Featured

The University of New Haven and West Haven High School (WHHS) have announced a Criminal Justice Explorer Program to enhance post-secondary educational opportunities for WHHS students. The program will commence formally in fall 2021, following a pilot … [Read more...] about WHHS-UNH join forces in a new ‘Explorer’ effort

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice In accordance with state and local guidelines, City Hall reopened to the public with restrictions March 16, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and city Health Director Maureen B. Lillis announced. Rossi … [Read more...] about City Hall reopens, with restrictions

Joining more than 45 million readers across the country, preschoolers at the West Haven Community House read more than 225 books in the week leading up to the 18th annual National Education Association's (NEA) Read Across America Day on Friday, March … [Read more...] about WHCH celebrates ‘Read across America’

A member of the city’s assembly delegation has called on the state to delay its implementation of the Family Medical Leave Act in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Rep. Charles Ferraro called for the delay, following a letter sent by GOP leadership … [Read more...] about Ferraro asks state to delay leave act

The West Haven Police Department is looking to get reaccredited, and looking toward a process that will give them the best opportunity to serve residents, according to information provided this week. A team of assessors from the Police … [Read more...] about WHPD begins new accreditation process

By Sabrine Yaser, Rostrum Editor-in-Chief Ed. Note: The following appeared in the most recent edition of The Rostrum, the WHHS newspaper. It was submitted with a request it be printed in the Voice. We are always happy to highlight young … [Read more...] about ‘Fill-A-Bag’ expands in city schools

For the fourth time since taking office, Mayor Nancy N. Rossi will present a budget for the new fiscal year, and this one will have some positive news for city taxpayers if all goes well. The City Council will meet in special session at 5:30 this … [Read more...] about No new increase to highlight Rossi FY’22 budget plan

By Miguelina Felix WH Schools Publicist A well-rounded high school education prepares students for rigorous college courses and encourages them to take advantage of a variety of opportunities in sports, academics, and extracurricular … [Read more...] about HS’ McCauley re-ups UConn program

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice A New York contractor began construction last week on the new Cove River tide gate system and pedestrian bridge, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi announced. City Engineer Abdul Quadir said the project, … [Read more...] about Cove River tidal gates get upgrade