Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli welcomed “Only in Bridgeport” blogger Lennie Grimaldi with his update on the Bridgeport Democratic Mayoral Primary field (0:25). Paul also had a few thoughts on some controversy surrounding the state’s legal marijuana industry and so-called “equity applicants” (13:24).
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Al Jardine, guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, best known for being one of the founding members of the California-based group The Beach Boys. joins Lisa Wexler ahead of his latest appearance in CT, 8/26/23 at THE RIDGEFIELD PLAYHOUSE. Show starts at 8p.
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There have now been two confirmed deaths in Connecticut and another in New York linked to Vibrio bacteria in the water. Vibrio has not been detected in Connecticut waters or from raw shellfish consumed by residents, but we’re seeing an uptick in cases. Dr. Browne explains why the warmer waters play a huge role in that. We also talked about the incredibly rare brain-eating amoeba and West-Nile virus detected in CT mosquitoes.
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We had an exclusive interview with one of the ten volunteers from our local Red Cross chapter directly helping wildfire victims in Hawaii. Lori Merker-Chapman has been a volunteer with the Red Cross in Connecticut for six years and this is the first time she’s had this role as a virtual volunteer connecting families around the globe with loved ones in Hawaii. ((00:00))
After years of fighting to shut them down, The PETA Foundation is celebrating the permanent closure of SeaQuest in the Trumbull Mall. It’s set to close the only Connecticut location August 20th. Michelle Sinnott has been on the morning show the last four years talking about the issues they’ve seen with the aquarium chain. She came back on just hours after the news broke in Trumbull. ((10:16))
Senator Richard Blumenthal stopped by to discuss the latest on abortion pill regulation, a push to ban flavored vaping products, health concerns surrounding easy access to Ozempic and what can be done about SeaQuest staying in business across the US despite leaving CT. ((21:24))
This week’s pet of the week is Loretta! Her photo is attached within this email.
Loretta is a five-year-old spayed female. Loretta is described by staff as friendly and sweet.
~ I can live in any size home, including apartments.
~ I am calm but have my moments of energy and need to get exercise every day.
~ I have not had much experience with children but am willing to consider sharing my home with kids who can be gentle and respectful of pets.
~ I would like to live with a dog but I have not had much experience with cats. I may be willing to share my home with a feline.
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 https://cthumane.org
Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli looked at the continued wave of crime committed by repeat offenders in the state (0:17). Paul also welcomed Hearst Connecticut editor and columnist Dan Haar for his weekly update (13:19).
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Photographer Walter Schuppe joins Lisa Wexler to talk about his project, Faces of Freedom, that expresses gratitude and honor to the sacrifices and service of US Military veterans and their families through photographs and oral recordings. https://www.facesoffreedom.us/
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For more than 100 years, this historic Palace Theater building in Waterbury has quite the story. And next year makes 20 years since the theater reopened to the public after shuttering decades ago. CEO Frank Tavera shared his story of bringing this old gem back to life and what it is offering for the upcoming 2023-24 season. ((00:00))
Bridgeport was one of eight municipalities that just received grant money to recreate the post office square. We got the details from city officials about the project and a timeline of when we can start to see some major changes to the space. ((13:12))
The Connecticut Hurricanes has a great opportunity for students 12 years and older to strike up the band. Find out about the group and the upcoming clinic to get in on this month. ((24:10))
Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli featured Paul’s thoughts on the latest criminal indictment facing former President Donald Trump (0:25). Quinnipiac University Adjunct Law Prof. John Pavia also offered his take on the latest Trump indictment (13:58). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Portfolio dropped by with her weekly update (25:20).
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Dr. Jennifer McMahon, Clinician at Yale Medicine & Asst. Professor at Yale School of Medicine, joins Lisa Wexler to explain why the new FDA approved postpartum depression pill is a game changer.
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