Ms. Polina Mann, a music educator at the St. Lawrence School, has been awarded a classroom grant by the Association of American Educators Foundation (AAEF). The grant will be used to purchase ukuleles. “Since we will not be able to sing in … [Read more...] about St. Lawrence teacher wins music grant
More stories
Yale West, councilman looking to “Rock WHEAT”
Yale West Campus and West Haven Councilman Barry Lee Cohen are holding a “West Haven ROCKS WHEAT,” food drive on Saturday, Nov. 14 at the Off-Shore Restaurant & Lounge parking lot from 10–1. Located at 852 Jones Hill Road, West Haven, the … [Read more...] about Yale West, councilman looking to “Rock WHEAT”
Veterans Day rites online
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Due to COVID-19 restrictions limiting large public gatherings, the city and the West Haven Veterans Council observed Veterans Day on Wednesday with a virtual ceremony now airing on Facebook and … [Read more...] about Veterans Day rites online
Virtual town hall slated
Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and her staff invite fellow Westies to participate in a virtual town hall meeting on Zoom from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday. The community event is aimed at fostering communication and transparency between City Hall and West Haven … [Read more...] about Virtual town hall slated
I-A bingo games restarting Nov. 5
The West Haven Italian-American Civic Association will reopen its weekly Bingo on Thursday Nov. 5, Doors open at 6 p.m.Social Distancing applies. Masks must worn, no reserved seats. Bring your own snacks & drinks. Call (203) 937-8339 for … [Read more...] about I-A bingo games restarting Nov. 5
City attempts to simplify voting for Election Day
Election Day is Tuesday, and city election officials have residents covered. Due to this year’s presidential election, officials are anticipating a higher-than-normal voter turnout by implementing procedures to simplify the in-person and … [Read more...] about City attempts to simplify voting for Election Day
Orange synagogue plans 14th memorial services
Congregation Or Shalom in Orange, in partnership with the Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven, will hold the 14th Annual Community-Wide Kristallnacht Commemoration on Sunday Nov. 15 at 9 a.m. This year we will honor the conscience and heroism of … [Read more...] about Orange synagogue plans 14th memorial services
UI begins tree care program
United Illuminating has begun the latest phase of its tree care program to reduce the amount of vegetation that UI says threatens power lines during storms. In the next two to three months, UI’s tree service contractor will increase the distance … [Read more...] about UI begins tree care program
Energy assistance application accepted
The city will begin accepting applications Oct. 19 for the federally funded Connecticut Energy Assistance Program. Appointments for all heating sources can be made, starting Oct. 5, by calling 203-937-3572. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, … [Read more...] about Energy assistance application accepted
Ethnic days off
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice Due to the coronavirus pandemic and social distancing restrictions, the city has canceled the 2020 Hispanic Heritage and Italian Heritage celebrations. The city has also postponed the 2020 … [Read more...] about Ethnic days off