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Friday, February 27, 2015

Mike Richter talks 'life-altering' effect of concussions

... the founder and managing partner of Healthy Planet Partners, an environmentally conscious company based in Greenwich, Conn. Concussions are especially difficult to diagnose at youth levels, where the least amount of information is available, but ...

http://www.nydailynews.com/sports/hockey/rangers/mike-richter-talks-life-altering-effect-concussions-article-1.2132422

Failed golf network that got $5M from Malloy criticized for extravagance

... par on a single hole. Where Malloy saw potential, his rival for the 2010 Democratic gubernatorial nomination, Greenwich cable television magnate Ned Lamont , saw risk. "It's one more reason why you probably don't want the state of Connecticut ...

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Failed-golf-network-that-got-5M-from-Malloy-6106553.php

New Lebanon students change lunch tables for a day

First-grader Yajaira Castro-Constanza, left, and fifth-grader Madison Tessar talk during a Diversity Day activity at New Lebanon School in Greenwich, Conn. Friday, Feb. 27, 2015.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/New-Lebanon-students-change-lunch-tables-for-a-day-6106506.php

GHS students give up class breaks to donate blood

Greenwich High School senior Matheus Souza waits to get his blood drawn during the blood drive at the high school on Friday, Feb. 27, 2015. Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/GHS-students-give-up-class-breaks-to-donate-blood-6106528.php

Failed golf network that got $5M from Malloy criticized for extravagance

... par on a single hole. Where Malloy saw potential, his rival for the 2010 Democratic gubernatorial nomination, Greenwich cable television magnate Ned Lamont , saw risk. "It's one more reason why you probably don't want the state of Connecticut ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Failed-golf-network-that-got-5M-from-Malloy-6106553.php

Failed golf network that got $5M from Malloy criticized for extravagance

... par on a single hole. Where Malloy saw potential, his rival for the 2010 Democratic gubernatorial nomination, Greenwich cable television magnate Ned Lamont , saw risk. "It's one more reason why you probably don't want the state of Connecticut ...

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Failed-golf-network-that-got-5M-from-Malloy-6106553.php

Future of Mackenzie's in Old Greenwich unclear

Speculation has been swirling through Old Greenwich this week about the fate of Mackenzie's Grill Room, an institution in the neighborhood for decades. "If it's for sale, I hope they would stay open," said Richard Fulton , head of the Old Greenwich Merchants Association .

http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Future-of-Mackenzie-s-in-Old-Greenwich-unclear-6106495.php

Parents of Emily Fedorko lobby for boating safety

Greenwich resident Joseph Fedorko, center, testifies in favor of a boating safety bill before the General Assembly's Environment Committee in Hartford Friday. At his sides are wife Pam Fedorko and state Sen. L. Scott Frantz, R-36th.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Parents-of-Emily-Fedorko-lobby-for-boating-safety-6106349.php

Byram Shore Road mansion on market for $29.5 million

The mansion at 207 Byram Shore Road in Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015, is on the market for $29.5 million. Photo: Bob Luckey The mansion at 207 Byram Shore Road in Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2015, has striking views of Long Island Sound and is on the market for $29.5 million.

http://www.newstimes.com/business/article/Byram-Shore-Road-mansion-on-market-for-29-5-6106422.php

7 Things You Shouldn't Say to Someone Who's Had an Eating Disorder

... thoughts by saying something inappropriate. Judith Mosesso, LMSW, primary therapist at the Renfrew Center in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, emphasizes that every patient is different-what makes one person uncomfortable may not bother another. But, as a ...

http://news.health.com/2015/02/27/7-things-you-shouldnt-say-to-someone-whos-had-an-eating-disorder/

Jammed Roads Greet Commuters Friday In Fairfield County

... cleared by 5 p.m. Traffic, however, was still heavy in both directions. Interstate 95 northbound was clogged from Greenwich through Bridgeport. An afternoon fire in Bridgeport provided an early start to the commuting hassle.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/news/jammed-roads-greet-commuters-friday-fairfield-county

