Best Melissa Boyd Podcasts (2024)

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Read Between The Lines 30:22

5h ago30:22

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Host Paul Pacelli opened Friday's edition of "Connecticut Today" pointing out the political language that now coming out of Washington regarding the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza (00:32). Fairfield GOP State Sen. Tony Hwang talked about a recent spike in auto theft in Connecticut (13:17). Former Bridgeport State Rep. Chris Caruso dropped by with…

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Melissa in the Morning: Shimming Scams 12:15

15h ago12:15

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Credit cards with chips make it harder for scammers to steal your payment information, so con artists quickly adapted and created a technique called "shimming." Kristen Johnson of the Better Business Bureau defines how shim scams work and ways to protect yourselves from being duped. Image Credit: Getty Images…

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Melissa in the Morning: Drilling in Milford? 15:32

13h ago15:32

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Imagine traveling from New York to Boston in around 100 minutes. Legal representative for Save the Sound, Roger Reynolds, discussed the possibility of a high-speed train which apparently includes digging a 16-mile tunnel and how this would affect the sound. Image Credit: Getty ImagesBy WICC

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Melissa in the Morning: Milford Check-In 14:35

13h ago14:35

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Mayor Tony G. came on to give us all the latest news out of Milford. We discussed the future of the Connecticut Post Mall, his proposal to the Planning and Zoning Committee to regulate the number of smoke shops, and the new ordinance regarding street takeovers. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa SheketoffBy WICC

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Melissa in the Morning: 6 Shops -- One Town -- ONE WEEK! 12:41

1h ago12:41

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This week, hundreds of potentially illegal cannabis products were confiscated from six stores in Waterbury, CT. We talked about the latest raids and what to do to protect your kids from these dangerous, illegal snacks. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff / Attorney General William TongBy WICC

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Think Before You Speak 34:39

4h ago34:39

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Host Paul Pacelli opened Thursday's "Connecticut Today" wondering why many politicians continue to say things that they probably shouldn't say during high-profile media appearances (00:32). Connecticut Inside Investigator reporter Marc Fitch joined us to detail a recent executive order from Gov. Ned Lamont on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in stat…

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Melissa In The Morning: Thank You! 4:24

10h ago4:24

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Over the last couple months, Melissa took Melissa In The Morning on the road to talk with everyone from the people who run the cities and towns, to the mover and shakers of those communities to you the listeners. We wrapped up the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour with Melissa's son Chase as well as some thank yous for the diners…

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Melissa In The Morning: Keeping The Valley Informed 8:29

12h ago8:29

8:29

Melissa Welcomed Friend of the Show, State Representative Kara Rochelle to the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to keep Ansonia and Derby abreast of everything going on. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: The Inner Workings Of Ansonia's Government 11:15

12h ago11:15

11:15

Ansonia's Economic Developmen Director Sheila O'Malley and City Attorney John Marini stopped by the Valley Diner, home of the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour for today to talk about Ansonia Copper and Brass, as well as talk about some events coming up. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Derby Historical Society 12:41

13h ago12:41

12:41

After a fan favorite segment on the Sterling Opera House back in May, there was absolutely no way we weren't going to invite Kellie Santiago, the executive director of The Derby Historical Society, to the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour. She spoke about a book that's about to be released, as well as some interesting facts about…

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Melissa In The Morning: Team INC 9:38

13h ago9:38

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A lot of businesses in Connecticut do so much charity work, but there's not many that have reached the level that Team INC has. Melissa welcomed Lillian McKenzie, their Development and Communications Manager, to the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to talk about all the work they've done and are doing. Image Credit: Dee Ortiz…

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Melissa In The Morning: Ansonia Senior Center 9:45

13h ago9:45

9:45

Christine Sonsini, the Director of the Ansonia Senior Center took the trip the Valley Diner in Derby for the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour. She spoke about the seniors she's helping and some of the stories that came out, even during the pandmic. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Derby Mayor 8:35

13h ago8:35

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Melissa welcomed to Derby Mayor Joe DiMartino to the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour. Joe talked about how he's improved the city and what's in the works. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Arts In The Valley 17:55

14h ago17:55

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Melissa In The Morning Always Loves To Feature The Arts, That's Why When The Opportunity To Feature The Valley Arts Council And E Street Gallery On The Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour Presented Itself, We Jump On The Opportunity To Feature Them. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Mayor Cassetti 14:04

14h ago14:04

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Ansonia Mayor David Cassetti made an appearance on the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour. He spoke about the state of the city and what's on the horizon. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Derby Fire Commissioner 19:08

15h ago19:08

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The Derby Fire Commissioner Gary Parker stopped by the Valley Diner in Derby for the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour. Gary talked to Melissa about the latest with Derby's fire department as well as a National Story about OSHA. Image Credit: Laura Fiest-RocheBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Meet Pete! 15:40

15h ago15:40

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Melissa kicked off the final stop on the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour with the owner of the Valley Diner in Derby, Pete. He talked about the history of the diner as well as the community and famous people who have come to it. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - How Could They Not Have Known? 38:07

