The West Haven Interagency Network for Children will hold a flapjack fundraiser from 8-10 a.m. April 27 at Applebee’s restaurant, 526 Boston Post Road, Orange. The cost is $6 and includes pancakes, bacon and a drink. Proceeds will support activities … [Read more...] about Flapjack fundraiser slated
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Historian’s corner
Okinawa Beach For The Boy, the summer of 1957 seemed to go on and on forever. Every day brought new adventures and new opportunities to explore—sometimes in the woods behind their house on Kelsey Avenue—sometimes elsewhere. But on one of … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: Fix the timing! Heading north on Captain Thomas Boulevard, at the intersection of Kelsey Avenue, there is a lane for left turn only for cars and a street light with a green left arrow. This is for cars turning left … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Editorial
Lamont pulls a Weicker Surprise! That was the reaction heard from most politicians and pundits after Gov. Ned Lamont’s announcement that he was exploring – with the idea of implementing – tolls throughout the state’s limited access highways. This … [Read more...] about Editorial
Tree warden issues advisory on threat by predatory insect
By Leo Kelly Tree Warden As the tree warden of West Haven, I would like to advise the public about the presence of emerald ash borer and its effect on our ash tree population. The ash tree is a native hardwood deciduous tree found … [Read more...] about Tree warden issues advisory on threat by predatory insect
‘Day of Caring’ was a team effort
Sunday, Feb. 17, homeless and struggling families were invited to a “Day of Caring.” Sponsored by Michelle Caprio, Phil Liscio, Westies Care and The First Congregational Church, the day was coordinated through the efforts of the West Haven Family … [Read more...] about ‘Day of Caring’ was a team effort
Dear Felicia
Well, well and more wells. Effen yew thought the silly season was gonna be restricted to the time we git closer to summer, yew were totally wrong. It seems the silly season – what we call the campaign around here – will begin way early, and will have … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Surplus is only a beginning
By Nancy R. Rossi Mayor Last week, the City of West Haven announced a budget surplus and positive fund balance for the first time in many years. Although this is great news, I received many requests for clarification and what the audit meant … [Read more...] about Surplus is only a beginning
Connor is 2019’s top Irishman
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Joan Downing Connor, a founding member of the West Haven Irish-American Club who epitomizes the qualities of an Irish Westie, will receive the city’s Irishwoman of the Year award on the Friday … [Read more...] about Connor is 2019’s top Irishman
Budget surplus touted by Rossi; trashed by critic
By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter While the mayor is touting an announced $3 million batch of black ink as a good thing, in this election year, some of her critics are not convinced it is such a good sign. The mayor’s office announced … [Read more...] about Budget surplus touted by Rossi; trashed by critic