From left: Rylie Boynton (8th grade, Bailey Middle School), Muhammad Kabila (4th grade, Savin Rock School), and Julian Esposito (3rd grade, Mackrille School).
Timely warning
West Haven High School Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) performed a mock car crash to educate students on the dangers of drunk driving ahead of prom season, and the life-changing effects some of those decisions can have. The demonstration included actor portrayals of parents and students, simulated injuries and death, damaged vehicles with extrication tools used by firefighters, mock arrests, and ambulance and hearse transports. Included in supporting the program were: Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD), the West Haven Fire Department, the West Haven Police Department, West Haven ERS, West Haven City Hall, Bruneau’s Garage, American Medical Response, and the West Haven Funeral Home.
A stark lesson in drinking and driving
In preparation for the prom season and other social events, WHHS exhibited the dangers of drinking and driving with a mock crash, April 20. Sponsored by several organizations, the event pointed out the dangers and life-altering events.
A stark lesson in drinking and driving
In preparation for the prom season and other social events, WHHS exhibited the dangers of drinking and driving with a mock crash, April 20. Sponsored by several organizations, the event pointed out the dangers and life-altering events.
A stark lesson in drinking and driving
In preparation for the prom season and other social events, WHHS exhibited the dangers of drinking and driving with a mock crash, April 20. Sponsored by several organizations, the event pointed out the dangers and life-altering events.
Early morning stroll
Voice Columnist Dan Shine, an avid early morning walker along the beach, caught this fellow stroller at sunrise along Savin Rock. The warmer weather is encouraging more early risers to take advantage of the exercise possibilities.
Genesis Medica opens walk-in medical center
Mayor Nancy R. Rossi, center, cuts the ribbon with Genesis Medica owner Dr. Sanjay Aggarwal on April 27 to celebrate the grand opening of the walk-in medical center’s West Haven office at 518 Derby Ave.
Marking the event are, from left, Genesis Medica advanced practice registered nurse Maureen Jones, office coordinator Alexis Ellison, physical therapist John Armstrong and administrator Sherri Fusco.
The rebuilt West Haven location, formerly Tony & Gary Hair Salon, is Genesis Medica’s newest walk-in center for primary care and addiction medicine.
The 1,800-square-foot office flanks the city’s bustling Route 34 commercial corridor and joins Genesis walk-in centers in Milford and New Haven.
Genesis specializes in patient-centered care tailored to individual needs, said Aggarwal, the lead physician.
Services are offered for wellness and illness visits, smoking cessation, health screenings, physicals, allergy testing, chronic illness management, weight loss management and opioid addiction treatment.
Medicaid, Medicare and commercial insurances are accepted.
The West Haven office is open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
New UNH officers
From left, New University of New Haven police Officers Daniel Gonzalez and Gabor Meszaros pause with Mayor Nancy R. Rossi after being sworn in by Rossi at City Hall on April 25. UNH Deputy Police Chief Brett Mahoney attended the ceremony. Gonzalez recently retired from the Southern Connecticut State University Police Department after a 15-year career, and Meszaros retired from the Bridgeport Police Department after more than 25 years on the force.
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Handwriting experts!
Paul DeFonzo, Principal of St. Lawrence School, poses with winners from the school’s 2022 Zaner-Bloser National Handwriting Contest. The winners from each grade level were: Kindergarten: Shamyuktha, Grade 1: Anabelle, Grade 2: Cristal, Grade 3: Ishani, Grade 4: Demari, Grade 5: Isabella, Grade 6: Laurelyn, Grade 7: Jeffrey (Joey), and Grade 8: Jaelyn.
Handwriting experts!
Grade 7 Winner, Jeffrey (Joey), was also named a State Grade-Level Winner. He will now compete for a Zaner-Bloser Grand National Champion Title.
Students of the Month
St. Lawrence School celebrated its Students of the Month for April in a ceremony held at the school this week. The students were honored for their academics and achievements in the classroom. Each student was awarded a pin and certificate, and the students, along with their parents, were invited to have breakfast with The Rev/ Jose Mercado, pastor, and Principal Paul DeFonzo. Pictured from left to right, (front row): Calyse Edwards, 1st Grade; Clea Vilchez, Kindergarten; (second row): Aaron Cabacungan, Grade 6; Lacey Miraldi, Grade 5; Lehanna Philogene, Grade 4; (standing): Travis Sanders, Grade 2; Fernando Reynolds, Grade 8; Isabella Warren, Grade 8; Laila Thompson, 3: Principal DeFonzo.
'Singing day'
West Haven High School hosted a ‘Signing Day’ for the 10 seniors who have committed to playing a sport in college on April 27. It was the first time that WHHS held such an event, which took place in the all-purpose room of the high school.
Co-athletic directors Mike Anquillare and Joe Morrell arranged the event, and invited family and friends of the student-athletes. The 10 student-athletes were first introduced to the audience and then posed for photos with their coach and/or family members while pretending to sign a national letter of intent. At the end of the event, the student-athletes posed for more photos with their family and friends.
The 10 WHHS student-athletes who have committed to play a sport in college are Immanuel Belcher, Anna Maria College (football); Paige Beurer, Framingham State University (softball); Brian Carew, Endicott College (soccer); Jamaine Galloway, Southern Connecticut State University (football); Gianni Gambardella, University of Maine (baseball); Victor Lorenzo Lara, Elms College (soccer); Kyshawn Togba, Southern Connecticut State University (football); Caitlin Welch, Nichols College (lacrosse); Paul Williams, Western New England University (football); and Donaldo Yanez, Post University (soccer).
Tyler Desanty puts the barrel on the ball in the Westies’ 5-4 win over North Haven.
Dylan Supan delivers from the mound in his complete game win versus the North Haven Nighthawks, won, 5-4, Friday.
Evan Jones waits to put the tag on a North Haven runner in the Blue Devils’ victory
Mia Rubirosa completes her perfect game in the Westies’ victory over Hillhouse.
Natalie Gallo slides safely into home against the Hilhouse Academics, in a laugher.
Joyce Delgado scrambles to return a volley versus Hamden.
Brooke Moscato looks to set a play against Foran. The Lady Laxxers are having and up-and-down year, hoping for a run to get them into the state tournament.
Emma Walker keeps a Foran attacker to the outside in the Westies loss to the Lions.
Marley Hauer returns a backhand in the Blue Devils’ 4-3 victory over the Green Dragons.
Ava Murphy hurls the discus for the Blue Devils.
Alison Frazer competes in the long jump for the Westies.
Matt Pagan competes in the javelin for the Blue Devils against Foran, lost by the Westies, 85- 64.
