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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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Hamden National Sports Special Projects

The future of football is flag

Youth tackle football is not dead. It certainly is not what it once was either.  As concerns continue to rise surrounding the safety of tackle football, specifically regarding player brian-related injuries, engagement has largely decreased since 2013 — a time period associated with the start of football’s ‘concussion crisis.’ As of 2023, the Washington Post…

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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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Hamden Special Projects

Fighting for a cause – Elijah’s Garden of Healing

Despite tragedy, one Hamden resident turned their sadness and anger into building a healing organization.

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Connecticut Hamden

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.

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The Wright Way Burgers and BBQ storefront brings South Carolina Lowcountry flavors to Hamden

Popular food truck The Wright Way Burgers and BBQ sees success after opening its storefront on 3835 Whitney Ave. in early October.

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Connecticut Environment Hamden

Is the Hamden nickel-per-nip tax working?

In 2021, Connecticut passed its “nickel-per-nip” program to update the state’s Bottle Bill. In its first full year, the program generated over $4.2 million throughout the state. The money from the program is designed to support the collection and proper disposal of “nip” bottles.