Mail Carrier Sues Yonkers Dog Owner Over Bite Incident

YONKERS, N.Y. A postman from Greenwich, Conn., is suing a dog owner in Yonkers, stating her dog bit him and forced him to flee quickly, causing him to twist his right knee and ankle, reports lohud .

http://yonkers.dailyvoice.com/news/mail-carrier-sues-yonkers-dog-owner-over-bite-incident

Surviving divorce after 50

... to live on under one budget, and now will have to break up," says Lili Vasileff, a certified financial planner in Greenwich, Connecticut. That makes planning your moves, both during and after the split, all the more important. Here's what to ...

http://www.bankrate.com/financing/retirement/jean-chatzky-surviving-divorce-after-50/

Discover the World of Gardening in Greenwich

Even though the ground is still covered with snow and ice, it's not too early to start thinking about gardening. The first is at 10 a.m. Feb. 28 when local microgreens guru Chris Hadin of Abilis leads the workshop 'Growing Microgreens: Your Own Indoor Flavor Garden' at the Abilis green house, 50 Glenville St. Attendees of the workshop, that's being co-hosted by Greenwich Community Gardens, will receive one packet of Microgreen seeds and a free Microgreens growing guide.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/discover-world-gardening-greenwich-0?

Greenwich's Khan Named Director Of Programs At Food Bank For Westchester

ELMSFORD, N.Y. Ayesha Khan, a Greenwich resident, has been appointed director of programs and network services at The Food Bank for Westchester. In her new role, Khan is responsible for overseeing the Food Bank's diverse range of programs that, last year alone, facilitated the distribution of 7.2 million pounds of food - providing 6 million meals to families, senior citizens and children across the county.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/food-bank-westchester-names-ayesha-khan-its-director-programs

Women Of Vision Plan Annual Luncheon Benefit In Greenwich

GREENWICH, Conn. The "Strong Women, Strong World" annual luncheon will be hosted at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich on March 2. Schaefer has been a voice for oppressed and trafficked women and children in Peru and throughout Latin America.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/women-vision-plan-annual-luncheon-benefit-greenwich

Starwood Capital Group, Melia Acquire Spanish Resorts Through New Joint Venture

... Starwood Capital Group is a private investment firm with a core focus on global real estate. Headquartered in Greenwich, CT, the Firm maintains 12 offices in six countries around the world. Starwood Capital Group has raised more than $30 billion of ...

http://www.hospitalitynet.org/news/154000320/4069245.html

Starwood Capital Group, Melia Acquire Spanish Resorts Through New Joint Venture

... Starwood Capital Group is a private investment firm with a core focus on global real estate. Headquartered in Greenwich, CT, the Firm maintains 12 offices in six countries around the world. Starwood Capital Group has raised more than $30 billion of ...

http://www.hftp.org/index.cfm?feedItem=http://hftp2.hsyndicate.com/news/4069245.html

Market watchers wonder if hot biotech IPO boom can continue

... far in 2015, half as many as went public in the first two months of last year, according to Renaissance Capital, a Greenwich, Conn., firm that manages IPO-focused exchange-traded funds. As for investor appetite, this year's early IPOs are trading up ...

http://www.bostonglobe.com/business/2015/02/27/market-watchers-wonder-hot-biotech-ipo-boom-can-continue/MXLREAgrQanPxS6JtfjzxI/story.html

Greenwich retains FCIAC Boys Swim title

Greenwich swimmer Thomas Dillinger does the breaststroke in 200 IM event that he won during the FCIAC Boys Swimming Championship at Greenwich High School, Conn., Thursday, Feb. 26, 2015. Greenwich High School won the championship and Dillinger went on to win the 100 yard breaststroke event with a FCIAC record time of 55.89.

http://m.newstimes.com/sports/article/Greenwich-retains-FCIAC-Boys-Swim-title-6104549.php