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
052523
The week in photos – May 25, 2023
Campbell descendant to visit city, grave
History will come alive, and a long-told tale of the Revolution will be remembered. On June 8, George Campbell of Edinburgh, Scotland, the fifth-generation grandson of Adjutant William Campbell, will be a special guest of the West Haven Historical … [Read more...] about Campbell descendant to visit city, grave
Mark Levine to lead ‘23 city parade
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mark Levine, a Vietnam veteran and lifelong Westie, will lead the city’s Memorial Day parade as grand marshal when it steps off at 10:30 a.m. Monday. Levine, 73, will guide … [Read more...] about Mark Levine to lead ‘23 city parade
15th addition to brick walk to be dedicated
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voic West Haven Veterans Council members and city officials will dedicate Phase 15 of the brick Veterans Walk of Honor in Bradley Point Park at 5 p.m. Saturday. All veterans are invited to … [Read more...] about 15th addition to brick walk to be dedicated
Dear Felicia
As we sashay toward summer and this Memorial Day weekend – or as Granny liked to call it “Decoration Day” – things in the berg have been hoppin’ on almost every front. And the results of what has happened, and will happen, could make this one o’ the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Around Town
Trip to Mohegan Sun slated The West Haven Senior Center is off ering a bus trip Aug. 1 to Lake Pearl in Wrentham, Massachusett s, to see The Edwards Twins, Las Vegas’ top impersonators and impressionists. The cost is $140 and includes … [Read more...] about Around Town
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: In the May 11 issue of the West Haven Voice, I read that the cafeteria at Bailley Middle school had been extended in size. I applaud that but I was shocked to learn that the students had to have their lunch in five … [Read more...] about Gripevine
The 14th Amendment option
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist The position of the White House on the debt limit may be shifting from, "President Joe Biden doesn't want to compromise," to "President Joe Biden doesn't have to compromise under the U.S. … [Read more...] about The 14th Amendment option
Letters
Older Americans Month celebrated Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), OAM is a time for us to acknowledge the contributions and achievements of older … [Read more...] about Letters