Well sweetie, whilst Iyam scribing this week’s missive to you, it still feels like the tropics hereabouts. Hurricane Nate is traveling this away with its rain and wind – though not the same as everyone else go earlier in the week. That drought they … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
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Rain doesn’t stop parade
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The 2017 edition of the Greater New Haven Columbus Day Parade celebrated the Italian explorer in grand style Sunday. Over the course of 90 minutes of festivity, the largest procession of its kind in … [Read more...] about Rain doesn’t stop parade
Hendricks feted as city’s Italian of the Year
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Edward M. O’Brien presented Grace Iannucci Hendricks with a jacket embroidered with her new title, Italian-American of the Year, as part of festivities observing West Haven’s 19th annual … [Read more...] about Hendricks feted as city’s Italian of the Year
Letters
O’Brien asks voters for support, Nov. 7 First and foremost, I would like to thank the people of West Haven for their support throughout my tenure as your Mayor. I truly love working every single day to improve the city that I call home. As … [Read more...] about Letters
Candidates battle over S&P listing
News the leading municipal credit agency in the country has put the city on a “watch list” has provided the latest battle between Mayor Edward M. O’Brien and endorsed Democrat-endorsed candidate Nancy Rossi. Rossi said O’Brien was “solely responsible … [Read more...] about Candidates battle over S&P listing
Editorial
Mayor Edward M. O’Brien has had two unfortunate revelations in the last few days, and he must explain – very clearly and concisely – why voters in next month’s mayoral elections should not be concerned. A story in the local daily about a special deal … [Read more...] about Editorial
City teen restoring Nature Center for Eagle Scout project
When Nathanael “Nate” Bloom turned 17 in May, he knew he would need to work aggressively to meet his goal of becoming an Eagle Scout before his 18th birthday. By August, Bloom, a city resident, had selected his service project: the revitalization … [Read more...] about City teen restoring Nature Center for Eagle Scout project
Historian’s corner
Remembering Savin Rock Part I See part 2 here. See part 3 here. Today, many who stroll the Savin Rock “Boardwalk,” are quite unaware of the area’s colorful history. Some of us, though, can close our eyes and hear the sounds and smell the … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner
Around town
Malia visits Historian Peter Malia, well- known author and historian of West Haven, will be the guest speaker tonight at the regular meeting of the Historical Society. He is the author of Invisible Saints, and is currently working on a book on … [Read more...] about Around town
At a glance
Fundraiser helps victims of domestic violence State Rep. Dorinda Borer (D-115) teamed up with the West Haven Elks and, with the support of local residents, hosted a fundraising BlingO night – a fun event with a new twist on BINGO. The … [Read more...] about At a glance