Mosquitoes found in 12 Connecticut towns

... County -- tested positive for West Nile. The pests were found in the following communities: Bridgeport, Fairfield, Greenwich, Norwalk, Stamford, Stratford, Westport, East Haven, Glastonbury, Manchester, New Haven and Plainfield. So far, this West ...

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Mosquitoes-found-in-12-Connecticut-towns-4712704.php

Four divers set new records while competing in Fairfield County Swimming League

... which was held recently at the Claude-Robillard Sports Centre in Montreal, Quebec. Photo: Contributed Photo Greenwich YMCA diver Elizabeth Fitzpatrick, 15, took part in a two day clinic conducted by 1992 Olympic Silver medalist Scott Donie. ...

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Four-divers-set-new-records-while-competing-in-4712668.php

Car Vandals Continue to Target Western Greenwich Car Owners

The spree of vandalizing cars parked in the Pemberwick neighborhood on the western side of Greenwich continues unabated.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/car-vandals-continue-to-target-western-greenwich-car-owners

EXCLUSIVE: Cos Cob, Byram Teenagers And Other Greenwich Heroin Users Arrested

Five Connecticut Residents were arrested for shooting up heroin in the parking structure at Waterfront Place in Port Chester on July 25th. Port Chester's Police Department responded at 5 PM to a report of people in two cars next to each other doing drugs. One teenager Jeffery Ricci, aged 19, got out of the car and threw two envelopes containing heroin on the ground. Alexandra Pollio also attempted to discard her wallet that contained several envelopes of Heroin. Jeffery Ricci of 11 Mianus Terrace In Cos Cob was charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance. and possession of marijuana. Alexandra Pollio of 68 Summit Ridge Road In Stamford Connecticut, Kasey Hernandez of of 14 Rich Avenue in the Byram section of Greenwich and Danny Henry Street in the Byram section of Greenwich were all charged with criminal possession of a controlled substance. Eric Goldstein, of 34 Comley Avenue in the Glenville section of Greenwich was charged with possession of marijuana. But Greenwich Police Department Detectives don't have time to investigate the food of Herion that has hit Greenwich this year, because they are too busy investigating Facebook complaints from their off duty employer Frank "1.3 Million Dollar A Year" Corvino.

http://www.topix.com/city/greenwich-ct/2013/08/exclusive-cos-cob-byram-teenagers-and-other-greenwich-heroin-users-arrested

The New IPO Boom

... crisis and banking problems in both areas, says Linda Killian, a portfolio manager at Renaissance Capital, a Greenwich, Conn. firm that runs an IPO fund and researches new offerings. "This is the first time in a number of years that we've been able ...

http://online.barrons.com/article/SB50001424052748704329604578638300022357518.html?mod=BOL_hpp_emc

Dancing for Children and Adults; Art Exhibit Illuminates Conservationism

... rant, and guests are invited to begin dancing with them at 8pm. The restaurant is located at 554 Old Post Road #3, Greenwich Ct.

http://rye.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/dancing-for-children-and-adults-art-exhibit-illuminates-conservationism

Wilton Wahoos Crown 3 Swimming Champions At Nationals

... eighth. The Wahoos finished fourth with men and women combined. Stephen Homquist won the men's 800. Eric Ronda of Greenwich won the 100 breaststroke, setting national and Connecticut records in the process. Ian Rainey of Westport won the 1,500 free.

http://wilton.dailyvoice.com/sports/wilton-wahoos-crown-3-swimming-champions-nationals

Houghton IPO could raise $250m, analysts say

... Houghton said it planned to raise up to $100 million by selling stock to the public. But Renaissance Capital, a Greenwich, Conn., firm that tracks IPOs, predicts an offering would fetch as much as $250 million. Tom Taulli, editor of the ...

http://www.bostonglobe.com/business/2013/08/05/houghton-mifflin-harcourt-files-for-ipo/P7Emtpt3HojFsgnbsrkAuO/story.html

Vampire Murders End in Greenwich: New Book Six in the Margaret of Greenwich (R) Young Adult Series

"Death and destruction is what they'll get. Death and Destruction!" Thus begins Margaret and Velda, Book Six in the Margaret of Greenwich Young Adult series by R. L. Rhyse and published by Wyston Books, Inc. These novels narrate the lives of a poor teenager and her wealthy friends in the richest town in America.

