The Mayflower Compact When Puritans left England in May of 1620, they were unsure what lay ahead for them, knowing they had to endure months at sea making the crossing. They were looking to create a “Shining City on a Hill” filled with … [Read more...] about Editorial
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The week in photos – November 28, 2024
UI resumes tree pruning program
United Illuminating has begun the latest phase of its Utility Protection Zone program to reduce the amount of vegetation that UI says threatens power lines during storms. Over the next month, UI’s tree service contractor will increase the … [Read more...] about UI resumes tree pruning program
Leaf bag pickup suspended until spring
Leaf bag pickup ended the week of Dec. 9 on residents’ regular trash pickup days. City residents are asked to put leaves and grass clippings in separate biodegradable paper bags for curbside pickup. Plastic bags are prohibited. Crews will not … [Read more...] about Leaf bag pickup suspended until spring
Gripevine
Gripe Vine Readers: Recently I received a complaint. “I want to put a fence on my property, one that would offer privacy for me and our family in my back yard. After talking with a few buddies of mine I I began to get the impression that there … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Here we are, sweets, another Thanksgiving Day to check off. The Mystick Maidens of the Marsh are having their annual Turkey Day festivities in a different place this year, gathering at the head of the Cove River for a traditional dinner. The MMMs are … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Library offers seminar on stress relief
Stress happens to all of us. Up to 90% of all visits to the doctor’s office are stress-related, according to Harvard. Stress can be considered as much a risk factor for disease as smoking. The West Haven Library, 300 Elm St., … [Read more...] about Library offers seminar on stress relief
Tree lighting begins holiday festivities
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The lighting of the West Haven Green Christmas Tree will signal the start of the holiday season Saturday, complete with a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. The annual event will commence at … [Read more...] about Tree lighting begins holiday festivities
Happy Thanksgiving
Holiday Tradition Thanksgiving Day means a lot of things: giving thanks for the many blessings we have, enjoying family and friends, and, of course, football. And longtime readers know the two teams grace our front page as they have for the better … [Read more...] about Happy Thanksgiving
Trans moralism kills Dems
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist Trans moralism is killing the Democrats "How dare you say that" isn't a persuasive political argument. Yet the side that has believed it can bully its way to victory on cultural issues by … [Read more...] about Trans moralism kills Dems