Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli jumped into an upcoming statewide ballot question on early voting (0:36). Connecticut Education Association President Kate Dias joined us to talk about the possibility of remote learning if Covid-19 flares up again (11:47). We also previewed the return of Marine Corps Band concerts to Bridgeport for Columbus Day weekend…
Workplace romances are in the news following the announcement that the Boston Celtics suspended their Head Coach for having a relationship with a female member of the organization. Gary Phelan, who teaches employment law at Quinnipiac University, discussed the issues surrounding workplace romances. ((00:10)) A panel of medical experts are recommending adults 19-65 start getting…
Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli took a look at another political race featuring a “flawed” candidate (0:29). H2M Architects Water/Wastewater Market Director James Roberts talks about a wastewater problem that many Connecticut cities and towns will soon be dealing with (10:48). Image Credit: Getty Images
Good morning! Today I want to talk about King. He is a dapper two year old Guinea Pig. The first thing that I notice when I go into the small animal area is his size! He is longer than all of the other pigs we have here, which makes him a great lap “pig”! He…
More than 1,500 Red Crossers from all 50 states and the District of Columbia are supporting relief efforts in Florida following Hurricane Ian. Some of those volunteers are from Connecticut. We spoke with Red Cross spokesperson, John Godin, for a check on volunteer work and the need for blood donations. ((00:10)) According to the CDC,…
“Connecticut Today” host Paul Pacelli talked about an ongoing controversy connected to a Bridgeport State House primary (0:28) and was joined by Bridgeport City Councilman Marcus Brown on that same disputed primary outcome (9:28). Fifth District GOP House candidate George Logan discussed his race against incumbent Democrat Jahana Hayes (18:36). Image Credit: Getty Images
The CDC is reporting 4 out of 5 pregnancy’s-related deaths are preventable. According to the report, half of those cases happen 7 days to a year after the baby is born. We learned why mental health is a bigger focus and who need to advocate for mom. ((00:10)) Part thriller, part courtroom drama, the novel,…
There is a vaccine for whooping cough available for whooping cough, however only 30% of adults in the U.S. received it in the past 10 years. Dr. Philip Simkovitz is a Pulmonary Disease Specialist with the latest on this issue and how to better protect yourself. ((00:10)) National studies show in all age groups, people…
We knew flu season would come back full force, but is it as bad as it used to be? Dr. Browne says there may be some forgetfulness in remembering what the flu is. Also, we talk about this year’s flu shot and testing for flu. IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
Joe Aguiar rolled out the red carpet today for the Independent Party. From Brooke Cheney talking about gun safety (0:00) to Dr. Chip Beckett, who’s running for Lieutenant Governor on the Independent line (11:35) to Independent candidate for Congress Michelle Bothelo (22:43) and Dan Newmyer, a political strategist who used to represent the Republican Party,…