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/8/prweb10754385.htm

How a Beige Book Shed Light on China's Shadow Economy

... hovering around 4%. Unfortunately, the measure excludes migrant and rural workers. Miller likens it to "going to Greenwich, Conn., and surveying 36-to-40-year-old white males." The China Beige Book, on the other hand, shows a job market full of ...

http://world.time.com/2013/08/05/how-a-beige-book-could-shed-light-on-chinas-shadow-economy/?xid=rss-topstories&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+time%2Ftopstories+%28TIME%3A+Top+Stories%29

Jewel High Collection is now available at the Garden State Mall

... , call 717-659-1411, visit www.talkofthetownpr.com or write Talk of the Town PR, 100 Melrose Ave, Suite 206, Greenwich, CT 06830. Disclaimer : Issuers of the press releases are solely responsible for the content of their press releases. PRLog can't ...

http://www.prlog.org/12187355-jewel-high-collection-is-now-available-at-the-garden-state-mall.html

A Staunch Supporter Has Died

... Caitlin, Ben, Bo and Caroline, of Short Hills, NJ; Andrew, Heliane and their children, Maddy, Jack and Anna, of Greenwich, CT; and Douglas, Tracey and their children, Taylor, Ashley, Abbey and Cameron, of Summit, NJ; brother, Joe Green, of ...

http://www.centredaily.com/2013/08/05/3721306/a-staunch-supporter-has-died.html#storylink=rss

Hollywood Mega-Producer Lists $32M Home

Hollywood mega-producer Bob Weinstein listed his home in Greenwich, Conn. for $32 million.

http://abcnews.go.com/Business/slideshow/bob-weinsteins-conn-mansion-sale-32-million-6636854

Charles W. Ford, Sr., 76, Lifelong Riverside Resident, Painting Contractor

Ford was a painting contractor in Greenwich for over 40 years. He was a volunteer driver for the American Red Cross in Greenwich and loved helping people.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/charles-w-ford-sr-76-lifelong-riverside-resident-painting-contractor

Mary Dudas, 59, Of Greenwich, Administrative Assistant, Town Of Greenwich

... Chester, N.Y., to George Lowden and Edythe LaPolice-Lowden. She was an administrative assistant for the Town of Greenwich for many years. Dudas is survived by her parents; children, Walter Dudas Jr., Megan Dudas, and Melissa Dudas; sisters, Barbara ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/mary-dudas-59-greenwich-administrative-assistant-town-greenwich

Richard Stephan Basile, 47, Of Greenwich, Master Sheet Metal Worker

Basile was born July 25, 1966, in Greenwich, son of Richard Basile and Christine Basile of Stamford.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/richard-stephan-basile-47-greenwich-master-sheet-metal-worker

Margaret A. Derocle, 92, Longtime Greenwich Resident

Derocle was born March 30, 1921, in Manhattan where she resided along with her husband and family until moving to Greenwich in 1969.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/margaret-derocle-92-longtime-greenwich-resident

Jobs Numbers Have You Down? There's Something You Can Do

... help! Volunteering with Family Centers' Reaching Independence Through Employment ( RITE ) program in Stamford and Greenwich can be as easy as brushing up on your job skills. The agency's RITE program helps clients gain greater self-sufficiency ...

http://darien.patch.com/groups/rachel-reeses-blog/p/help-your-neighbor-on-the-road-to-employment

Moving Forward, Looking Back / Remnants of Fairfield farming tradition survive

... has been farming oysters since the 1940s, and they work an astounding 24,000 acres of oyster beds from Branford to Greenwich. Fairfield's smallest farm is a 400-square-foot sliver of pasture that was passed along from an adjacent pasture. The other ...

