Man Dies In
Motorcycle Crash
by | Jun 15, 2010 4:10 pm | Comments (3)
A noon motorcycle crash in Westville took a man’s life, police said.
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How Can State Reps Create Jobs?
by | Jun 2, 2010 7:39 am | Comments (43)
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As he formally announced his campaign for a seat in the state legislature, Sergio Rodriguez proposed a response to what he said is this year’s number one campaign issue in New Haven: unemployment.
Was It Rat Bait? Or Anti-Freeze?
by | May 19, 2010 11:54 am | Comments (26)
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Instead of scampering freely through the yards of West Rock Avenue, this squirrel ended up in a freezer. He wasn’t the first.
"Brueggie" Helps Out
by | May 14, 2010 11:00 am | Comments (3)
As part of its grand opening on Whalley Avenue, a Bruegger’s Bagels store recently donated a portion of the proceeds from a weekend’s sales to the Connecticut Food Bank. The bagel shop raised $1,000 — enough for 3,200 meals.
Nica’s Socked; Soco’s Nixed
by | May 12, 2010 7:53 am | Comments (22)
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It was a bad night for owners of popular eateries looking to expand in Westville and East Rock.
Thousands Dive Into Westville’s ArtWalk
by | May 10, 2010 11:03 am | Comments (14)
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Painters — professional and otherwise — took turns with a vibrant palette of colors, filling in the outlines of a mural of Westville Village drawn by artist and art teacher David Sepulveda. It was one of the main points of interest at this year’s Westville ArtWalk, which drew thousands to the neighborhood on Friday and Saturday.
Edgewood Seeks Alumni
by | May 6, 2010 11:21 am | Comments (1)
Stephanie Fitzgerald sent in the following press release:
911 Call Spurs Park Search
by | May 4, 2010 3:22 pm | Comments (4)
A witness reported hearing a woman screaming for help in East Rock Park. Police were told a man entered the park with a female, but left alone.
Rug Hooker Shares Craft
by | May 4, 2010 11:50 am | Comments (0)
Michele Micarelli loves being a hooker.
Rodriguez Challenges Dillon
by | Apr 30, 2010 11:18 am | Comments (6)
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(Updated 4:00 p.m.) A Westville alderman is taking on New Haven’s longest-serving state representative — who responded by challenging him to a debate.
Elm Shakespeare Brings “Art” to Westville
by | Apr 30, 2010 10:20 am | Comments (2)
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“Art” by Yasmina Reza first appeared in Paris in 1995. Shortly afterwards it was translated into English for the British stage and turned up at the Royale Theatre (now the Bernard B. Jacobs Theatre) on Broadway on March 1, 1998. The cast was stellar for this three-person play, performed without intermission. The six-month Broadway run included Alan Alda, Victor Garber, and Alfred Molina, all well known film and theatre performers.
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Wake Up! They’re Striping Your Street
by | Apr 16, 2010 11:05 am | Comments (38)
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Paul Nye was awakened after midnight so this stripe could appear outside his house. He wants the city to draw the line on painting roads so late.
Cyclists Save Matty From Pit Bull
by | Apr 15, 2010 11:04 am | Comments (34)
Tim Follert took his dog Matty for a walk in West Rock State Park. Suddenly, a pit bull charged from the bushes and clamped its jaws onto the yellow lab’s neck. It seemed to be going for the kill.
Wisenheimers’ Delight
by | Apr 13, 2010 2:08 pm | Comments (1)
Westville came alive Monday evening with the words, the melodies, and the juggling of Wisenheimers.
Whalley Redo, Part II
by | Apr 9, 2010 10:49 am | Comments (3)
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The villagers said they want traffic to flow more smoothly.
Those at the east end, by downtown, sought crosswalks, sidewalks and parking.
Those in the middle saw the “speedway” as the biggest problem.
They all were talking about Whalley Avenue on Thursday night — and how to make it better.
Soco’s Comes Back For More
by | Apr 6, 2010 11:05 am | Comments (10)
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Four months after a man was killed outside his restaurant and he was ordered to stop serving drinks at the bar, Carlos Pena is expanding his operation. He wants city permission to open a patio he already built — illegally, according to city officials.
Designer Brings Home L.A. Fashions
by | Apr 5, 2010 11:05 am | Comments (5)
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Westville Village is going avant-garde.
Rodrick Gilchrist Design, a hip Los Angeles clothing design studio and boutique, is moving into a Westville Village corner storefront that has been vacant since the old D’Andrea’s Pharmacy closed in late 2005.
Therapeutic Opening For Pure Platinum
by | Mar 23, 2010 12:11 pm | Comments (11)
David Sepulveda Photos
For several hours on Friday evening, the scene outside a new Westville salon could have been mistaken for any trendy New York nightspot.
Graffiti, Again
by | Mar 11, 2010 1:49 pm | Comments (5)
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A tagger struck again. His message won’t last long, based on prior experience.
Think This Year’s Budget’s Tough? Wait ‘Til 2012
by | Mar 11, 2010 8:54 am | Comments (20)
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If this year’s budget planning decisions seemed tough, just wait for next year’s. That was the message Mayor John DeStefano brought to Westville in the first stop on a citywide budget road show.
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BZA Backs B&B
by | Mar 10, 2010 5:46 pm | Comments (3)
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After 20 years of abandonment, a historic west side home is set for rebirth as a new bed and breakfast.
Restored Home Eyed For B&B
by | Mar 8, 2010 12:07 pm | Comments (9)
When last we left the former crack den and brothel at 9 Austin St., owners Thea Buxbaum and Rebecca Gratz had restored the 1820s Greek Revival house to its former grandeur — but weren’t sure what to do with it.
Party Behind Her, Dillon Seeks 14th Term
by | Mar 1, 2010 8:23 am | Comments (8)
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Announcing that she’s running for reelection, New Haven State Rep. Pat Dillon called for a greater sense of “shared sacrifice” statewide — in contrast to Connecticut’s governor’s blanket “no new taxes” proposal.
Discovered: A “ClipNator”
by | Feb 25, 2010 12:45 pm | Comments (0)
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Welcome, folks, to the great “ClipNator,” a recent invention of 5th grader Derrick Sims. Yessiree, guaranteed so your child will never misplace his or her pencil ever again.
Sure, it makes shaking hands a little dangerous. And it’s not great for circulation of the blood.
Never you mind. Step right up and you will see the spirit of invention and creativity is alive and well at an after-school program called Invention Convention.
Rell Blocks Local $$$—& Neighbors Yawn
by | Feb 18, 2010 8:24 am | Comments (10)
Leonard Honeyman File Photo
The governor wants to cancel “earmarks” that would improve Morris Cove storm drains, develop Fair Haven industry, and repair Beverly Hills’ “sinking” homes. The response from those who might miss out on the money? A collective shrug.