Rep. Dorinda Borer (D-115), Chairman of the State Bonding Committee, along with the entire West Haven state delegation, announced West Haven was awarded $430,000 for playgrounds throughout the city. A grant of $430,000 … [Read more...] about Playgrounds get funding
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Centennial bocce tournament July 31
The Department of Parks and Recreation is registering 24 two-person teams for the Centennial Savin Rock Festival Bocce Tournament,set for 10 a.m. July 31 at the Old Grove Park courts on Palace Street. The coed, single-elimination tournament is … [Read more...] about Centennial bocce tournament July 31
EDC eyes ‘Hidden Gems’
It was January of 2020, and West Haven's Economic Development Commission - which had languished for some time, with only two commissioners remaining - was fully stocked and hot out of the gate: the commission had several meetings and began … [Read more...] about EDC eyes ‘Hidden Gems’
Simply Swing playing Grove concert Friday, July 23rd at 7
The West Haven Centennial Concert Series will continue Friday night with Simply Swing, a 10-piece orchestra featuring “swinging horns, a dynamic rhythm section and wonderful vocals.” The two-hour concert is set for 7 p.m. in Old Grove … [Read more...] about Simply Swing playing Grove concert Friday, July 23rd at 7
‘Christmas in July’ craft fair, Saturday at the Poli House
Plan to get a Head start on Christmas shopping by going to the West Haven Historical Society's "Christmas in July" Craft Fair Saturday July 24, at the Poli House Garden at 686 Savin Ave. across from the Green. The Fair will run from 10-4. Rain date … [Read more...] about ‘Christmas in July’ craft fair, Saturday at the Poli House
Centennial volleyball tourney registering 6-player squads
The Department of Parks and Recreation is registering six six-person teams for the West Haven Centennial Coed Volleyball Tournament. The double-elimination tournament, for those 16 and older, is set for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 31 at the Sea … [Read more...] about Centennial volleyball tourney registering 6-player squads
Vendors sought for market
The city is seeking craft, farm and food truck vendors to participate in the Tony Inzero Farmers Market, which opens its 2021 season July 8 on the Green. Through Oct. 23, the market at Main Street and Campbell Avenue will include state farmers … [Read more...] about Vendors sought for market
Calendar celebrates city; benefits Vets Museum
Artist Libby Earle - originally from Canada - gets up very early most mornings to take pictures on the West Haven beach. "She wanted to make a calendar and donate the proceeds to a veterans’ organization" explains ArtsWestCT organizer Elinor … [Read more...] about Calendar celebrates city; benefits Vets Museum
Boat parade set June 12
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice A fleet of more than 100 boats are expected to set sail and parade across the West Haven seaboard at 1 p.m. June 12 to christen the community’s 100th anniversary. The West Haven Centennial … [Read more...] about Boat parade set June 12
City Hall reopen, but….
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Mayor Nancy R. Rossi rolled out phase two of City Hall’s reopening May 24 in accordance with state and local COVID-19 guidelines. Phase two calls for the expanded reopening of City Hall for … [Read more...] about City Hall reopen, but….