By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer After a special meeting and follow-up session, the City Council has determined the use of federal funds given under Covid-19 relief legislation should not be used to purchase property for a new building. … [Read more...] about Council OKs compromise on ARPA $$$
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Administration touts city’s ‘A’ rating
S&P Global on Tuesday, Sept. 29, upgraded West Haven’s long-term general obligation bond rating from A- to A, the first A rating which was termed “perhaps in city history,” Mayor Dorinda Borer announced. The New York agency said the city’s … [Read more...] about Administration touts city’s ‘A’ rating
Former Jimmies location goes officially up for sale
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer The home of one of the city’s best-known restaurants is seeking a new owner. Jimmies of Savin Rock closed its doors 10 months ago, and is now under contract with a commercial real estate company. … [Read more...] about Former Jimmies location goes officially up for sale
Yale offers ‘Pathways’ to STEM career
By Rob Forleo Special to the Voice The Yale Pathways to Science Partnership Program is giving West Haven students opportunities to explore STEM fields, earn Yale credit and gain hands-on experience through programs on Yale’s campus. More … [Read more...] about Yale offers ‘Pathways’ to STEM career
Public Safety Expo brings out the crowd
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice For the sixth straight year, the city joined West Haven’s three fire departments to celebrate Fire Prevention Week at an exposition of all things fire, emergency management, public safety, police and … [Read more...] about Public Safety Expo brings out the crowd
UNH community mourns O’Shea
Tragedy struck during the night hours of Friday, Oct.16, shocking the University of New Haven. Chargers’ hockey assistant captain Ryan O’Shea was struck and killed in a wrong-way driver accident on I-91 South on his way home from UNH’s home opening … [Read more...] about UNH community mourns O’Shea
ARPA regs rule out library plans, committee contends
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer There was a packed house inside the City Hall Council Chambers on Monday night for an Oct. 5 special meeting that many hoped would lead to the construction of the new Allingtown Library. The … [Read more...] about ARPA regs rule out library plans, committee contends
Noise monitors added to ordinance
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer Early last month, West Haven City Council officials approved an amendment to the city’s noise ordinance allowing the use of automated noise-monitoring devices. These devices are commonly referred to as … [Read more...] about Noise monitors added to ordinance
Panel gives study its OK
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The state Community Investment Fund 2030 Board on Sept. 22 approved the city’s $2.5 million grant request for downtown public infrastructure upgrades, Mayor Dorinda Borer announced. The … [Read more...] about Panel gives study its OK
Sandy Point Association hosts fall cleanup
The Sandy Point Neighborhood Association conducted its fall cleanup of the Sandy Point Park, parking lot and shore as part of its commitment to upgrading area. The efforts have been successful, as trash and debris were more manageable, with bulk … [Read more...] about Sandy Point Association hosts fall cleanup