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
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Library hopes to rekindle ‘Love’
West Haven Public Library is launching a “Love My Library” campaign over the next year to help raise awareness about programs the library offers and to create a new connection to the community by expanding communication methods, officials said. … [Read more...] about Library hopes to rekindle ‘Love’
City mourns passing of Joe Cullen
The city mourned this week as a longtime public servant – and mayor for a week – passed away. Joseph J. Cullen, who served on the City Council for 14 years, including a stint as chairman, was hailed by city leaders as a man who gave back to his … [Read more...] about City mourns passing of Joe Cullen
School Board reviews plans for re-opening
By Mackenzie Meaney Special to the Voice The West Haven Board of Education met on Monday to discuss a school re-opening plan, and the assembly can be summed up into one word; hopeful. “I am hopeful that we are going to go back to … [Read more...] about School Board reviews plans for re-opening
UI chooses city for tree-planting project
State Rep. Dorinda Borer (D-115) last week announced that West Haven will receive a $10,000 United Illuminating grant to plant trees within the city. Borer, a member of the legislature's Environment Committee advocated for the … [Read more...] about UI chooses city for tree-planting project
Tax office opens ‘drive-thru service
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The tax office rolled out a new window service at City Hall on June 23, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and Tax Collector Dorothy Chambrelli announced. The window service allows the tax office to offer … [Read more...] about Tax office opens ‘drive-thru service
COVID-19 testing is underway for residents of SRC
Savin Rock Communities (formerly West Haven Housing Authority) announced last week COVID 19 testing its residents has started at Surfside Apartments. Savin Rock Communities houses approximately 1000 residents in seven developments across … [Read more...] about COVID-19 testing is underway for residents of SRC
Class of 2020 celebrates!
The West Haven High School Class of 2020 ended its secondary school careers in a way similar to the way their senior year developed – in an unusual way. Forced by COVID-19 restrictions to a virtual commencement exercise earlier in June, most of the … [Read more...] about Class of 2020 celebrates!
Beaches, recreations sites open in city
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice In accordance with federal, state and local guidelines, the city reopened certain recreational venues last week, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and city Health Director Maureen B. Lillis announced. On … [Read more...] about Beaches, recreations sites open in city
VIA, city spar over building sale
The committee dedicated to running the city’s library system has taken issue with the way the city handled the sale of one of its venues, and certain declarations made in defense of the sale. The Village Improvement Association issued a statement … [Read more...] about VIA, city spar over building sale