As I write this week’s missive, I see that we have passed the “vernal equinox” and are now in that wonderful time o’ year, spring. At least that’s what the calendar sez, my lumbago sez different. The mornings in these parts have been quite something … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
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Budget, accolade top B of E confab
By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter It was a mixed bag at last week’s Board of Education meeting with budget matters topping the agenda, as well as other, less pressing, but important issues on the docket. Superintendent of Schools Neil … [Read more...] about Budget, accolade top B of E confab
Rossi to propose 2nd budget plan
With a five-year plan that includes automatic increases in the city’s mill rate in order to create more cash flow, Mayor Nancy Rossi will propose her second city budget tonight in a special session of the City Council set for the Council Chambers at … [Read more...] about Rossi to propose 2nd budget plan
‘Blue Lady’ sends thanks to city
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice With Mayor Nancy R. Rossi looking on, Irishwoman of the Year Joan Downing Connor unveiled a Kelly green street sign designating the Campbell Avenue side of City Hall “Joan D. Connor Square” for the … [Read more...] about ‘Blue Lady’ sends thanks to city
Skeens ready to take over May opus
By Josh LaBella Voice Reporter While students from the high school prepare for the debut of Cinderella next week, another show is in the works, and this one is a bit different. Courtney Skeens, a senior at WHHS, was chosen as the director … [Read more...] about Skeens ready to take over May opus
Historian’s corner
The Irish in America Part II See part 1 here. "Give me your tired, your poor, Your huddled masses yearning to breathe free, The wretched refuse of your teeming shore. Send these, the homeless, tempest-tost to me, I lift my lamp beside the … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner