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7/1/05

Here's the complete list of Fireworks Displays around the state.

If you're looking for "the good stuff" for fireworks this year you may have to look harder and pay a little more... State police, federal agents seize illegal fireworks.

Expect a ton of traffic if you're traveling this weekend... As many as 34 million drivers are expected to hit the road this weekend.

Connecticut Light & Power (CL&P) has been overcharging; now rebates are due to several towns... DPUC cuts CL&P streetlight rates; millions in rebates expected.

Connecticut has lost another one of our own: Small-town baseball star on fallen military helicopter.

In response to last week's Supreme Court ruling on Eminent Domain Congress is going to do what they can to squash it... House Votes To Undercut High Court On Property.

Music News: Girls Just Want a Bargain Apartment? Cyndi Lauper sues to keep a rent controlled Manhattan Apartment.

Music News: Live 8 is happening this weekend; and since all of the artists are performing for free they're going to get a special Live 8 Gift Bag filled with over $10,000 worth of stuff.
How about they take the cost of the gift bags and use that towards African relief? Just an idea.

Phil Collins did it for the original Live Aid back in 1985... now Elton John will attempt to play two Live 8 shows... Elton John plays Live 8 twice.

Poor AJ. He's heartbroken this morning: Bo Bice got married yesterday.

Loser of the Week:
Our top candidates this week were...

