Here we are hon, at the end o’ the summer for all intents and purposes, lookin’ smack dab into another Memorial Day. Whilst the calendar gives us all a few more days of Awgus, with school starting for the kiddies next week, Labor Day – and the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
The week in photos – August 22, 2024
School year set to open Aug. 28 with full session
The fun and sun of the summer will be a fond memory for the city’s school children as the end of the month means the beginning of the new school term. Classes for the West Haven Public Schools 2024-2025 school year will begin on Wednesday, … [Read more...] about School year set to open Aug. 28 with full session
Gripevine
Gripe Vine Readers: In a June Gripe Vine Column complaint was published describing a plight that neighbors living on the side streets opposite the beach was posted. Evidently, signs were posted on these streets alerting motorists not to park … [Read more...] about Gripevine
WHHS ‘74 sets reunion
The West Haven High School Class of 1974 has some big plans for the upcoming Labor Day Weekend, Aug. 30-Sept. 1, to celebrate its 50-Year Class Reunion! If you are a graduate of 1974 be sure to get your reservation. The fun begins Friday at the West … [Read more...] about WHHS ‘74 sets reunion
Trump must define Harris
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Trump can't allow Kamala to be the candidate of change Joe Biden made Donald Trump feel fresh and vital. No matter how commonplace Trump's tropes and mode of campaigning had become, they seemed … [Read more...] about Trump must define Harris
Editorial
Back to School time It may seem hard to believe, but the 2024-25 school year begins next week. It seems like only days ago we were congratulating the Class of 2024 and wishing them well in their future endeavors. The end of August means the end … [Read more...] about Editorial
Biden proposal threatens tech economy
By Fred Reinhart and Mark Rohrbaugh The Biden administration may soon destroy the foundation of America's high-tech economy. The administration wants to functionally rewrite the Bayh-Dole Act of 1980. Prior to the Bayh-Dole … [Read more...] about Biden proposal threatens tech economy
Obituary
Ralph Ferrucci, Jr. Ralph Ferrucci, Jr., 85 of West Haven entered into rest on July 31, 2024. He was the beloved companion of the late Beverly Gianelli. For many years Ralph worked security for the UI Co. until his retirement. He proudly served … [Read more...] about Obituary
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Dairy Farming in West Haven By 1900, West Farms had become a borough of Orange, and was now named West Haven; it would not become a separate entity until 1921. And also by 1900, people had been … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner