Last month, Hurricane Helene struck the Big Bend region of Florida and proceeded through the southeastern United States, where it brought rains and winds to the Carolinas and eastern Tennessee. It was the deadliest hurricane to strike the … [Read more...] about Mullins relates situation in North Carolina
Poetry Post marks 25
The Land Trust of West Haven's Poetry Post has stood on the boardwalk near the bocce courts for the past 25 years. On it are poems, drawings, and photos submitted by residents that reflect the wonder of nature and concern for the environment. … [Read more...] about Poetry Post marks 25
Annawon celebrates annual Awards Night
By Steven R. Mullins Past Master Annawon Lodge of Ancient, Free & Accepted Masons of West Haven Worshipful Master Joseph F. McVety, Jr presented awards and charitable monetary donations at the Lodge's annual awards night recently. … [Read more...] about Annawon celebrates annual Awards Night
Historian’s Corner
By Dan ShineVoice Columnist Halloween There isn’t much to say about Halloween that is actually “history.” The Halloween season is mostly the realm of folklore and superstition; and of course the masters of tall tales and … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Westies maul Grizzlies; booters boost record
After the West Haven football team opened the season with a loss against Greenwich, the team was well aware of what the new mission. That mission, to win its game each week, has worked to perfection for five straight weeks. West Haven’s … [Read more...] about Westies maul Grizzlies; booters boost record
My Two Cents
By Bill Riccio, Jr. The West Haven sports community – one of the tightest-knit anywhere – sustained another body blow two weeks ago, with the sudden passing of Westie par excellence Michael Violano. “Vio” as he was called throughout his life … [Read more...] about My Two Cents
Youth Soccer teams finish fall schedule
This past weekend saw the end of the fall season for the West Haven Youth Soccer League. The Gunning Law Firm faced off against Keenan Funeral Home. Christos Krikris scored the first goal of the game and went on to score another … [Read more...] about Youth Soccer teams finish fall schedule
The week in photos – October 17, 2024
Narcan aids opioid survival rates
Opioid overdose deaths are down by 14.5 percent across Connecticut from April 2023 to April 2024, according to the Center for Disease Control’s latest report. Even more reassuring, the City of New Haven reports a 57% decrease in fatal overdoses (99 … [Read more...] about Narcan aids opioid survival rates
$250k grant to prime downtown plans
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The state Community Investment Fund 2030 Board on Sept. 24 approved a $250,000 grant for development planning in the city’s downtown Village Improvement District, Mayor Dorinda Borer … [Read more...] about $250k grant to prime downtown plans