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Thursday, October 31, 2013

Stocks end lower but post gains for October

... leaves tapering on the table for December," said Michael O'Rourke, chief market strategist at JonesTrading, in Greenwich, Connecticut. Before the Fed's meeting, many market participants were anticipating that the stimulus plan would not change until ...

http://www.unionleader.com/article/20131031/NEWS02/131109979

Culture and Laughs for a Good Cause in Stamford this Weekend

... the Connnecticut Department of Transportation traffic cams ("SB" means southbound; "NB" means northbound): CCTV #2 Greenwich SB north of Exit 2 -- north of Delavan Ave. CCTV #3 Greenwich SB north of Exit 2 -- south of Field Pt. Rd. on-ramp CCTV #4 ...

http://stamford.patch.com/groups/weekend-planner/p/culture-and-laughs-for-a-good-cause-in-stamford-this-weekend

Eating disorders and body image topic of library talk

... at the main library, 1080 Old Post Road. Vossoughian is a licensed child psychiatrist with the Renfrew Center in Greenwich, which specializes in the treatment of eating disorders. The program is free, but registration is required. To register, visit ...

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Eating-disorders-and-body-image-topic-of-library-4944481.php

Letter: Democratic Slate Represents 'Fiscal Prudence, Efficient Town Management'

... is a vote for fiscal prudence and efficient town management. ( Editor's note: More letters to the editor regarding Greenwich elections may be found in our elections and government categories. Greenwich Patch will publish election-related letters to ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-democratic-slate-represents-fiscal-prudence-efficient-town-management

Wall Street ends session lower but posts gains for October

... leaves tapering on the table for December," said Michael O'Rourke, chief market strategist at JonesTrading, in Greenwich, Connecticut. Before the Fed's meeting, many market participants were anticipating that the stimulus plan would not change until ...

http://www.buenosairesherald.com/article/144156/wall-street-ends-session-lower-but-posts-gains-for-october

Us Stocks-Wall St ends session lower but posts gains for October

... leaves tapering on the table for December," said Michael O'Rourke, chief market strategist at JonesTrading, in Greenwich, Connecticut. Before the Fed's meeting, many market participants were anticipating that the stimulus plan would not change until ...

http://www.reuters.com/article/2013/10/31/markets-usa-stocks-idUSL1N0IL24J20131031?feedType=RSS&feedName=cyclicalConsumerGoodsSector

While the iron is hot: Greenwich couple try to sell their home in a hurry

On the doorstep of their Dearfield Lane home, Ken McAdams and his wife, Marian iiBingi Bingham, rest during a heavy week of readying their home for a brokeris Open House.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/articleGallery/While-the-iron-is-hot-Greenwich-couple-try-to-4940410.php

Maritime historian to discuss latest book in Greenwich

Lincoln Paine will be talking about his mammoth maritime history, "The Sea and Civilization," at the Greenwich Library on Thursday, Nov. 7. Photo: Contributed Photo Portland, Maine maritime historian Lincoln Paine will talk about his new book "The Sea and Civilization" at the Greenwich Library on Thursday, Nov. 7. Photo: Contributed Photo In an era ... (more)

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Maritime-historian-to-discuss-latest-book-in-4943944.php

Arch support: Custom Manolo Blahnik shoes give lift to annual fundraiser in Greenwich

Julie Johnson and Loren Taufield, co-chairwomen of Greenwich, Conn.-based Breast Cancer AllianceaAos 18th annual luncheon and fashion show, stand near the display of custom-made Manolo Blahnik pink heels, one of two styles that can be purchased at Richards of Greenwich.

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Arch-support-Custom-Manolo-Blahnik-shoes-give-4943946.php

On the Menu at Morello: Fall Farrotto Specials

Chef Kevin Garcia of Morello Italian Bistro in Greenwich, CT is offering flavorful farrotto specials this fall, incorporating the versatile, Italian ingredient in salads, soups and side dishes.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/11/prweb11290533.htm

Eleanor Wrotnowski, 94; Lifelong Greenwich Resident

Eleanor Frost Wrotnowski, a Greenwich native, died at the Greenwich Hospital on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2013.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/eleanor-wrotnowski-94-lifelong-greenwich-resident

Piada could have 'thousands' of restaurants, investor says

The young Columbus-based fast-casual restaurant is one of four emerging brands to get financial backing from Greenwich, Conn.-based Catterton Partners in the past two months.

http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/blog/2013/10/piada-could-have-thousands-of.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_columbus+%28Business+First+of+Columbus%29

Letter: Sherr 'Holds People Accountable for Their Actions'

... PETER SHERR in his re-election. Sam Romeo Riverside ( Editor's note: More letters to the editor regarding Greenwich elections may be found in our elections and government categories. Greenwich Patch will publish election-related letters to the ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-sherr-holds-people-accountable-for-their-actions

BET Democrats Make Case For Long-Term Financing of Capital Projects

On September, 24th, the BET voted on the single most important financial issue that Greenwich faces today and will face over the next several years: how to finance major capital projects.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/bet-democrats-make-case-for-longterm-financing-of-capital-projects

Kathryn Haag Clauss, 63, Of Greenwich, Real Estate Agent

... and professional adventures. She lived in the Philippines, London, Hong Kong and New York, before settling in Greenwich in 1982. For the past 12 years, she was a real estate agent in Greenwich. Clauss is survived by her husband Roy; children Bryan, ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/kathryn-haag-clauss-63-greenwich-real-estate-agent

No One Hurt When Car Slams Into Greenwich Dog Grooming Salon

... Pemberwick Rd. and displacing nine tenants who lived in four apartments in the basement and second-floor. Deputy Greenwich Fire Chief Thomas Zack said he was bringing in the Red Cross to help find housing for the tenants. About 4 p.m., town building ...

http://norwalk.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/no-one-hurt-when-car-slams-into-greenwich-dog-grooming-salon

Letter: Selectman Marzullo 'Has Given a Voice to People'

I remind myself often how fortunate my family and I are that we are able to live in a community as wonderful as Greenwich.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-selectman-marzullo-has-given-a-voice-to-people

Letter: Sherr Puts 'Interest of Town First'

... to put the interests of the entire Town first and foremost. ( Editor's note: More letters to the editor regarding Greenwich elections may be found in our elections and government categories. Greenwich Patch will publish election-related letters to ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-sherr-puts-interest-of-town-first

Letter: Sherr Does 'The Right Thing' on Ed Board

... regardless of the impact to his popularity. His leadership is deserving of my support and vote. Lee Dayton Jr. Old Greenwich ( Editor's note: More letters to the editor regarding Greenwich elections may be found in our elections and government ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-sherr-does-the-right-thing-on-ed-board

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Prosecutors: Skakel belongs behind bars

On the 38th anniversary of Martha Moxley 's murder in Greenwich, prosecutors raised objections Wednesday to Michael Skakel 's request to be released on bail while he awaits a new trial.

