The week in photos – November 23, 2023

Following a tradition that goes back to the 1970s, we honor the warriors of the gridiron on this Thanksgiving Day. West Haven’s Blue Devils met Fairfield Prep in a battle that could mean ranking in a CIAC Class LL tournament game, Tuesday.

Following a tradition that goes back to the 1970s, we honor the warriors of the gridiron on this Thanksgiving Day. Meanwhile, Notre Dame’s Green Knights has its annual tussle at Hamden High School’s Bruno Field, taking on the Green Dragons in the 2023 edition of the Green Bowl.

Noreen Adams, Ms. Connecticut Senior World, was chosen to appear in the July issue, Red, White, Blue feature of Crowns Magazine which was taken at an appearance for Veteran’s Day at the West Haven Veterans Museum. Arlene DeGrande, director ordered a Magazine to display. The cover was also displayed at the Pub 34 in West Haven.

The WHFD Historical Library presents its 2023 Pewter Christmas Ornament featuring the Gamewell Alarm Box which graced the poles of West Haven for many years. This is the fifth ornament in the series. The cost of this year’s ornament is $20. There are limited amounts of previous ornaments for sale as well. The cost to purchase the previous ornaments is $10, with the purchase of our 2023 ornament (while supplies last). The list includes: 2019 – 1911 Badge; 2020 – Sold out; 2021 – Elm Street HQ; 2022 – 1889 Hand Pumper. To order your ornaments please contact Department Historian William Heffernan at our email: whfdhistory@gmail.com.

Mayor Nancy R. Rossi, right, cuts the ribbon with Bargain Bingers owners Jordan and Michelle Greenstein, with daughter Eden, 6, and son Zachary, 4, to celebrate the grand opening of the “extreme discount and bargain bin” store at 719 Campbell Ave. on Saturday. Joining them are, from left, Councilman Gary Donovan (D-at large); Mayor-elect Dorinda Borer; and Councilwoman Colleen O’Connor (R-at large). The ceremony was also attended by Simon McDonald, the director of membership and marketing at the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce. The new retailer is located in the upper Campbell Avenue business district near York Street and specializes in new, like new and used items, as well as donated merchandise. According to Jordan Greenstein, the store offers savings up to 85% off retail prices. Bin items drop in price daily until sold, he said, starting at $10 with fresh merchandise coming in weekly. In addition, all profits from selling items received as donations support people in need, Greenstein said. The ribbon-cutting included giveaways for veterans.

Mayor Nancy R. Rossi on Nov. 8 presents a citation to Vertical Church Senior Pastor Ken Vance to celebrate the recent grand opening of the church’s Dream Center, including its food pantry, at 263 Center St. Rossi was joined by chief of staff Tom J. McCarthy, not pictured.

Mayor-elect Dorinda Borer is set to be sworn in on Dec 3

With West Haven’s Christmas tree aglow in the background, The John C. Ireland Bandstand on the snow-covered Green is bedecked with huge electric snowflakes as Victorian lampposts decorated with angels blowing on trumpets illuminate the walkways during a Yuletide celebration from yesteryear.

Harvesting cranberries from the bogs is tedious work and requires many man hours.

The flower of the cranberry was originally thought to resemble that of the crane. “Crane-berry” became “cranberry.”

The WHHS Athletic Hall of Fame inducted its class for 2023 at the annual banquet, Saturday night. The group then took the traditional “class photo.” Seated (L-R) -- Jackie Coyle, Shannon Connor Lang, Monica Yanez, George Hines. Standing -- Fred DeDomenico, Rich Boshea, Mark Anquillare, Mike SanGiovanni.

Mia Rubirosa, a senior outfielder on the WHHS softball team, signed her National Letter of Intent (NLI) to continue her playing career at NCAA Division I Quinnipiac University. Mia signed her NLI on National Signing Day, Nov. 8, in front of her family, teammates, coaches, and WHHS staff.

Aedan Coe sprints into the endzone for the Blue Devils.

Camren Kemp looks for the hole on the way to the endzone in the Westies’ 25-14 victory.

The West Haven defense swarms for a tackle of a Cheshire rusher in West Haven’s 25-14 win over the Rams at Cheshire. The Westies were scheduled to play Fairfield Prep at Ken Strong Stadium Wednesday night, and could end the season with a 9-1 record, and berth in the CIAC Class LL playoff s. Pairings will be published on Friday, with games beginning Tuesday night.

Armani Reid returns a Cheshire punt for 92 yards and a touchdown.

New University of New Haven police Officer Thomas Minar pauses with Mayor Nancy R. Rossi after being sworn in by Rossi at City Hall on Friday. Minar is a former Bridgeport police lieutenant who recently retired after a 30-year career. The ceremony was attended by Minar’s wife, Joyce, and stepson, Andrew Drake, along with UNH Deputy Police Chief Brett Mahoney.