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  • Hamden, CT

Email

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.

Posting Activity

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After 60 Years, Saying Thanks

The Korean War ended six decades ago, and on Dec. 8 those who fought the war will be honored.

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What's Open, What's Closed on Thanksgiving/Black Friday

Thursday is a federal and state holiday as Hamden residents celebrate Thanksgiving and Friday has some odd closures as well, though stores will be jam packed. Take a look at what's open and closed on Nov. 28 - 29.

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Thanksgiving Safety Tips to Prevent Kitchen and House Fires

Guests should know your escape plan in case of fire. Be sure your smoke alarms are working and that a fire extinguisher is close to the stove before the cooks converge on your Thanksgiving gathering.

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Fantastic Thanksgiving Sides

A cheesy potato casserole and delicious cranberry sauce are sure to light up your Thanksgiving dinner table.

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"The Knockout Game" at Hamden High?

The nationwide trend may be hitting too close to home: 15-year-old Hamden teen is facing assault charges after he punched another Hamden High School student, telling police it was "a game he and his friends play."

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"The Knockout Game" at Hamden High?

A 15-year-old is facing assault charges after he punched another student, telling police it was "a game he and his friends play."

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Who's Hiring in Hamden

A look at some of the job listings from the past week in and around the Hamden area.

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