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Prosecutors-Skakel-belongs-behind-bars-4941081.php

Car Slams Into Pemberwick Road Building In Greenwich

Updated at 7:45 p.m.: GREENWICH, Conn. -- Nearly a dozen people were displaced from apartments in the building at 40 Pemberwick Road building after a car crashed into a storefront on the ground floor, CtPost.com reported .

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/car-slams-pemberwick-road-building-greenwich

Prosecutors Object to Kennedy Cousin Michael Skakel's Bail Request

... planned to rule on the bail request. At age 15, Martha Moxley was found beaten to death on Oct. 30, 1975, in Greenwich, Conn., with a golf club, later traced to a set owned by Skakel's late mother. No arrests were made in the Moxley murder case for ...

http://krvn.com/news/national/index.php?more=34387377

Darien wins FCIAC Girls Swim title as records fall

Isobel Walker of Greenwich during the start of the 200 medley relay event in the FCIAC Girls Swimming Championship at Greenwich High School, Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2013.

http://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/Darien-wins-FCIAC-Girls-Swim-title-as-records-fall-4940985.php

Office market fails to benefit from recovery

... by area commercial real estate brokerage firms all show that vacancy levels in major business centers like Greenwich and Stamford continue to dog the region. Data supplied by Jones Lang LaSalle, RHYS Commercial, CBRE and Cushman & Wakefield varied ...

http://www.ctpost.com/realestate/article/Office-market-fails-to-benefit-from-recovery-4941042.php

Panel discussion: Town embraces solar energy initiative

Greenwich is going solar. At least that's the hope of town officials, who launched the initiative, "Solarize Greenwich" on Oct. 2. The state-sponsored program has been embraced by First Selectman Peter Tesei , who says, "Solarize Greenwich is a wonderful opportunity for Greenwich homeowners to convert to solar power, saving money and improving our ... (more)

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Panel-discussion-Town-embraces-solar-energy-4940821.php

State Rep: Greenwich 'Properly Managed' by Tesei

... Street with a modular trailer so that GEMS could continue to provide 24/7 coverage in the northwest section of Greenwich; he oversaw the implementation of a 311 citizen service application which allows the Town to track the progress and timeliness ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/state-rep-greenwich-properly-managed-by-tesei

Car Slams Into Pemberwick Road Business In Greenwich

A black Chevy Camaro slammed into Barks & Bubbles Grooming at 60 Pemberwick Road in Greenwich on Wednesday afternoon.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/car-slams-pemberwick-road-business-greenwich

Joseph B. Servidio, 91, Worked For Electrolux In Old Greenwich

Servidio was born Feb. 7, 1922, in Greenwich, Conn., to Benjamin and Angelina Servidio.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/joseph-b-servidio-91-worked-electrolux-old-greenwich

While the iron is hot: Greenwich couple try to sell their home in a hurry

... have to go all out n itis a 100 percent teamwork effort,i said McAdams. Photo: Anne W. Semmes After 15 years in Greenwich, Marian "Bing" Bingham and Ken McAdams are uprooting from their home on Dearfield Lane and moving to Old Lyme. "We were looking ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/While-the-iron-is-hot-Greenwich-couple-try-to-4940410.php

Record

... of tuna or a can of fruit per box of paper, or $1/box. On Nov. 2, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., meet either at Audubon Greenwich for van ride/carpool or meet near the bird sanctuary entrance gate at southwest corner of the Cove Island parking lot to ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Record-4940332.php

Chairman of the board: Old Greenwich diver makes his mark at international competition

James Hopper performs an inward 1 1/2 in the pike position off the 3-meter board. Photo: Contributed Photo Old Greenwich resident James Hopper does a front 2 1/2 in the pike position off the 3-meter springboard at the recent Junior Pan Am Games. ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/highschool/articleGallery/Chairman-of-the-board-Old-Greenwich-diver-makes-4940480.php

State: Court Has No Authority To Set Bail For Skakel

... week granted a habeas corpus petition by Skakel's attorneys and set aside his 2002 conviction for the death of Greenwich teenager Martha Moxley. Bishop ruled Oct. 23 that Skakel's trial lawyer, Michael "Mickey" Sherman, was glaringly ineffective, ...

http://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-skakel-brief-1031-20131030,0,643750.story?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Courant%2FConnecticutNews+%28courant.com+-+CONNECTICUT+NEWS%29

Le Penguin: Classic French cuisine served in a fun, raucous setting

When Restaurant Jean-Louis shuttered for the last time, a pall settled over Francophile diners in Greenwich and beyond.

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Le-Penguin-Classic-French-cuisine-served-in-a-4940572.php

Mason Station Issues Continue to Haunt Wiscasset

... Charlotte Boynton Little did the town of Wiscasset know that when Joe Cotter, the owner of National Resources in Greenwich, Conn., purchased the Mason Station property in 2004, the town would find itself mired in a legal battle as a direct result of ...

http://lincolncountynewsonline.com/main.asp?SubSectionID=75&ArticleID=59511&SectionID=1

Letter: Sherr 'Votes His Conscience ... To Fight For Our Kids'

... to fight for what is the best and right thing to do, whether within his own party, the Board, or the Town of Greenwich. In his years on the RTM and BoE, Mr. Sherr has chosen to get involved and make positive things happen rather than complain or go ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-sherr-votes-his-conscience--to-fight-for-our-kids

Proposed ferry to feature restaurants, casino

... of Maine Maritime Academy, he was most recently operations and technical manager of TransAtlantic Lines in Greenwich, Conn., and has worked for several other shipping companies. "We are pleased to be invited to negotiate the terms for a mutually ...

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130815-NEWS-130819869

Hunton Powerboat XRS37 ("Aston Martin of the Sea") Showing off in Fort Lauderdale

... stunning XRS37 to the waters of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Following a great reception at a VIP and press event in Greenwich, Connecticut, the XRS37 has headed south to the warmer climes of Florida and is set to star along the coast with a series of ...

http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2013/10/30/094440-hunton-powerboat-xrs37-aston-martin-sea-fly-s-britiish-flag.html

Car Hits Pemberwick Building

Greenwich Police, Fire and EMS on the scene at 60 Pemberwick Rd. where a car smashed into Barks & Bubbles Grooming.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/breaking-news/p/car-hits-pemberwick-building

Lorraine Schwartz on Designing Kim Kardashian's Engagement Ring: "It...

