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Republican State House Leader Vincent Candelora runs down the Republican budget proposal and discusses what he expects out of the rest of the budget proposal in the next month.

Literally the Book on New Haven Style Pizza! Colin M. Caplan, Founder, Tour Guide & Pizza Guru, Tase of New Haven and Author of Pizza in New Haven. Matt Sirois and Joey talk to him about What is New Haven Style Pizza? How far does New Haven pizza stretch across the country.

Democratic State Senator John Fonfara of Hartford discusses his four-pronged approach to lowering electric bills in Connecticut.

Dan Suzio, co-Chair of the Meriden Daffodil. The Daffodil festival is Meriden's largest and most colorful community event, held during the peak season for daffodils to bloom. With food, crafts, music, fireworks, amusements and a spectacular parade, the Meriden Daffodil Festival is a springtime funfest for all! Festival weekend is May 3rd and 4th. More info at https://www.daffodilfest.com/

Rachel Lenda, Director of Tourism, State of Connecticut talks about Connecticut giving travelers new reasons to make it their next summer escape—new hotels, reimagined attractions with new offerings and exhibits, culinary experiences, can't miss events and more. This is Part 2 of 2

Rachel Lenda, Director of Tourism, State of Connecticut talks about some of the great events coming up in the small but mighty state of CT. Along with the Pizza trail voting, Voting ends May 1. This is Part 1 of 2

Rachel Mirsky, Supervisory Attorney at Disability Rights Connecticut, details their concerns with the death of an inmate suffering from ALS and Opiate Withdrawal within 24 hours of arriving at the Bridgeport Correction Center.

Mathew Bradley of CT Food Truck Festivals and Things To Do In Connecticut gives us a taste, pun intended, about some of the events to come. Along with a big change to one of the areas newest and largest festival this year. It's a big dill.

Scott Hamilton, Retired American figure skater talks with Brian Shactman about an event being held at the International Skating Center of CT in Simsbury. The Sk8 to Elimin8 Cancer Ice Show will be Saturday, May 3, 2025

Democratic State Representative Jonathan Steinberg of Westport delivers the Democratic point of view on how to address the states energy and electricity challenges.--

Tad Huey, Owner of Puzzle Theory escape rooms talks about their location in Middletown and the new theme room opening this weekend. Also, Jesse Nasta, PhD, Executive Director Middlesex County Historical Society talks about the history of how Middletown started and exhibits at the historical society.

Kristie Gonsalves, Producer of the Connecticut Fishing & Outdoor Show at Mohegan Sun and President of North East Expos, Inc. “Fishing is the highlight of this annual three-day family event that showcases a wide variety of outdoor activities including freshwater and saltwater fishing, hunting, kayaking, rafting, paddle boards, hunting dog training, safaris, turkey-calling, and more. The popular Kids Fun Zone is twice the size of last year, with hands-on activities for toddlers through teens where they can discover the wonder and beauty of the outdoors.” 2025 CT FISHING & OUTDOOR SHOW” AT MOHEGAN SUN: FRIDAY, MARCH 21 THRU SUNDAY, MARCH 23 Rhode Island, Cape, Eastern CT Speakers & Exhibitors & Larger “Kids Fun Zone” Too!

Republican State Senator Ryan Fazio of Greenwich delivers an update on energy policy discussions in the ongoing 2025 legislative session.

At Home In CT 3-9-25 full Rob Lamothe of Lamothe's Sugar house talks how him and his brother Lenny started the business and continue to innovate and educate while keeping the traditions of old time Maple Syrup producing. They also do tours of the facility. More information can be 826 Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:49:25 +0000 RbmkaoANr5n4JvmIVdLgKctOG3xq2xwD news WTIC Public Affairs news At Home In CT 3-9-25 Produced by WTIC News 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amper

Doctor Tobias Wasser, chair of psychiatry at the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University and at Hartford HealthCare St. Vincent's Medical Center Behavioral Health, discusses mental health difficulties concerning daylight saving time.

Part 2 of my interview with Alexandra Cojocaru, Mystic Aquarium Animal Rescue Technician on how people can help protect wildlife and what it is like working as an animal rescue technician with Mystis Aquarium.

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Republican State Senator Tony Hwang of Fairfield runs down a number of issues, including drunk driving and road rage, that the Transportation Committee is considering in the 2025 Legislative Session.

