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Good morning to you Hamden! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What the Forest Service facility closure means for Hamden's federal footprint.
  • Hamden's own shines at No. 1 singles for Albertus Magnus.
  • How a Hamden interview helped identify a suspect in New Haven robbery.

Also on today's calendar: String of Pearls Big Band - Dinner and Dancing! and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 81 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Thursday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 84, low: 60.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 78 and low of 53 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Forest Service to close 23 research facilities in 15 states (washingtontimes.com) — Hamden residents should know the U.S. Forest Service plans to close its research facility here as part of a nationwide consolidation affecting 23 sites. The move is meant to cut lease and maintenance costs amid a multibillion-dollar repair backlog and reduced federal funding, and some employees will be reassigned within their commuting area as operations shift.
   

• CUNYAC Women's Tennis Weekly Report 9/8/26 (cunyathletics.com) — Hamden gets a shout-out in this week's CUNYAC women's tennis honors, as Albertus Magnus junior Madison Rossetti of Hamden, Conn., won both of her No. 1 singles matches. Despite team losses to Sarah Lawrence and Bridgewater State, she also picked up a doubles win, showcasing strong local talent competing on the regional college stage.
   

• New Haven man beat, robbed victim after seeking synthetic marijuana, warrant says (nhregister.com) — A New Haven man is accused of robbing and assaulting someone after seeking synthetic marijuana, with the victim later confirming his identity during an interview at a Hamden residence. The case stems from an August incident on Thompson Street and involves allegations of a firearm being used to strike the victim before $1,200 was taken. The suspect is due in New Haven Superior Court on September 18.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Quinnipiac University Professor Advances Geriatric Physiotherapy Education in Kenya —John Morgan Read on Patch
  • Obituary: Kurt T. Woolley (Porto Funeral Homes) —Porto Funeral Homes Read on Patch
  • DOG LOST on Putnam Ave.
    9/7. Found at park on Treadwell Ave. Has pink collar. Please call (203) 668-6518 if you are the owner or know the owner. Animal control is closed. (Nextdoor Whitneyville)
  • Fantastic!
    Dear neighbors, I had knee surgery on July 29, and I walk myself to Foote street with my two walking sticks after a large omelette full of honey. I… (Nextdoor Ridge Road)
  • Quinnipiac University posted a job opening for Student Employment: OSA Exam Proctor - AY 26-27 in Hamden. Apply here.
  • Connecticut Pest Elimination posted a job opening for CT Pest Control Service Technician in Hamden. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Hamden here.

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Ok Hamden! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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