... following evening-taking his four-year-old son, Sebastian, who will be dressed as the Lorax, trick-or-treating in Greenwich, Connecticut. "We go in town, and all the houses are way decorated, and the adults invite you in. It's a lot of fun," ...

http://www.vanityfair.com/online/daily/2013/10/kim-kardashian-engagement-ring-lorraine-schwartz

State Rep: Bernstein 'Is Stand-Out Candidate' for Board of Ed

... that student achievement matters. Peter Bernstein is a highly and uniquely qualified candidate. He understands the Greenwich magnet program as well as the strengths and limitations of the Greenwich Public School System. As an attorney who has ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/state-rep-bernstein-is-standout-candidate-for-board-of-ed

Greenwich Police Ask Residents, Businesses 'To Leave the Lights On'

In an effort to deter vandals and offer more safety for trick-or-treaters on Halloween, Greenwich police are asking that outdoor lights be left on overnight Wednesday and Thursday.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/tips-for-having-a-safe-halloween-in-greenwich

Letter: Sherr 'Offers Real Solutions' to Problems Facing Board of Ed

... our school's at this time and most importantly cares about the achievement levels for our 9,000 students in the Greenwich Public School system. It is time to speak for our children's future and to do so please re-elect Peter Sherr to the BOE. ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-sherr-offers-real-solutions-to-problems-facing-board-of-ed

Republican BET candidates committed to fiscal responsibility

To preserve Greenwich as a premier town in which to raise and educate a family, own a business and invest, the town's financial plan must provide and maintain fiscal stability.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/opinion/article/Republican-BET-candidates-committed-to-fiscal-4939480.php

More

Considering the ongoing changes in administration, goals and policies of our schools, Greenwich needs Peter Sherr to continue to serve.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/opinion/article/Letters-to-the-editor-4939519.php

Candidates Auerbach, Silver: time to address RTM priorities

Warren Silver and I have filed papers to run for the Representative Town Meeting in Greenwich District 8 to address the urgent budget and economic needs of our community.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/opinion/article/Candidates-Auerbach-Silver-time-to-address-RTM-4939481.php

Bernstein and Peldunas: Time to Bring Collaboration and Focus Back to BOE

... of neighborhood schools and oppose forced busing. We will work with the other board members to craft a plan for Greenwich that puts achievement for all students first. The plan will be developed with parent input, implemented over time to minimize ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/opinion/article/Bernstein-and-Peldunas-Time-to-Bring-4939478.php

Anchoring yourself in love

... truly good; brothers and sisters sitting together." Rabbi Mitchell M. Hurvitz is senior rabbi at Temple Sholom of Greenwich, co-founder of the Sholom Center for Interfaith Learning and Fellowship and past president of the Greenwich Fellowship of ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/opinion/article/Anchoring-yourself-in-love-4939443.php

North St. School Parent Voices Support of Sherr for Ed Board

I have three young children that attend Greenwich public schools and am writing to express my support for the re-election of During the last six months, I have been very active in the BoE's consideration of facilities utilization and racial balancing -speaking at every public BoE meeting since May and drafting several formal letters to both the BoE ... (more)

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/north-st-school-parent-voices-support-of-sherr-for-ed-board

The Clean Bedroom Finds Perfect Fit In Greenwich

GREENWICH, Conn. When The Clean Bedroom and its showroom manager, Donna-Marie Macchio, were looking for a new retail space, her wish list was very specific.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/clean-bedroom-finds-perfect-fit-greenwich

Letter: Ed Board Candidate Appelbaum Is 'Pragmatic Problem Solver'

I am writing in support of Debbie Appelbaum for Greenwich Board of Education; she is the clear choice for one of the two Democratic seats.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-ed-board-candidate-appelbaum-is-pragmatic-problem-solver

New Oyster Exhibit Opens At Greenwich's Bruce Museum

The oysters -- particularly the Long Island Sound's native Eastern oyster -- will be the star of a new exhibit opening Nov. 2 at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich.

http://weston.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/new-oyster-exhibit-opens-greenwichs-bruce-museum

Robber strikes TD Bank branch

... in description to Tuesday's suspect, is wanted in connection with robberies of a People's United Bank branch in Greenwich on Aug. 28, a Chase Bank branch in Greenwich on Sept. 5, and the robberies of Bank of America and Chase Bank branches in ...

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Robber-strikes-TD-Bank-branch-4937574.php

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

CVSL seeks to acquire Blyth

... week in a letter to Blyth President and CEO Robert Goergen Jr., according to a CVSL news release. Blyth, based in Greenwich, Conn., confirmed in a news release on Tuesday it had received an unsolicited conditional proposal from CVSL. Blyth stated ...

http://www.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.zanesvilletimesrecorder.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013310290039%26nclick_check%3D1

Robber strikes TD Bank branch in Bridgeport

... in description to Tuesday's suspect, is wanted in connection with robberies of a People's United Bank branch in Greenwich on Aug. 28, a Chase Bank branch in Greenwich on Sept. 5, and the robberies of Bank of America and Chase Bank branches in ...

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Robber-strikes-TD-Bank-branch-in-Bridgeport-4937574.php

Bite-size bars arrive in time for Halloween

... bite-size bar isn't the only innovation at Pearson since it was purchased in August 2011 by Brynwood Partners, a Greenwich, Conn.-based private equity firm. The company launched a pecan take on its flagship Salted Nut Roll 18 months ago, and in June ...

http://www.startribune.com/business/229805021.html

Frank Howard Allen Realtors sold

... and The Corcoran Group. The deal is NRT's third acquisition in the past two weeks, following the additions of Greenwich Fine Properties LLC, in Greenwich, Conn., and Coldwell Banker Cocoa Beach Realty's offices in Cocoa Beach, Fla. "We are proud to ...

http://www.petaluma360.com/article/20131029/BUSINESS/131029511/-1/PT07?Title=Frank-Howard-Allen-Realtors-sold

Polio Outbreak

The World Health Organization said Tuesday it has confirmed Syria's first polio outbreak since 1999, putting all of the Middle East at high risk of a revival of the crippling infectious virus.

http://www.courant.com/sns-wp-blm-news-bc-syria-polio-bg29-20131029,0,3142204.story

Connecticut investment firm takes stake in Ariad

Private investment firm Sarissa Capital Management of Greenwich, Conn., has taken a 6.2 percent stake in Cambridge-based Ariad Pharmaceuticals Inc. and plans to seek representation on the drug maker's board, according to a regulatory filing Tuesday.

http://www.boston.com/business/technology/2013/10/29/connecticut-investment-firm-takes-stake-ariad/whviBP3mmCCkfLkU8r9FwI/story.html

Realogy Subsidiary NRT Acquires a Leading Northern California Brokerage, Frank Howard Allen Realtors

... International Realty. This is NRT's third strategic acquisition in the past two weeks, following the additions of Greenwich Fine Properties LLC, in Greenwich, Conn., and Coldwell Banker Cocoa Beach Realty's offices in Cocoa Beach, Fla. "We are proud ...

