The week in photos – April 18, 2019

Amber McKiel, store manager, and owner Jasmine Jiang.

New Store wants to fulfill all its customers’ wants and needs.

Iconic Savin Rock has a storied past in the development of the community of West Farms into the city of West Haven. Recently, the city undertook a clean-up of the landmark, taking away much of the overgrowth and trees that cluttered the area. Getting its name from the Savin tree, the spot is where Jonathan Painter saw British Ships entering the harbor in what was part of an invasion of New Haven. The event is captured on the city crest, and is part of the lore of Colonial West Haven.

Iconic Savin Rock has a storied past in the development of the community of West Farms into the city of West Haven. Recently, the city undertook a clean-up of the landmark, taking away much of the overgrowth and trees that cluttered the area. Getting its name from the Savin tree, the spot is where Jonathan Painter saw British Ships entering the harbor in what was part of an invasion of New Haven. The event is captured on the city crest, and is part of the lore of Colonial West Haven.

The West Haven Community House hosted a car seat safety seminar for Head Start parents, which included giving away new seats. Organizers are shown cataloging the seats prior to the presentation.

A Head Start parent gets a new car seat following a training session sponsored by the West Haven Community House.

Nick’s Luncheonette owner Nick Milas, third from front left, helps Mayor Nancy R. Rossi cut the ceremonial ribbon to mark the reopening of the popular breakfast and lunch restaurant at 255 Sawmill Road. Joining are: State Rep. Charles J. Ferraro (R-117); Milas’ wife, Irene; his sons, Kosta, holding 7-month-old son Niko, and Evan; Councilwoman Bridgette J. Hoskie (D-1); and City Council Minority Leader Richard De- Palma (R-at large). With them are Nick’s staff members; mayoral Executive Assistant Lou Esposito, back left; and Milas’ brother-in-law, Augoustis Fifis, back right.

Over the years, the West Haven Little League has fielded many excellent All-Star teams, playing in regional and state competitions. This is the 1987 team. How many players can you identify?

Accompanied by members of the West Haven High School Band, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi cuts the ceremonial ribbon April 3 with city officials and the owners of the Dunkin’ Donuts franchise at 985 Boston Post Road to celebrate the restaurant’s reopening. From left, Councilman Peter V. Massaro, D-6; City Council Chairman Ronald M. Quagliani, D-at large; Council- woman Robbin Watt Hamilton, D-5; mayoral Executive Assistant Lou Esposito; and owners Frank D’Andrea, his son, Francesco D’Andrea, and his daughter, Nicole Ball.

The Band received a $500 donation in the form of an oversize check from the ownership of the new Dunkin’ Next Generation at 985 Boston Post Road. From left, Councilman Peter V. Massaro, D-6; City Council Chairman Ronald M. Quagliani, D-at large; owner Nicole Ball; Mayor Nancy R. Rossi; band field leaders Amanda Hill and Jasmine Powell; band technical adviser Ralph Ferriolo; and Councilwoman Robbin Watt Hamilton, D-5.

The Nutmeg Symphonic Pops Orchestra and Chorale, which is based out of St. Louis Church, recently dedicated a memorial performance to long time violinist Richard Turkington. Voice columnist Eleanore Turkington, Richard’s wife, was present to receive a memorial bouquet from Maestro Dino Ciaburri. The next concert will play tribute to Flag Day Sunday, June 9, at 2 p.m. at Gateway Community College, 88 Bassett St, North Haven. The public is invited to celebrate and honor all veterans. For information, call (203) 933-224.

The West Haven Republican Town Committee recently honored local community “unsung heroes” Michelle M. Caprio and Meli Garthwait. The honorees were chosen based upon their significant contributions and the positive impact each has made to the local community. Pictured left to right: Republican Town Committee Chairman Pat Libero, Meli Garthwait, Michelle Caprio, State Reps Charles Ferarro (R-117), and Dorinda Borer D-115). As part of the festivities, and to recognize the Point of Light National Volunteer Week, a WHEAT food collection was also held.

Ashlynn O’Keefe (3) is the Vio’s Sports Plus/Westie Blue Player of the Week. In three games this past week, the senior picked up two hits in each contest, going 6-for-12, while driving in three runs and scoring four times as the Westies moved into the Top 10 in the state poll. To read about the Player of the Week and learn about all of your West Haven sports, including game stories, photos, and more, visit www.westieblue.com.

Nick Camara races down field to score against Hamden. The Westies have had an up-and- down go of it so far, but have fared well, overall. West Haven won this one, 15-8.

Tommy Rosati shot a three-under par 32 to help the Notre Dame golf team to a 4-0 start to its season with a seven-stroke win over Xavier on April 10.

Skylar Serenson competes against Foran in girls’ tennis. The squad is still looking for a win in the early going.

Morgan Peryer scores as the Westies rally for four runs in the last inning to win at Law. The Lady Devils put together a five-game winning streak at press time, toppling rival Amity Regional in the process.