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/opinion/article/Moving-Forward-Looking-Back-Remnants-of-4706988.php

What To Do In Greenwich This Week

Here are a few highlights of things to do in Greenwich this week. Check out our Events calendar for more items.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-greenwich-week-21

Metro-North New Haven Line Schedule Adjustments As Of Monday, August 5th

... stations 1-2 minutes later than the times shown in the July 1 timetables. This train will no longer stop at Greenwich. a The 4:27 PM from Stamford to New York will depart Stamford station 5 minutes earlier, at 4:22 PM. Times at all other stations ...

http://madison-ct.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/metronorth-new-haven-line-schedule-adjustments-as-of-monday-august-5th

Podraza offers response

East Greenwich High School Principal Michael Podraza recently stated that the school, which received a 'warning' classification from the Rhode Island Department of Education, will rise to the challenge in closing the achievement gaps, but also noted that the NECAP scores in both math and writing are still among the highest in the state.

http://www.ricentral.com/content/podraza-offers-response

First Tee: Pat Wilson captures Met Amateur in convincing fashion over Trevor Randolph

... title in convincing fashion over Trevor Randolph of Wyckoff, 8 & 7, in the 36-hole final at the Stanwich Club in Greenwich, Conn. "I played well on the back nine, he just outplayed me for sure," Wilson told the MGA's website after the win. "I just ...

http://www.nj.com/golf/index.ssf/2013/08/first_tee_pat_wilson_captures.html

XPO Logistics Announces Common Stock Offering

GREENWICH, Connecticut - August 5, 2013 - XPO Logistics, Inc. today announced that it has commenced an underwritten public offering of 8,000,000 shares of its common stock, subject to market and other conditions.

http://www.pr-inside.com/xpo-logistics-announces-common-stock-offering-r3761787.htm

Pizza Fritta, Bike a Ride and a Bit of Broadway in Greenwich

... 5:22 p.m. Sunrise is at 5:53 a.m. with sunset at 8:06 a.m. Life's a Trip: Bike the Ride! - Learn about cycling in Greenwich. Greenwich Safe Cycling, Green Drinks and the YMCA team up for a fun, family night all about cycling in Greenwich on ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/pizza-fritta-bike-a-ride-and-a-bit-of-broadway-in-greenwich

How a Beige Book Could Shed Light on China's Shadow Economy

... hovering around 4%. Unfortunately, the measure excludes migrant and rural workers. Miller likens it to, "Going to Greenwich, Connecticut, and surveying 36-to-40-year-old white males." The China Beige Book, on the other hand, shows a job market full ...

http://world.time.com/2013/08/05/how-a-beige-book-could-shed-light-on-chinas-shadow-economy/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+timeblogs%2Fthe_china_blog+%28TIME%3A+The+China+Blog%29

Obituary: Richard S. Basile, 47; Greenwich Native, Metal Sheet Worker

... away peacefully after a short courageous battle against cancer. He was 47. . Richard was born on July 25, 1966 in Greenwich, he was the loving son of Christine Basile of Stamford, and the late Richard Basile. Mr. Basile was a 1984 graduate of ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/obituary-richard-s-basile-47-greenwich-native-metal-sheet-worker

Letter: Selectman Marzullo Seeks Voter Support, Ideas to Improve Community

To the Editor: A little over four years ago, I asked voters to take a chance on a rather unknown face in Greenwich politics.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/letter-selectman-marzullo-seeks-voter-support-ideas-to-improve-community

Cake Boss To Move Into Connecticut With Shop In Greenwich

Carlo's Bakery, the setting of the famous TLC series "Cake Boss," will open up a new shop in downtown Greenwich, according to NBC Connecticut .

http://wilton.dailyvoice.com/business/cake-boss-move-connecticut-shop-greenwich

Pops and 'robbers': Rich kid says dad emptying trust fund

... trust funds in residences, yachts and personal property he uses for his own personal benefit." Tres, who lives in Greenwich, Conn., says the fund was established when he was 18 with his dad and his mom, Barbara, as trustees. After being threatened ...

http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/manhattan/pops_and_robbers_To73aA3vAm77iY9gFB11XL?