http://www.marketwired.com/press-release/realogy-subsidiary-nrt-acquires-leading-northern-california-brokerage-frank-howard-allen-nyse-rlgy-1846175.htm

Super Storm Sandy - A Year Later in Greenwich

... snapping, falling to the ground, and electric transformers exploding were louder than the windy din the enveloped Greenwich as a downgraded Hurricane Sandy came ashore. About 6 p.m., the sky was aglow in Old Greenwich as a fire broke out. As ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/the-rebuilding-continues-a-year-after-super-storm-sandy

Bernstein, Peldunas: 'Time to Bring Collaboration, Focus Back to BOE'

... of neighborhood schools and oppose forced busing. We will work with the other Board members to craft a plan for Greenwich that puts achievement for all students first. The plan will be developed with parent input, implemented over time to minimize ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/bernstein-peldunas-time-to-bring-collaboration-focus-back-to-boe

Realogy Subsidiary NRT Acquires a Leading Northern California Brokerage, Frank Howard Allen Realtors

... International Realty. This is NRT's third strategic acquisition in the past two weeks, following the additions of Greenwich Fine Properties LLC, in Greenwich, Conn., and Coldwell Banker Cocoa Beach Realty's offices in Cocoa Beach, Fla. "We are proud ...

http://rismedia.com/2013-10-29/realogy-subsidiary-nrt-acquires-a-leading-northern-california-brokerage-frank-howard-allen-realtors/

Tom Sowanick of Omnivest Headlines Ivy Family Office Network...

The Ivy Family Office Network hosted its 2014 Family Office Outlook Forum in Greenwich, CT on October 24th with a discussion on "2014 Portfolio Allocation" led Tom Sowanick.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/10/prweb11273736.htm

United Rentals to Present at the Citi 2013 North American Credit Conference

... Rentals is a member of the Standard & Poor's MidCap 400 Index and the Russell 2000 IndexA and is headquartered in Greenwich, Conn. Additional information about United Rentals is available at unitedrentals.com.

http://eon.businesswire.com/news/eon/20131029006951/en/United-Rentals-Present-Citi-2013-North-American

The Greenwich Art Society presents 'Exploring Nature' a solo exibition by Maria C. Friscia

The Greenwich Art Society proudly presents "Exploring Nature", an exhibition comprised of artwork by artist Maria C. Friscia.

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/Art/The-Greenwich-Art-Society-presents-Exploring-Nature-a-solo-exibition-by-Maria-C-Friscia21003.shtml

Need a Lyft?

... have a little extra time." Lyft co-founder John Zimmer has the relaxed demeanor and straight white teeth of the Greenwich, Conn. native he is. He's also an alumnus of Lehman Brothers, the investment bank that sank in 2008, setting off the financial ...

http://citypaper.com/news/need-a-lyft-1.1576728

After Striking Curb Twice, 70-Year-Old Faces DWI Charge

An elderly driver who was observed by Greenwich Police striking curbs twice and driving on the wrong side of the road in Old Greenwich was arrested on a driving while intoxicated charge.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/after-striking-curb-twice-70yearold-faces-dwi-charge

Lawyers: Release Skakel before new trial

In their latest bid to win freedom for Michael Skakel , lawyers for the nephew of the late Robert F. Kennedy say that their client should be treated by the court as an innocent defendant instead of convicted murderer while he awaits a new trial for the 1975 slaying of Greenwich teenager Martha Moxley.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Lawyers-Release-Skakel-before-new-trial-4936183.php

Stella T. Miazga, 86; Former Arnold Bakery, Unilever Employee

Stella T. Miazga, of Greenwich, entered eternal rest on Friday, Oct. 25, 2013 at Crosby Commons, Shelton, after a courageous battle with cancer.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/stella-t-miazga-86-former-arnold-bakery-unilever-employee

Unconventional Portraitist Chuck Close Presents Three Shoreline Exhibits

In art galleries on the shoreline, the month of November is all about Chuck Close. The Bruce Museum in Greenwich has a top-notch exhibit on the walls now of work by the unconventional portraitist. The Housatonic Museum of Art in Bridgeport has one ...

http://www.courant.com/entertainment/arts/hc-artweek-1031-20131029,0,6031514.story

Letter: Selectman Marzullo's 'Bipartisan Approach Makes for Balanced Government

... ceases to amaze me. His dedication and love for the Town is evident in all that he does. As a first responder in Greenwich, he is always there for people in need. As a Selectman, he is readily available to meet the needs of the people. His ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-selectman-marzullos-bipartisan-approach-makes-for-balanced-government

PTA President: Bernstein 'Will Make Excellent Board of Ed Member'

I am writing to express my enthusiastic support for the election of Peter Bernstein to the Greenwich Board of Education.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/pta-president-bernstein-will-make-excellent-board-of-ed-member

Chuck Close Events In Greenwich, Westport, Bridgeport

In art galleries on the shoreline, the month of November is all about Chuck Close. The Bruce Museum in Greenwich has a top-notch exhibit on the walls now of work by the unconventional portraitist. The Housatonic Museum of Art in Bridgeport has one ...

http://www.ctnow.com/entertainment/hc-artweek-1031-20131029,0,2171708.story?track=rss

'Continued incarceration would be a miscarriage of justice': Kennedy...

Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel is seeking to be released from prison on bail while he awaits a retrial in the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley In 2002, Skakel was found guilty of beating his neighbor Moxley to death when they were 15-year-old neighbors in Greenwich, Connecticut Wants out: Michael Skakel is seeking to be released from prison on bail ... (more)

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2478897/Continued-incarceration-miscarriage-justice-Kennedy-cousin-Michael-Skakel-wants-bail.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

Fayed brothers pave their way with Bespoken line

... we were in America." Rather than running through the halls of Harrods as children, the family traded London for Greenwich, Conn., when Sam was five. Growing up, they spent summers in London plunking down in the same Hyde Park flat their family had ...

http://nypost.com/2013/10/28/fayed-brothers-pave-their-way-with-bespoken-line/

Monday, October 28, 2013

Canceled housing hearing spurs talk

... and private investments. Earlier this month the Housing Authority chose its co-developers -- The Richman Group of Greenwich and Stamford-based JHM Financial Group. And the authority is also under pressure because the South End site sits on the ...

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Canceled-housing-hearing-spurs-talk-4934038.php

Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel seeks release on bail

... him bail. Martha Moxley was 15 years old when she was bludgeoned to death with a golf club in October 1975 in Greenwich, Conn. Connecticut Judge Thomas Bishop ruled that Skakel's trial attorney, Michael Sherman, failed to adequately represent him in ...