Jeffrey Ramsey - He's the guy that stabbed his girlfriend Meghan LaPorta in New Britain and left her for dead. Meghan has survived; and is in critical condition at Hartford Hospital.
Mahmoud Ahmadinejad (Iran's President Elect) - It appears Iran's new President was one of the hostage-takers at the US Embassy back in 1979.
A good matchup this week; but the listeners chose to stay local. When the speed round was over and the dust was settled, this week's Loser of the Week is Jeffrey Ramsey. Thanks for voting!
First Bo Bice, now Ben Affleck. It's a tough day for AJ... Affleck marries pregnant Garner.
Chaz & AJ In the Morning - always passing along important information... Top 50: Best brewers ranked.
Who'd a thought? Pollution 'is helping to keep earth cool'.
Here's a follow-up to a story we had here in the web log back in February... Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Mike Tice Fined $100K In Super Bowl Ticket Flap.
Our first guest this morning is celebrating her first anniversary as Governor of Connecticut... Jodi Rell.
After wishing Governor Rell congratulations on her first year as Connecticut's leader - we asked her for her thoughts on her experiences so far. She told us some good stories - and so far she's quite pleased with the progress our state has made in the last year.
Today Governor Rell will be having an Open House at the State Capitol from Noon to 2pm. If you'd like to meet the Governor, ask her a question, or bring an issue to her attention this is the perfect opportunity. Go say hi to her today!
Thanks to Governor Rell for coming on the air with us this morning; and congratulations to her and her staff on their first year.
Our next guest was Jerry from the Phantom Fireworks.
Since this is the big fireworks weekend we wanted to chat with a guy who's truly an authority on kick-ass fireworks. Jerry lit 8000 fireworks at the same time for us over the phone; and it sounded awesome. This was a fun interview because Jerry blew up stuff for 6 minutes; and it just gets you in the mood for the 4th of July!
If you're looking to get some cool fireworks for your own celebration check out Phantom online at Phantom Fireworks.com.
Entertainment News: After Tom Cruise talked s**t about Brooke Shields... now it's Brooke's turn.
Impossible Trivia:
What Broadway show was produced in just two days?
Answer: Little Shop of Horrors
6/30/05
Scary... Body found on Merritt Parkway. The police investigation is still in progress.
Congtatulations to the Ewen family of Seymour... Seymour man wins Powerball jackpot. Cha-Ching!
Speaking of Cha-Ching... Mashantucket Pequots announce plans for Caribbean resort casino.
D'oh! Fed expected to push up interest rates.
Here's a plot twist you'd normally find in a Hollywood movie... Ex-Hostages From 1979 Say New Iran Leader Is One Of Their Captors.
Saddam Hussein says he will sue Britain's Sun Newspaper because they printed pictures of him in his briefs. Ya... Good Luck with that Saddam.
The Governator must be ticked off this morning... Domestic partner law upheld in California.
The latest extortion attempt against a food company... Woman Claims She Found Rodent In Peanut Butter Jar.
Other News: Who knew? Beach volleyball gives women saggy boobs.
Entertainment News: Ruben Studdard claims his ex-manager stole from him.
Entertainment News: Comedy Central is really reaching for celebrities to roast... Pamela Anderson is Comedy Central's First Woman Roastee.
Sports News: New England Patriots owner Bob Kraft claims that he "gave" Russian President Vladimir Putin his latest Super Bowl Ring.
He didn't give it to him. Putin took the ring and put it in his pocket; but Kraft doesn't want to cause an international incident by asking for it back.
Here's a picture of Putin's new ring.
If someone you love can't stop snoring... make 'em sing.
East Haven... Do you have a response to this one? Italians "bribe" sons to stay home into their 30s.
Remember a few weeks ago when that guy caught a huge catfish? Well that ain't squat compared to this behemoth.
Apparently he doesn't know when to hold 'em or know when to fold 'em... Texas Rangers' Pitcher Kenny Rogers Shoves A Cameramen.
That a bummer... Regular vitamin C does not prevent colds.
Entertainment News: Christian group says Jessica Simpson looks 'slutty' in her new video. Ya... so?
Our next guest was West Haven Mayor Richard Borer.
We haven't seen the Mayor for awhile; so we wanted to invite him to talk about some of the upcoming fun stuff in West Haven. The West Haven Fireworks are happening this Sunday night (PLR will be there); and of course we have PLR's Buried at the Beach Week coming up at the end of July.
While interviewing Mayor Borer our old pal Joe Maturo - Mayor of East Haven dialed in to bust some balls and have some fun. Anytime you put these two together it's always fun.
Thanks to Mayor Borer and Mayor Maturo for checking in and allowing PLR to be part of their Fireworks celebrations!
Since Pearl Jam has said they will never play Connecticut again (after an incident with police last time there were here) you'll have to drive to Jersey to see them... Pearl Jam Heading To Atlantic City.
In the close we spoke with Dave from the Connecticut Yankee Council of the Boy Scouts of America.
The Scouts are looking for some financial support to help send Scouts to summer camp. They're calling it their "Campership" Program.
