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Longtime columnist Turkington to retire
“I have given a lot of thought to continuing Gripe Vine. Feb. 20 will be my last.” With that short statement, a longtime staple for many readers of the West Haven Voice will end after more than two decades. Eleanore Turkington, the … [Read more...] about Longtime columnist Turkington to retire
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: West Haven’s deduction from the real estate assessment is currently $6,000. With the assessment rate going up with reevaluation, is there a chance the Veteran’s deduction could go up to $9,000 like some other towns … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Howdy do, dearie. January is gone and the coldest month of the year – usually, tho’ January was setch that Cobina’s timbers were shivered on more than one occasion – and we wonder effen we’re gonna have a big snow before it’s all over. February seems … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Youth advocate tapped for Black History award
The West Haven Black Heritage Committee has chosen longtime youth and community activist Levi Jordan as the second recipient of the "Ernestine Jackson Citizen of Distinction Award." This honor replaces the previously named "African-American … [Read more...] about Youth advocate tapped for Black History award
Young Rockers wow ‘em in Anaheim
It was a success. A local music group of local teenagers traveled west and wowed attendees of a national convention of music instructors. The 2025 Teach Kids Music All-Star Band, a local youth band, gave an what was called an “astounding … [Read more...] about Young Rockers wow ‘em in Anaheim
Editorial
Farewell MARB? As we enter the beginnings of the budget-making process, culminating in a proposed municipal spending plan in March, we are brought to the realization that this might be the last such document that will be under the immediate … [Read more...] about Editorial
Trump takes full control
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Judging from the first week or so, the Trump doctrine is going to be, “We can do it the easy way or the hard way.” Those are the words the president used in a post on Truth Social last week … [Read more...] about Trump takes full control
Borer aids funding of WHHS band NYC trip
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice With a little creativity coupled with a passion for the arts, Mayor Dorinda Borer has facilitated an $8,000 donation to West Haven High School to help fund a St. Patrick’s Day performance in New … [Read more...] about Borer aids funding of WHHS band NYC trip
Assessment appeals deadline for applications is March 20
The Board of Assessment Appeals will hear appeals of real estate and personal property assessments on the 2024 grand list by appointment during April. The board will also hear appeals of motor vehicle assessments on the 2023 supplemental motor … [Read more...] about Assessment appeals deadline for applications is March 20