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57609718/kennedy-cousin-michael-skakel-seeks-release-on-bail/

Letter: Bernstein, Peldunas 'Bring Passion For Education'

... for change. Peter Bernstein and Brian Peldunas have the skills, experience and passion to make that change happen. Greenwich Patch will publish election-related letters to the editor through Oct. 31. To be considered for publication, letters must be ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-bernstein-pelduas-bring-passion-for-education

Letter: Town Clerk Budkins Is 'Diligent and Effective'

... 21 years. Over this period of time I have come to appreciate Carm as a friend and a true professional Town Clerk. Greenwich has been extremely fortunate to have an experienced, dedicated, responsible Town Clerk overseeing the office, which is the ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-town-clerk-budkins-is-diligent-and-effective

Kennedy cousin Skakel seeks release on bond

... he was found guilty in Moxley's golf club bludgeoning. Skakel and Moxley were 15-year-old neighbors in wealthy Greenwich, Connecticut, at the time of her death. "In light of this utter lack of evidence, combined with trial counsel's constitutionally ...

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/news/article.cfm?c_id=2&objectid=11148051&ref=rss

Kennedy cousin Skakel's attorney says keeping him in prison would be "miscarriage of justice"

... he was found guilty in Moxley's golf club bludgeoning. Skakel and Moxley were 15-year-old neighbours in wealthy Greenwich, Connecticut, at the time of her death. "In light of this utter lack of evidence, combined with trial counsel's ...

http://www.vancouversun.com/news/Kennedy+cousin+Skakels+attorney+says+keeping+prison+would/9093576/story.html

'Unruly' Greenwich Bar Patron Faces Several Charges

A patron of a downtown Greenwich wine bar was arrested over the weekend after she refused to leave the establishment because of her "unruly, intoxicated behavior," according to Greenwich Police .

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/unruly-greenwich-bar-patron-faces-several-charges

Kennedy cousin Skakel seeks release on bond

... he was found guilty in Moxley's golf club bludgeoning. Skakel and Moxley were 15-year-old neighbors in wealthy Greenwich at the time of her death. "In light of this utter lack of evidence, combined with trial counsel's constitutionally deficient ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/crime/article/Kennedy-cousin-Skakel-seeks-release-on-bond-4933354.php

CVSL Said to Offer $268 Million to Buy Direct Seller Blyth

... on the offer. John Rochon Jr., chairman of CVSL's investment committee, declined to comment. Blyth, based in Greenwich, Connecticut , reported revenue of $211.7 million for the second quarter, down from $309.5 million a year earlier, because of ...

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-10-28/cvsl-said-to-offer-268-million-to-buy-direct-seller-blyth-1-.html

Skinny Pancake hosts cancer research fundraiser

The Skinny Pancake is holding a "fun-raiser" Wednesday night to raise money for research into a rare form of cancer, restaurant owner Benjy Adler said, donating 10 percent of its dinner sales to the Fibrolamellar Cancer Foundation, based in Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.burlingtonfreepress.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013310280037%26nclick_check%3D1

A vote for literacy, not testing

... criminal that these tests would even create a doubt in her mind about the truth of this. Sarah Darer Littman , of Greenwich, is an award-winning author of books for young people. She teaches creative writing with Writopia Lab . Party label is no ...

http://www.ctpost.com/opinion/article/A-vote-for-literacy-not-testing-4933218.php

Proposed ferry to feature restaurants, casino

... of Maine Maritime Academy, he was most recently operations and technical manager of TransAtlantic Lines in Greenwich, Conn., and has worked for several other shipping companies. "We are pleased to be invited to negotiate the terms for a mutually ...

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130815-NEWS-130819869

Len Levitt: Martha Moxley: Which Kennedy Cousin Killed Her?

Thirty-eight years after 15-year-old Martha Moxley was beaten to death with a golf club on the edge of her Greenwich property on Oct. 30, 1975, we are back to the original suspect, Tommy Skakel, as her likely killer.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/len-levitt/nypd-confidential_18_b_4169676.html

Police Offer Advice to Thwart Greenwich Gym Locker Thieves

While exercise and fitness enthusiasts are in their zone working out in Greenwich gyms, thieves with a penchant for pilfering from the gym lockers are getting a workout too.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-offer-advice-to-thwart-greenwich-gym-locker-thieves

Rebranding Brings New Name, Same Services To New Canaan Health Facility

... is to offer a progression of programs to continually meet the needs of older adults, and families as well." GREENWICH, Conn. -- Greenwich First Selectman Peter Tesei recently voiced his opposition to a plan by Connecticut Light & Power to reassign ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/rebranding-brings-new-name-same-services-new-canaan-health-facility

Williamsons of Wayne Opens

For many years, the name Williamson has been synonymous with fabrics in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, where they the store the Copper Lantern flourished.

http://radnor.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/williamsons-of-wayne-opens

BWW Reviews: the Underpants in Connecticut

... who is always looking for more challenging work. Her articles and photos have appeared in Connecticut Magazine, Greenwich Magazine, Stamford Plus, The Advocate, Greenwich Time, The Minuteman, Connecticut Jewish Ledger, The Jewish Chronicle, The ...

http://www.broadwayworld.com/connecticut/article/BWW-Reviews-THE-UNDERPANTS-in-Connecticut-20131028

Dan Austin leaving to Townsquare, heading to San Diego

... owned by CBS Radio, before returning to Albany in August 2011 to join Townsquare. Townsquare, which is based in Greenwich, Connecticut, owns five area radio stations. They are country WGNA, 107.7 FM; the "Q-103" rock simulcast of WQBK, 103.9 FM and ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/albany/blog/2013/10/dan-austin-heading-to-san-diego.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_national+%28Bizjournals+National+Feed%29

Outgoing Ed Board Member Supports Bernstein, Peldunas

... shown that they know how to ask the tough questions but to do so in a constructive manner! They will help move the Greenwich Public Schools forward. Greenwich Patch will publish election-related letters to the editor through Oct. 31. To be ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/outgoing-ed-board-member-supports-bernstein-peldunas

C Suisse names Uk Ceo

David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months.

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/garrett-curran-named-new-uk-ceo-of-credit-suisse/

Nasdaq close to ending Facebook nightmare

David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months.

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/42m-owed-in-botched-stock-sale-of-facebook/

Goldman Sachs shows its charitable side

David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months.

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/goldman-sachs-tries-to-show-charitable-side/

Banker: there was an evil spirit in my house

David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months.

