The week in photos – March 21, 2024

Former school nurse Sandy McCauley, left, receives an embroidered “Irishwoman of the Year 2024” jacket from Mayor Dorinda Borer.

Mayor Dorinda Borer, right, cheers as Irishwoman of the Year Sandy McCauley pulls off the shroud revealing the Kelly-green street sign designating City Hall’s Campbell Avenue entrance as “Sandy McCauley Square” for the next year at the 31st annual St. Patrick’s Day Celebration on Friday. The cultural event is presented by the West Haven St. Patrick’s Day Committee in honor of Ireland’s patron saint.

Irishwoman of the Year Sandy McCauley is all smiles below her newly unveiled street sign with, from left, daughter-in-law Erin Reilly McCauley, son Sean McCauley and grandson Logan McCauley, 8.

The West Haven High School Class of 2024 continued the Senior Experience Day tradition of painting The Rock, sitting outside Ken Strong Stadium.

The West Haven High School Class of 2024 continued the Senior Experience Day tradition of painting The Rock, sitting outside Ken Strong Stadium. The seniors pictured here are Kimberly Sosa (left) and Nala Diarrassouba (right).

Dr. Frederiksen and his wife, May Wood Frederiksen, with their children, Gunnar and Lilly.

Dr. Frederiksen and Michael H. Ambrose '84, '19 Hon., chair of the Presidential Search Committee.

Scott and Mackenzie Gardner unveil the plaque at the Pam Gardner Lecture Hall Dedication Ceremony.

The Life Skills at West Haven High School visited WTNH on Friday, March 8, and learned how the news is produced. Students are pictured here with WTNH anchor/traffic reporter Alyssa Taglia and meteorologist Ashley Baylor. The Life Skills Program helps students work on interpersonal skills, solving problems, managing money, achieving success in the workplace, and learning things such as cooking and cleaning for the time following graduation.

Samantha Trayer makes a rescue in her first fire

The WHHS Band’s presented its annual Spring Concert before a packed house at the school’s auditorium. The band is under the direction of Donata Lupacchino and presented a program of favorites to satisfy any taste.

The WHHS Band’s presented its annual Spring Concert before a packed house at the school’s auditorium. The band is under the direction of Donata Lupacchino and presented a program of favorites to satisfy any taste.

The WHHS Band’s presented its annual Spring Concert before a packed house at the school’s auditorium. The band is under the direction of Donata Lupacchino and presented a program of favorites to satisfy any taste.

Conlan’s All-Stars get ready for their trip to Sweden outside the Bennett Rink after ac city-wide effort helped the team.

Conlan All-Stars 1978-1979 --Bottom row: Karen McDonough, Gina Carafano, Donna Bruneau, Cheryl McDaniel, Sue Passender, Maureen McDaniel, Carol Franco, Maryellen DiBianco, Patty Yates, Michele Brereton, Dianne Romans. Back row: Melanie McDaniel, Sue Fogarty, Bridget Stearns, Jennifer Tingliy, Manager-Jerry Calabrito, Coach-Bobby DePascale, Coach-Pete Stephens, Margaret Nolan, Gail Smallman, Chris Kelly, Sue Guertin. Missing: Mother Manager - Marie Carafano.

The West Haven Community House held another successful A Night At The Race fundraiser Saturday evening in the Beckerman Recreation Center at the University of New Haven. Seen here are people placing their bets, off to the race and hopeful winners. More than 300 people came out to support this community event.

The West Haven Community House held another successful A Night At The Race fundraiser Saturday evening in the Beckerman Recreation Center at the University of New Haven. Seen here are people placing their bets, off to the race and hopeful winners. More than 300 people came out to support this community event.

The West Haven Community House held another successful A Night At The Race fundraiser Saturday evening in the Beckerman Recreation Center at the University of New Haven. Seen here are people placing their bets, off to the race and hopeful winners. More than 300 people came out to support this community event.

The West Haven Community House held another successful A Night At The Race fundraiser Saturday evening in the Beckerman Recreation Center at the University of New Haven. Seen here are people placing their bets, off to the race and hopeful winners. More than 300 people came out to support this community event.

Roberta Garlock shows her sourdough starter that began her baking journey. Our Daily Bakes is her home business that is picking up popularity.

From starter to dough to finished product, Gorlock’s bread is gaining a following on social media.

From starter to dough to finished product, Gorlock’s bread is gaining a following on social media.

Ethan Griffin takes the hook shot over a Windsor defender in the CIAC D2 Championship.

Coach Tyrese Sullivan gives instructions.

Aaron Johnson lays one up and in for the Blue Devils against Windsor.

The WHHS bench shares the excitement of the CIAC final last week.

Bernett Scott takes a shot in the CIAC State Championship versus Windsor