Around this time o’ year, the “September Song” rolls around in Cobina’s head for a week or so. “It’s a long, long, while from May to December. And the days grow short, when you reach September.” For the kiddies who trapsed back to the classroom this … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Behind the Stacks
By Taylor Cordova Special to the Voice Welcome back to Behind the Stacks. A new month means new Take & Make kits from our Ora Mason library. Adults can take home a DIY mini sachet craft. Everything is provided in your kit, including a … [Read more...] about Behind the Stacks
Flock cameras and privacy
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Don't fear Flock cameras We have met the enemy -- and it is watching us. There's a growing backlash against Flock cameras, the automated license plate readers that have become ubiquitous across … [Read more...] about Flock cameras and privacy
Editorial
E-vehicle ordinance timely It is one of the marvels of modern life and capitalism that electronic vehicles have become a familiar part of the culture in such a short time. Scooters and bicycles, powered by batteries, can be seen daily traveling … [Read more...] about Editorial
Don’t make better medicine harder to develop
By Patrick Kilbride Public Affairs Analyst There's never a good time to be diagnosed with cancer. But for the millions of Americans who'll receive that diagnosis this year, their odds of beating the disease have never been better. … [Read more...] about Don’t make better medicine harder to develop
Overdose Awareness marked at City Hall
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The Health Department held an Overdose Awareness Day observance Monday on the front steps of City Hall to honor the lives lost to overdose, support grieving families, and reinforce its shared … [Read more...] about Overdose Awareness marked at City Hall
Lions Club continues school supply efforts
The West Haven Chapter of Lions Club continued its commitment to local students with its sixth annual School Supplies Drive, collecting and donating a wide variety of classroom essentials for children in need throughout the West Haven Public School … [Read more...] about Lions Club continues school supply efforts
Peace Officers Memorial needs donations
Organizers looking to erect a Peace Officers Memorial are asking the public for financial help. On Peace Officers Memorial Day, May 15, Mayor Dorinda A. Borer, Police Chief Joseph Perno, and Deputy Police Chief Joseph Romano, joined members of … [Read more...] about Peace Officers Memorial needs donations
Beach St. project kindled commerce, investor interest
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer When talking about the city’s beaches, Mayor Dorinda Borer is brief and to the point. “It’s a jewel, it’s our greatest asset,” she says matter-of-factly. In office now for … [Read more...] about Beach St. project kindled commerce, investor interest
Lavery closes Sunday series
Chris Lavery closes out the city’s Acoustic Sunday Morning Concert Series at Oak Street Beach on Sept. 6. Grab a coffee and a beach chair and chill out to popular cover songs performed by Lavery from 9:30-11 a.m. The free concert is presented … [Read more...] about Lavery closes Sunday series