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/banker-there-was-a-ghost-in-my-house/

Police: Drunk Driver Hits Wall, Keeps Driving with Sparking Vehicle

A Port Chester Fire Chief called police when he saw a vehicle coming from Greenwich, Ct. that had heavy front end damage, deployed air bags and wheels sparking on Oct. 20 at 8:30 p.m. Port Chetser police responded to the call and found a driver, a 60-year-old Port Chester resident, who said he swerved to hit another car that was coming into his ... (more)

http://portchester.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-drunk-driver-hits-wall-keeps-driving-with-sparking-vehicle

Betty Anne Caldara, 97, Of Greenwich

... she taught for several years at the Shady Hill School. After her marriage, she lived in Rye before settling in Greenwich. In Greenwich she became active in community service and served at the Greenwich Hospital. She retired with her husband to ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/betty-anne-caldara-97-greenwich

Eda Seasongood Field Zahl, 87, Longtime Greenwich Resident

... King". She became a member of the American Wagner Society and edited their newsletter. She was a supporter of the Greenwich Public Library. She attended the First Church of Christ, Scientist, Greenwich. Zahl is survived by her children, Eda K. Zahl ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/eda-seasongood-field-zahl-87-longtime-greenwich-resident

Norwalk deli owner jailed in organized crime gambling scheme

... Judge Vanessa L. Bryant last week imposed a six-month prison term on Victor Amereno , 43, formerly of Stamford and Greenwich, who operates the Blue Cactus Grill on Stevens Street. Amereno was also ordered to forfeit $15,000. He pleaded guilty in ...

http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Norwalk-deli-owner-jailed-in-organized-crime-4931860.php

Letter: 1st Selectman Candidate Krumeich's Borrowing Plan 'Puts Taxpayer Interest First'

To the Editor: Of the three first selectman candidates, only Beth Krumeich puts Taxpayer interests first. Greenwich's governance system imposes a long and difficult path before any capital project. Deferral, delay and scope reduction are routine. ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-1st-selectman-candidate-krumeichs-borrowing-plan-puts-taxpayer-interest-first

Candidates Jason Auerbach, Warren Silver Outline Why They Want to Serve RTM

We are Jason Auerbach and Warren Silver and we have filed papers to run for Representative Town Meeting in Greenwich, District 8, to address the urgent budget and economic needs of our community.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/candidates-jason-auerbach-warren-silver-outline-why-they-want-to-serve-rtm

Ex-GOP Chair: Tax Collector Laudonia 'Takes Job Very Seriously'

... of courses over several years, and then passing a rigorous examination. Tod is the first - repeat, the first - Greenwich Tax Collector to have achieved this important certification. Importantly, Tod was not required to do it. He voluntarily did so ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/exgop-chair-tax-collector-laudonia-takes-job-very-seriously

Letter: Support Peter Tesei For Greenwich First Selectman

It is a pleasure to publicly express my support for Peter J. Tesei, to continue service as Greenwich First Selectman.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/opinion/letter-support-peter-tesei-greenwich-first-selectman

Female Athletes In Greenwich Invited To Take Part In Survey On Concussions

NORWALK, Conn. Norwalk's Katherine Snedaker is partnering with researchers from Clemson University to survey female athletes about past and present experiences with concussions.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/norwalk-woman-invites-female-athletes-take-part-survey-concussions

Coaltion led by Donald Kendall launches effort to keep kids identities safe

Donald Kendall of Greenwich, the co-founder, former chairman and CEO of PepsiCo is on a crusade to protect kids' identities.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Coaltion-led-by-Donald-Kendall-launches-effort-to-796532.php

RBS boss faces results test as break-up looms

... by his former girlfriend and the mother of his eldest child. David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months. Morgan ...

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/rbs-boss-faces-results-test-as-break-up-looms/

Sunday, October 27, 2013

$45,000 raised to support Person-to-Person

... communities on an annual basis. Guests sampled gourmet fare from food trucks and listened to live music by the Greenwich band The Short Bus. Lawn games such as corn hole and ping pong were a popular draw. The event also included a raffle and paddle ...

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/45-000-raised-to-support-Person-to-Person-4930341.php

How One Millennial Turned His Liberal Arts Degree Into A Six-Figure Job

... development at a startup called DropShop, selling luxury goods on the secondary market, when a customer from Greenwich, CT caught her eye. This client, who bought a lot of Chanel and Herms handbags, was especially picky and emailed suggestions about ...

http://www.forbes.com/sites/deborahljacobs/2013/10/27/how-one-millennial-turned-his-liberal-arts-degree-into-a-six-figure-job/

Greenwich Mom Charged With Risk Of Injury To A Minor Tops This Week's News

A new trial was ordered for Greenwich's Michael Skakel after his conviction for the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley was overturned.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/greenwich-mom-charged-risk-injury-minor-tops-week-s-news

Happy Birthday To Greenwich's Ralph Kiner

Kiner, who has owned a home in Greenwich, turns 91 on Sunday. The former baseball player and broadcaster was born Oct. 27, 1922, in Santa Rita, New Mexico.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/happy-birthday-greenwich-s-ralph-kiner

At $7.2 Million, Central Greenwich Home is Top Sale

The top sale in this week's real estate transactions is a Park Avenue property. Built in 1917 on two acres, this manse includes seven bedrooms, French doors in living room, paneled library, kitchen and family room open to large walled terrace, and a Har-tru tennis court, heated pool, formal gardens, cottage with media room and full apartment, ... (more)

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/real-estate/p/at-72-million-central-greenwich-home-is-top-sale

Letter: Novakowski Has 'Passion, Experience' To Be Elected Tax Collector

Have you noticed the signs on so many Greenwich residents' lawns supporting Rick Novakowski? If you know Rick at all, either personally or through his numerous involvement in town issues, you shouldn't be surprised.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-novakowski-has-passion-experience-to-be-elected-tax-collector

Letter: Tesei, Theis Are 'Proven Leaders'

Both Peter Tesei and David Theis have proven themselves to be true leaders. They have selflessly given of themselves in many ways working to make Greenwich a better place to live.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-tesei-theis-are-proven-leaders

New Canaan's Ranking On 'Rating The Towns' List Tops News This Week

... cycling in a Hit-And-Run accident on Route 302 in Bethel, the NewsTimes.com reported. A new trial was ordered for Greenwich resident and Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel after his conviction of the 1975 murder of Martha Moxley was overturned.

http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/news/new-canaan-s-ranking-rating-towns-list-tops-news-week

Camillo Supports Election of Peldunas to Board of Ed

... that I believe Brian can do, and do well. As a former high school History teacher, and one who went to our Greenwich schools, I have a strong interest in seeing our schools succeed, our students prepared, and our reputation ranked second to none. I ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/camillo-supports-election-of-peldunas-to-board-of-ed

Michael Skakel case timeline

Key events in the case of Michael Skakel, who has been in prison since 2002 for the murder of his Greenwich neighbor, 15-year-old Martha Moxley in 1975: Oct. 30, 1975: Greenwich teenager Martha Moxley beaten to death with a golf club, later traced to a set of clubs owned by Michael Skakel's late mother.

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Michael-Skakel-case-timeline-4929699.php

Saturday, October 26, 2013

Retrial odds may favor Skakel

... judge Thomas Bishop granted the imprisoned nephew of Robert F. Kennedy a new trial in the 1975 murder of Greenwich teenager Martha Moxley. So much for the connection to America's most star-crossed political dynasty, one that makes Skakel's family ...