If you'd like to get involved you can get all of the details right here or you can call the Connecticut Yankee Council at 1-800-333-7905 and mention "Campership". Thanks Dave!
Impossible Trivia:
In West Haven... Why is Campbell Avenue called Campbell Avenue?
Answer: It's named after a Revolutionary War General
6/29/05
Dubya spoke to the nation last night. From what he have gathered it doesn't appear that too many people believe him... W's war pleas in last throes?
Bridgeport has been a rougher place than normal lately... Shooting at carnival deters fairgoers. What's going on Bridgeport?
People are really ticked off over the Supreme Court's Eminent Domain decision... Death threats against New London city leaders.
On the subject of Eminent Domain... Connecticut Lawmakers Reject 11th-Hour Eminent Domain Bill.
Sad News: A New Haven landmark is shutting down... York Square Cinema reaches final reel; The End is near.
Oh Canada... Same-sex marriage law puts Canada at forefront of human rights.
God help us... Bob Dylan Signs With Starbucks.
God help us... Boston Red Sox Pitcher Bronson Arroyo releasing his debut album.
Chaz saw a sign the other day he thought was funny called Nick-N-Dick's (a dumpster company)... so we thought we'd discuss Funny Business Names.
Know a business with a really funny name? Give us a call at 203-882-WPLR or instant message us at ChazandAJ.
Music News (sort of): U2 is suing their former stylist for stealing some of their stuff.
Our guest for Meet the Media today is our pal Jon Cooper - editor of Play Magazine.
Play is continuing to do great in the New Haven area - bringing you all of the latest entertainment news; plus reviews of some cool new restaurants, show listings, even video game reviews. Play is FREE and if you've never checked it out before make sure you pick up a copy.
Jon brought up a topic that the listeners loved to dial up. His question "If you could see one artist or band that no longer exists for one show... who would it be? The phones exploded with some excellent nominees like The Beatles, Led Zeppelin, Janis Joplin, and Stevie Ray Vaughan to name a few.
We played a round of Brainiac Trivia and Jon did well. He didn't catch our 2005 Trivia Leader Matt Scott from News Channel 8; but he did get his fair share of questions. Thanks to Jon for coming in; and make sure you pick up Play this week!
Wow. The London Live 8 show is SO much better than all of the others... James Brown added to Live 8 London gig.
In other Live 8 news... Neil Young joins Canadian Live 8 concert.
Geeks everywhere rejoice! Symphonic Star Wars is hitting the road this summer.
Entertainment News: It was only a matter of time... The Hotel worker that Russell Crowe threw a phone at is now suing him.
Music News: The BET Awards were on last night. Zzzzzzzzzzzzzz.
Our next guest is one of THE Fireworks guys in America. We got to speak with Felix Grucci of Grucci Fireworks.
Just about anywhere there's a great fireworks display... that's a Grucci display. Felix and his family have been making awesome fireworks for over 150 years; and they've provided the fireworks for some of the most memorable fireworks displays in history.
There are some Grucci Fireworks Diplays coming up in Connecticut over the next few weeks; but Felix recommends the Foxwoods Fireworks Display in New London on Saturday July 9th. According to Felix that is going to be HUGE.
Big thanks for Felix Grucci for coming on and talking to us all about BIG fireworks displays. Check out the Grucci Family online at Grucci.com.
Want to get an upgrade next time you fly? Here's how to do it.
"What are you doing Dave?"... Space station gets HAL-like computer. Sweet.
Entertainment News: Leo is that rich... Leonardo DiCaprio buys his own tropical island.
In case you didn't see it already... here's some funny video of actor Chris Tucker being stopped by Atlanta police.
Impossible Trivia:
What actor once spiked the orange juice of an infant because he was jealous of the baby's scene stealing in a movie?
Answer: W.C. Fields
6/28/05
This is the big local story of the day... Four killed in plane crash off Groton, investigation underway.
Dubya knows the American people are losing faith in him really fast; so tonight he'll try to explain himself.
In heaven there will be a greeter in a blue vest... John Walton, Wal-Mart Founder's Son, Killed in Plane Crash.
Want to hang out with Mother Governor? This Friday you're welcome to do just that... Rell to hold open house on inaugural anniversary.
BTK suspect admits 10 murders.
Music News: More proof why Rush kicks ass... Neil Peart did a charity auction of drum sticks he used on the last Rush tour and raised over $60,000 for neglected and abused children. Here's the story.
Entertainment News: What's going on in the 100 Acre Wood lately? Pooh Mourns Tigger, Piglet.
Think gas prices suck now? It will most likely get worse... Oil demand spike will lead to $3 gas.
Big breasts don't make for better breastfeeding. Ya... but daddy sure likes 'em.
Birds Prefer To Poop On White Cars. This way it blends right in with the paint.
"...but it wasn't a rock.... it was a Robot Lobster!" Scientists create robot lobster.
Yee-Ha! Miss America goes country -- pageant lands on CMT.
Our first guest was Stew Leonard Jr. from (of course)... Stew Leonards.
