Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Death of Queen Elizabeth II

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: The Death of Queen Elizabeth II

On Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli, we talked about the passing of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II at 96 (0:27 ). University of New Haven History Professor Dr. Bradley Woodworth offered his perspective on the Queen’s legacy (8:53). Journal Inquirer of Manchester columnist Chris Powell stopped by to chat about the recent controversy at a…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Lamont Quid Pro Quo

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: A Lamont Quid Pro Quo

Wednesday’s “Connecticut Today” featured host Paul Pacelli wondering about Gov. Ned Lamont’s latest cross-endorsement for the November election and an apparent “deal” involved (0:28). Sacred Heart University Department of Government Chairman Dr. Gary Rose analyzed an apparent new tone from Bob Stefanowski’s gubernatorial campaign (11:05).  Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Teacher Shortages

Melissa in the Morning: Teacher Shortages

Some districts are in worse shape than others when it comes to teacher shortages. Fran Rabinowitz gave us an update on what’s happening and also touched on the application process for retired teachers returning to the classroom and the standards for hiring processes. ((00:10)) A Connecticut mom used the loss of her daughter to bring…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli:Keep the Crazies Locked Up

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli:Keep the Crazies Locked Up

Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli looked at the kidnapping and alleged murder of Tennessee teacher and mom Eliza Fletcher and wondered why the main suspect in the case – with a violent criminal past – was back on the street (0:25). We also aired remarks from Connecticut Attorney General William Tong on a class…

Melissa in the Morning: Security Guards

Melissa in the Morning: Security Guards

Armed guards at schools is a hot topic for several Connecticut districts. Gary MacNamara with Sacred Heart University is having a lot of the conversations and brought the topic to the morning show. ((00:10)) Working remotely? You may see a pay cut. Career strategist tells us why some companies are making that move and how…

Connecticut Today: What’s Going On With The Republican Party?

Connecticut Today: What’s Going On With The Republican Party?

Joe filled in again for Paul Pacelli on Connecticut Today. To start the show, Joe spoke with real estate agent Britany Goyen about the real estate market in Connecticut right now (0:00). Also Terry Cowgill from the CTNewsJunkie came on to talk about what’s going on with the Republican and if they’re shooting themselves in…

Congrats to the Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth unofficial winner!

Congrats to the Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth unofficial winner!

Congratulations to our unofficial grand prize winner, Robert Andersen! He caught a bluefish weighing in at 15.39 pounds, weighed in at Miller Place Bait & Tackle in Miller Place, NY. Here he is pictured with Thomas Smith who also placed in the Top 20. Image courtesy of Miller Place Bait & Tackle. Check out the…

Melissa in the Morning: Bring Louie Home

Melissa in the Morning: Bring Louie Home

Connecticut communities are rallying around a Shelton resident after his dog got out of the yard and is still missing. We spoke with the dog’s owner, Jason, and an administrator with the non-profit, CT Dog Gone Recovery. ((00:10)) Meet Republican candidate for Senate, Leora Levy. She touched on her campaign and specifically spoke about drug…

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

CT Humane Society Pet of the Week

Meet Mackenzie! She is a 2 year old Scottish fold. Don’t let that grumpy face fool you, she is a Gem and LOVES attention. I am excited to talk about her because is she not only cute and sweet but she is what people would say is a “pure breed” or “designer breed” pet. Often…

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Racist Zoning Rules

Connecticut Today with Paul Pacelli: Racist Zoning Rules

Tuesday’s “Connecticut Today” with Paul Pacelli looked at threatened legal action against the Town of Woodbridge’s zoning regulations and wondered if other New Haven and Fairfield and New Haven County towns are next (0:29). Yankee Institute for Public Policy head Carol Platt Liebau talked about possible cost increases for the state’s natural gas customers thanks…