By Jamene Farrell Special to the Voice The West Haven Chapter of Lions Club International recently collected nearly 300 pairs of used prescription eyeglasses through its ongoing "Recycle for Sight" program, helping to improve vision for … [Read more...] about ‘Recycled for Sight’ nets cache for Lions
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Fronc named new Asst. schools chief
By Rob Forleo Special to the Voice West Haven Public Schools has appointed Raffaela Fronc as the next Assistant Superintendent, succeeding Assistant Superintendent Judy Drenzek, who will be retiring at the conclusion of the 2025–2026 school … [Read more...] about Fronc named new Asst. schools chief
City designated HEARTsafe community
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city has officially met the state Department of Public Health’s requirements for designation as a HEARTSafe Community, Mayor Dorinda Borer announced. In a recent letter to Borer, DPH Commissioner … [Read more...] about City designated HEARTsafe community
WHHS frosh win leaderships awards
Two West Haven High School freshman students were presented with the "Commissioner Mullins Youth Leadership Award" on Monday. Students Johnnie Harrison and Margarita Buren were chosen by guidance counselors Angela Clohessy and Heather Kannengeiser … [Read more...] about WHHS frosh win leaderships awards
Mullins named honorary professor at CA school
"West Haven Fair Rent Commission Chairman Steven R. Mullins was awarded an Honorary Professorship by International American University during commencement exercises on June 4 in Los Angeles, CA. The honor was presented by International American … [Read more...] about Mullins named honorary professor at CA school
UNH wins state grant for Elevation Center
The University of New Haven has been awarded a $5 million grant from the State of Connecticut’s Community Investment Fund that will support the development of The Elevation Center at the University of New Haven. The $5 million grant to the … [Read more...] about UNH wins state grant for Elevation Center
Water Safety emphasis of program
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer, Emergency Management Director Rick Fontana and Parks and Recreation Director Mark E. Paine, Jr. on May 22 announced an “aggressive” water safety program for beaches and pools to keep … [Read more...] about Water Safety emphasis of program
Eco-Park grand opening slated, June 11
The city and the Land Trust of West Haven are proud to announce the grand opening of Eco Park, a new coastal environmental space designed to restore native habitat and provide environmental education opportunities for the community. The public is … [Read more...] about Eco-Park grand opening slated, June 11
Treat leads Memorial Day Parade
Members of the Orange-based Connecticut Air National Guard’s 103rd Air Control Squadron march up the crowded Campbell Avenue parade route. By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Vietnam veteran George “Butch” Treat led the city’s Memorial … [Read more...] about Treat leads Memorial Day Parade
Library, Vets Museum collaborate on lecture marking nation’s 250th
By Dominic Konareski Voice Writer Celebrations and presentations are kicking off with the United States’ 250th anniversary coming around the corner on July 4. The West Haven surrounding sections of New Haven played one of the biggest locational … [Read more...] about Library, Vets Museum collaborate on lecture marking nation’s 250th