Melissa in the Morning: Life Saving Donations

Melissa in the Morning: Life Saving Donations

So many times, listeners will say, “I want to know where my dollars go, or in this case, I want to know who’s receiving the blood I donate.” And a lot of times we don’t have a specific name or story to give you. But today, we had the honor of highlighting a local mom…

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

I want to Introduce you to Dolce! He is such a handsome cat and I know I say this every week but he is the “BEST cat ever”! ( Don’t tell my cat!). He is a 5 year old cat which is a great age, not young and fresh but still young and fun.  He…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: More Traffic Enforcement Cameras?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: More Traffic Enforcement Cameras?

Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” kicked off with host Paul Pacelli detailing a proposal to let cities and towns participate in a state-sponsored pilot program for new traffic enforcement cameras (0:36). Milford/Orange GOP State Rep. Kathy Kennedy joined us to chat about that camera proposal and other proposed “Vision Zero” safety policies (11:51). Heritage Foundation Tech Policy…

Melissa in the Morning: Late Talkers

Melissa in the Morning: Late Talkers

About 15%-25% of young children have some kind of communication disorder. Research has also found that approximately 13 percent of two-year-olds are late talkers. A Sacred Heart University professor just received a grant to do research on language and speech delay for toddlers. ((00:00)) There’s another scam alert and it pertains to your social security benefits. Kristen Johnson…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Questions About Memphis

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Questions About Memphis

Monday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli looked at the Memphis Police beating of Tyre Nichols, who died three days later (0:31). University of New Haven Criminal Justice Professor Mike Lawlor also weighed in on the Nichols case (12:30). We were joined later by Mark Moyar, author of, “Triumph Regained: The Vietnam War, 1965-1968” (24:30).…

Melissa in the Morning: Jimmy McGrath Foundation

Melissa in the Morning: Jimmy McGrath Foundation

Fairfield Prep student, Jimmy McGrath, was killed in May of 2022. Following his passing, the outpouring of love from kids and parents inspired Jimmy’s parents to create a foundation in his honor. Jimmy’s dad, Kevin McGrath, joined us in studio to share the purpose of the foundation. ((00:00)) A Swedish case study looked at the…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Does Metro-North Care?

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Does Metro-North Care?

Friday’s edition of “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli featured transportation and commuter advocate Jim Cameron talking about the state’s latest issues on the roads and rails (0:31). We also welcomed Col. Mark C. Vlahos, author of, “Leading the Way to Victory: A History of the 60th Troop Carrier Group 1940-1945 (11:57). Image Credit: Reuters

Cooking with Claud: White Lasagna

Cooking with Claud: White Lasagna

— Melt 2 tablespoons of butter, 2 tablespoons of flour (whisk together)— On separate burner, put 1.25 cups of milk heated in a pot — then add to mix to milk— Add salt and pepper and half cup of Parmesan cheese to mix— Add a little bit of nutmeg— Boil noodles — Place layer of…

Melissa in the Morning: New Year, New Rules

Melissa in the Morning: New Year, New Rules

Many pieces of legislation went into effect in 2023. So, we spoke with key players behind these laws. Department of Consumer Protection Commissioner Michelle Seagull — Marijuana Retail Sales ((00:00)) State Rep. Jonathan Steinberg — Lead Poisoning Standards ((16:14)) State Rep. Dorinda Borer — Healthcare Coverage for Breast and Ovarian Cancer Patients. ((28:44)) Comptroller Sean…

Melissa in the Morning: Classified Documents

Melissa in the Morning: Classified Documents

At least three presidents. A vice president, a secretary of state, an attorney general. The mishandling of classified documents has taken center stage for the news. We had Congressman Jim Himes weigh in on the issue and also speak on the outrageous lies from Rep. George Santos. ((00:00)) Last week, we shared a phone app…