“It’s nice to be able to see how successful our students have been and we like to
think we had a part in that.”
Number One Dog
City Clerk Deborah Collins presents a “No. 1” dog tag and a gift basket stuffed with dog toys and treats to Shannon Hoey, 13, of Belle Circle, and her 1-year- old terrier mix, Maddie, on Tuesday at City Hall for winning the second annual Dog Contest. The contest, held by the city clerk’s office, was an incentive for residents who licensed their dogs in June as part of Dog Licensing Month.
Blumenthal calls for 9/11 funding
Sen. Richard Blumenthal, calls on the Senate to pass legislation that would make permanent the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund and remove any limits on the appropriation. Joining are, State Rep. Dorinda Borer, D-115; Lou DeMici, secretary of the Uniformed Professional Fire Fighters Association of Connecticut; State Rep. Michael A. DiMassa, D-116; WHFD Chief James P. O’Brien; Lou Esposito, executive assistant to Mayor Nancy R. Rossi; and New Haven Fire Chief John Alston Jr.
O’Brien calls for increase in cruelty statute
Former Mayor and candidate Ed O’Brien speaks at Thursday’s rally calling for stricter animal cruelty regulations.
Editorial cartoon
A case for restructuring the city
The district map of West Haven Council districts.
A case for restructuring the city
A proposed revision of council districts
Community House chosen for ‘Give Back’
Showing off the 'Give Back' bag
Kids celebrated
“Let’s celebrate our kids” was an event held in conjunction with local advocate Michelle Caprio and the West Haven Community House at First Congregational Church. Children in the WHCH’s programs up to grade 4 were invited. Chloe Caprio provided the music, and and food was donated by Cappettas , Marinos, Andy’s, Full Circle, Ronnie;s and Lorenzo’s. Mary Ann Voss of Bohemian Body Art donated her time to do face painting with all the kids. Crayons and coloring books were given out to all the kids and their siblings, donated by Anthony’s Ocean View. The Rev. Carl Howard of The First Congregational Church Phil Liscio helped in organizing. Caprio is on the left, with Voss on the right.
Helping hand
Friends and family gathered at Nick’s Luncheonette on Sawmill Road in a recent day-long fundraising event that will benefit Amanda Mauratis, The event was headed up by Moriah Conlan. Left to right are: Nick Milas ,Irene Milas, Conlan, Amanda Mauratis, Jennifer Murillo, Lennon and Logan Mauratis.
Historian's Corner
Tony and Frances Zuppardi were well-known in the city and beloved by their family.
Wilcox Pier
In the heyday of Savin Rock Amusement Park, no establishment was better known than the Wilcox Pier Restaurant. The landmark location is now memorialized by a plaque along the Boardwalk near Old Grove Park.
Preventing a heist
West Haven shortstop Gianini Gambardell puts a sweeping tag on a Naugatuck Legion runner. West Haven swept a double-header with the visiting Valley team Saturday in American Legion play at Piurek Field. The season is winding down with district and state playoffs to begin this weekend.
My Two Cents
The old stands at Quigley Stadium weren’t the most comfortable, but had memories.
My Two Cents
Donovan Field, which became the West Haven Speedway, was an oblong park that once hosted WHHS baseball and football games as well as semi-pro teams.
