And then there were three – Democrats. Ending weeks of reports and speculation, former Mayor Edward O’Brien announced he will seek the Democratic Party’s nomination for the position he once held. The announcement came just days after his … [Read more...] about O’Brien announces run for Democratic nod
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Council digs into budget
With the public hearing done for another budget cycle, the City Council has begun the annual task of review. The 165.54 million package was presented last month, and once deliberations are concluded a new budget ordinance is required by the first … [Read more...] about Council digs into budget
Spring bulk trash pickup slated April 19-23
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The next bulk trash pickup week is April 19-23. West Haven residents are reminded to separate metals, recyclables and regular trash from bulk trash and put them out no more than 24 hours … [Read more...] about Spring bulk trash pickup slated April 19-23
WHHS-UNH join forces in a new ‘Explorer’ effort
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
City Hall reopens, with restrictions
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
WHCH celebrates ‘Read across America’
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’
Ferraro asks state to delay leave act
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
Rossi proposes $165.54M budget package for FY’22
The public will get its one and only chance to comment on Mayor Nancy N. Rossi’s proposed budget in a streamed public hearing slated for March 29 at 6 p.m. The City Council announced the hearing following last week’s special session in which the … [Read more...] about Rossi proposes $165.54M budget package for FY’22
WHPD begins new accreditation process
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
‘Fill-A-Bag’ expands in city schools
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