By MICHAEL P. WALSH Public Relations Information Coordinator A fleet of more than 100 boats are expected to set sail and parade across the West Haven seaboard at 1 p.m. June 12 to christen the community’s 100th anniversary. The … [Read more...] about Boat parade marks centennial on June 12
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Corso, Pimer to lead Memorial Day parade
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Army Air Forces veteran Frank J. Corso and Navy vet Mike Pimer will lead the city’s Memorial Day parade as grand marshals when it steps off at 10:30 a.m. May 31. Corso, who turns 100 on July … [Read more...] about Corso, Pimer to lead Memorial Day parade
Audubon Society gives 1st-ever award for efforts at Sandy Point
It’s a first, and it is a good thing for the city. Due to efforts to preserve bird sanctuaries along Sandy Point, the Audubon Society honored West Haven with its first-ever “Share the Shore” Award. In making the announcement, the director of the … [Read more...] about Audubon Society gives 1st-ever award for efforts at Sandy Point
Plantings celebrate Arbor Day in city
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Throwing shovels of dirt, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and city leaders dedicated the planting of a sugar tyme crab apple in Old Grove Park in observance of West Haven’s Arbor Day celebration Friday. … [Read more...] about Plantings celebrate Arbor Day in city
School staff feted with ‘Zupp’s’ pizza
By Miguelina Felix Special to the Voice Staff Appreciation Week was marked to thank all West Haven school employees for their hard work and effort throughout the school year. To show appreciation for the dedication shown by all staff, … [Read more...] about School staff feted with ‘Zupp’s’ pizza
13th Walk of Honor dedication set
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice In accordance with federal and state guidelines, members of the West Haven Veterans Council and city officials will dedicate the 13th phase of the brick Veterans Walk of Honor at 5 … [Read more...] about 13th Walk of Honor dedication set
School nurses play important role for kids
By Saundra McCauley R.N. West Haven School Nurse May 12, 2021 is National School Nurse Day. The first school nurse was hired in New York City in 1902 as an experiment to see if a nurse in the school setting made a difference in the … [Read more...] about School nurses play important role for kids
Cohen makes bid for GOP’s nomination
The first Republican candidate for mayor made a virtual announcement Monday afternoon, while GOP leaders say a second unknown candidate has not announced. Tenth District Councilman Barry Lee Cohen has decided to seek his party’s nod for mayor in the … [Read more...] about Cohen makes bid for GOP’s nomination
Council to vote budget tonight
The City Council is set to meet today to finalize its budget ordinance for Fiscal Year 2022, after reviewing Mayor Nancy Rossi’s $165.54 million spending plan over the last four weeks. The City Charter requires a budget ordinance be passed by 11:59 … [Read more...] about Council to vote budget tonight
Memorial Day Parade on; units wanted
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city will hold the 2021 Memorial Day parade and is seeking veterans, civic groups, fraternal organizations, service clubs and marching bands to participate in the annual procession, which steps … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Parade on; units wanted