1. After the Shelton stabbing, many parents are struggling to help their kids talk about it. Stephanie Swantek of Bridges Healthcare explains how making sense of this can’t be the goal in speaking to your child.
2. Senator Richard Blumenthal talked about ghost guns and baby formula shortage.
3. The prep is the worst part of a colonoscopoy. But we learned it has gotten a lot easier!
4. Zoo Minute: Elephants, Bears and Squirrels, oh my!
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1. A trucking warehouse is being proposed for Newtown and many people are up in arms about it. We learned about the plan from the editor of the Newtown Bee.
2. What does it mean to be a nurse? We spoke with Jo Ritchie from St. Vincent’s about the role and how to attract people to the job.
3. How livable is your hometown? To help provide a clear picture of how well a community meets the needs of all people regardless of income, physical ability, age or ethnicity, AARP’s Public Policy Institute has launched an updated AARP Livability Index.
4. Science You May Not Know: Plant life with moon soil
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Host Paul Pacelli of “Connecticut Today” pointed out the Washington hypocrisy surrounding the current “White Replacement Theory” narrative (0:34). Heritage Foundation analyst Daren Bakst talked about what’s causing the current U.S. baby formula shortage (10:31). Former Time Magazine reporter Alain Sanders recapped some of Tuesday’s big primaries across the nation (22:03).
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Meet Sammy and his friend Emma! Sammy has black short fur and is very sweet! He is a 8 year old neutered male and his companion Emma is 6 with white fur and has some tiger pattern. Both animals are up to date on vaccines and ready to go home together! When animals come here together we evaluate to see if they are “bonded” and these too sure appeared to be. We had to separate them so Sammy could get his dental, and when they were joined Emma ran out to greet him, rubbing and meowing. It was very sweet it brought tears to some of our staffs eyes! These too are shy but when they make friends they are so fun!
To learn more about Sammy, Emma, and other pets ready for families, visit CThumane.org or give them a call and we would be happy to talk to you about any of pets!
Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” had host Paul Pacelli wondering when law enforcement will become more proactive in rooting out potential killers (0:39). Business consultant Fred McKinney talked about the future of Connecticut’s legal marijuana sales (11:18).
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1. A new article highlights potential contaminants in public water. Jim Roberts, the author of the article, pointed out what homeowners should do to monitor their drinking water. ((00:10))
2. Social media giants are under attacks after the alleged Buffalo shooter carried out his massacre. Krista Carnes shared the complicated nature of the algorithms. ((14:41))
3. We are dealing with a lifeguard shortage in Connecticut. The Lt. Governor gave us the details and briefly touched on abortion rights. ((28:05))
4. Congratulations to Bridgeport’s Teacher of the Year, Chrissy Mccabe! We spoke to her about her career and this honor. ((44:22))
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On “Connecticut Today,” host Paul Pacelli wondered why some obvious warning signs were missed leading up to the deadly mass shooting at a Buffalo, New York grocery store (0:35). Hartford Courant blogger Kevin Rennie talked about some mysterious text messages that may have affected the recent State Republican Party Convention (14:00). University of New Haven national security expert Dr. Howard Stoffer offered his latest thoughts on the Russia-Ukraine conflict (21:18).
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1. Seaquest has been cited again by the USDA. We learned what happened and why animal advocates are still fighting to shut it down in Trumbull and across the country. ((00:10))
2. Crime on the Mind: part one of spam messages on your phone ((13:40))
3. Is Europe making a big shift following the Russian attack in Ukraine? University of New Haven professor, Bradley Woodworth, says yes and shared why it matters to the US. ((27:14))
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University of New Haven Professor John Rosen joined “Connecticut Today” to talk about allegations of price gouging from Congress aimed at big oil companies (0:22). Journal Inquirer of Manchester columnist Chris Powell checked in for his monthly look at Connecticut politics (13:49).
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During the month of May, generous supporters of Bridgeport Rescue is running a “matching challenge”. Grace Community Church and Wilton Kawanis Foundation have partnered with Bridgeport Rescue Mission for the past 10 years by hosting an annual Citrus Sale, selling Clementines, Ruby Red Grapefruit and Cara Cara Naval Oranges. Their support has steadily increased over the past 9 years. This year they will present a check to Bridgeport Rescue Mission for moneys raised in this 10th year. The organizer, Fred Hans Sindell, presented, Ed Morgan, Chairman of the Board, a Match challenge check.
For the month of May, donations will be matched up to $100,000 due to a group of generous donors. Through your donations, Bridgeport Rescue Mission helps our neighbors who are experiencing hunger, homelessness, and addiction recovery programs.
Gifts can be donated by Text BRM725 to 50155, online at www.BridgeportRescueMission.org or send a contribution to PO Box 9057, Bridgeport, CT, 06601. All gifts must be received online or postmarked by May 31 to meet the challenge. For more details on the mission, visit www.BridgeportRescueMission.org or call the mission at 203-333-4087.
Bridgeport Rescue Mission is a Christ-centered 501(c)(3) private organization providing transformational services to men, women, children, families since 1993. The Mission receives no government funding and offers its services to anyone in need regardless of race, religion, lifestyle, or creed. For more information, visit www.BridgeportRescueMission.org