
Wizards Swim Team readies to open year
The new season for the West Haven Wizards Swim Club begins Sept. 16 and registration is now open at www.westhavenswimclub.org. The West Haven Wizards Swim Club is a competitive team, dedicated to sportsmanship, teamwork, self-improvement and fun, … [Read more...] about Wizards Swim Team readies to open year