7h ago38:07

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"Connecticut Today" host Paul Pacelli opening his midweek show wondering how so many Democratic leaders could be so surprised at the rumored health issues confronting President Joe Biden (00:32). We also welcomed U.S. Army Colonel (Ret.) John Mills, author of, "War Against the Deep State" (13:47). Hearst Connecticut Media columnist and senior edito…

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Melissa in the Morning: Growing Bear Populations in CT 21:04

2h ago21:04

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A black bear was euthanized after it attacked a Chesire woman sitting in her backyard. It’s the most recent story of bear troubles in our state prompting a check-in with lawmakers. Senator Steve Harding outlined legislation that has passed in recent years to address the problem, but also explained why bear hunts need to be legal in Connecticut to r…

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Melissa in the Morning: Zelle Fraud 11:46

2h ago11:46

11:46

Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are looking into peer-to-peer payment system Zelle and the growing number of scams on the platform. The Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations heard testimony Tuesday from the CEO of Early Warning Services, the company that runs the Zelle network. There was also testimony from executives with Bank of America, JPMo…

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Fixing The Secret Service 21:00

3d ago21:00

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Tuesday's "Connecticut Today" with host Paul Pacelli featured a return visit from University of New Haven criminal justice lecturer and former Supervisory Secret Service Agent Bobby McDonald on the resignation of Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle after her testimony to members of Congress on Monday (00:28). Yankee Institute blogger Meghan Po…

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Melissa in the Morning: Closing a Chapter at the Zoo 16:17

2h ago16:17

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After more than 45 years at the Beardsley Zoo, Gregg Dancho is retiring. We had the opportunity to take a look back at the work he’s done at Connecticut’s only zoo, our state capitol and even in Washington DC to promote conservation. We also got a preview of the new CEO for the zoo, Dr. Jim Wharton. IMAGE CREDIT: Melissa Sheketoff…

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Melissa in the Morning: Bridgeport Students Take Flight 28:52

2h ago28:52

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Bridgeport made history!! It became the location for the first inner-city school in the US to offer the Tango Program and send students in the air in an aircraft THEY BUILT! We spoke with T (11:50), one of the Bassick High School students in the program, as well as her mentor, David (0:00), about the experience flying and the impact of being part o…

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Social Media Growth Hacks w/ Katie Wight 40:19

7h ago40:19

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Social media is an essential part of a coaching business. You may not have known this when you got started in the industry but if you’ve been around for any amount of time, you certainly know now. It has given us the amazing opportunity to reach our exact audience, anywhere in the world, with a single post. There are countless positives when it com…

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - November Election: Take Two 32:16

10h ago32:16

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Host Paul Pacelli started a brand-new week on "Connecticut Today" discussing the much-anticipated departure of President Joe Biden from the November White House race (00:28). We got further analysis on the race's reset from Sacred Heart University Political Science Professor and Scholar in Residence Dr. Gary Rose (11:34). University of New Haven Pr…

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Melissa in the Morning: The Dark Web vs. The Deep Web 16:34

27m ago16:34

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Did you know the deep web and the dark web are two different things? We got a definition of the two and how to protect ourselves from going down the rabbit hole of deception from Crime Prevention Expert, Jim Perez. Image Credit: Getty ImagesBy WICC

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Melissa in the Morning: The Ultimate Software Update Fail 14:55

1h ago14:55

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Last week, a software update for Microsoft cloud services completely failed grounding planes, blocking news stations from broadcasting, preventing banks from accessing vital systems and more across the globe! Days later, there are still lingering problems. How do we avoid this in future? We spoke with our cybersecurity expert, Dr. Vahid Behzadan. I…

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Melissa in the Morning: Connecticut Insurance Commissioner 14:50

1h ago14:50

14:50

We met Andrew Mais, President of the National Association of Insurance Commissioners and Connecticut’s Insurance Commissioner. We talked about his role in the state and asked about expensive health insurance plans. Will the prices ever drop, and will more carriers enter the marketplace? Image Credit: Getty Images…

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Melissa in the Morning: President Biden Drops Out 19:18

1h ago19:18

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President Biden joins a short list of US presidents who opted not to run for reelection. This will be the first election since 1976 that there will not be a Bush, Clinton or Biden included on the ticket. We got reaction from Connecticut Congressman Jim Himes and asked if he would back Kamala Harris as the new Democratic nomination. Image Credit: Re…

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The Mike Cerulli Show - July 20, 2024 2:17:45

3d ago2:17:45

2:17:45

After the attempted assassination of Donald Trump and the Republican National Convention, Mike Cerulli spoke about the week that was with State Representative Vincent Candelora and State Senator Rob Sampson (0:00), State Representatives Tom O'Dea and David Rutigliano (46:28) and RNC delegate Patrick Burland (1:31:47).…

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - Stop Living In A Fantasy Land 27:43

4h ago27:43

27:43

Host Paul Pacelli wrapped up another busy week on "Connecticut Today" with a few thoughts on former President Donald Trump's GOP Convention acceptance speech the previous evening (00:27). Former Bridgeport Democratic State Rep. Chris Caruso talked about a key endorsement he just made for an upcoming State Senate primary in the 22nd District, encomp…

