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Sleeping Giant State Park celebrates 100th anniversary 

The Hamden community gathered together to celebrate Sleeping Giant State Park's 100th anniversary. Photo by Colin Kennedy

Connecticut residents came out in droves to celebrate Sleeping Giant State Park’s 100th anniversary. Find out more here.

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PHOTOS: Hamden in the fall

Vibrant fall colors captured at the top of Sleeping Giant State Park. (Ben Yeargin/ HQNN)

With fall in full effect, there is no shortage of vibrant yellows, oranges and reds that fill the landscape. Take a look at a few photos of the fall foliage captured at Sleeping Giant State Park, Quinnipiac University and across Hamden.

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Hamden Tree Commission expands its roots in the town

The Hamden Tree Commission helps with tree plantings across the town. (Photo contributed by the Mayor's Office)

The beauty of the town of Hamden is not limited to the Sleeping Giant National State Park. While driving through the town of Hamden, visitors might notice the extensive nature and foliage sprouting around them. Some of the saplings planted are thanks to one volunteer group — the Hamden Tree Commission.  “Not only do (the…