A Memorial Day prayer Memorial Day was begun as a way to honor the Civil War dead in the 1880s. Known as Decoration Day until fairly recently, it is a way for the nation to remember all those who fight for the nation, and especially those who pay … [Read more...] about Editorial – A Memorial Day Prayer
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At a Glance
Juneteenth celebration June 8 West Haven’s fourth annual celebration of Juneteenth will take place on Saturday, June 8th, at Brent Watt Park, 24 Tile Street in Allingtown. Admission is free for all ages. The festivities will take place between … [Read more...] about At a Glance
The week in photos – May 16, 2024
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: Most people I know are fed up with the high cost of electricity. As a matter of fact, I read that in July our bill are going up by $39. I get very confused with my electric people and wonder where all the extra … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Howdy, sweets. Hard to believe we’re in the middle o’ May already. It seems like jest a week or so ago we were bringing in the New Year. Don’t look now, but careening toward the half-way mark. The older we git, the faster it goes. With that … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
16th phase of Walk of Honor to be dedicated
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice West Haven Veterans Council members and city officials will dedicate Phase 16 of the brick Veterans Walk of Honor in Bradley Point Park at 5 p.m. May 25. All veterans are invited to … [Read more...] about 16th phase of Walk of Honor to be dedicated
Gerald Cafferty to lead annual holiday parade
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Vietnam veteran Gerald “Jerry” Cafferty will serve as the grand marshal of the city’s Memorial Day parade when it steps off at 10:30 a.m. May 27. Cafferty, who turns 75 on May 20, will lead … [Read more...] about Gerald Cafferty to lead annual holiday parade
Biden’s just a bad President…
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist The only problem Biden has is that people think he's a bad president. President Joe Biden has suffered a collapse in his standing generally, but, fundamentally, it's because so few people think … [Read more...] about Biden’s just a bad President…
Two frosh chosen for annual award
Two frosh students at West Haven High School were presented with the 2024 Commissioner Mullins Youth Leadership Awards, in ceremonies at the school on Monday. The students were recommended by Principal Dana Paredes and guidance counselor Holly … [Read more...] about Two frosh chosen for annual award
At a Glance
Memorial Day ceremony in Allingtown The Allingtown Volunteer Fire Association will host its annual wreath-laying ceremony at the Allingtown Green on Memorial Day morning, Monday, May 27. at 9. A marching procession of … [Read more...] about At a Glance