In these unprecedented times, a symbol of love and hope is assembled on the northeast corner of the Green on April 7 by Department of Park Maintenance employees Terrence Tucker, Jim Simeone, Dustin Werle, Shawn Doody, Chris Provost and Paul Blakeslee. The heart-shaped sign, “West Haven: The City With a Heart,” is normally on display for Valentine’s Day but was set up at the direction of Mayor Nancy R. Rossi and Public Works Commissioner Tom J. McCarthy to show community unity during the coronavirus pandemic. The red sign is scripted in white letters and bordered by red lights.
Rossi thanks company making medical gowns
During a tour of Thermaxx Jackets in Allingtown on April 1, Mayor Nancy R. Rossi thanks the company, which normally makes insulation for construction projects, for making disposable medical gowns for workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.
DPW head thanks US Foods
The refrigerated truck generously provided by US Foods recently allowed Vertical Church, 225 Meloy Road, to expand its food offerings for those in need to include perishable items — eggs, milk, frozen meats — and fresh fruits, in addition to the nonperishable items the church has been offering
Calm in chaos
While city parks might be off limits, those who live near the beach, or have access can still enjoy the breezes and calm in these unsettled times. Dan Shine caught this couple just getting a relaxing afternoon in the sun.
Beauty remains
Voice columnist and sometime-shutterbug Dan Shine shows that despite the uncertainty of what will happen regarding an exotic virus, there are still things that can be enjoyed for the sheer beauty of the moment.
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Historian's Corner
May Carrigan
Historian's Corner
A copy of the New Haven Journal-Courier reports on the retirement celebration for May V. Carrigan.
Cargora trio kept Devils in hunt
The Carfora brothers, Nick (shown here), DJ, and Ben, played big roles in the West Haven Blue Devils’ 12-8 season. Though cut short by the Coronavirus outbreak, the trio contributed mightily during the regular season.
Cargora trio kept Devils in hunt
The Carfora brothers, Nick, DJ (shown here), and Ben, played big roles in the West Haven Blue Devils’ 12-8 season. Though cut short by the Coronavirus outbreak, the trio contributed mightily during the regular season.
Cargora trio kept Devils in hunt
The Carfora brothers, Nick, DJ, and Ben (shown here), played big roles in the West Haven Blue Devils’ 12-8 season. Though cut short by the Coronavirus outbreak, the trio contributed mightily during the regular season.
Berrios, Consorte gain NFF honors
West Haven High School player Jordan Berrios is shown with mother Tonisha and coach Rich Boshea.
Berrios, Consorte gain NFF honors
Michael Consorte with parents Mark and Carla (L) and coach Joe DeCaprio.
Berrios, Consorte gain NFF honors
Chris Palmer, a longtime coach with ties to the area who will receive a Distinguished American award.
