Sen. Gayle Slossberg (D-14) joined Mayor Edward M. O’Brien and a group of dedicated West Haven residents who have been speaking up about the unilateral placement of cell phone canister antennas in Connecticut communities. By working with their state … [Read more...] about Officials applaud new regs
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Gripe vine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: I would like to know when the state is going to fix the uneven pavement across from the old Forest School on Forest Road here in Allingtown, plus the concrete storm drain that is higher than the sidewalk, causing traffic … [Read more...] about Gripe vine
Editorial
The nation marks yet another anniversary of the Declaration of Independence this week. The famous story is told of Benjamin Franklin leaving the Continental Congress after passage of the Declaration. A woman asked him, “Well, Doctor, what have we got … [Read more...] about Editorial
City mourns ‘Tinker’ Blake
By Mike Madera Special to the Voice The local area has lost an icon. Legendary West Haven figure Thomas “Tinker” Blake succumbed to his battle with Multiple Systems Atrophy Friday afternoon with his family by his side. Blake was … [Read more...] about City mourns ‘Tinker’ Blake
Dear Felicia
By the time yew git this missive, honey bunch, the Fourth of July holiday will be over, but yew can bet yore bottom dollar the fireworks displays, and the rockets’ red glare are gonna continue at least through the rest of the week. In the past in … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
WHCH camp still makes memories
For residents who have lived in West Haven for a long time, attending the Community House’s “Camp To-Come-To” summer camp, which opened in 1944, was the source of countless memories that many hold dear into their later years. Although it is … [Read more...] about WHCH camp still makes memories
All-Star game July 8 benefits Register Fund
The Twilight League and the New Haven Register have, once again, teamed up for Fresh Air Fund Day on July 8 at West Haven's Quigley Stadium! Tickets may be purchased online in advance or at the gate on game day. The 2nd annual All-Star Game will … [Read more...] about All-Star game July 8 benefits Register Fund
Dini Tournament opens
In the opening round of the Dini Tournament the Gunning Law Firm Mets defeated the Augliera Mover Pirates, 5-1. Jayden Roby was the winning pitcher allowing only one hit over four innings. Jonathan Jackson and Maurizio Urriola had doubles and RBI … [Read more...] about Dini Tournament opens
Sports: 10-U All-Stars split pair in openers
The West Haven Little League 10-U All-Star team split its first two games of the opening round of the Connecticut District 4 tournament. The Westies opened play Thursday evening at Morse Park and earned a thrilling 9-8 victory over East Haven. On … [Read more...] about Sports: 10-U All-Stars split pair in openers
Post 71 tops New Haven, 10-0
Runs and wins have been hard to come by this season for the West Haven Post 71 American Legion baseball team. Performances like the one shown Thursday evening can go a long way in turning the season around. Sending 13 batters to the plate in the … [Read more...] about Post 71 tops New Haven, 10-0