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The story of the rehab of the fields and track at the Frank Fitzgerald Athletic Complex is one of good news and bad news. The good news is the field at Ken Strong Stadium will be laid and in playable condition by Sept. 14, the night the Westies have … [Read more...] about Snag to delay stadium opening

For city students, the anticipation and fun of summer vacation is fast becoming the reality that all good things must come to an end. After a 10-week hiatus, the 2023-2024 school year is about to begin, and will begin with a full schedule of … [Read more...] about Schools set to open for new term, Aug. 28

The West Haven Community House added two named funds to its endowment at their annual meeting in June. Ellen Torello (left, above), is presented with a plaque by WHCH Board President Katie Farrell and Past President Mary Jane Morrissey for the … [Read more...] about Community House Annual Meeting sees transition, and tradition!

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Despite the Savin Rock Festival ending early because of an impending storm, the 2023 edition nevertheless paid homage to “the Rock,” the city’s legendary amusement park and the state’s most popular … [Read more...] about Storm threats shorten Festival; canceled concert rescheduled

One party’s endorsements seem to be set for the November mayoral election, while another is headed to a three-way runoff to determine the nominee. The Democratic and Republican Town Committees met in their biennial caucuses over the last two weeks, … [Read more...] about Borer, Weinstein get party endorsements

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice With the snip of a blue ribbon, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and Brendan and Katrina Snow, the husband-wife owners of The Breakwall, ushered in the shoreline restaurant’s grand opening at 305 Captain Thomas … [Read more...] about ‘Breakwall’ newest shore eatery

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Musical groups Shaded Soul Band and Arena Rock Tribute will headline the Savin Rock Festival in Old Grove Park on July 28-29, respectively.  The annual festival, sponsored by the … [Read more...] about Savin Rock Festival returns to Old Grove Park, July 28-29

Checking off several “cornerstones” her administration would be built upon, Democrat Dorinda Keenan Borer ended weeks of speculation and announced a run for the party’s nomination for mayor in November. Borer’s announcement makes her the third … [Read more...] about Borer ends speculation, runs for mayor

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice West Haven Youth Soccer League President John Vinci flipped a light switch to launch the Savin Rock Fireworks Spectacular on July 5.  The moment Vinci flipped the switch, fireworks … [Read more...] about Delayed fireworks still enthrall thousands

On July 1, West Haven Fire Department Historian William Heffernan hosted a fundraiser supporting the WHFD Historical Library. “Coffee with the Historian” was the first in what plans to be a series of fundraisers hoping to help pay for operating … [Read more...] about ‘Coffee with historian’ begins fund efforts