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Melissa in the Morning: Lithium-Ion Battery Fires 16:38

13h ago16:38

16:38

It’s not just your cell phone; lithium-ion batteries are used in basically any item you plug in to charge. From power tools and gardening tools to electronics and vehicles, these dangerous batteries are used for convenience. Unfortunately, there still isn’t a way to put a lithium-ion battery fire out or a way to prevent those fires from happening. …

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Melissa in the Morning: Summer Reading 18:37

13h ago18:37

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According to state data from the 2022-23 school year, 54% of Connecticut’s total grade 3 level was not achieving on grade level on the Smarter Balance Assessment. Dr. Melissa Hickey, the state literacy director, explains the impact of reading to your kids as early as birth and how to better expose your kids to reading. Image Credit: Getty Images…

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Melissa in the Morning: Street Takeovers 20:21

13h ago20:21

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Reckless driving, drifting, and car stunts: what if you were stuck in a street takeover? Street takeovers are dangerous; blocking emergency vehicles, terrorizing residents and damaging property, but the police cannot punish those accountable. Senator Paul Cicarella, who represents the 34th district, discussed the bills never taken up for a vote to …

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Melissa in the Morning: Bassick Students take Flight 16:39

13h ago16:39

16:39

A group of students from Bassick High School in Bridgeport are about to see three years of work take to the skies. Students in the Tango program built a two-seater plane and are set to ride in it next week! Aaron Hollander, the founder and CEO of First Aviation Services, explained the program and the need for mentors to inspire more students to get…

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CT Today With Paul Pacelli - More Pressure On The President? 32:44

5h ago32:44

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Host Paul Pacelli started Thursday's "Connecticut Today" with breaking news regarding growing pressure on President Joe Biden to drop out of the November White House Race (00:28). Connecticut State Republican Party Chairman Ben Proto spoke with us live from the GOP Convention in Milwaukee (13:50), while "Only In Bridgeport" blogger Lennie Grimaldi …

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Melissa In The Morning: Let's All Go To The Theatre 4:23

13h ago4:23

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Melissa welcomed Matt from the Sacred Heart Community Theatre to the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to wrap up today's program and talk about what's coming to SHU. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Spilling The Tea 11:00

1h ago11:00

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Who doesn't love a nice cup of tea? Cindi Bigelow of Bigelow tea stopped by the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to talk about their tea, their future and their work in the community. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Lee Ganim 9:28

1h ago9:28

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Hi, I'm Lee Ganim, That Garden Guy, of Ganim's Garden Center and Florist in Fairfield and I stopped by the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour! Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Fairfield Mom's 4:30

1h ago4:30

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The Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour featured the Fairfield Mom's Blog to talk about starting the blog up and the success they've had. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Fairfield Museum And History Center 7:16

2h ago7:16

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Walt Matis, the Program Coordinator at Fairfield Museum and History Center, stopped by the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning to talk abobut what's going with center. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: First Selectman Bill Gerber 12:26

1h ago12:26

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Fairfield First Selectman Bill Gerber had a lot to share on the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour live at the Andros Diner. What did he have to talk about? Find Out! Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Fairfield Firefighters Charitable Foundation 8:13

10d ago8:13

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Lt. Bob Smith, firefighter and the Preisdent of the Fairfield Firefighters Charitable Foundation joined the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour stopped by to talk about what we can do to help his non-profit as well as the one thing that everyone was inquiring about....The Santa Express! For more on the FFCF, check out this link: ht…

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Melissa In The Morning: Meet The Owner 8:59

1h ago8:59

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We wouldn't be at the Andros Diner in Fairfield if not for their owner, Leo. He graciously allowed the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to make a stop at his diner and he even sat down for an interview. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Get Millerized 7:44

1h ago7:44

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Paul Miller of Miller Nissan spoke to Melissa during the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour about cars as well as the data breach that effected multiple companies. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Schools Days 8:52

2h ago8:52

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Superintender Michael Testani stopped by the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa in the Morning Diner Tour to talk about Fairfield's schools, teachers and everything going on from kindergarten to senior year in high school. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Fairfield Fire Chief 12:08

2h ago12:08

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What's up with the Fairfield Fire Department? Find out with Fire Chief Dennis McCarthy on the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour! Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Hey Ray's Here! 7:13

3h ago7:13

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He was the first customer of Andros Diner when it opened...he was the first customer when it reopened following renovations...and now, he's on with Melissa as part of the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Fairfield Police Chief 10:20

3h ago10:20

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What's going with the Fairfield Police Department? Police Chief Robert Kalamaras joined the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour to give an update on recruiting efforts and the latest with the departments. Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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Melissa In The Morning: Paul Piorek LIVE! 11:32

3h ago11:32

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You hear him every morning and afternoon, and now he's at Andros Diner for the Attorney Tom Ganim Melissa In The Morning Diner Tour! WICC meteorologist Paul Piorek hopped on the microphone to join Melissa! Image Credit: Dee OrtizBy WICC

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