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1. What Sold: Hamden's 10 Most Recent Closings (patch.com) — Hamden homeowners and buyers can see exactly what local properties have been closing for in the past week, with sale prices ranging from under $100,000 to nearly half a million dollars. The list details addresses, closing dates, and prices for ten recently sold Hamden homes, offering a quick snapshot of the town's current housing market.
2. CT developer says flyer misrepresents 150-unit housing plan in Hamden (nhregister.com) — Hamden neighbors are weighing in on a proposed 150-unit Paradise Woods affordable housing complex off Old Coach Highway, raising concerns about traffic, wetlands, and the project's scale. Developer John Ranciato Jr. disputes a circulating flyer he says misrepresents the plan, clarifies it's an 8-30g proposal rather than Section 8, and awaits Planning and Zoning Commission review in coming months.
3. Sicksense release 'Funerals' EP, share new video (nextmosh.com) — Metal band Sicksense is bringing its new EP "Funerals" and single "Seller's Remorse" to Hamden with a November 17 show at Space Ballroom. The tour pairs them with acts like Mushroomhead and Fear Factory on select dates. Local fans will get a chance to hear the four new tracks live during the band's North American run.
4. Top Connecticut high school girls swimming and diving top performances (Sept. 26) (rep-am.com) — Hamden swim fans can celebrate senior Sahana Dodd, who won both the 200 and 500 freestyle in a recent meet against Mercy, while Mercy's Sophia Sundquist posted strong times in a loss to Hamden. The roundup spotlights standout girls swimming and diving performances statewide from Sept. 18–24. It's a quick way to see how Hamden stacks up in CIAC competition.
5. Woodbridge Names New Public Works Director (theorangetimes.com) — Woodbridge's new public works director, Michael Siciliano, built much of his career in Hamden, rising through the town's Public Works Department to assistant director. Hamden officials praise his steady leadership and problem-solving skills. Now, that experience will shape how Woodbridge maintains its roads, parks, and infrastructure, with residents there expecting smoother operations and stronger long-term planning.
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