Congratulations Class of 2022! For those of you who are ending your collegiate careers, we hope you find a life’s work that will be fulfilling, and become contributing members of your community and family. For those ending their high school … [Read more...] about From the Desk of …Bill Riccio, Jr.
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At a Glance
Basins treated for mosquitos The Health Department, together with the Department of Public Works, has begun treating catch basins and other potential mosquito breeding sites throughout the city. The preventive action, launched late last … [Read more...] about At a Glance
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: I have a question that has been bothering me ever since I moved to West Haven in 2021. When you drive down Benham Hill Road to the “end” (the corner of Bailey Middle School) you reach a stop sign as you might … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
By the time yew read this missive, hon, it’s gonna be summer! Yup! We crossed over inta summer a week ago, and now wait all the balmy – and barmy – weather our section of the universe has to offer. Around these parts one can say June has been one o’ … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Historian’s Corner
Sgt. John Jarvie, WHPD It was just after midnight, and the police officers assigned to the 12-8 shift were gathered for their customary briefing when an emergency call came in on the radio from another officer: “I’m at the corner of Washington … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Dear Felicia
After two months of March, spring finally arrived in these parts, hon. We’re having some hot days and some not-so-hot days, but you know how things are around here. We’ll be in a heat wave before you can unscrew the suntan lotion bottle. The kiddies … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Around Town
Trip to RiverQuest slated, Aug. 30 The West Haven Senior Center is offering a trip aboard the RiverQuest in Essex on Aug. 30. The trip includes a one-hour narrated cruise on the Connecticut River. The cost is $125 and includes transportation, … [Read more...] about Around Town
At a Glance
Correction In the May 25 edition of the Voice, Joy Giordano was inadvertently referred to as Joy Giordano Clark. We regret the error. Nonresident parking rules announced Nonresidents must pay to park in all shoreline lots in West Haven by … [Read more...] about At a Glance
Historian’s corner
Savin Rock’s Transition Part VSee part 1 here.See part 2 here.See part 3 here.See part 4 here. The following is presented as submitted by Steve Hildrich from news clippings and his personal recollections: On July 5, 1984, the Bradley Point … [Read more...] about Historian’s corner
Dear Felicia
As we sashay toward summer and this Memorial Day weekend – or as Granny liked to call it “Decoration Day” – things in the berg have been hoppin’ on almost every front. And the results of what has happened, and will happen, could make this one o’ the … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia