Hearing, Balance, & Speech Center Offers Innovative Solutions

by Paul Colella ◊ May 17, 2013

Hearing is a major factor in a person’s quality of life. Some people suffer from hearing loss, Tinnitus, most often described as ringing or buzzing in the ears, dizziness, vertigo, or a persistent imbalance. People can find caring and professional assistance at Hearing, Balance and Speech Center on Dixwell Avenue in Hamden, where a dedicated staff under the supervision of Dr. Natan Bauman offers state-of-the-art testing, diagnostics, and hearing devices.

Dr. Bauman is a leader in the field of hearing healthcare. He received a Master’s degree in electro-acoustics and electronics from Wroclaw Polytechnic Institute in Poland, and both a Master’s degree in Audiology, and Doctoral degree in Audiology, from Columbia University. He is the owner, director, and audiologist at HBSC, and the…

“POWER OF PARENTS” Workshop Presented at HMS

by Staff ◊ May 17, 2013

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) presented their “Power of Parents” workshop at Hamden Middle School during Hamden Youth Advisory Council’s (HYAC) “Positive Choices” Week. The workshop was the culmination of PowerTalk21®, MADD’s annual day which encourages parents to talk to their teens about alcohol.  Hamden parents were provided with resources, tips, and tools for talking with…

Calcagni Real Estate 2013 Food Drive a Big Success

by Staff ◊ May 17, 2013

Calcagni Real Estate, New Haven County’s leading independent real estate brokerage, recently held their annual Spring 2013 Food Drive. Over the last few weeks, the company’s realtors and staff collected over 1,200 pounds of non-perishable food items and delivered the donations to the Keefe Community Center, Cheshire Food Pantry, Southington Bread for Life, and Master’s Manna.

Realtors from…

After-Prom Fund Receives Generous Donation

by Staff ◊ May 17, 2013

As a part of its community support program, Connex Credit Union recently donated $413.96 to the Hamden High School After-Prom. The money for this donation was raised from the fees collected by Connex’s coin-cashing machine in its Hamden Branch. Connex charges a five percent fee to members and a seven percent fee to non-members, and donates the money to caring organizations in the community.

Get Your Lawn Done ASAP

by Shala J. LaTorraca ◊ May 17, 2013

Chris and I met Augie Salvati and Andrew Paggioli for the first time at the Hamden Community & Business Expo in April 2013. They are cousins embarking on a business venture with a passion for creating beautiful landscapes in people’s yards.

We followed them during a yard reno, and here is what we saw. They took into account what the owners requested, took their work to the next level in…

Hamden Holds First Annual Road Race

by Staff ◊ May 17, 2013

For the past two years, Hamden has been honored as one of the 100 Best Communities for Young People by the America’s Promise Alliance and ING.  The award recognizes Hamden for its efforts to engage the entire community in supporting young people—making Hamden an outstanding place for youth to live, learn and grow.  To celebrate this recognition, Hamden announces the first annual Hamden Road…

Hamden Heronettes Combine Strength and Caring with Imagination

by Paul Colella ◊ May 17, 2013

The Heronettes Synchronized Swim Team recently held a used clothing drive at the parking lot of the Hamden High School. The event was an easy drive-in and drop-off for many generous donors who brought clothing, shoes, accessories, hats, scarves, blankets, sheets, towels, curtains, comforters, toys, and stuffed animals in tightly tied plastic garbage bags.

“This is our fourth year hosting this…