August Della Donna, a senior creative writing student at Quinnipiac University, worked this summer for Hamden Youth Services Bureau to bring a creative lens to the town programs. Click the link below in the bio to read the full story: hqnn.org/2024/10/07/sta…

Sleeping Giant State Park recognized its 100th anniversary Oct. 12. An estimated 6,000 visitors made their way to celebrate the day. Click the link to read the full story by Colin Kennedy: hqnn.org/2024/10/14/sle…

The Southern Connecticut Scrabble Club comes together to play the popular board game every other Tuesday at the North Haven Barnes & Noble. Click the link below to read the full story by HQNN's Amanda Morris and Emma Dinnan: hqnn.org/2024/10/14/scr…

On Oct. 12, Hamden residents gathered together to paint rocks in support of Breast Cancer Awareness. Click the link below to find out more about Kindness Rocks. Written by HQNN's Carleigh Beck and Emma Dinnan. hqnn.org/2024/10/14/kin…

The Hamden Registrar of Voters and the League of Women Voters of Hamden-North Haven hosted a coffee hour event on Oct. 19 at the Miller Memorial Library. Written by Samantha Nunez Click the link in the bio to read full story

Local eateries took the time this past week to participate in the 12th annual Hamden Restaurant Week, sponsored by Bankwell. The 14 participants offered a variety of discounted meals and limited-time deals. Written by HQNN Click the link in the bio to read full story.

For the first time in a general election, Connecticut is offering early voting for two weeks prior to Election Day. Polls opened at the Miller Memorial Library in Hamden on Monday. Written by: Emma Dinnan, Carleigh Beck, and Samantha Nunez Click link in bio for full story.

Last July, the town of Hamden and Noble Energy announced the construction of a new gas station and apartment building at 3311 Whitney Ave. But construction had stalled — for almost an entire year. Written by Colin Kennedy Click link in the bio to read full story.

The Best Video Film & Cultural Center is celebrating its 40th anniversary at the start of 2025. Since its opening, it has been serving coffee, hosting events and, of course, films to the community. Written by Michael Singer and Emma Dinnan Click link in bio for full story.

Throughout the month of October, Quinnipiac Athletics has been honoring Breast Cancer Awareness month through its initiative “QU Fights Cancer” at various women’s competitions. Written by Colin Kennedy Click link in bio for full story.

The tennis courts at Hamden High School are set to be restored following a $152,000 donation from Quinnipiac University. Link in bio for full story by Matt Sewall and Amanda Morris.

On Tuesday, Americans nationwide will head to the polls to cast their ballots, choosing the next President of the United States. Hamden residents will come out in droves to the nine voting sites across town. Written by: Colin Kennedy hqnn.org/2024/11/04/ele…

Election Day has arrived, and Americans nationwide are heading to the polls today to vote for the next President of the United States. Click below for live updates throughout the day. hqnn.org/2024/11/05/ele…

In 2021, Connecticut passed its “nickel-per-nip” program. The money from the program is designed to support the collection and proper disposal of “nip” bottles. Written by Emma Dinnan and Amanda Morris Click link in bio for full story.

Books & Company, a local bookstore, will be closing on Jan. 15, 2025 — after providing the Hamden community with books, coffee and entertainment for 30 years. ✍️ by Samantha Nunez Click link in bio for full story. hqnn.org/2024/11/11/bel…

Each year in September, millions of families across the nation get their children ready for school. While students worry about classroom work, some parents have their own worries— paying for their students’ lunch. Written by Michael Singer Click link in bio for full story.

Youth sports participation across the country is dropping. Here in Hamden, a select few are still trying to protect what makes town sports special. HQNN's Colin Kennedy dives into how Hamden is trying to protect the "purity" of town sports. hqnn.org/2024/12/04/how…

On May 9, 2022, 15-year-old Elijah ‘Eli’ Gomez was shot and killed on the Farmington Canal Trail. Despite this tragedy, Gomez’s aunt turned her sadness and anger into building the healing organization, Eli’s Garden of Healing. ✍️ by @ssamanthanunez hqnn.org/2024/12/05/fig…

Hidden in basements of pizza shops and community centers is an unknown community of music lovers and artists. Although the scene does not focus on monetary gain, it is rich in history and culture throughout Connecticut. Written by Emma Dinnan Click link in bio for full story.

Climate change makes an impact across the world. Connecticut has seen wildfires, flooding and poor air quality due to low precipitation and high temperatures. These effects of climate change have put a strain on Hamden. ✍ by Carleigh Beck Click the link in bio for full story.