Schools Closing; Tornado Hits; Former Mayor Dies: Year In Review

There was plenty of news across Hamden during the past year. If you missed any of it, here's a roundup of some of the top stories from 2018.

Details Emerge In Son's Murder Of Mother In Hamden: Police

A search for a missing woman quickly turned into a murder investigation with her son charged with her killing and being held on $5M bond.>>>Read More.

Hamden To Close 2 Schools In Restructuring Plan

The Board of Education voted on its restructuring plan to bring dramatic changes to the district at a special meeting.>>>Read More.

Former Hamden Mayor Craig Henrici Dies At 65

Henrici served 2 terms as mayor, was Legislative Council President and a state representative.>>>Read More.

Tornado Confirmed To Have Hit Hamden: National Weather Service

The National Weather Service pinpointed where two tornadoes were found in Connecticut during a powerful storm in May. Sleeping Giant State Park closed due to the damage.>>>Read More.

2 Hamden Residents Killed In Glider Crash In Vermont

Authorities have identified two Hamden residents as victims of a fatal glider crash in Vermont.>>>Read More.

Quinnipiac Professor Confronted In 'Anti-Predator' Video

A Quinnipiac professor is under investigation after being seen in a video by a local vigilante group that targets potential sexual predators.>>>Read More.

Hamden Police Lip Sync Challenge Video Released

The Hamden Police Department’s long-awaited Lip Sync Challenge Video was worth the wait.>>>Read More.

Couple Receives 'Overwhelming' Surprise After Store's Sign Stolen

The owners of a record store in Hamden received an 'overwhelming' surprise after putting out a call for help in finding their stolen sign.>>>Read More.

Hamden Resident Lands Role In New Movie

The resident, who stars alongside Adam Sandler among others, landed the role after dealing with tragedy.>>>Read More.

Dancing Hamden Dentist Becomes Internet Sensation

The dentist participated in the "In My Feelings" challenge and the video has been viewed millions of times on social media.>>>Read More.

Motorcyclist Dies After Crash In Cancer Fundraiser: Hamden Police

The motorcyclist tragically died from injuries sustained after crashing while participating in a cancer fundraiser, according to police.>>>Read More.

Other top stories from 2018:

• Venomous Snake Found In Garbage Bin In Hamden: Police
• Hamden K-9 Viking Dies Unexpectedly
• ALDI Opens New Store In Hamden
• Popular Music Venue Re-Opening In Hamden With New Ownership
• 5 Students Hospitalized After Eating Tainted Cookies: Hamden PD
• Very Large Bear Spotted In Hamden
• 100 Minors Found Inside Bar During Compliance Check: Hamden PD
• Woman Assaults Owner In Fight Over Sandwich At Krauszer's: Police

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