Stew came on to promote his new book for kids about summer water safety. It's called Swimming Lessons with Stewie the Duck. It's for kids between 2 and 6 years old; and it's got important stuff for little kids to know about pool and water safety. You can pick it up at bookstores or at any Stew Leonards store. Thanks Stew!
Our next guests were Jon and Karen from Mohegan Sun.
Once again Mohegan Sun has a ton of cool summer shows. Hot Summer Fun at Mohegan Sun has shows from Dick Dale, Tower of Power, Mark Farner, Cinderella, Ratt, and many many more. Check out their website and catch a show or two this summer.
Is CNN crazy? CNN hires Dan Rather to help their struggling ratings. Didn't they see what he did to CBS? Hello?
Music News: Elton John gives guests silent treatment. Guests at Elton John's latest party were not allowed to speak to him unless he spoke to them first. What the f*** Elton!
Impossible Trivia:
What future famous actor sold a winning lottery ticket to Humphrey Bogart in the 1948 film The Treasure of Sierra Madre?
Answer: Robert Blake
6/27/05
There's a multi-millionaire among us; and it might be you... Someone in Connecticut has a winning Powerball ticket.
Our thoughts go out to Senator Lieberman and his family... Marcia Lieberman dies at 90.
Congratulations to Norwich native Dianna Baitinger. She is the new Miss Connecticut.
We spoke with Dianna today; and she's very excited and happy to be the new Ms. Connecticut. We found out a little more about her including the fact that she's a music girl. She went to Berklee College of Music, and she wants to start her own music promotion company. Cool!
We hope to have Dianna on several times over her reign as Ms. Connecticut. We'll talk to her again soon. Congrats Dianna!
Have you gotten a speeding ticket in the Southbury area lately? You may be able to get out of it... Southbury speeding tickets under review.
Crispy the Squirrel caused some problems in Hartford yesterday... Squirrel sparks Hartford power outage.
An official congratulations to the whole family at Pepe's Pizzeria... Pepe's pizzeria marks 80 years.
DeStefano is pushing a plan to destroy the Route 34 connector and turn the land into office buildings, retail stores, and housing... Here's the whole story.
Today is a big day for the US Supreme Court. An anticipated retirement, a ruling on the constitutionality of government Ten Commandments displays, and decisions in other major cases.
Hopefully they wont make any more asinine decisions like the eminent domain ruling last week.
Here's a headline that's been in constant use for the past 25 years or so... Amtrak's Future in Danger. Ya... we know.
If you can get over to London this week you may be able to grab yourself a free ticket to the Live 8 concert in Hyde Park (the good one)... 55,000 more free Live 8 tickets available.
Music News: Night Ranger is really ticked off at NBC. Here's the whole story.
Proof that if it belongs to John Lennon it's that much cooler... Lennon's stamp album on display.
Our first guest this morning is one of our favorites; but he also happens to be last week's Loser of the Week... It's Attorney General Richard Blumenthal.
We asked the Attorney General to further explain his viewpoint on the Supreme Court's Eminent Domain Ruling. The listeners voted Mr. Blumenthal Loser of the Week last week because they thought he was fully endorsing the concept of government taking private property for private economic development. That's not what he meant. What he meant is that he was pleased that eminent domain decisions will be made locally and not at the federal level. He also intends to propose legislation to limit how much private development can claim eminent domain for their purposes.
We did another round of Ask the Attorney General - and the phones were jam-packed with great questions for the AG. We went through our time with him very fast.
If you have a question or problem that you think needs the Attorney General's attention you can E-mail him here; or call his office at 860-808-5314. Thanks Attorney General Blumenthal!
D'oh! Gas jumps 8 cents, back near record high.
Not that this casino had any class to begin with; but this confirms it... Online Casino buys fence from scene of Kennedy Assassination.
No one knows more about teen sex than the hip folks at Good Morning America... Summer Is Hot Season for Teen Sex. Why are they even focusing on that?
UConn is making headlines around the world because you can now get a Masters Degree in Homeland Security.
This is pretty interesting... Here's a list of the Top-20 Unluckiest Names. If your name is Joy... sorry.
Need to open a beer; but there's no opener handy? Check this out... With this ring, I thee open a beer.
In the close we spoke with Jackie McHugh from the Greater New Haven Association of Realtors.
The Greater New Haven Association of Realtors is sponsoring a charity golf tournament with all proceeds going to the John Tartaglio fund.
The golf tournament is Monday September 12th at the Laurel View Country Club in Hamden. It's $160 to play; or if you'd like to get involved with sponsorships there are plenty of ways to get involved.
If you'd like to sign up for the tournament or for more information you can e-mail Jackie at jmchugh@beazleycompany.com.
Impossible Trivia:
How much did a union zombie make per hour for the new George Romero movie "Land of the Dead"?
Answer: $158.00 per hour
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