Officers Injured; School Upgrades; Coach Honored: Hamden News

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.

Officers Injured Apprehending Car Burglars In Hamden: Police

Two teens were caught burglarizing vehicles and one suspect “violently pulled away” from officers and fled on foot, according to police.

Hamden Receives $1.08 Million From State For School Upgrades

Thirty Connecticut towns and cities this week received final approval of funding from the state Bonding Commission.

Resident Hospitalized After Kitchen Fire In Hamden

Five residents were displaced from the fire, which occurred at a condominium complex in Hamden on Sunday.

3rd Suspect Charged In Theft Of Elderly Man’s Wallet: Hamden PD

A 71-year-old man’s wallet was stolen at a supermarket and his credit cards were used at numerous businesses, according to police.

Man Admits To Armed Robbery Of Hamden Store: Feds

Five people have been charged in connection to the robbery, in which a suspect threatened to kill an employee if they didn’t comply.

Obituary: Mary-Grace Venditto, 71, of Hamden

Prior to her retirement she worked for many years as a paraprofessional with the Hamden Public Schools.

Obituary: Athos ‘Art’ Cattaruzza, 92, of Hamden

Well known in the community Art, a World War II veteran, also owned and operated Maple Liquors in North Haven for many years.

Obituary: Richard M. Kennedy, 86, of Hamden

He was a Korean War veteran and associate professor emeritus of Central Connecticut State University.

Hamden Coach Receives SCC Honor

The SCC announces its 2017 Fall Sports Players and Coaches of the Year.

Hamden Sponsors Live Solar Webinar

Learn about the Solarize Hamden Program from home.

Other top stories:

• Police Announce Results From ‘Click-It-Or-Ticket’ In Hamden
• Firefighters Conducting Holiday Food Drive In Hamden
• Hamden Legislator Honored By CT League Of Conservation Voters
• Hamden Actor Performs in "Our Country's Good"
• Latest Hamden Homes for Sale