By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Due to COVID-19 restrictions limiting large public gatherings, the city will observe the 19th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks with a virtual ceremony broadcast on Facebook and YouTube … [Read more...] about 9/11 memorial goes ‘virtual’ in ’20
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City schools slated to open Tuesday
Classes for the West Haven Public Schools 2020-2021 school year will begin on Tuesday Sept 8. All schools will be operating on a shortened-day schedule with breakfast and lunch sent home with students each day. All students are required to wear a … [Read more...] about City schools slated to open Tuesday
Public gets reminder about City Hall rules
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice In accordance with state and local guidelines, City Hall reopened to the public with restrictions Aug. 5. Mayor Nancy R. Rossi said the phased reopening of City Hall allows staff to service … [Read more...] about Public gets reminder about City Hall rules
Community House set to reopen
The West Haven Community House (WHCH) is now accepting registrations for the 2020-21 school year for their high-quality, affordable childcare and school readiness programs for West Haven children starting at age three. The agency’s Children … [Read more...] about Community House set to reopen
Board opts for Plan B
By Mackenzie Meaney Special to the Voice With the start of school only weeks away, parents and students are anxiously awaiting to hear what the plans each school district has for reopening schools. West Haven is no different, as a Sept. … [Read more...] about Board opts for Plan B
Walter Camp Foundation aids needy
Walter Camp Football Foundation (WCFF) has partnered with two non-profit organizations to distribute PPE and meals to those in need throughout the Greater Bridgeport and Greater New Haven areas. The Central Connecticut Coast YMCA provides … [Read more...] about Walter Camp Foundation aids needy
City reopens COVID-19 testing site
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The Health Department has reopened its COVID-19 testing site on the Green for another two weeks, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and Health Director Maureen B. Lillis announced. The walk-up site, held … [Read more...] about City reopens COVID-19 testing site
Mullins leads ‘Back the Blue’ rally
Last Sunday, West Haven citizens lead by Planning and Zoning Commissioner Steven R. Mullins gathered on the West Haven Green to tie blue ribbons around trees and light poles to show support for the West Haven Police. “Police in West Haven put … [Read more...] about Mullins leads ‘Back the Blue’ rally
Konareski awarded ‘Leadership’ honor
West Haven Planning and Zoning Commissioner Steven R. Mullins presents his annual “Commissioner Mullins Youth Leadership Award” to freshman Dominic Konareski. Konareski and fellow freshman Danya Newton, who was unable to attend the ceremony, … [Read more...] about Konareski awarded ‘Leadership’ honor
High School construction heads into the final stage
By Mackenzie Meaney Special to the Voice With the opening of a new school year just weeks away, a plan that has been discussed, fought over, and finally approved is nearing its completion date, set for next year. The West Haven High … [Read more...] about High School construction heads into the final stage