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Retrial-odds-may-favor-Skakel-4929394.php

Michael Skakel: Did Kennedy cousin convicted of teen's murder get a fair trial?

... of Michael Skakel. He claims two of his childhood friends boasted about committing the murder. "They went up to Greenwich on several occasions with Tony. That one of them ... became obsessed with Martha Moxley," Kennedy explained. Armed with this ...

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-18559_162-57609469/michael-skakel-did-kennedy-cousin-convicted-of-teens-murder-get-a-fair-trial/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+CBSNews48Hours+%2848+Hours%3A+CBSNews.com%29

Retrial odds may favor Michael Skakel

... judge Thomas Bishop granted the imprisoned nephew of Robert F. Kennedy a new trial in the 1975 murder of Greenwich teenager Martha Moxley. So much for the connection to America's most star-crossed political dynasty, one that makes Skakel's family ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Retrial-odds-may-favor-Skakel-4929394.php

High school football roundup: Bullard-Havens tops O'Brien Tech

... pass, rushed for two more scores, caught a touchdown pass and returned an interception for a touchdown for Greenwich (4-3). The Cardinals scored 28 of their 42 points in the second quarter, en route to a 35-7 halftime lead. Fairfield Warde (2-5) ...

http://www.ctpost.com/highschool/article/High-school-football-roundup-Bullard-Havens-tops-4929538.php

The Dish: Keith Richards seen in Ridgefield

Scene ... Former NBA player Allan Houston , now assistant general manager of the New York Knicks , and his wife Tamara, who are Greenwich residents, were seen having dinner at Rebecca's on Glenville Road Thursday night.

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/The-Dish-Keith-Richards-seen-in-Ridgefield-4928975.php

Greenwich routs Warde

Austin Longi of Greenwich extends the ball over the goal line for a touchdown off a second quarter interception during the high school football game between Greenwich High School and Fairfield Warde High School at Greenwich, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013.

http://www.newstimes.com/sports/article/Greenwich-routs-Warde-for-Homecoming-win-4928999.php

Warde can't stop Greenwich, Longi

Austin Longi of Greenwich extends the ball over the goal line for a touchdown off a second quarter interception during the high school football game between Greenwich High School and Fairfield Warde High School at Greenwich, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013.

http://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/Greenwich-routs-Warde-for-Homecoming-win-4928999.php

Greenwich routs Warde

Austin Longi was a one-man gang Saturday, scoring nearly every conceivable way in the Greenwich High School football team's 42-7 win over visiting Fairfield Warde.

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/sports/article/Greenwich-routs-Warde-for-Homecoming-win-4928999.php

Prepster paradise: A whale of a new store in The Woodlands is anything but subtle

... area retail location of the uber-preppy Vineyard Vines . Founders (and brothers) Shep & Ian Murray, who grew up in Greenwich, Conn., and spent summers at Martha's Vineyard, were both unfulfilled and unhappy as grown-ups in their Manhattan corporate ...

http://houston.culturemap.com/news/fashion/10-26-13-prepster-paradise-a-whale-of-a-new-store-in-the-woodlands-is-anything-but-subtle/

Video: CT Farmers Bring Organic Produce to Old Greenwich

... Amy Burke. "I've bought lots of apples, some big ones for baking and I bought vegetables, potatoes, leeks," said Greenwich resident Gabrielle Whitehead. "When you're eating organic, you're not getting any of the pesticides, you're not getting ...

http://greenwich.itsrelevant.com/content/16161/CT-Farmers-Bring-Organic-Produce-to-Old-Greenwich

Video: United Nations Day at Julian Curtiss

Greenwich and the Julian Curtiss School of World Languages celebrated United Nations Day with two flag ceremonies and the Parade of Nations on Thursday.

http://greenwich.itsrelevant.com/content/16166/United-Nations-Day-at-Julian-Curtiss

Camillo Supports Re-Election of Sherr to Board of Ed

... on November 5th. Fred Camillo State Representative (R-151) ( Editor's note: More letters to the editor regarding Greenwich elections may be found in our elections and government categories. Greenwich Patch will publish election-related letters to ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/camillo-supports-reelection-of-sherr-to-board-of-ed

Weekends Have Gone to the Dogs on Patch

Local animal rescue volunteer Tina Aronson will be at Pet Pantry in Greenwich on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 12:00noon to 3:00p.m. with all seven of her puppies.

http://norwalk.patch.com/groups/goodnews/p/meet-some-puppies-this-weekend

Bloom and Kerr

British actor Orlando Bloom and Australian model Miranda Kerr have separated after three years of marriage, the couple said on Friday.

http://www.courant.com/entertainment/sns-rt-us-mirandakerr-orlandobloom-20131025,0,5645382.story

JP Morgan agrees to $5.1bn fine with mortgage regulator

... by his former girlfriend and the mother of his eldest child. David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months. Morgan ...

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/26/jp-morgan-agrees-to-51bn-fine-with-mortgage-regulator/

UK economy roars ahead with fastest growth in 3 years

... by his former girlfriend and the mother of his eldest child. David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months. Morgan ...

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/26/uk-economy-roars-ahead-with-fastest-growth-in-3-years/

Former Greenwich Board of Ed Members Reveal Who They Support for Election

... informed questioning, a shared sense of purpose and a willingness to work together to achieve a better future. Greenwich voters must send a message that they want a Board who will collectively confront the challenges facing the District, starting ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/former-greenwich-board-of-ed-members-reveal-who-they-support-for-election

State Rep. Floren Urges RTM Ok of Greenwich Community Garden Plan

As a "dirt gardener" my entire life and a volunteer with Greenwich Community Gardens for five years, I urge the 230 members of the Representative Town Meeting to approve a lasting legacy for all of Greenwich.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/state-rep-floren-urges-rtm-ok-of-greenwich-community-garden-plan

Gop Bet Members: Their Plan Represents 'Stability, Progress and Leadership'

To preserve Greenwich as a premier town in which to raise and educate a family, own a business, and invest, the Town's financial plan must provide and maintain fiscal stability.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/gop-bet-members-their-plan-represents-stability-progress-and-leadership

Greenwich School Board To Address Racial Balance Case With State

The Greenwich Public Schools Board of Education voted to begin talks with state education officials regarding citations it received for a racially unbalanced student population at Hamilton Avenue and New Lebanon schools, greenwichtime.com reports.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/greenwich-school-board-address-racial-balance-case-state

Greenwich YMCA Marlins Smash 30-Year-Old Swim Record

The Greenwich YMCA Marlins Boys 11-12-year-old 200-yard freestyle relay team recently broke a 30-year-old state record at the first qualifying swim meet of the season.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/greenwich-ymca-marlins-smash-30-year-old-swim-record

Eliot firm cutting Nova Scotia ferry service deal

... of Maine Maritime Academy, he was most recently operations and technical manager of TransAtlantic Lines in Greenwich, Conn., and has worked for several other shipping companies. "We are pleased to be invited to negotiate the terms for a mutually ...

