The week in photos – October 16, 2025

Denise Carr, third from left, receives a bouquet and a glass-framed citation, held by brother-in-law Pat Carfora, from Mayor Dorinda Borer, right, honoring her late husband Vinnie Carr’s recognition as the city’s posthumous Italian American of the Year. With them are, from left, Carr’s children, Vinnie Jr. and Daniella, and West Haven Italian American Civic Association President Paul M. Frosolone.

West Haven’s own Elizabeth Levy sings “The Star-Spangled Banner” as Paul M. Frosolone, the master of ceremonies, puts his right hand over his heart. Levy also sang the Italian national anthem, “II Canto degli Italiani.”

West Haven Italian American Civic Association President Paul M. Frosolone, left, and Mayor Dorinda Borer join the family of the late great Vinnie Carr at the 26th annual Italian Heritage Celebration on the front steps of City Hall on Friday. Borer and Frosolone, who served as the master of ceremonies, honored Carr as the city’s posthumous Italian American of the Year. With them are, from left, Carr’s son, Vinnie Jr., his brother, Pat Carfora, his wife, Denise, and his daughter, Daniella.

Mayor Dorinda Borer, center, helps Gusto Bakery owner Jesus Paredes, center right, cut the ribbon to celebrate the bakery’s grand opening at 17 Wagner Place on Oct. 3. Joining the ribbon-cutt ing are, from left, West Haven state Rep. Bill Heffernan, 4th District Councilman Gary Donovan, business community friend Anthony Reilly, Gusto employees and Simon McDonald, the director of membership and marketing at the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce

The West Haven Rotary Club honored its longest serving members, crowning them “King and Queen” at the annual dinner at Biagetti’s recently. William K. Barr and Roberta DeFonce (center) have given many decades of service to West Haven Rotary. Congratulating them are (from left): Marc Anthony Gallucci, Hala Urban, Alan Olenick and Carmen Correa-Rios.

Sports card enthusiasts converged on the Italian-American Club on Chase Lane to buy, sell, swap and discuss their favorite hobby. Two additional shows are planned in November and December.

Sports card enthusiasts converged on the Italian-American Club on Chase Lane to buy, sell, swap and discuss their favorite hobby. Two additional shows are planned in November and December.

From left, West Haven Health Department community health coordinator Andressa Mikita, Amanda Foertsch, a representative of the West Haven Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security, and West Haven 911 Communications Center dispatcher Sydney Beaton show their informational materials and promotional items. Foertsch also signed up residents for the city’s emergency notification system to receive alerts. Sign up at https://www.cityofwesthaven.com/alerts.

Lizzy Bruneau, 4, of West Haven, is shown how to use a “stop the bleed” tourniquet by Taelia Jones, right, and Nicole Brito of the University of New Haven School of Health Sciences’ Paramedicine Program.

From left, West Haven police Capt. Christopher Zitnay, Officer James Roldan, Sgt. Scott Allard and Officer David Rivera give out informational materials on public safety, crime prevention and law enforcement programs, along with promotional items.

Thomas Denny, a freshman member of the University of New Haven Fire Science Club, helps Arionna DiChello, 12, of Meriden, spray liquid on a controlled fire to put it out. Looking on are a club member and Arionna’s parents and sister.

Parents and children hang out with crew members of SkyHealth, Yale New Haven Health’s emergency patient transport helicopter.

Fire engines and firetrucks line the parking lot next to Savin Rock Park

A record crowd attends the fifth annual West Haven Fire, Emergency Management, 911 ERS, Police & Health Expo at Savin Rock Park on Oct. 4. The free exposition, in observance of Fire Prevention Week, brought together families and first responders from around the state for hands-on activities and interactive demonstrations to promote public safety education.

West Haven resident Donna Boccuzzi and her dog, Bob, participate in the city’s first-ever dog festival, Westie Pawlooza, in Old Grove Park on Oct. 4 to raise money for the West Haven Animal Shelter. The city held its first-ever dog festival, Westie Pawlooza, in Old Grove Park on Oct. 4 to raise money for the West Haven Animal Shelter.

The Whiffenpoofs of Yale University.

Loretta BonTempo Forte as she appeared in a portrait from 1930.

Trolley cars from downtown New Haven shuttled Yale fans to and from Derby Avenue on game days. Unlike today, capacity crowds were the norm at Yale Bowl, especially when Army, Georgia, or some other ranked team came visiting.

The Mackrille student body gets a presentation on what it takes to bring wholesome food to their cafeteria each day.

The Mackrille student body gets a presentation on what it takes to bring wholesome food to their cafeteria each day.

Sisters With a New Attitude (SWANA), led by West Haven artist Deborah Elmore, put on a lively and well-attended Community Pumpkin Patch for the children of Allingtown on Saturday, Oct 4 in Glade Street Park. ArtsWest members were there decorating pumpkins with the kids. 

Sisters With a New Attitude (SWANA), led by West Haven artist Deborah Elmore, put on a lively and well-attended Community Pumpkin Patch for the children of Allingtown on Saturday, Oct 4 in Glade Street Park. ArtsWest members were there decorating pumpkins with the kids. 

Sisters With a New Attitude (SWANA), led by West Haven artist Deborah Elmore, put on a lively and well-attended Community Pumpkin Patch for the children of Allingtown on Saturday, Oct 4 in Glade Street Park. ArtsWest members were there decorating pumpkins with the kids. 

Sisters With a New Attitude (SWANA), led by West Haven artist Deborah Elmore, put on a lively and well-attended Community Pumpkin Patch for the children of Allingtown on Saturday, Oct 4 in Glade Street Park. ArtsWest members were there decorating pumpkins with the kids. 

The WHYSL GirlsU10 were undefeated during the West Haven Invitational tournament. The team topped New Haven (1-0), Coginchaug (2-0), Haddam Killingworth (3-0), and tied New Haven (1-1).

This year’s Homecoming Game was part of the Great American Rivalry Series, presented by the U.S Army and Marines.

The West Haven volleyball team seniors were joined by family and friends and supporters for the annual Senior Night celebration.

The West Haven boys soccer team seniors were joined by family and friends for the annual Senior Night celebration.

Ayman Elaziz competes in the SCC Divisional Championships at Hamden.

CJ Sutton and (6) Yusef Turner stop a Xavier runner in the Westies' recent 41-14 victory over the Falcons.

No. 76 David Longo protects the pocket for the Blue Devils versus the Falcons in a 41-14 win.

Elena Curtis makes a play for the Westies versus Career.

Marley Wilson sets the ball in the Blue Devils' 3-0 victory over Career.

Robens Prophete scores for the Blue Devils versus Foran. The Blue Devils topped the Lions, 8-1.