Dear Eleanore Turkington: As you know, I have been complaining about the trucks driving through our neighborhood on Voss Road (Robert Daly has been submitting complaints about this truck issue for some time). I know it’s been some time … [Read more...] about Gripevine
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Dear Felicia
Well hon, here we are in the Dog Days and it’s really been that. Whilst I don’t think this is the hottest summer we’ve had in a dog’s age (pun intended), it certainly is the most humid. Effen my mem’ry is correct, we’ve had humidity for the better … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Hidden Gems
Ed. Note: This is the second in a series on local business, in a partnership between the Voice and the Economic Development Commission. Picture it: work's done for the day, and you and your Circle of Friends, or you and that Special Someone - … [Read more...] about Hidden Gems
Around Town
Mayor hosts luncheon Mayor Nancy R. Rossi will host a catered lunch for city residents 65 and older from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday at the West Haven Senior Center, 201 Noble St. The luncheon will celebrate the reopening … [Read more...] about Around Town
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist To Savin Rock in a Packard This week we present a young girl’s memories of a long-ago summer day, spent at Savin Rock. Our thanks to Valerie Forte for this story, written by her mother, the late … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
Gripevine
Dear Eleanore Turkington: I recent read about our mayor glorifying the accomplishment of the new park and commons buildings in the center of Allingtown. Whom does this benefit? I have yet to see anyone sing the park except the birds, parking, … [Read more...] about Gripevine
Dear Felicia
Well, honeybunch, tiz the latter days of Awgus and summer is rolling to its inevitable close. Yeah, we got about a month left before it’s officially over; but let’s face it, once the kiddies are back in school in a bit more than a week, things start … [Read more...] about Dear Felicia
Hidden Gems
A cooperative effort of the Voice and West Haven EDC Ahhhh...that salty tang in the air is unmistakable...it's a summer day at the beach, and West Haven boasts the longest public beach in the state, a beautiful sweep around the harbor and the … [Read more...] about Hidden Gems
Obituaries
Joseph A. Weber Joseph Aloysius Weber, age 90, of West Haven passed away on July 30, 2021. For 69 years, he was the loving husband of Gloria Quarz Weber. Joe was born in New Haven, son of the late William and Catherine McManis Weber. He is … [Read more...] about Obituaries
Historian’s Corner
By Dan Shine Voice Columnist Fater’s Drug Store Our thanks to Valerie Forte Vitali, who submitted these memories; Fater’s was located on Orange Avenue in Allingtown: Fater’s smelled of vanilla, strawberry, and tobacco. I remember … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner