My mom got a really simple autumn-themed tea recipe from my older brother. She shared why this is an easy, healthier, feel-good drink for the season!
Melissa in the Morning: Veterans Week
We recorded your shout-outs for a special tribute for our veterans. ((00:00)) This week, we spoke every day with staff members from Homes for the Brave. In order of appearance:Vince Santilli/Chief Executive Officer ((09:33))Stephanie Lynam/Chief Clinical Officer ((21:37))Tito Ortega/Case Manager ((31:12))Ed Bellows/Employment Specialist ((38:49)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus
Melissa in the Morning: Vessels for Vets
We learned about a non-profit based right here in Connecticut helping disabled veterans here and across the country. We talked to the executive director of Work Vessels for Veterans. ((00:00)) We continued our weeklong coverage of resources available to veterans. Today we met Ed Bellows, a certified professional career coach, helping hundreds of veterans find…
Melissa in the Morning: The Homeless Population
In recent news, we’ve heard of homeless populations living under the I-95 bridge in Bridgeport and pop-up tent cities. What is being done for people without housing in the city and is the problem getting worse? Carmen Colon has worked on this issue through the YMCA for 28 years and gave us perspective on the…
Melissa in the Morning: Mental Health Needs for Veterans
We continue our weeklong coverage supporting to local veterans. We spoke with Stephanie Lynam, chief clinical officer at Homes for the Brave. She shared how her one-on-one approach to veterans is effective in diving deeper into mental health needs. ((00:00)) Men aren’t the best at booking their doctor appointments. That’s why this new facility, Tallwood…
Melissa in the Morning: Supporting Veterans
This week, we are covering local resources for vets every morning. We started with Homes for the Brave to learn what the latest statistics show from this past year and veterans using their services. ((00:00)) There’s a part-time program for local high schoolers available during school hours. It’s called RCA and it’s free for your…
Melissa in the Morning: RSV Vaccines on the Horizon
Record numbers of children with RSV are now being seen at Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital and Connecticut Children’s. Meanwhile, Pfizer says it will seek FDA approval this year for its RSV vaccine. The drug company says it has enough promising data on its vaccine that it will end enrollment in its study and submit…
Melissa in the Morning: History Demolished
A Norwalk house built in 1677 was demolished last weekend without a permit. Many are outraged, including Norwalk city officials. We spoke with Chief Building Official, Bill Ireland, about what happened and how it can be avoided moving forward. ((00:00)) Zoo Minute: Prairie dogs and a new habitat in the works! And elections are open…
Melissa in the Morning: Shopping Scams Already
According to one study, nearly half (49%) of TikTokers are buying from brands they see on the social media platform, a stat that’s expected to rise as the holidays approach. The BBB shared tips on how to protect yourselves from scammers on social media. ((00:00)) The American Red Cross Connecticut chapter shared how it helps thousands…
Melissa in the Morning: Twitter Takeover
The world is buzzing that Elon Musk has officially taken over Twitter. But what happens now? Social media consultant, Krista Carnes, weighs in on the conversation and shares why we could see Twitter start over. ((00:00)) Connecticut residents love birds. Tom Andersen with the CT Audubon Society shared a new website with tips to make…