Melissa Gilligan is a digital journalist at CTV News. Based in Calgary, she covers a diverse array of topics, including politics, crime, education, health, and lifestyle, with a particular focus on climate change and environmental issues, as well as animal rights and water management. Melissa has been featured in CTV News Edmonton, CTV News Montreal, CTV News Calgary, CTV News, and CP24 Breaking News.
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Melissa Gilligan's coverage predominantly revolves around local crime, including breaking news and evolving stories. She seeks information related to crimes, accidents, and police activities within Calgary and Alberta. Therefore, she would likely be interested in pitches that provide insights or access to sources with direct knowledge of local criminal cases or law enforcement matters.
Given her focus on breaking news and evolving stories, offering exclusive interviews with eyewitnesses or individuals involved in high-profile incidents could capture Melissa's interest. Additionally, providing context for ongoing criminal investigations or updates on previous events may also align well with her coverage style.
It is important to note that Melissa concentrates on local matters specific to Calgary and Alberta; hence any outreach should directly relate to these geographic areas.
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Calgary is getting a new soccer field.
By: Melissa Gilligan
Calgary firefighters helped rescue a worker who had become injured while on the roof of a supported living facility on Tuesday.
There are plenty of local events and activities to check out in Calgary this weekend. Chasing Summer What:
A Calgary man who won a $1 million on the lottery says he plans to give a portion of his windfall to his church.
Calgary police say one person has been charged in connection with a violent downtown assault last month.
A strike of Brewster bus drivers has been averted. A media spokesperson for Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1415 confirmed to CTV News on Friday that a tentative collective agreement reached last week has been ratified.
By: Melissa Gilligan
The University of Calgary may be barred from participating in the city's Pride parade this year, but political parties are being welcomed to apply for the first time since 2023.
By: Melissa Gilligan
An Airdrie man and his family got quite the surprise last week when they discovered a marmot confidently exploring their garage.
An Airdrie, Alta., man and his family got quite the surprise last week when they discovered a marmot confidently exploring their garage.
The Calgary Real Estate Board (CREB) says 1,904 homes were sold in July.
