Fire Destroys Home; 'K-9's' Bucket List; Opiate Awareness Forum

There was plenty of news across Hamden over the past week. If you missed any of it on your local Patch, here's a roundup of some of the top stories. Contribute your own content to Patch by signing up for an account and clicking the "Post on Patch" button at the top right of the site.

Family Loses Home, Firefighter Injured In Thanksgiving Fire

The fire occurred on Thanksgiving in Hamden.

‘Suspicious’ Fire Investigated In Hamden: Police

Police say a Good Samaritan extinguished a fire that was burning on the exterior wall of a specific apartment early Thanksgiving morning.

Puppy With Terminal Heart Defect Serves As Honorary Hamden K-9

Arlo checked an item off his bucket list thanks to a special day with the Hamden Police Department.

Portion Of Roof Collapses During Fire In Hamden: UPDATE

One firefighter was injured while battling the blaze. Officials have determined the cause of the fire.

Bullet Enters Home Through Window: Hamden Police

A resident found a bullet lodged in a wall inside the home after hearing a loud noise. Police are investigating.

Driver Charged With Sexually Assaulting College Student: Police

Police say the incident occurred while the student and some friends were getting a ride back to Hamden after leaving a bar in New Haven.

Opiate Awareness Forum To Take Place In Hamden

Hamden is hosting an Opiate Awareness Forum, which will feature a panel of speakers along with a Q & A session.

3 Charged With Stealing Elderly Man’s Wallet: Hamden Police

The arrests were made following an extensive investigation, according to police.

New App To Help Police Fight Crime In Hamden

Residents can share crime-tips, report suspicious activity and aid family members in reporting domestic abuse, drug abuse, bullying.

Obituary: Manny Ramos, 37, of Hamden

Manny, a lifelong Hamden resident, graduated from Hamden High and Eastern CT State University. He was a kind soul and a genuine person.

Obituary: Antonio ‘Tony’ Ciaburri, 81, of Hamden

Tony, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, was a licensed real estate broker and together with his son, owned The Fry Wizard Co.

Hamden Resident Celebrates Grandparents’ Day At Sacred Heart

More than 100 grandparents and special guests attended Sacred Heart Academy’s ninth annual Grandparents’ Day.

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Former Hamden Mayor Appointed To New State Review Board

Hamden's Most Expensive Property On The Market

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