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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. 

You’ll hear weather and traffic on the 6’s from our meteorologist Paul Piorek and our traffic reporter Chris Williams.

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Melissa in the Morning: Pumpkin Carving Guru

Melissa in the Morning: Pumpkin Carving Guru

1. Food Network’s Outrageous Pumpkins found Monroe teacher, Chrissy Scarpati, to compete in season 2. We had her on the show for all the details. ((00:10))2. October is Disability Employment Awareness Month. The Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities gives us a report card on how CT is doing with hiring. ((10:59))3. Marriage consultant, Bob…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Worker Shortages

Melissa in the Morning: Worker Shortages

1. Governor Lamont talked about his executive powers and the vaccine mandates impacting staffing shortages. ((00:10))2. Congressman Jim Himes shared his passion and frustration over covid vaccines and the need for mandates. ((16:06)) IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Cooking with Claud: Brigadeiros

Cooking with Claud: Brigadeiros

Ingredients:– 1 can sweetened condensed milk– 3 tablespoons of nestle cacao– 1 tablespoon of butter Recipe:– Mix ingredients and heat in microwave or over stove– If in microwave, check minute by minute and mix IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Afghanistan Blame

Melissa in the Morning: Afghanistan Blame

1. Senator Blumenthal hopes more clarity comes out from the hearings on Afghanistan. But he also worries how many people are ACTUALLY still stuck overseas. ((00:10))2. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Stephanie Swantek tells us the signs your child could be in a toxic, abusive relationship. ((11:14))3. Zoo Minute: Animal Eats and Diets ((20:30))…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Breakthrough Case Theory

Melissa in the Morning: Breakthrough Case Theory

Dr. Browne talked about breakthrough covid cases and why having covid prior to vaccines could be a good thing in the long run. Also, what does that mean for booster shots? And he touched on hospital workers who won’t get the shot; do they really get the boot? IMAGE CREDIT: iStock / Getty Images PlusContinue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Designated Pot Smoking Spot

Melissa in the Morning: Designated Pot Smoking Spot

1. Milford Mayor Ben Blake says the city found a spot for people to smoke pot. He says it’s one of the worst decisions he’s had to make. ((00:10))2. Westport First Selectman Jim Marpe gives us the latest on the Israeli flag incident during a Staples High School game last week. ((12:35))3. Workout Wednesday: When…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: Don’t Miss Your Appointments

Melissa in the Morning: Don’t Miss Your Appointments

1. Ovarian cancer survivor, Noreen Forde, shared her story and explained why it’s essential to get to your check-up’s. ((00:10))2. Stamford Mayor David Martin wants a one year delay a property revaluations. ((09:02))3. Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti can’t wrap his head around why Derby won’t come to the table over the new senior center. ((22:40))4.…Continue Reading

Melissa in the Morning: TikTok Nonsense

Melissa in the Morning: TikTok Nonsense

Sep 27, 10:09 AM 1. A new TikTok trend is leading students across the country to vandalize their schools. Fairfield was one of the districts targeted. First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick commented on the cases and says it’s under control. ((00:10))2. The Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities issued guidance for covid vaccine mandates for employers.…Continue Reading

Cooking with Claud: Homemade Apple Pie

Cooking with Claud: Homemade Apple Pie

Pie Crust:1. 1 1/4 cup of all purpose flour2. a pinch of salt3. 1/2 cup of butter chilled and diced4. 1/4 cup of ice cold water Filling:1. gala and granny smith apples (12-15)2. 2 teaspoons of cinnamon3. 1 teaspoon of nutmeg4. 3 teaspoons of flour5. butter Bake at 425 degrees for 10 minutes. Then bake…Continue Reading

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