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The large number of accidents on Whitney and Dixwell Avenues is cause for concern 

There has been a growing issue when it comes to car accidents in Hamden over the past few years. A couple of roads in town are the leading causes of accidents. The number of accidents in Hamden has increased every year since 2020, and there have been over 6,000 car accidents in Hamden from the…

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How and why Sleeping Giant State Park remains ‘paradise’

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Quinnipiac school Special Projects

AI will continue to play a more prominent role in society

Artificial intelligence, despite skepticism, is becoming more and more an aspect of everyday life. We will have to learn how to cohabitate with it and have it become a part of society where it can be used as a resource for everyday tasks.

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Connecticut Special Projects

How opioid settlement funds can benefit the New Haven area

How the New Haven area is affected by the state opioid settlements and the plans of where the money will be going.

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Hamden Homelessness Special Projects

Mental health, Hamden Plaza and living without your name on a lease: The misconstrued stigma surrounding homelessness in Hamden

An inside look into the life of a member of Hamden’s homeless population, how they make their living and the impact of homelessness in the areas where they congregate.

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Hamden Special Projects

Hamden Public Schools address staff shortages and absenteeism

Hamden is facing chronic absenteeism and staff shortages head on. Learn how these issues affect students and teachers alike, and how the district plans to solve them.

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Hamden Special Projects

Haven Brewery faces challenges opening in Hamden

Haven Beer Company began the process of opening its business in Hamden almost one year ago. Today, they have begun renovations while still in the midst of a lawsuit. This is the story of the company’s challenges and the difficulties of opening a business in Hamden.

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Hamden Special Projects

Hamden’s high property tax plagues town aiming to curb shortfall

Hamden has been using property taxes to curb its massive debt and pension liabilities — the highest in Connecticut. Maintaining high property taxes to pay off these debts however, may also be keeping renters from buying in Hamden and curbing the town’s growth. Many U.S. towns and cities rely heavily on property taxes to fund…

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Hamden Public Safety Special Projects

Police departments nationwide are struggling to hire officers. How is Hamden PD responding?

The Hamden Police Department is seeking officers, but over the past few years, it has had trouble closing the gap — and it is not the only department facing that predicament.  Currently, the department, which is budgeted to hold a staff of 103 sworn officers, is reporting a deficit of seven officers, according to Timothy…

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A first of its kind partnership: Quinnipiac University and Hartford Healthcare

In January of 2022, Quinnipiac University and Hartford Healthcare announced their partnership involving a new healthcare program and new opportunities for students.