Opioid overdose deaths are down by 14.5 percent across Connecticut from April 2023 to April 2024, according to the Center for Disease Control’s latest report. Even more reassuring, the City of New Haven reports a 57% decrease in fatal overdoses (99 … [Read more...] about Narcan aids opioid survival rates
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Mullins heads to North Carolina
The city’s Fair Housing Commissioner is heading south to aid in the clean-up after the devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Steven R. Mullins will be in Asheville, Buncombe County, North Carolina from October 17th through October 22nd … [Read more...] about Mullins heads to North Carolina
City offers energy assistance
The city is accepting applications for the federally funded Connecticut Energy Assistance Program. Appointments for all heating sources can be made by calling (203) 937-3572. Applications will be processed via phone by appointment … [Read more...] about City offers energy assistance
Ora Mason unveils new mural
Ora Mason’s Branch library unveiled a new mural by artist Miguel Estrada on August 30, at its 260 Benham Hill Road location. The mural was created to highlight the presence of the mid-century modern structure built in 1967, by promoting a renewed … [Read more...] about Ora Mason unveils new mural
Museum hosting Veterans Day dance
Celebrate Veterans Day at the West Haven Veterans Museum, 30 Hood Terrace, with a Swing Dance and live performance by the Hot Cats Jazz Band on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 8-11 p.m. Free parking is available at the museum and at the West Haven Train … [Read more...] about Museum hosting Veterans Day dance
Arts group planning ‘Open Studios’ event
Fall is a bustling time when the mind turns to holiday gift-giving, and this year offers something special. During the weekend of Oct.\ 12 and 13, West Haven artists are participating in a longstanding tradition known as City-Wide Open Studios. These … [Read more...] about Arts group planning ‘Open Studios’ event
VFW post sponsoring scholarship essays
VFW Post 9422 is sponsoring several scholarship programs for West Haven, Connecticut students in grades 6-12. Each of the scholarship programs incorporates a patriotic theme. Prizes are progressive and awarded at local, district, state and … [Read more...] about VFW post sponsoring scholarship essays
Duo on pier Sept. 22
Chris Skeens and Joe LaDore will perform from 9:30-11 a.m. Sept. 22 at the Oak Street pier, off Captain Thomas Boulevard, as part of the city’s Acoustic Sunday Morning Concert Series. Grab a coffee and a beach chair and chill out to covers of all … [Read more...] about Duo on pier Sept. 22
Troop wins ‘T’ Cup
Troop 821, sponsored by the City of West Haven Fire Department – Allingtown, participated in a camping trip at the Webster Scout Reservation in Ashford. During the week-long outing, the all-Girls troop representing West Haven was awarded the … [Read more...] about Troop wins ‘T’ Cup
Purple lighting marked Overdose Awareness
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice The city marked International Overdose Awareness Day on Saturday by lighting the windows and steps of City Hall in purple. “Overdose awareness is an important public health observance, not … [Read more...] about Purple lighting marked Overdose Awareness