A Visit from St. Nicholas By Clement Clarke Moore - 1779-1863 ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; The stockings were hung by the chimney with care, In hopes that … [Read more...] about Editorial – A visit from St. Nicholas
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Veteran’s Museum closed for winter
The West Haven Veterans Museum & Learning Center will be closed to the public from December 21, 2020 until February 26, 2021. If you have items you wish to donate or would like to arrange a private tour, please call and leave a message at … [Read more...] about Veteran’s Museum closed for winter
The week in photos – December 17, 2020
Obituary
Katherine Held Katherine Disbrow Spaulding Held was born September 20, 1915 to Frank Edgar Spaulding and Natalie Belle Disbrow Spaulding at the family home in West Haven. She had an older brother, Frank, Jr., who predeceased her. She was … [Read more...] about Obituary
City issues rules limiting parking in snowstorms
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice To help crews expedite snow removal, Public Works Commissioner Tom J. McCarthy is reminding residents and businesses to observe parking regulations during and after storms. Per the “Severe … [Read more...] about City issues rules limiting parking in snowstorms
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Loretta’s Christmas Memory, 1929 (With thanks to Valerie Forte Vitali) In her years as Librarian, Loretta BonTempo Forte had a knack for selecting books that suited the avid readers who patronized the … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Bingo resumes
The West Haven ItalianAmerican Civic Association has reeopen its weekly Bingo, 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 information. … [Read more...] about Bingo resumes
Second-half taxes due
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The second installment of city tax bills — real estate, personal property, motor vehicle, sewer — are due Jan. 1, and payments after Feb. 1 are considered delinquent and subject to interest, Tax … [Read more...] about Second-half taxes due
Driver an Eagle Scout
West Haven Troop 899 member Kellen W. Driver was recently awarded the prestigious rank of Eagle Scout. Kellen, the son of proud parents David and Angela Driver, earned this highest distinction in Scouting by passing his Eagle Scout Board of Review of … [Read more...] about Driver an Eagle Scout
Maroney tapped to chair law panel
State Sen. James Maroney (D-14) has been named Chairman of the General Law Committee, Chair of the Regulation Review Committee, and Vice-Chairman of the Veterans' Affairs Committee in the Connecticut General Assembly. Senator Maroney was appointed … [Read more...] about Maroney tapped to chair law panel