West Haven Public Schools hosted its inaugural ‘Districtwide Faculty Spelling Bee’ on Thursday, March 2 in the West Haven High School Auditorium. Lucille Portley, a speech therapist at Pagels Elementary School, spelled ‘Formaldehyde’ correctly to win … [Read more...] about Speech specialist wins spelling bee
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Historian’s Corner
New Haven Topography Topography is defined the study of the shape and features of land surfaces. It is the intent of this article to describe the early topography of Greater New Haven, and to explain its influence on its … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Around Town
Trip planned to Hepburn Museum The West Haven Senior Center will offer a minibus trip to the Katharine Hepburn Museum in Old Saybrook on May 24. The one-hour docent-led tour will feature some of Hepburn’s personal wardrobe pieces, … [Read more...] about Around Town
Rotary, businesses join up to celebrate the joys of reading
By Steven R. Mullins, Past Master, Annawon Lodge The West Haven Rotary Club marked the end of “Read Across America Week” last Saturday at Annawon Lodge. The program commemorates the life of Dr. Theodor Seuss Geisel, who … [Read more...] about Rotary, businesses join up to celebrate the joys of reading
At a Glance
DOT to replace signal controllers The state Department of Transportation is developing plans to replace traffic signal controllers and cabinets at select state-owned traffic signals in the city, along with installing communication equipment at … [Read more...] about At a Glance
Squirt AA falls, 5-2
The West Haven Squirt AA hockey team’s quest for a state title fell short as the Westies were upended by New Canaan AA, 5-2, in the state final. The team did qualify for the New England regionals in New Hampshire the weekend of March 17. In … [Read more...] about Squirt AA falls, 5-2
Udaya makes a visit
Ada Udaya, West Haven High School Class of 2010, returned to her alma mater Monday, March 6 to speak to female student-athletes. Udaya talked to the girls about her background, how she developed into a 16-time NCAA Division II All-American track star … [Read more...] about Udaya makes a visit
Westie Sharks take SCC crown
For 60 plus minutes, the Southern Connecticut Conference title game was a nail-biting affair. West Haven/Sacred Heart Academy’s Picard made sure no extra time was needed. Flying untouched in the slot area, Picard scored the only goal of the … [Read more...] about Westie Sharks take SCC crown