Melissa in the Morning: “We Will Reopen”

Melissa in the Morning: “We Will Reopen”

The Lake Zoar Beach Club and Family Marina in Monroe is one of the impacted areas rocked by the historic flooding on August 18th. We spoke with the owner, Bob Defeo, to get an update on the property and plans to reopen for the 2025 season. Image Credit: Getty Images

Melissa in the Morning: Anxiety about a New School Year

Melissa in the Morning: Anxiety about a New School Year

National statistics from 2023 show 87% of parents of children under 18 say the back-to-school season causes them stress and anxiety (understood.org) As Connecticut students head back to class this week and next, we got advice on helping our kids cope with anxiety ahead of their new school year. Jake Sussman, founder of Superpower Mentors, pointed out…

Melissa in the Morning: Check-In with DOT

Melissa in the Morning: Check-In with DOT

It’s been one week since historic flooding impacted parts of Connecticut. We got a check-in with DOT Commissioner, Garrett Eucalitto, to see how road closures are going and a timeline on rebuilding work wrapping up. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff

Melissa in the Morning: Juvenile Attacks on Police

Melissa in the Morning: Juvenile Attacks on Police

East Haven Police put out a warning this month following recent juvenile attacks on officers in their department. We asked our law enforcement expert, Garay MacNamara, about combatting juvenile crimes against cops and the role parents play to help stop the divide between youth and local police. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff

Melissa in the Morning: Back To School Crime Prevention

Melissa in the Morning: Back To School Crime Prevention

From traffic patterns changing to stranger danger, we spoke about crime prevention ahead of the new school year. Crime Prevention Expert, Jim Perez, gave advice to families about ways to stay safe and keep their kids safe this school year. Image Credit: Getty Images

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – It’s All In The Details

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – It’s All In The Details

Friday’s “Connecticut Today” with host Paul Pacelli featured a chat with Fairfield/Southport Democratic State Rep. Jennifer Leeper on the current electric utility controversy in the state, and her recent op-ed in the Connecticut Mirror (00:30). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso stopped by with his weekly update, focusing on the just-completed Democratic National Convention…

Melissa in the Morning: Senator Ryan Fazio

Melissa in the Morning: Senator Ryan Fazio

Two hot button topics right now in CT: high electric bills and restrictions on cell phones in public schools. Senator Ryan Fazio representing the 36th District and Ranking Member of the Energy Committee spoke on both topics. Image Credit: Senator Ryan Fazio

Melissa in the Morning: THRIVE Wellness

Melissa in the Morning: THRIVE Wellness

THRIVE is the first of its kind, independent wellness center for all those impacted by cancer located in Trumbull. We learned all about the non-profit and the programs offered to members from Dr. Neal Fischbach, President and Chief Medical Officer at THRIVE. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Are You Kidding Me?

CT Today With Paul Pacelli – Are You Kidding Me?

Thursday’s “Connecticut Today” opened with host Paul Pacelli lamenting the political tone deafness of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago (00:38). University of New Haven associate professor of accounting and taxation Dr. James Mohs joined us to talk about some of the economic issues being brought up in the current White House campaign (14:22). OnlyInBridgeport.com blogger Lennie…

Melissa in the Morning: “Fishing from the Hotel”

Melissa in the Morning: “Fishing from the Hotel”

Doug Grabe, owner of Surfside Hotel, talked about his connection to fishing and Long Island Sound ahead of the annual Greatest Bluefish Tournament on Earth. We also asked if it’s possible for competitors to fish from his Stratford beachfront hotel!