February is finally over. What was a mild winter did a complete about-face within a three-week span. Arctic air, combined with a dip in the jet stream accounted for several major storms, with three dumping significant snowfalls on the region. Though … [Read more...] about Despite February storms, city still within budget on removal
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Rossi makes Valentine house calls
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice In a time dominated by the coronavirus, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi lifted spirits by delivering valentines to 30 couples married for at least 50 years, including Bill and Doreen Breen, as part of the … [Read more...] about Rossi makes Valentine house calls
Library gets programming, COVID upgrades
West Haven’s library system had two major upgrades facilitated by a local and state infusion of funds. The local volunteer organization, Friends of the West Haven Library, assisted in hooking the agency up to a new database that will aid students and … [Read more...] about Library gets programming, COVID upgrades
Purmont recalls Pomp, artist Lockwood
By Jon Purmont WH Historical Society Black History Month commenced as a way to remember and celebrate African-Americans and their culture and contributions to America. In our city, we have a number of … [Read more...] about Purmont recalls Pomp, artist Lockwood
Veterans Park upgrades eyed in bid request
A long-term plan toward improving city recreational facilities took another step in the past weeks as a request for bid was put out by city officials to complete a project at Veterans Memorial Field. The Bull Hill Lane facility was given an upgrade … [Read more...] about Veterans Park upgrades eyed in bid request
State approves Enterprise Zone
The city’s Enterprise Zone along the Front Avenue corridor and extending to composting site along the West River received an important imprimatur and is moving toward attracting new firms into the area. The announcement of the zone was made in early … [Read more...] about State approves Enterprise Zone
1937 outbreak had its own restrictions
By Jon E. Purmont President, WH Historical Society Did you ever wonder what it was like to live in West Haven when quarantines were imposed during epidemics in the early decades of the 20th Century? Are there any … [Read more...] about 1937 outbreak had its own restrictions
Annawon Lodge elects new Master
Saturday, Jan. 9, West Haven Annawon Lodge 115 AF&AM installed its officer core for the coming year. Leading the slate was newly elected Worshipful Master Edward Anyafulu. Anyafulu, stated his goals as worshipful master, “Our lodge has been … [Read more...] about Annawon Lodge elects new Master
City’s annual MLK tribute is streamed
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday with a virtual ceremony now airing on West Haven’s YouTube channel. The program commemorated the enduring legacy of King, who inspired … [Read more...] about City’s annual MLK tribute is streamed
Minority Leader Cohen assesses city
In the Jan 7 edition, Mayor Nancy Rossi and City Council Chairman, Ron Quagliani, provided their assessment of 2020 and what goals they set for this year. In this issue, we asked Councilman Barry Lee Cohen, Co-Minority Leader (R-10), to offer his … [Read more...] about Minority Leader Cohen assesses city