William Riccio, a sports official since 1972 in the New Haven area, has been selected the National Active Official of the Year by a committee of the National Federation of State High School Associations. The announcement was made in the NFHS … [Read more...] about Riccio named ‘National Official of the Year’
Westies face Greenwich in Class LL State Finals
The West Haven football team has built the postseason as their revenge tour. Thus far, two of the three stops on the journey are complete. Behind a relentless defense and an offense which was on point from the start, fifth-seeded West Haven … [Read more...] about Westies face Greenwich in Class LL State Finals
60 WHHS kids had their own ‘Squanto’
By Stacy Sutton Asst. Principal, WHHS As a student, I remember learning about the story of the first Thanksgiving. It was a story I enjoyed, but I never truly connected with it the way I did today at West Haven High School. History tells us the … [Read more...] about 60 WHHS kids had their own ‘Squanto’
The week in photos – November 28, 2024
UI resumes tree pruning program
United Illuminating has begun the latest phase of its Utility Protection Zone program to reduce the amount of vegetation that UI says threatens power lines during storms. Over the next month, UI’s tree service contractor will increase the … [Read more...] about UI resumes tree pruning program
Leaf bag pickup suspended until spring
Leaf bag pickup ended the week of Dec. 9 on residents’ regular trash pickup days. City residents are asked to put leaves and grass clippings in separate biodegradable paper bags for curbside pickup. Plastic bags are prohibited. Crews will not … [Read more...] about Leaf bag pickup suspended until spring
Gripevine
Gripe Vine Readers: Recently I received a complaint. “I want to put a fence on my property, one that would offer privacy for me and our family in my back yard. After talking with a few buddies of mine I I began to get the impression that there … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Here we are, sweets, another Thanksgiving Day to check off. The Mystick Maidens of the Marsh are having their annual Turkey Day festivities in a different place this year, gathering at the head of the Cove River for a traditional dinner. The MMMs are … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Library offers seminar on stress relief
Stress happens to all of us. Up to 90% of all visits to the doctor’s office are stress-related, according to Harvard. Stress can be considered as much a risk factor for disease as smoking. The West Haven Library, 300 Elm St., … [Read more...] about Library offers seminar on stress relief
Tree lighting begins holiday festivities
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The lighting of the West Haven Green Christmas Tree will signal the start of the holiday season Saturday, complete with a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. The annual event will commence at … [Read more...] about Tree lighting begins holiday festivities