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Melissa in the Morning is hosted by Melissa Sheketoff who gathers top news headlines locally and nationally to keep WICC listeners in the know, delivering the information that matters most to you.
Every week, enjoy live interviews from state leaders, business owners and local experts. Melissa has recently connected with Governor Ned Lamont, who has agreed to take YOUR questions bi-weekly on the show. Consistently, Melissa also talks to U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, U.S. Congressman Jim Himes, Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim and State Senator Tony Hwang. Local experts include infectious disease expert, Dr. Fred Browne of Griffin Health, Luke Frey from the Better Business Bureau, The Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities and Bridgeport Health Director Lisa Morrissey.
Enjoy original weekly segments like “Community Inspiration,” “Marriage Advice” and “Crime on the Mind.” Community Inspiration highlights Connecticut residents who live normal lives doing extraordinary things. Every week, you can meet people of all ages who are inspiring their community and loved ones through their work, outlook on life, actions and good deeds. Marriage advice is a bi-weekly check-in with relationship consultant, Bob Donovan, who gives tips to a healthy marriage and perspective for couples to think about. Crime on the Mind features Lt. James Perez from the Fairfield Police Department, who travels around the country teaching crime prevention to other police departments. He gives us the top crimes happening right now and tips for the public to stay safe and be proactive.
Plus, traffic every ten minutes and weather from our Chief Meteorologist Paul Piorek.
Recent posts
Melissa in the Morning: Bring on Social Workers
1. What will police departments look like with social workers on board? ((00:10)) 2. Lt. Governor pushing for more census participents. ((07:04)) 3. Fairfield First Selectwoman wants the private illegal fireworks to stop ((14:42)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: More Training
1. CT State Police talk training. ((00:10)) 2. Sen. Blumenthal discusses restraints and training laws. ((07:45)) 3. The BBB gives tips on travel this summer during a pandemic. ((14:07)) 4. The Beardsley Zoo explains enrichment for animals. ((21:01)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Here we go, phase two!
1. The Maritime Aquarium during a pandemic. ((00:10)) 2. Local gyms slowly opening up. ((06:26)) 3. Milford Mayor talks littering and monitoring beaches. ((12:05)) 4. Science You May Not Know: solar eclipse. ((18:24)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: Carbonara
Cooking with Claud: Carbonara INGREDIENTS: 1lb of bacon Chicken strips or breasts (cut up) Linguine or whichever pasta you prefer Minced Garlic 3 Eggs Parmesan cheese Parsley Salt Pepper RECIPE: 1. Cook bacon but before it gets crispy add 3 tablespoons of minced garlic — cook together for 2-3 minutes 2. Remove as much from…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Sun Skeptics
1. Senator Blumenthal worries for covid-19 uptick. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Bob Duff talks special session. ((06:31)) 3. Dr. Browne addresses questions of sun killing covid. ((12:33)) 4. Local gym owner addresses problems with phase two. ((20:29)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Casino Update
1. Mohegan Sun shares what the pandemic looked like and now being reopened. ((00:10)) 2. The Red Cross shares how you prepare for hurricane season during a pandemic. ((13:22)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Covid Anxiety
1. AMR responding to covid-19. ((00:10)) 2. How to talk about the uncomfortable. ((06:03)) 3. Nuvance Health dives into pandemic anxieties. ((14:59)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Trigger Questions
1. Officer DeVito touches on triggers on oral exams for potential officers. ((00:10)) 2. Sentor Hwang explains how legislation can get better for CT police. ((13:44)) 3. How the pandemic impacts people with autism. ((28:01)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus … Continue Reading
Cooking with Claud: Kugel
Kugel: INGREDIENTS: Egg noodles – boil them then set aside ½ lb of cottage cheese ½ lb of cream cheese ¼ lb butter ½ pint of sour cream 6 eggs 2 cups of milk 1/2 cup of sugar 1 teaspoon of vanilla DIRECTIONS: 1. Boil egg noodles until cooked then set aside. 2. Mix together…… Continue Reading
Melissa in the Morning: Covid and Genetics
1. Dr. Browne discusses the link between contracting covid-19 and your genetics. ((00:10)) 2. Senator Blumenthal talks about possible legislation for black rights. ((06:39)) 3. June is dog licensing month…why it matters? ((12:38)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images Plus… Continue Reading