News You Can Use

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC
NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is
joined by President and CEO of the Root Center for
Advanced Recovery, Steven Zuckerman, as well as the
Chief of Staff, Margaux Farrell.
The Root Center for Advanced Recovery is a non-profit,
behavioral healthcare organization that provides mental
health and substance use treatment, prevention,
community health services and research to around 5,500
patients a day at their 10 locations throughout
Connecticut.

Since 1871, the Root Center’s rich history of helping
others continue to grow, develop, and advance through
their recovery journey has only grown stronger.
Be sure to tune in to hear some of the amazing success
stories accomplished as well as what services are
offered at the Root Center for Advanced Recovery. If
you or someone you know is in need of the Root
Center’s services, visit rootcenter.org or call
(800)-862-2181.

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC
NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and
Connecticut Ophthalmologist Dr. Jeff Dello Russo give you the
necessary information to keep your eyes safe during the Total
Eclipse on Monday, April 8, 2024.
Ann and Dr. Dello Russo discuss topics
from when it is safe to look at the total
eclipse to what eye injuries can occur
from not taking the proper precautions
and even helpful tips such as what
devices NOT to use during the eclipse
such as cameras, telescopes, and
binoculars.
Be sure to get your eclipse approved glasses and tune in to this
edition of News You Can Use for more impactful information on
the upcoming Total Eclipse. To learn more about Dr. Dello Russo,
visit www.dellorusso.com.

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC
NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and guest
Mitch Motivates, leader and expert in addiction, recovery, sobriety,
and mental health discuss the journey that
is recovery and what comes with it.
In Mitch’s book, My Addiction, My
Superpower, he not only opens up about
his battle with addiction but he also reveals
lessons he has learned along the way and
breaks them down into twelve easy tips for
anyone who has been impacted by
addiction, mental health, or substance
abuse.
If you or someone you know is struggling
with addiction, visit www.mitchmotivates.com to see what services
they have to offer or to get your copy of My Addiction, My
Superpower go on Amazon or Barnes & Noble.

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk
1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin and Marci Moreau,
Wellness Specialist and Integrative Medicine Provider, discuss the
impact nutrition can have on your physical as well
as mental health.
Marci specializes in nutrition for depression, anxiety,
PTSD, Alzheimer’s Disease, Diabetes and also
nutrition during cancer treatment and recovery.
Whether Marci is providing nutritional counseling or
distributing insights in her two columns, The Power
of Food and The Chef’s Table, her passion is using
food first to help people power their minds and body
through consultation and first hand experience.
Be sure to tune in for more useful information on
nutrition including how you can begin making improvements to your
health or for more information, visit www.marcimoreau.com.

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC
NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is
joined by long time friend and legendary NBC 30 reporter,
“Downtown Lew Brown” as they reminisce about old times
working together in the news industry.
In addition to the many stories and
experiences shared in the newsroom,
Ann and Lew also discuss the
difference in the industry from then to
now as well as some of the famous
interactions they have had while on the
job.
Be sure to tune in to this edition of
News You Can Use to hear more about
the legendary “Downtown Lew Brown”!

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC
NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin invites Mike
Craycraft, testicular cancer survivor and founder of the Testicular
Cancer Society to join the program to raise awareness and
emphasize the importance of early detection. Ann also shares her
personal story of losing her 29-year old
nephew to testicular cancer recently and why
too many young men are falling victim to this
disease when it is easily preventable.
By utilizing Mike’s expert insight, we are able
to discuss the risk factors, resources and
treatments, and stories of how testicular
cancer affects the lives of thousands
throughout the country each year. From self
examinations to regularly scheduled check-ups, the key is early
detection, especially for young men.
To learn more about what the Testicular Cancer Society has to
offer or how you can get involved, visit
www.testicularcancersociety.org or download the Ball Checker
Mobile App.

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC
NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin speaks with
Andy Bramante, Advisory Council for the Connecticut Science
and Engineering Fair and Director of the Independent Science
Research Program at Greenwich High School.
The 76th Connecticut Science and
Engineering Fair will begin this week
and is an opportunity for over 400
students, grades 7-12, from over 100
Connecticut schools, to display their
incredible knowledge and passion for
science in a number of different
categories sponsored by different industry professionals.
With over $600,000 in awards, scholarships, and prizes available
for finalists, Connecticut’s oldest STEM event for students is still
looking to expand in years to come.
For more information on this year’s CT Science and Engineering
Fair or to learn how to get involved in next year’s fair, visit
http://ctsciencefair.org.

On this Sunday’s edition of News You Can Use on WTIC
NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a,
host Ann Baldwin invites old friend
and Blues Hall of Fame award
winning guitarist, Jeff Pitchell, to
discuss life as a musician and the
industry.
From how he got involved in music
to his most recent record deal, we
take a deep dive into the career of
Jeff Pitchell and how he has been
so successful over the years,
playing with the likes of J. Geils and
B.B. King.
Tune in to hear some fascinating stories from Jeff
Pitchell’s career as well as some of his upcoming shows
and when the debut of his new album will be.
For more information, visit www.jeffpitchellofficial.com.

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC
NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin is joined by
Yolanda Ortiz, VOCA Regional Coordinator for the statewide
Victims of Crimes case management program at the Connecticut
Council of Family Service Agencies (CCFSA).
CCFSA connects those in need with member agencies that
provide professional mental health, family support, health,
education and youth development services to people throughout
Connecticut. Of the programs offered, Yolanda specializes in the
Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) came management program which
aims to provide holistic support services for victims of crime to
encourage safety and resilience. Whether it is through
compensation, advocacy and emotional support, housing
assistance, or crisis intervention, CCFSA is here to help!
Tune in for more information on what programs are offered at
CCFSA or to find out if you are eligible and how to apply visit
www.ccfsa.org or call 1-800-505-9000.

On this Sunday’s Edition of News You Can Use on WTIC
NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin invites Dr.
Anthony Gasper, Superintendent of New Britain Schools to
discuss the state of Connecticut public education, more
specifically in New Britain.
As Dr. Gasper approaches the end
of his second year as
Superintendent, he has reflected
on the past two years and is now
thinking about how to continue the
betterment of New Britain’s
schools. From improving access to
both higher education and technical learning at the secondary
level to building lasting partnerships with city government and city
employers, Dr. Gasper and the Consolidated School District of
New Britain will continue their mission to improve public education
and provide students with an opportunity at excellence.
For more information on the Consolidated School District of New
Britain, visit www.csdnb.org.