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Reselling revitalizes sneaker industry

The sneaker reselling industry has boomed in recent years leading to the growth of sneaker culture

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Hamden area Asian Americans reveal long-standing racism

AAPI groups come together for community support, advocacy and education

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Packed bleachers, pink mullets and a pandemic: Inside Cheshire’s recovery from two years without high school football

Cheshire High School senior Andre Nguyen strolled onto the school’s campus shirtless. Pink body paint was smeared across his torso, arms and face. His mullet was caked with pink spray paint, although you could faintly make out the shade of faded blonde underneath it. Though far from the societal definition of “tall,” his demeanor and…

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‘Two Hamdens’: financial insecurity not shown in the census

A lack of services and representation of poverty and financial insecurity in Hamden contribute to the long-term struggles of its community members

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Hamden Public Schools talks student security in community forum

After a student was found with a handgun at school last month, the community came together to find ways to increase safety of students

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Hamden haunted house brought ghouls and ghosts to life for Halloween

A Hamden resident had hundreds of trick-or-treaters come to his annual haunted house for screams and sweets on Halloween night.

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Al Lotto is back in Hamden’s mayoral race, this time as a write-in candidate

Lotto decided to return to the race, claiming Hamden residents are tired of the two-party system.

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Mayor Leng lifts Hamden’s indoor mask mandate, remains in public buildings

Hamden removes mask mandate for non-municipal buildings four days before mayoral election

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Hamden haunted house will bring the fright on Halloween night

A Hamden resident promises a thrilling and chilling experience for the sixth year in a row.

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Final Hamden mayoral debate showcases candidates’ plans for town’s future

The candidates for the Hamden mayoral election debated topics such as finances, crime and affordable housing.