The Waddingham Mansion Part I See part two here. See part three here. See part four here. See part five here. Way back in the 1950s and 1960s, Lorraine Wood Rockefeller was a reporter for the Town Crier. Her stories of Old West Haven … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner
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Probe is now out of control
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Rod Rosenstein is doing a star turn as principled defender of the law, but he's performed abysmally as deputy attorney general, and President Donald Trump would be fully justified in firing him. The leaked … [Read more...] about Probe is now out of control
Editorial
It may be ‘end of beginning’ for city’s financial struggles As we head into the final weeks of May, taxpayers may be and should be somewhat concerned about what is happening with the city’s financial structure. As of this writing, the City … [Read more...] about Editorial
Gripevine
Gripe Vine Readers: Several weeks ago, I received a complaint relating to a tree blocking the view on Laurel and Soundview Avenues. I reported this to the mayor’s executive assistant, Louis Esposito. A reply from his office indicated he would have … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Here we are in the middle o’ May, honey bunch, and it’s even money as to whether this year’s Memorial Day parade is gonna step off. The last two, effen yew remember, were washed out by Mother Nature, who insisted that her May flowers needed the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
City issues ‘blight’ reminder
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Nancy R. Rossi is reminding property owners to comply with the city’s blight regulations during the warmer months. “We applaud the overwhelming majority of property owners who maintain their … [Read more...] about City issues ‘blight’ reminder
Sandy Point area named 11th-best beach in region
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice West Haven is home to one of the best beaches to visit in New England, according to Globe Magazine, published by The Boston Globe and Boston Globe Media. West Haven, specifically the Sandy Point Beach … [Read more...] about Sandy Point area named 11th-best beach in region
3rd time’s the charm for Jackson
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice When it comes to serving as grand marshal, it is third time’s a charm for Freddy Jackson, who for the third straight year will try to lead the city’s Memorial Day parade when it steps off at 10:30 a.m. … [Read more...] about 3rd time’s the charm for Jackson