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Gerald Wynston Jackson, 85
He was an avid reader, a history buff, had a passion for jazz music and enjoyed a fun party that included a properly made Manhattan.
Kathleen Ramunni, Patch Staff
Kathleen Ramunni, Patch Staff
- Hamden, CT
kathleen.ramunni@patch.com
Phone
203.654-0466
Hometown
Hamden, Conn.
Birthday
April 15
Bio
Kate Ramunni grew up in Hamden and has lived in the northern section of town since 2002. She attended Alice Peck School, Sleeping Giant Jr. High School and graduated from Sacred Heart Academy.
Kate began her journalism career with Hometown Publications, where she was the founding editor of the Hamden Journal. From there she covered the Naugatuck Valley for the Connecticut Post for 12 years before coming to Patch.
Kate is an animal lover and spends her free time working with rescue groups to help find homes for homeless dogs. She has several dogs of her own, most of whom were adopted from area animal shelters.
Kate can be reached at kathleen.ramunni@patch.com or at (203) 654-0466.
Beliefs
At Patch, we promise always to report the facts as objectively as possible and otherwise adhere to the principles of good journalism. However, we also acknowledge that true impartiality is impossible because human beings have beliefs. So in the spirit of simple honesty, our policy is to encourage our editors to reveal their beliefs to the extent they feel comfortable. This disclosure is not a license for you to inject your beliefs into stories or to dictate coverage according to them. In fact, the intent is the opposite: we hope that the knowledge that your beliefs are on the record will cause you to be ever mindful to write, report and edit in a fair, balanced way. And if you ever see evidence that we failed in this mission, please let us know.
Politics
How would you describe your political beliefs?
Since moving back to Hamden in 2002 I have been registered as a Democrat, but only so that I could vote in the Democratic primaries for mayor. I agree with the Republican Party on some issues and with the Democrats on others.
Religion
How religious would you consider yourself?
I am Roman Catholic and it is a very important part of my life.
Local Hot-Button Issues
What do you think are the most important issues facing the community?
Hamden today is a very different town than it was when I was growing up. The population has grown and in many ways so have the problems. Like most communities, Hamden's greatest challenge is providing services at a cost affordable to taxpayers. The potential for economic growth is mostly limited to what is already in place because there is little open space left available for development. Therefore, town officials have limited options in attracting new revenue.
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Margaret Alice Delehanty, 86
Alice was a devout Catholic who attended Mass on a daily basis and even during her illness watched Mass on television.
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John Paul Dudra, 46
The avid cyclist, woodsman and hiker was a graduate of Hamden High School and Quinnipiac University.
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Take a Hike for the New Year
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is sponsoring First Day Hikes at four state parks on New Year's Day.
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This Week's Highest Selling Homes, Dec. 21
A look, in photos, of the highest selling houses in our town and neighboring ones.
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Jackson Joins Mayors Urging Stricter Gun Controls
Hamden Mayor Scott Jackson was one of dozens nationwide to sign a letter to President Obama urging him to support stricter gun laws in the wake of the Newtown shootings.
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Hamden Police Looking for Information on Shooting
Shots rang out last weekend in the parking lot of a local club, and police are searching for those responsible.
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Hamden to Hold Candlelight Vigil Sunday Evening
The town will honor the victims of the Newtown shooting with a candlelight vigil at Town Center Park.
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Elene Catherine D’Orsi Catinazzo, 46
She lit up a room with her special way of engaging people in conversation. She always enjoyed the moment, and her enthusiasm brought smiles to all who knew her.
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Allegedly Unstable Man Barricades Himself From Police
An allegedly emotionally unstable man kept officers at bay for five hours until they forced their way into the house, according to police.
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Hamden to Pause for Moment of Silence
The town will join the state and nation remembering the victims of the Newtown shooting at 9:30 this morning, exactly a week after it happened.
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Hamden Senior Holiday Gift Run a Success
Holiday cheer was on the menu Wednesday at the Hamden Senior Center when Santa made an appearance and handed out gifts.
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Blumenthal Urges Companies to Waive Donation Fees on Victim Funds
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal Thursday wrote to the companies involved in fundraising efforts for the Newtown shooting victims, asking them to waive the processing fees charged on the transactions.
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Blumenthal Urges Companies to Waive Donation Fees on Victim Funds
U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal Thursday wrote to the companies involved in fundraising efforts for the Newtown shooting victims, asking them to waive the processing fees charged on the transactions.
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Urban Archeologist: Casting Call for Icy Part
Greg finds some Hollywood history with a local connection.
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Dispose of Electronics at Hamden Transfer Station
This month is the biannual Bulk Pickup, but don't put out electronics — bring them to the Transfer Station.
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New London Man Files First Legal Challenge Against Connecticut Gun Laws
Scott Ennis, founder of Disabled Americans for Firearms Rights, challenges laws signed into effect by Gov. Dannel Malloy last week.
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Regional Roundup: Hiding from Police Officers? Exposed Feet Can be a Dead Giveaway
Interesting police reports from around the region.
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