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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Look At Vice President Kamala Harris’s Recent Remarks

On Monday’s edition of “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, Paul had a few thoughts on recent comments from Vice President Kamala Harris regarding some controversial encounters at the U.S.-Mexico border between Haitian migrants and border patrol agents (0:51). Paul also chatted with author Lew Grossman about his new book, “Choose Your Medicine: Freedom of Therapeutic Choice in America” (5:05). Carol Platt Liebau from the Yankee Institute for Public Policy joined the show to chat about Gov. Ned Lamont’s request for a six month extention of his Covid-related emergency powers (18:48).

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Melissa in the Morning: TikTok Nonsense

Sep 27, 10:09 AM

1. A new TikTok trend is leading students across the country to vandalize their schools. Fairfield was one of the districts targeted. First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick commented on the cases and says it’s under control. ((00:10))
2. The Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities issued guidance for covid vaccine mandates for employers. Here’s what you need to know. ((16:36))
3. Eversource gives us an update on money saving programs after the moratorium ended Sept. 15. ((24:46))

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Things to Know: September 27th

CT teacher competes on Food Network pumpkin carving competition CT Post

What happens to unclaimed CT Lottery tickets? CT Post

6 places in Connecticut to try Venezuelan or Colombian arepas CT Post

‘The Conjuring’ house listed for $1.2 million CT Post

Norwalk Boat Show returns for weekend on Long Island Sound The Hour

Norwalk beer garden celebrates grand opening The Hour

Warmer today & a shower/storm Tuesday wtnh

New Haven’s newest Italian restaurant is downtown and offers ‘a modern twist’ NH Register

Soccer fields officially renamed after longtime Guilford coach Bill Wallach NH Register

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Things to Know: September 23rd

5 cute Connecticut towns for a perfect fall day CT Post

Heavy rain, thunderstorms to hit CT, weather service says CT Post

A look behind the scenes at Connecticut’s apple orchards CT Post

The top 10 public high schools in CT for 2022, according to Niche CT Post

You know it’s fall in Connecticut when… CT Post

Owners revise zoning plan for Milford’s Connecticut Post Mall CT Post

FedEx hiring for 1,200 jobs in CT CT Post

CVS Health looks to hire 470 workers in CT, including pharmacists, technicians, nurses CT Post

15 Connecticut-brewed fall beers to check out this season Stamford Advocate

Arts Night Out event planned at local vineyard Stamford Advocate

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WICC Pet of The Week

Meet Rabbit (white Guinea pig) and Eeyore (grey/white). These brothers are 2-months old and were born at the Connecticut Humane Society. They went into foster soon after birth to grow up and get ready for adoption. They are Teddy Guinea pigs which means they have short, coarse fur that requires only a little brushing. They have already become the best of friends so need to go home together. Rabbit and Eeyore are a wonderful choice for just about any family seeking the companionship of small pets. Visit cthumane.org/adopt for more information on how to make these two part of your life.

Things to Know: September 20th

SEEN: Two Roads Brewing Company Ok2berfest 2021 CT Post

Photos: Foo Fighters rock Bridgeport’s amphitheater CT Post

Rebel Dog Coffee Co. provides fuel at new East Hartford location CT Post

These Connecticut towns are banning recreational marijuana sales, use CT Post

10 new Connecticut laws that will take effect Oct. 1 CT Post

CT home designed by ‘Gatsby’ architects sets record for highest waterfront sale in Stamford CT Post

New Britain Superintendent addresses TikTok challenge that encourages destruction of school property WTNH

Norwalk event brings awareness to pancreatic cancer The Hour

Connecticut tourism officials trying to attract leaf peepers Stamford Advocate

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Election Is Over…Move On.

One Friday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, Paul wondered why some people still think the 2020 Election was stolen, despite an overall lack of evidence (0:32). Janelle Chiasera, Dean of the School of Health Sciences at Quinnipiac University, talked about why many young people are refusing to get a Covid-19 vaccine (5:46).

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Cooking with Claud: Homemade Apple Pie

Pie Crust:
1. 1 1/4 cup of all purpose flour
2. a pinch of salt
3. 1/2 cup of butter chilled and diced
4. 1/4 cup of ice cold water

Filling:
1. gala and granny smith apples (12-15)
2. 2 teaspoons of cinnamon
3. 1 teaspoon of nutmeg
4. 3 teaspoons of flour
5. butter

Bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes. Then bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.

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Melissa in the Morning: Trauma Response

1. People dealing with PTSD can use Fairfield County Trauma Response Team. Dawn Roy, one of the therapists, tells us about EMDR and how it helps. ((00:10))
2. Congressman Himes responds to questions about the people still left in Afghanistan. ((15:04))
3. Stamford Mayor David Martin came on after losing the primary and shared his plans for the rest of his term. ((24:08))

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Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: “We Don’t Live in Mayberry”

On Thursday’s edition of “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, Paul wondered – amid an increase in juvenile car thefts – who actually leaves their vehicles unlocked, with the keys inside, in 2021 (0:40)? Shelton GOP State Rep. Jason Perillo on the continuing redistricting process across Connecticut (7:59).

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