Alexandra Cojocaru, Animal Rescue Technician at Mystic Aquarium talks about the grey seal who was doing a bit of sight sea-ing along the Connecticut coast line.

We get a closer look at the new role of the Connecticut Student Loan Ombudsperson Michelle Jarvis-Letterman.

Can't wait until Spring? The sights and scents of that season will be on full display at the “43rd Connecticut Flower & Garden Show” starting Thursday, February 20 through Sunday, February 23, 2025, at the Connecticut Convention Center, 100 Columbus Blvd. in Hartford, Conn. 2025 Dates/Hours: Thursday, Feb. 20 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday, Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 22 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Sunday, Feb. 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Discounted admission tickets can be purchased now at www.CTFlowerShow.com

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YardGoats Baseball is on its way and Tim Restall talks about what we can expect this season at the ballpark.

Dr. Tami Christopher, Executive Director New Britain Youth Museum Hungerford Nature Center. Talks about tot upcoming events and outlook for other season activities and education

Rich Hanley, Part-Time Faculty. Professor Emeritus at Quinnipiac University. Also Director of The Jump, a documentary highlighting ski jumping tradition in Salisbury CT and what a small town did to save their beloved ski jump. Also for the second half of todays show, an interview with Willie Hallihan, one of many Directors with the Salisbury Winter Sports Association (SWSA) talks about this years Jump Fest, Jan 31 – Feb 2

Operation Fuel is beginning its Winter Energy Assistance Program on Monday, January 27, 2025. CEO Perkin Simpson explains the latest in their fight to help Connecticut residents in receiving energy/utility assistance.

State Representative Eleni Kavros-DeGraw (D-Avon) discusses ways the State Legislature is considering cutting down on the growing homeless rate in Connecticut.

in this weeks part 2 of 2 Matt Fleury, President & Chief Executive Office of The Connecticut Science Center talks about some of the new exhibits soon to be arriving at the Science Center and how they are being used to help with STEM education. Along with allowing visitors to open up their imagination to new ideas.

As the 2025 Connecticut Legislative Session begins, Republican State Senator Ryan Fazio of Greenwich goes into detail about the challenges of energy supply and demand in Connecticut and how the state's Energy and Technology Committee is starting to address resident's concerns.

in this weeks part 1 of 2 Matt Fleury, President & Chief Executive Office of The Connecticut Science Center talks about how important STEM Education is and how the Science Center is looking to get youth interested in jobs and careers that exist right here in CT.

Eastern Connecticut State University History Professor Thomas Balcerski looks back on the life and legacy of Former President Jimmy Carter, who was not a stranger to Connecticut.

Sean Hayes, Powder Ridge President and CEO talks about the winter season being off to a great start with snow making and cold temperatures. If its skiing or tubing down the mountain or just enjoying a meal with a great view Powder ridge does it all and if you need lessons they can help with that also. www.PowderRidgePark.com for more information

Mike McGarry updates on on any new changes for First Night Hartford and the schedule of activities

David Obedzinski, the President of the Community Foundation of Greater New Britain, explains how the group serves area charities and community needs.

We are getting close to the end of the Light on Rosewood Rob and Lori Osenkowski, the couple behind the display give an update on how the season is going with collections for Madison "Birdie" Barbieri. more information can be found on their Facebook Page. https://www.facebook.com/p/Lights-On-Rosewood-100064698458509/

Connecticut State Senator James Maroney (D-Milford) goes into detail about plans to discuss AI-related legislation in the 2025 State Legislative Session.

Emily Clark, Marketing Coordinator and Tammi Flynn, Director of Communications & Brand Strategy for the Florence Griswold Museum talk about the Holiday Season at the Museum.

Quinnipiac University Political Science Professor Jonathan Pelto remembers Former Connecticut Governor M. Jodi Rell, who passed away recently at the age of 78. Both Pelto and Rell served together on in the State Legislature in the 1980s and 1990s.

Light on Rosewood Rob and Lori Osenkowski, the couple behind the display return this season with another great community cause collecting donations for Madison "Birdie" Barbieri. more information can be found on their Facebook Page. https://www.facebook.com/p/Lights-On-Rosewood-100064698458509/

Larry Smotroff Board Member at Flanders Nature Center & Land Trust; Vice President & Grants Committee Chair

Connecticut Foodshare President and CEO Jason Jakubowski goes over the non-profit's efforts to prepare at least 50,000 Thanksgiving meals to those in need.