Touting a three-term resume that includes successful efforts to enact telecommunications rights for the incarcerated, paid family medical leave and $15 minimum wage, Rep. Josh Elliott is vying for two more years as a Hamden state representative. Elliott, who has represented the 88th district since 2017, is on the ballot for the Nov. 8, Connecticut…
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Mike Pace began his involvement within the town of Hamden over 20 years ago, establishing his chiropractic and acupuncture practice in the area. After noticing a steady increase in community issues throughout the years, he decided to place his name on the Connecticut General Election ballot. “I might be in the right place at the…
When Gary Highsmith walked into the admissions office at Southern Connecticut State University, he had no idea where the future would take him. Now, as the new first Black superintendent of Hamden Public Schools, he reflects on the journey that got him there. Highsmith grew up in New Haven with five siblings and lived in…
Justin Farmer, Abdul Osmanu and Mariam Khan make election history in Hamden
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District 9 incumbent representative defeats her Democratic challenger in her reelection bid
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Hamden continues to vote Democrat, marking the 24th consecutive year without a Republican mayor
Voters elect their first female mayor in 24 years
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