The week in photos – October 2, 2025

An aerial view of the fourth annual West Haven Fire, Emergency Management, 911 ERS, Police & Health Ex po at Savin Rock Park on Oct. 5, 2024. This year’s exposition of all things fire, emergency management, public safety, police and health is scheduled from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday at Savin Rock Park, 6 Rock St. The fifth annual event is presented by West Haven’s three fire departments and the city in observance of Fire Prevention Week.

Scout Troop 821 leader Carrie Malangone congratulates member Adora Morgan after she was promoted to Senior Patrol Leader at the troop’s Court of Honor Ceremonies recently. Troop 821 is an all-girl Scout troop under Scouting America. It is the first and only girl troop in West Haven. The group is sponsored by the City of West Haven Fire Department, Allingtown.

City of West Haven, Allingtown Fire Chief Michael Terenzio speaks to members of the Allingtown Volunteer Fire Association at their Welcome Back picnic at the Admiral Street Headquarters as Mayor Dorinda A. Borer (R) and Association Chief John Carew look on.

Congratulations to Sharon D., the winner of our Adult Summer Reading challenge!

First Church of Christ hosted its annual Apple Festival on the Green last weekend with thousands coming out for the event. The entire Green was utilized with booths, games and activities. Members of the parish made sure things were ready for their patrons as these photos show.

First Church of Christ hosted its annual Apple Festival on the Green last weekend with thousands coming out for the event. The entire Green was utilized with booths, games and activities. Members of the parish made sure things were ready for their patrons as these photos show.

First Church of Christ hosted its annual Apple Festival on the Green last weekend with thousands coming out for the event. The entire Green was utilized with booths, games and activities. Members of the parish made sure things were ready for their patrons as these photos show.

First Church of Christ hosted its annual Apple Festival on the Green last weekend with thousands coming out for the event. The entire Green was utilized with booths, games and activities. Members of the parish made sure things were ready for their patrons as these photos show.

Improvements have been made to the Veterans Museum and Learning Center on Hood Terrace. New signs, plus new woodwork have enhanced the venue. The museum, which is in its 15th year since moving from New Haven, is looking to increase its visibility to the public.

Improvements have been made to the Veterans Museum and Learning Center on Hood Terrace. New signs, plus new woodwork have enhanced the venue. The museum, which is in its 15th year since moving from New Haven, is looking to increase its visibility to the public.

Mayor Dorinda Borer presents a citation to Hispanic American of the Year Aberlardo King, an award-winning Latino journalist, for “lifting up” the city and its vibrant Hispanic community during the seventh annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration on the steps of City Hall on Sept. 19. King also received an embroidered “Hispanic American of the Year 2025” jacket and a Dominican flag from Borer.

West Haven Hispanic American of the Year Abelardo King thanks his many supporters, including longtime business partner Norma Rodriguez-Reyes, left, who translated his remarks of appreciation to the crowd. King and Rodriguez-Reyes launched La Voz Hispana de Connecticut, a free weekly Spanish newspaper, in New Haven in 1992.

Vice President Maria Matos, left, and members of the Dominican American Coalition of Connecticut Inc. present a certificate of appreciation to Abelardo King.

Rosaura Liz de Rodriguez, holding a Dominican flag, sings the Dominican national anthem, “Himno Nacional de la República Dominicana.”

Ryan Carew will be honored by the 25th annual Walk in his name, Sunday, to benefit Special Olympics.

In its heyday, Quigley Stadium was home to the West Haven Sailors, a semi-professional team that played in the Connecticut State League as well as barnstorming team like the Kansas City Monarchs. In its later life it was home to the West Haven Yankees, as well as American Legion Baseball, Notre Dame High School’s baseball and football teams, and local collegiate programs. It is still home to the West Haven Twilight League and various other teams.

West Haven Mayor Dorinda Borer, wearing a Grind baseball cap, joins Grind Baseball owner Michael Moras and facility director John Ascenzia at Morse Park’s Field 3 on Thursday, Sept. 18.

Bryan Brown flies through the air to direct a shot on net versus Cross.

Amar Sanounou scores and then celebrates his goal.

Martha Agustin competes in the breaststroke leg of the medley relay against SHA.

Sam Close defends the net in the Blue Devils’ victory over the Hornets.

Annabelle Fiorillo defends for the Blue Devils versus Branford.

Luciana Cappetta controls the ball in the Westies’ win over Branford.

Giulianna Ruggerio sets the ball in the Westies' victory over Branford.

Keira Weissbach dives to get the dig versus Branford, a win by the locals at home.

Cordell Barrow makes an over the shoulder catch in the Westies’ game at Staples. The Wreckers had all they could handle, relying on a last-second field goal to top the Westies, 34-33 at Westport.

Aaron Johnson leaps to pull down a pass from Mason Wright for a touchdown at Staples. The Westies played back-and-forth with the Wreckers, Friday night at Westport, before a last second field goal iced the games for the home squad, 34-33.

Natalia Lowe swims against Sacred Heart Academy in the 200 freestyle.. Her Westies were still looking for the first win of the season at press time.