Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli featured a chat with Hearst Connecticut media author and columnist Dan Haar on a strange story regarding a house and lot in Fairfield (0:28). Paul had some thoughts on the latest legal problems facing former President Donald Trump (11:15), as did Sacred Heart University Professor and Scholar in Residence Dr. Gary Rose (21:53).
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Today’s pet of the week is Franklin!
Franklin is 4 year old female Guinea pig. Her foster says that she is a great gal and they love having her in their home. Franklin came to us when her owner went to college and was not able to take her with them. This happens all the time and we like to remind folks that when you adopt animals that you have to think about the years ahead. Guinea pigs can live up to 8 years and of course cats to 18. Obviously things happen in our lives that we have no control but we want to try to limit them as much as possible!
If you are ready to open up your home to Franklin, she is ready to join you!
Due to work being done in our building most of our animals are in foster so please call ahead so we can set up a meet and greet with you and your family! Visit us at cthumane.org
According to estimates from Feeding America, 1 in 10 Connecticut residents struggle with hunger; more than 83,000 children are food insecure. Chadwick Schroeder is the sustainability manager in Bridgeport. He spoke to us about the health food initiative in the city as well as the paramount work being done at the East End NRZ Market and Café. ((00:00))
Last month, the Connecticut Airport Authority officially said it was backing away from operating the Sikorsky Airport. We talked to BRBC President, Dan Onofrio, about the new developments in offloading the airport costing Bridgeport $500,000 a year! ((15:29))
The American Red Cross Connecticut chapter made its monthly stop on the morning show. John Godin spoke about hurricane season happening now through the end of November and being prepared for anything! Plus, he shared the latest on blood donations. ((28:28))
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Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” started with host Paul Pacelli calling out a pair of state lawmakers for an editorial they co-authored about the “No Labels” movement (0:31). Quinnipiac University Management Prof. Angela Mattie joined us to chat about thousands of layoffs announced by pharmacy giant CVS Health (11:58), while Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio dropped by for her weekly update (23:24).
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Chobani is the latest company to add childcare to its suite of benefits to better support working parents. Will offering childcare benefits help companies attract and retain workers? We asked career strategist, Julie Bauke, about this model of benefits. ((00:00))
At the end of the month, the annual Step Up for Vets event is back for Homes for the Brave. We spoke with executive director, Vince Santilli, about the event and how the organization has expanded since opening in 2002. ((13:23))
Stamford Restaurant Weeks is back August 14th. We got the scoop from organizers. ((22:12))
A big win for the owner of Little Pub in Stratford. Doug Grabe shared the update on an open lot becoming a food truck park in town, ((33:26))
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Monday’s edition of “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured CT News Junkie columnist Terry Cowgill’s thoughts on term limits for members of Congress (0:30). Motor Transport Association of Connecticut President John Blair talked about a growing controversy surrounding a new highway user fee (11:52). Paul also had a few thoughts on former President Trump’s 2024 poll numbers (21:57).
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Lisa Wexler discusses a caller’s question about how a family member can take action when their elderly parent should, but doesn’t want to, give up driving. What are the options available to avoid a dangerous situation? #clearandconvincingevidence #conservatorship
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Earlier this summer, Pfizer warned of a nationwide shortage of penicillin that could last well into 2024. So what does this mean for the millions of Americans who rely on the antibiotic? We spoke with Dr. Listy Thomas is a practicing emergency medicine physician at Hartford Healthcare St. Vincent’s Medical Center. She shares what prompted the shortage and options for patients. ((00:00))
Over the weekend, many recognized World Day Against Trafficking In Persons highlighting the problem of human trafficking, including here in Connecticut. Partnerships to End Human Trafficking is a non-profit organization in Connecticut. The executive director of the organization shared how parents can discuss this problem with kids and whether schools should join in educating the public about it. ((14:25))
Connecticut passed a state law requiring high school students to complete a financial management/literacy course ahead of graduation. It goes in effect starting with the class of 2027. Junior Achievement of Greater Fairfield County is a local non-profit lending a helping hand in this effort. We spoke with them to find out how. ((26:00))
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