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The city had its annual 9/11 Memorial at Savin Rock with the traditional candlelight vigil.Last week marked the 24th anniversary of the attack by Islamic extremists that resulted thedeaths of more than 2,700 Americans … [Read more...] about A city mourns

By Rob Forleo Special to the Voice Washington Elementary School celebrated its grand reopening on Aug. 19, marking "A New Beginning” for the students, staff, and community. Families, teachers, and invited dignitaries joined together to … [Read more...] about City celebrates grand opening of the new Washington School

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The final bulk trash pickup week of 2025 is Sept. 15-19. West Haven residents are reminded to separate metals, recyclables and regular trash from bulk trash and put them out no more than 24 … [Read more...] about Bulk trash collected week of Sept. 15-19

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice West Haven will observe the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks on 9/11 with a flag-raising ceremony at 6:30 p.m. at the Bradley Point Park flagpole, followed by a candlelight vigil at the … [Read more...] about 24th memorial remembers 9/11 victims

A city author, whose last book was very successful, has written a sequel that will make those who enjoy the murder mystery genre and want to see what happens next. Robin Cannon, a prolific author, lives with her husband. Bob, and likes to take … [Read more...] about Cannon pens murder mystery sequel

By Kim-Marie Mullin  Special to the Voice West Haven Fair Rent Commission Chairman Steven R. Mullins has accepted the nomination of the West Haven Independent Party to run for City Councilor-At-Large in the upcoming November general … [Read more...] about Mullins seeks at-large council seat under Independent Party’s banner

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Jack Miklos, the Department of Parks and Recreation’s head lifeguard, received a citation from Mayor Dorinda Borer on Aug. 12 for his recent rescue of a young male swimmer in distress off Sea Bluff … [Read more...] about Lifeguard honored for heroism

By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Dorinda Borer and state Rep. Treneé McGee were joined by neighbors, city officials and volunteers to dedicate the Imani Community Garden on Aug. 13. The flower, fruit and vegetable garden is … [Read more...] about Imani’s Garden fulfills a dream

Classes for the West Haven Public Schools 2025-2026 school year will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 27, for all students. School officials noted the first day will be a full-scheduled, with no half-day planned. Breakfast and lunch will be served. … [Read more...] about City schools to open next Wednesday

By Rob Forleo Special to the Voice Following the sudden resignation of Rich Boshea as head coach, the West Haven High School athletic department has announced that Tom Unger will serve as the interim head football coach for the Blue Devils … [Read more...] about Unger named interim coach for ‘25 season