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High turkey prices won’t impact Thanksgiving dinners

Food prices may be higher this year, but that’s not stopping Connecticut residents preparing for their big dinner on Thanksgiving.  As of Sept. 3, the cost of a Grade A, 8-16 pound whole turkey cost $1.72 per pound compared to last year’s price of $1.44 per pound, according to a United States Department of Agriculture…

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Rolling with the times: How a local Hamden drive-in continues its success

Businesses come and go, and Route 10 in Hamden, Connecticut, has seen its fair share of them. But one hot dog restaurant that has remained a staple of the Hamden community for nearly 70 years might’ve cracked the key to success — consistency.  Glenwood Drive-in at 2538 Whitney Ave. in Hamden continues its success through…

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Hamden’s Grab and Go Empanadas thrives on food, family and creativity

The town of Hamden is home to many restaurants, whether it is a large establishment like Eli’s on Whitney or a startup like Sweet Tooth Skewers, there is always room for small places to grab a bite and Grab and Go Empanadas on Wheeler St. is no exception. Grab and Go Empanadas opened in August…