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130816-BIZ-308160383

Friday, October 25, 2013

Norwalk deli owner convicted in gambling operation

... District Judge Vanessa L. Bryant imposed a six-month prison term on Victor Amereno, 43, formerly of Stamford and Greenwich, who operates the Blue Cactus Grill on Stevens Street in Norwalk. Amereno was also ordered to forfeit $15,000. He pleaded ...

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Norwalk-deli-owner-convicted-in-gambling-operation-4927707.php

Initial public offerings scheduled to debut next week

... following is a list of initial public offerings planned for the coming week. Sources include Renaissance Capital, Greenwich, CT (www.renaissancecapital.com) and SEC filings. 58.com - Beijing, China, 11 million American depositary shares, each ...

http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/10/25/3711109/initial-public-offerings-scheduled.html

Barclays Liable in $300 Million Black Diamond Capital Suit

... Management LLC seeking more than $300 million in collateral from a derivative agreement. BDC Finance LLC, one of Greenwich, Connecticut-based Black Diamond's funds, sued Barclays in New York State Supreme Court in Manhattan in October 2008, saying ...

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-MV6JX96TTDS201-6UBJGBV8QGQO73MKVAI1OQ4K1B

Greenwich hoping to get back on track vs. Fairfield Warde

Battling back from a 13-point halftime deficit, the Greenwich High School football team was in position to record a huge road win against FCIAC rival Trumbull last week - a victory that would have kept the Cardinals in postseason contention.

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/sports/article/Greenwich-hoping-to-get-back-on-track-vs-4926635.php

Twitter posts roadshow video

... range, Twitter would command a fully diluted market value of $12.8 billion, according to Renaissance Capital in Greenwich, Conn. The company booked $534 million in sales for the 12 months ended Sept. 30 and, though it has lost money on a GAAP basis, ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/blog/2013/10/twitter-posts-roadshow-video.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_45+%28Semiconductor+Industry+News%29

Kennedy cousin DID club my daughter to death with a golf club,...

... of bludgeoning 15-year-old Martha Moxley to death with a golf club after a Halloween party in the upmarket area of Greenwich, Connecticut. His first whiff of freedom in over a decade came after a judge on Wednesday put his 20-years-to-life guilty ...

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2477032/Kennedy-cousin-DID-club-daughter-death-golf-club-insists-tearful-mother-Michael-Skakel-faces-retrial.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

Gramercy Pushing Investors on Argentina Debt Solution

... payments to investors with defaulted securities, according to five bondholders approached by officials from the Greenwich, Connecticut-based firm. Gramercy would then seek to persuade holders of defaulted securities to drop their lawsuits, according ...

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-10-25/gramercy-pushing-investors-on-argentina-debt-solution.html

Creepy Crawling Credit Card Thief Gets 16 Years in Jail

This article was written by Barbara Heins . The mastermind of a credit card and identity theft ring that preyed upon women attending movies in Greenwich, has been sentenced to 16 years in jail.

http://fairfield.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/creepy-crawling-credit-card-thief-gets-16-years-in-jail_566dd9f8

Creepy Crawling Credit Card Thief Gets 16 Years in Jail

Written by Barbara Heins The mastermind of a credit card and identity theft ring that preyed upon women attending movies in Greenwich, has been sentenced to 16 years in jail.

http://wilton.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/creepy-crawling-credit-card-thief-gets-16-years-in-jail_d18c8bdd

Lawyers fight to get Skakel out on bail

... of prison. Wednesday, a Connecticut appellate court judge granted Michael Skakel a new trial in the murder of his Greenwich neighbor Martha Moxley back in the 70s. ROCKVILLE, Conn. (WTNH)-- One day after a judge granted him a new murder trial, ...

http://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/skakels-lawyers-work-to-get-bail

Man Gets 16 Years In Prison For Stealing Identities At Connecticut Theaters

A Philadelphia man who stole hundreds of thousands of dollars by stealing credit card information and identities of a moviegoers, including at theaters in Fairfield and Greenwich, will serve 16 years in federal prison, a statement from Acting U.S. Attorney for Connecticut Deirdre Daly.

http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/news/man-gets-16-years-prison-stealing-identities-connecticut-theaters

Dan Austin, radio station manager, leaving Albany area

... owned by CBS Radio, before returning to Albany in August 2011 to join Townsquare. Townsquare, which is based in Greenwich, Connecticut, owns five area radio stations. They are country WGNA, 107.7 FM; the "Q-103" rock simulcast of WQBK, 103.9 FM and ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/albany/morning_call/2013/10/radio-market-manager-leaving-albany.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_albany+%28Business+Review+of+Albany%29

Guide to Open Houses in Greenwich

Here's a list of upcoming open houses in Greenwich. Real estate agents and home owners: If you don't see your open house listed anywhere here, you can post it to Zillow or post an announcement on Greenwich Patch or post a comment right on this page to tell everybody.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/real-estate/p/guide-to-open-houses-in-greenwich_2b47e23b

Kennedy Cousin Granted New Trial in 1975 Killing

... is not affiliated with the case, told ABC News. Martha Moxley, 15, was found beaten to death on Oct. 30, 1975 in Greenwich, Conn., with a golf club, later traced to a set owned by Skakel's late mother. No arrests were made in the Moxley murder case ...

http://abcnews.go.com/US/kennedy-cousin-michael-skakel-granted-trial-1975-killing/story?id=20665772

Thursday, October 24, 2013

Christopher Sears Griffith, Greenwich Resident

Christopher Sears Griffith, a long-time resident of Greenwich Avenue, died on Oct. 20, 2013.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/christopher-sears-griffith-greenwich-resident

Nephew of Kennedy clan who was jailed for 1975 murder of teenage girl is granted retrial

... decade after he was convicted of murdering a neighbour when he and the victim were teenagers in a ritzy enclave of Greenwich, Connecticut, Michael Skakel, a nephew of the Kennedy clan, has been granted a fresh trial, a milestone in his long quest to ...

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/nephew-of-kennedy-clan-who-was-jailed-for-1975-murder-of-teenage-girl-is-granted-retrial-8902395.html

Pearson's trick: Smaller treats on Halloween

... said CEO Michael Keller , who took over in 2011 after private equity firm Brynwood Partners bought the company. Greenwich, Conn.-based Brynwood invested "hundreds of thousands of dollars" in a new high-speed flow wrapper, which covers smaller ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/twincities/news/2013/10/24/pearsons-tries-to-make-halloween.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_56+%28Restaurant+Industry+News%29

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