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An open-casket look at those who serve Connecticut’s dead

When Tracey Roballey of Shelton lost her mother in March 2019, a to-do list suddenly appeared in her hand as she had to work through one of life’s toughest losses.  At the drop of a hat, Roballey and her family not only had to grieve but plan all of the funeral arrangements, including services and…

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Hamden Special Projects

Hamden Public Schools address staff shortages and absenteeism

Hamden is facing chronic absenteeism and staff shortages head on. Learn how these issues affect students and teachers alike, and how the district plans to solve them.

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Hamden Quinnipiac

Quinnipiac welcomes greater Hamden community with annual Boomer’s Boo Bash

On an unseasonably warm fall Saturday, Quinnipiac University opened its Mount Carmel Campus Quad to local families and businesses for its eighth-annual Boomer’s Boo Bash, hosted by the university’s athletics department.  Operating from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Oct. 28, the free event gave families with young children a wealth of activities to explore.…

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Hamden

Ground Up Coffee brings a gourmet brew to Whitney Avenue

Three New Haven County residents open Ground Up Coffee in Hamden that offers locals a variety of different coffee combinations and fresh pastries.