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WICC Pet of The Week

Today we are happy to introduce pet of the week Willow, an 18 month old guinea pig who is curious and social. She is bonded with her sister Caramel an together they sing the song of the lettuce lovers at every sound even faintly resembling the opening of the refrigerator door or the crinkle of a salad bag. Guinea pigs can make great pets for people who love to watch cute noses and have something warm to hold but who might not have the time or space for a larger pet like a cat or a rabbit.

To learn more about Willow and Caramel or about how to be the best guardian to a guinea pig, please give the Westport branch a call or visit online at cthumane.org.

Things to Know Wednesday June 2nd

Norwalk schools lift COVID mask mandate for outdoor activities The Hour

Preparing to reopen, Bridgeport’s Downtown Cabaret gets $541,000 pandemic windfall CT Post

YouTube star Daym Drops gets his own Netflix series: ‘Fresh, Fried & Crispy’ CT Post

Fairfield Schools announce next year’s reopening plan CT Post

Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital helping children who are COVID long haulers

Police: Bear sightings reported in northern section of Westport The Hour

Stamford police investigate shooting at Harbor Point restaurant Stamford Advocate

Police: Couple in custody as Middletown boy, 4, found safe after Amber Alert Stamford Advocate

How to combat mosquitoes as state researchers begin seasonal testing WTNH

Neighborhood grocer part of downtown Milford development plan New Haven Register

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Things to Know Tuesday June 1st

Man charged in killing of Yale graduate student due in New Haven court CT Post

Multiple shots fired at state Capitol building WFSB

A year later: The Peter Manfredonia case in CT CT Post

CT’s biggest lottery prize in May was $500K; here’s a list of the big winners CT Post

For the first time in over a year, the US records a daily average of fewer than 20,000 new Covid-19 cases WFSB

Gov. announces formation of CT Hate Crimes Advisory Council WFSB

State senators pass bill that would extend benefits to more workers traumatized by death on the job The Hour

Spend your day with the birds at these CT birdwatching spots The Hour

Celebrate Pride month in Connecticut this year with drag queens, virtual parades, film festivals and more Stamford Advocate

South Frontage Rd. closing down until November due to ongoing Downtown Crossing New Haven project WTNH

Melissa in the Morning: Blaming Covid?

1. Shelton Mayor Mark Lauretti addressed the approved budget and the latest on Fountain Square. He says covid has delayed plans for the square and school issues like bus driver shortages. ((00:10))
2. Are you still stuck in your childhood or can’t move on from a death in the family? Counselor, Julius Dudics, tackles how to let go of the past and live in the present. ((08:26))
3. Watch what you post or clean out your profiles. Social Media Consultant, Krista Carnes, talks about platforms impressions and why future jobs check them. ((15:39))

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Melissa in the Morning: Paid College Athletes

1. After a CT senator proposed the idea to unionize college athletes, Congressman Jim Himes comments on it. He also touched on an infrastructure bill that could mean big news for our train systems. ((00:10))
2. Less than 2 weeks left of the session and there are still questions around zoning, marijuana and a budget. Senator Kevin Kelly commented on all of it. ((08:55))
3. Sgt. Robert Derry with CT State Police forecasts the challenge troopers are up against THIS Memorial Day Weekend. ((20:28))

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Melissa in the Morning: Mail Troubles

1. There’s a small window to have YOUR VOICE HEARD about the 10-year proposed plan for US mail. Senator Richard Blumenthal weighs in on the issues at hand and says the current postmaster is on the way out. ((00:10))

2. Heading back to the workplace in person? Who’s responsible for keeping things clean…? Attorney Bob Mitchell shares what you need to know. ((09:13))

3. Have a relationship with yourself. If that sounds weird, hold on. Stephanie Swantek of BeSafe Project talks about the importance of becoming your own advocate. ((17:16))

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Young Vaccinated People with Heart Conditions

This week, 18 young people in Connecticut entered state hospitals for heart issues. The only common denominator news outlets have highlighted is the fact that all of these patients got the pfizer covid vaccine. Dr. Browne says the vaccine isn’t necessarily causing these heart problems. In fact, he brought light to a huge issue we see every year during this time that NO news outlets really touch on.

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Things to Know Thursday May 27th

More bear sightings prompt another warning from Trumbull police CT Post

More than 2,000 Eversource customers affected by outages Wednesday night CT Post

‘We are open for business.’ Lamont urges return to normal as infection rate drops CT Post

Interest in vaccinations increased after CDC announced new mask guidance WFSB

McDonald’s I-95 service plaza workers strike in Branford and Darien The Hour

Norwalk schools administer more than 700 COVID vaccines, officials say The Hour

Trumbull High swimmer Lauren Walsh to compete in U.S. Olympic team trials in Omaha The Hour

CT can’t find enough lifeguards to staff state parks, echoing a national lifeguard shortage Stamford Advocate

Here are the freebies vaccinated people can get with CT’s ‘Summer on Us’ program Stamford Advocate

Ansonia to host CT’s first-ever paranormal convention ‘Paraconn’ this summer WTNH

Melissa in the Morning: Wire Fraud Charges

1. Rowena White with Mayor Ganim’s office comments on the recent arrest of Sen. Bradley and former Chief Perez checking into prison. ((00:10))
2. Before you panic, there’s NO wind farm coming to Bridgeport but Dan Onofrio explains the plans and opportunities that are coming. ((04:09))
3. Mayor Ben Blake shares his thoughts on the new proposed master plan for the Milford Mall. ((11:47))
4. He says it’s beginning to feel a lot like Memorial Day weekend in Westport. The latest from First Selectman Jim Marpe. ((19:02))

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WICC Pet of The Week

Over the past year, there are fewer and fewer dogs coming in to the shelter. As a result, several of our dog walking volunteers have transitioned to being cat cuddlers, and they give a whole new insight into our feline friends. Today we introducing Mila—a cat so cuddly that the dog loving volunteers are head over heels in love with her. She will come to the door when you enter, curl up in your lap, and accept all the hugs. Mila is five years old and has excellent house manners. She is moderate energy but still likes to have a little play time each day (no surprise here—she likes to chase balls, though she rarely brings them back). Like many dogs, she would prefer to live without another cat in the home, thank you very much. To meet this adorable, green eyed tabby, please apply online by going to cthumane.org and clicking on the adopt tab.