The week in photos – October 19, 2023

Retired West Haven Fire Department Lt. William Heffernan III, the department’s historian, sits in his 1920 Ford Model T firetruck while his son, volunteer William Heffernan IV, sells merchandise commemorating the department’s 125th anniversary.

Lauren Mulinski, a member of the University of New Haven Fire Science Club, helps Bryson Urban, 7, of Orange, spray liquid on a controlled fire to put it out. Looking on are, from left, senior club President Alison Perry and freshman club member Rebecca Van Tine, along with Bryson’s parents, West Haven Fire Department Capt. Jacob Urban and Ivory Urban, and his brother Ashton, 3. Mulinski is a junior majoring in emergency management

City of West Haven Fire Department Allingtown Capt. Jason Cameron inspects and installs a car seat for Alijah Kosarko, of West Haven, to ensure that it is properly fastened for securing her son, Nicholas, 2, not pictured. The installation was part of the department’s Child Safety Car Seat Installation and Inspection Program. The department has installed more than 100 car seats in the past two years.

West Shore Fire Department Fire Marshal Keith T. Flood demonstrates a home fire sprinkler during a live burn at the third annual West Haven Fire, Emergency Management, 911 ERS, Police & Health Expo in Old Grove Park on Oct. 8. The side-by-side burn consisted of two 8-by-8-foot cells, one with a sprinkler and one without. The burn showed the fire’s destruction on a structure without a sprinkler, compared with minimal damage to a structure with a sprinkler. The demonstration was sponsored by the Connecticut Fire Sprinkler Coalition to show the importance of home sprinklers, which can save lives and reduce property damage.

West Haven Fire Department firefighters knock down the live burn blaze during the home fire sprinkler demonstration.

Trooper Kyle Faucher of the Connecticut State Police Fire and Explosion Investigation Unit kneels with his arson dog, Aruba, after a demonstration.

Sofie Burns, a 4th-grade student at Pagels Elementary School, was one of only 10 students across the country to win an Amazon Gift Card in the 27th Annual National Student Poetry Contest hosted by the America Library of Poetry. “When I found out she had won, I was absolutely thrilled for her because she’s an exceptionally talented young writer who has the tenacity and enthusiasm to persevere,” said Sofie’s 3rd-grade teacher Lisa Biagetti, who helped her submit the poem in the spring. Sofie’s poem, a Haiku about nature, is titled “Nature’s Beauty” and it will be published in December in a book of student poems. She was very excited to learn that she had won and is still undecided on what she will spend the Amazon gift card on.

State Rep. Charles J. Ferraro (R-117) receives an embroidered “Italian American of the Year 2023” jacket from Mayor Nancy R. Rossi at the city’s 24th annual Italian Heritage Celebration in the Harriet C. North Community Room of City Hall on Oct. 6. The event, traditionally held on the steps of City Hall, was moved indoors because of inclement weather.

State Rep. Charles J. Ferraro (R-117) receives a citation from Mayor Nancy R. Rossi for his “remarkable legacy of public service and mentorship” as chief of staff Tom J. McCarthy looks on.

State Rep. Charles J. Ferraro (R-117) receives a General Assembly citation from his colleagues, Sen. James Maroney, D-Milford, second from left, and Rep. Kathy Kennedy, R-Milford, as master of ceremonies Tom J. McCarthy looks on.

The late Z’s Corner Cafe owner, John “Johnny Z” Ziada.

Donato Cappetta, the owner of Cappetta’s Italian Imports, Pizza & Catering in Allingtown, receives the “Way to Go!” award from the West Haven Interagency Network for Children on Oct. 11. Cappetta was presented with the award at his Route 1 business by city Youth and Family Services Director Diane Dietman for “your support and generous donation to families of children with special needs at our Meatball Sub fundraiser event.” The Way to Go program recognizes those who go above and beyond to offer services and resources.

More than 30 people att ended a peace vigil on the Green last week, hoping for a quick end to the Palestinian-Israeli confl ict.

Former Waterbury Democrat Mayor Michael Jarjura endorses West Haven Write-In candidate for Mayor Steven R. Mullins on the Main Street steps of West Haven City Hall on Monday afternoon. Jarjura was elected Mayor of Waterbury in a write-in in 2005.

Mayor Nancy R. Rossi, center, cuts the ribbon with Bougie Thrift Boutique owner Kimberly Turner, left, and business director Kelly Turner to celebrate the store’s grand opening at 86 Campbell Ave. on Oct. 10. Joining them is Simon McDonald, the director of membership and marketing at the Milford Regional Chamber of Commerce. The new consignment shop offers eclectic fashion for all tastes and is located in the lower Campbell Avenue business district, nestled in a plaza of small businesses near Captain Thomas Boulevard.

Pauline Lang, who will be discussed on the tour

Rufus Porter, who will be discussed on the tour

The Old Burial Ground

The Old Burial Ground

Nick Conlan runs for one of his three rushing touchdowns in West Haven’s 47-21 victory.

West Haven swim team celebrated their seniors Amber Militrano, Isabella DeLaura, Lauren Blake and Khando Dorjee.

Amanda Fagnani swims the breaststroke leg of the 200-yard Individual Medley versus Sheehan.

Ava Gallipoli launches herself into the 200-yard Freestyle against Sheehan.

Olivia McDonnell prepares to spike the ball for West Haven versus Law.

Alison Frazer bumps the ball versus Jonathan Law.

Shannon Hoey gets the bump for the Westies against Law.

Isabel Millard heads the ball against the Gaels.

Ethan Masoperh heads the ball on a corner kick for the Blue Devils versus the Governors.

Matt Hunter scores the game winner in the Westies’ 2-0 victory at Cross.