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Connecticut Sun President Jen Rizzotti makes a stop at Quinnipiac on her speaking tour

Women’s basketball titan and President of the Connecticut Sun, Jen Rizzott stopped by Quinnipiac on her most recent speaking tour on March 31. She talked about the trials and tribulations she’s encountered over her career, and how she overcame them. To say Rizzotti is a basketball legend might be an understatement. Rizzotti was part of…

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New Haven’s ‘No Kings’ Demonstration draws thousands

Over 2,000 people gathered on the New Haven Green to march in a “No Kings” protest, part of a nationwide series of demonstrations across the U.S. on March 28. The protests oppose President Donald Trump’s second-term policies, which participants say reflect authoritarian or monarchical power. Demonstrators carried signs, chanted and moved through the city of…

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A year of protest: Demonstrators return weekly to Hamden Town Hall

A group of roughly 15 to 20 people gathered outside Hamden Town Hall on Sunday, continuing a demonstration that has taken place nearly every week since Memorial Day weekend last year. What began with just a few people responding to a Facebook post through the 50501 Movement has grown into a consistent presence, with participants…

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QU Student’s Weigh In On Snow Day Decision’s

A winter storm dropped nearly 19 inches of snow in Hamden Monday, shutting down schools across Connecticut and forcing Quinnipiac University to hold virtual classes on Feb. 23. The next day, the university delayed the start of in-person classes until 10:30 a.m., but students still had to navigate snow-covered lots and streets to get to…

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Hamden Faces Affects of Blizzard

A blizzard hit Hamden on Feb. 23, affecting the routines of both residents and students at Quinnipiac University. Heavy snow accompanied by strong winds added to an already harsh winter across the Northeast. Snow began early in the morning and continued throughout the day. Several inches accumulated across the region, making travel difficult on both…

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Navigating the modern couple: Local wedding planners adapt to post-pandemic trends

Four years after the COVID-19 pandemic, its effects on businesses still linger. But there is one impacted business that might just come as a surprise – wedding planning.

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Exploring the Connection Between Mixed Martial Arts and Mental Health 

Combat sports over the last decade have gained massive amounts of popularity, connecting with fan bases across the world. The growth of the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) and other professional organizations has led to athletes across the globe introducing themselves to the world of martial arts.   

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Down the Rabbit Hole – A Deep Dive into the Underground Music Scene in Connecticut

Hidden in the basements of pizza shops, community centers and neighborhood homes is an unknown, tight-knit community of music lovers, creatives and artists. The underground music scene is much more than mosh pits and punk music. Although the scene does not focus on monetary gain, it is rich in history and culture throughout Connecticut.

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How Hamden is trying to protect the ‘purity’ of town sports

Youth sports participation across the country is dropping. Here in Hamden, a select few are trying to protect what makes town sports special.

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Food for thought – A dive into the Hamden School District free lunch services 

Each year in September, millions of families across the nation get their children ready for school. From the fall until the first week of June, there are about 10 months in the average school calendar. While students worry about classroom work, some parents have additional their own worries— paying for their students’ lunch.