Ben Lasman, Patch Staff
- North Haven, CT
Email: benjaminl@patch.com
Phone: 203-610-5156
Hometown: Essex, MA
Birthday: 12/4
Ben Lasman is a recent graduate of Yale University, where he graduated cum laude with a bachelor's degree in English. He has written for the New York Press, BOMB Magazine, and CMJ, and edited two campus news publications while a student. In addition to his journalism work, Ben is also an avid writer of fiction, and has received numerous awards for his short stories. His hobbies include playing and listening to music, good books, NPR and watching cooking shows. He lives with his girlfriend in New Haven, CT.
Politics: I am not registered with a specific party, but I lean to the left on both social and economic issues.
Religion: I am non-religious.
Local Hot-Button Issues: The economy, specifically bringing jobs and businesses to North Haven; infrastructure, encompassing North Haven's substantial number of bridges and roadways; Health and the
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DeLauro Makes the Grade With Teach For America
Congresswoman presented with organization’s “Champion Award” for her leadership in providing educational opportunities to underserved schools.
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Board of Education Budget Approved, But Funding Concerns Persist
The Board of Education voted unanimously to approve a 1% increase in this year's budget, but some worried funding might be low-balled.
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Patch Picks: Valentine's Edition
Seduce your sweetheart with these local picks for Valentine's Day.
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Fasano Voices Support for Controversial Group Housing Bill
Bill before the General Assembly would require public hearings before group homes could be established in CT towns.
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Parents' Q&A: Snow Days, Make-Up Days, and Vacation
How have the cancellations and recent announcement of make-up days affected your family?
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North Haven Improves in AP Test Results
Percentage of students scoring a 3, 4, or 5 on Advanced Placement tests jumps 8.1%.
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Finance Workshops for February Begin Saturday
Board of Education, IT, and Fire Department workshops scheduled for February 12.
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Panel Designed to Inspire Positive Cultural Change
“Shed / a Living Principles Happening” is an event that will focus on culture, happiness, consumerism, design and the future of our planet.
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Letter from the Editor: Exciting Development for Patch
AOL to acquire Huffington Post; Arianna Huffington appointed President and Editor-in-Chief of The Huffington Post Media Group, which will integrate all Huffington Post and AOL content, including Patch.
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Letter from the Editor: Exciting Development for Patch
AOL to acquire Huffington Post; Arianna Huffington appointed President and Editor-in-Chief of The Huffington Post Media Group, which will integrate all Huffington Post and AOL content, including Patch.
North Haven|News|
February Property Tax Refunds Issued
The following property tax refunds were announced at the 2/3/11 Board of Selectmen meeting.
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What Winter Damage is Covered by Your Insurance?
Has your car or home sustained damage during the winter weather? Here are some pointers you should know.
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Super Bowl Snacks
What's the most stressful part of the Super Bowl? What to eat, of course. North Haven Patch breaks down the top snacks—and where to get them—in your area.
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Yale and UConn Report Stem Cell Breakthrough
State funding for research crucial in discovery.