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Connecticut Board Overturns Hundreds of Gun Permit Denials
Nearly two-thirds of those denied gun permits by local police eventually get approved by the state's Board of Firearm Permit Examiners.

Hello! I may be a familiar face to some of you as I've been the local editor for North Branford for almost two years and lived in Branford for the last four years. If you don't know me, I hope to meet you soon!
I moved to North Branford in second grade and my parents still live in the house I grew up in (Hi Mom and Dad!). I graduated from North Branford High School in 1997 where I was involved in the drama club, Peer Advocates, manager of the hockey team and a JV soccer player for three years (athletics obviously weren't my strong suit!).
After high school, I went to Southern Connecticut State University. It took a while to figure out exactly what I wanted to major in, but once I took my first journalism class, I was hooked. I worked at Shore Publishing for seven years, including six as the sports editor.
I've been the local editor for North Branford Patch since March 2011 and in the beginning of 2013, I also took on Branford Patch. Throughout this time, I have enjoyed learning more about the towns, meeting so many wonderful people and seeing how the residents really look out for each other.
I'd love to hear from you with comments, questions, story ideas, and other local happenings so feel free to email me at jenn.mcculloch@patch.com or call me at 203-517-7541.
Nearly two-thirds of those denied gun permits by local police eventually get approved by the state's Board of Firearm Permit Examiners.

Nearly two-thirds of those denied gun permits by local police eventually get approved by the state's Board of Firearm Permit Examiners.
As North Branford High School's Class of 2013 gets ready to don their caps and gowns, some of the top students share the secrets of their success.
Two more were sentenced as part of "Operation Bloodline" with help from the North Branford Police Department.
Though Kaitlyn Robbins looks forward to her future, she will miss her "home away from home" at Branford High School.
The last day of school is finally in sight on Tuesday, June 25 and other events this week in North Branford.
This week in Branford, you can take in jazz on the Green, have dinner and fun with the Community Dining Room, have ice cream for the Branford Compassion Club and more.
Kyle Saroka shares some of the keys to his academic success as North Branford High School's valedictorian.
Your guide to fireworks displays and events around the region.
North Branford Police Chief Canelli on the hiring of a "lateral officer," proper use of 911 and the best part of summer.
North Branford property transactions from March 16 to 29, 2013.
Lillian Brown is looking forward to studying at Vanderbilt University next year!
Acting U.S. Attorney Daly. “Hopefully, this sentence will serve as a warning to others: Drug trafficking will not be ignored and the federal penalties, especially for repeat offenders, are severe."
Your guide to fireworks displays and events around the region.
Michael A. Capasso of North Branford was ticketed for traveling too fast after slamming a 2006 Ford GT into a tree along Route 77.
The following arrest information was supplied by the Branford Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.
A new report says Connecticut ranks number one overall in how it provides for the general well being of its residents.
A new report says Connecticut ranks number one overall in how it provides for the general well being of its residents.
This weekend, celebrate the first day of summer with the Branford fireworks, treasure hunts, trail walks and more!