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Eric Aasen

Eric Aasen

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Executive Editor, Connecticut Public

New Haven

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Management Workplace , Job Skills

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Politics and world affairs, science

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Seniority Positions

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Total articles 210

  • Chappy, beloved seal pup rescued from New Haven street, has died

    By Matt Dwyer Verified, Eric Aasen| New Hampshire Public Radio Verified A beloved gray seal pup found on the streets of New Haven has died. The Mystic Aquarium, where the seal had been recuperating, announced the death Monday afternoon. Officials say the seal, named Chappy, suffered from a condition in which his intestines were twisted, cutting off the blood supply to a large portion of his gastrointestinal tract. The aquarium says its staff is devastated.

    By Matt Dwyer Verified, Eric Aasen · New Hampshire Public Radio

    Mar. 03, 2025

  • Thunderstorms pound Connecticut, delivering heavy rain and flash floods

    By Eric Aasen, Jennifer Ahrens| New Hampshire Public Radio Verified Heavy rain fell across Connecticut Sunday, flooding streets and basements and causing road closures in various cities around the state. The thunderstorms delivered several inches of rain in a short amount of time, as well as strong winds. Flooding was expected as the ground was saturated following rain over the past week. In Danbury and Waterbury, officials monitored street flooding.

    By Eric Aasen, Jennifer Ahrens · New Hampshire Public Radio

    Jul. 16, 2023

  • Chappy, beloved seal pup rescued from New Haven street, has died

    By Matt Dwyer Verified, Eric Aasen| New Hampshire Public Radio Verified A beloved gray seal pup found on the streets of New Haven has died. The Mystic Aquarium, where the seal had been recuperating, announced the death Monday afternoon. Officials say the seal, named Chappy, suffered from a condition in which his intestines were twisted, cutting off the blood supply to a large portion of his gastrointestinal tract. The aquarium says its staff is devastated.

    By Matt Dwyer Verified, Eric Aasen · New Hampshire Public Radio

    Mar. 03, 2025

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Connecticut Public

Connecticut Public is the only statewide public media organization in Connecticut, providing community-supported services through its television and radio stations. It operates Connecticut Public Television (CPTV), CPTV Spirit, PBS Kids 24/7, and Connecticut Public Radio (WNPR). The organization is dedicated to informing, educating, and inspiring the people of Connecticut with high-quality journalism, storytelling, and educational experiences. Connecticut Public offers a variety of programming across its platforms, including local and national content on television and diverse news and podcasts on radio. It also engages audiences through digital platforms, providing access to news, shows, and educational resources. The organization actively participates in community outreach to ensure its services reflect the diverse communities it serves, reaching over one million people each month. Led by President and CEO Mark Contreras, Connecticut Public operates as a nonprofit with a focus on community support and engagement.

Hartford, Connecticut, United States

'+1 860-275-7550

Founded: 1962