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Squirt B team goes 2-0 in weekend play
The West Haven Youth Hockey Mite B team was in action twice last weekend. Saturday saw the Westies hosting a strong Riverhawks Gold team. It was a tough battle as the goalies from both teams made several key stops. Westie net … [Read more...] about Squirt B team goes 2-0 in weekend play
Youth Soccer teams end season
On the final match day of the season, the G pool saw three exciting games to round out the fall. The WH Professional Fire Fighters took on Meledes Construction, LLC while Elite Soccer Camps took on West Shore Family Dental. In the third … [Read more...] about Youth Soccer teams end season
Westies try to pick up the pace
The West Haven volleyball team is off to a slow start this season, dropping five consecutive matches and falling to 1-7. The Westies fell to 1-4 with a hard-fought 3-2 loss against Hand-Madison at West Haven High. The second straight loss … [Read more...] about Westies try to pick up the pace
I-A bingo games restarting Nov. 5
The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association will reopen its weekly Bingo on Thursday Nov. 5, Doors open at 6 p.m.Social Distancing applies. Masks must worn, no reserved seats. Bring your own snacks & drinks. Call (203) 937-8339 for … [Read more...] about I-A bingo games restarting Nov. 5
Obituaries
Stephen Bonini Stephen Nicholas Bonini, 68, of West Haven, CT. Surrendered his spirit to the heavens on the dawn of October 10, 2020. Stephen was born on September 16, 1952 in New Haven, CT. He was the son of the late Nicholas and … [Read more...] about Obituaries
WHCH marks Head Start’s anniversary
By Kathy Hart-Jones Special to the Voice This month, early childhood educators and advocates celebrate the rich history and abundant successes of Head Start at the local, state and national levels. Head Start was launched in 1965 by … [Read more...] about WHCH marks Head Start’s anniversary
City attempts to simplify voting for Election Day
Election Day is Tuesday, and city election officials have residents covered. Due to this year’s presidential election, officials are anticipating a higher-than-normal voter turnout by implementing procedures to simplify the in-person and … [Read more...] about City attempts to simplify voting for Election Day
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Hallowe’en, 1950s Style What do you remember about Halloween when you were a kid? The Boy remembers trick-or-treating on Kelsey Avenue with a bag full of candy in 1959: The bag was made of brown … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Letters
Vote No The question on the November ballot regarding proposed changes to the West Haven City Charter is a NO vote for me. That the current City Charter is badly in need of revision and update in beyond dispute. The Charter Revision … [Read more...] about Letters