Business Briefs: Ontario steel workers reject offer

... and accompanying Westin Convention Center hotel Downtown are under new ownership. Starwood Capital Group, a Greenwich, Conn.-based global investment company, formally closed on the purchase of the properties today. The sales price was not ...

http://www.post-gazette.com/stories/business/news/ontario-steel-workers-reject-offer-697813/

Suspects Sought in Country Club Thefts

Police agencies throughout the region, from Greenwich to Stratford, have been investigating the spate of thefts from cars left unlocked by owners.

http://stratford.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/suspects-sought-in-area-country-club-thefts_3f37a7d6

Odyssey of a Golfing Caddie

... John Dunn explained how he started with working as a caddie for their golf course The Stanwich Club in Greenwich, Connecticut while in high school. He continued to work as a caddie while he was in college and would return each summer to make a good ...

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art181217.asp

Got A Question For Congressman Himes?

... national issues seemingly goes on and on. Or maybe you're just wondering what Congressman Jim Himes is doing for Greenwich? Well, here's your chance. Ahead of Patch's meeting on Tuesday with Himes, the third-term Democrat representing Connecticut's ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/got-a-question-for-congressman-himes_17d64ef8

Hedge funds: from rock stars to fallen stars?

This aerial photograph shows the Greenwich, Conn. estate belonging to billionaire hedge fund owner Stephen Cohen, Friday, July 26, 2013.

http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20130804/business/708049974/

Western Middle School essay winners announced, judged by Sally Bliumis-Dunn

The Young Writers Showcase is a partnership between the Greenwich Citizen and Town middle school teachers and students designed to strengthen writing skills.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Western-Middle-School-essay-winners-announced-341222.php

Hilfiger Estate for Sale ... on Nantucket

... in 1996-four years before they divorced in 2000, after 20 years of marriage. Both continue to maintain homes in Greenwich. The mansion "Point of View" has 10 bedrooms, eight baths and 180-degree views over Nantucket Harbor, Jetties and Nantucket ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/real-estate/p/hilfiger-estate-for-sale--on-nantucket

Top Greenwich Home Sale: $5.1 Million North Street Estate

There were several home sales in the $3 to $5 million range in mid-July. For the week of July 15, the top sale recorded was $5.1 million for the 10-bedroom, seven-bath Georgian mansion built in 1906.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/real-estate/p/top-greenwich-home-sale-51-million-north-street-estate

West Nile Mosquitoes In Greenwich Top News This Week

The West Nile virus was found recently in mosquitoes in Greenwich, according to town Director of Health Caroline Calderone Baisley.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/west-nile-mosquitoes-greenwich-top-news-week

Wappingers to probe John Jay teacher's robbery charge

... of peace, sixth-degree larceny and third-degree assault, misdemeanors. Negro's attorney, Philip Russell of Greenwich, Conn., said his client is cooperating with the ongoing police investigation. "Nicholas is trying to make this right," Russell ...

http://www.poughkeepsiejournal.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.poughkeepsiejournal.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013308030032%26nclick_check%3D1

6 Mistakes You Should Never Make On LinkedIn

... by Bullhorn Reach says 97.3% of those surveyed used LinkedIn as a recruiting tool in 2012. Looking for a job in Greenwich? Check Greenwich.Patch.com's jobs page. Having a profile is a great first step, but if you're like many professionals, you ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/6-mistakes-you-should-never-make-on-linkedin_22fe2d2b

Dinner al Fresco in Greenwich

Fresh fruit for dinner? Why not? A cottontail makes quick work of a freshly fallen pear in western Greenwich Saturday evening.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/dinner-al-fresco-in-greenwich

Montclair Times Engagement Announcement: Donnelly-Landrove

... ll in 2005 with a bachelor of science in business administration. He works in fund finance at Lone Pine Capitol in Greenwich, Connecticut and is pursing a masters of business administration from New York University Stern School of Business.

http://www.northjersey.com/community/218232001_Montclair_Times_Engagement_Announcement__Donnelly-Landrove.html

West Nile discovery could be start of a bad season

Mosquitoes trapped in Mianus River Park in Greenwich on July 18 tested positive for West Nile virus, the state Mosquito Management Program announced Tuesday.

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/West-Nile-discovery-could-be-start-of-a-bad-season-4704971.php

Killed mountain lion 'crossed US'

... which neighbours that state to the east, in late 2009 to early 2010. On 5 June, the lion was seen at a school in Greenwich, Connecticut. It was struck and killed on 11 June about 01:00 local time. In addition, scientists said the cat was neither ...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-14303496#sa-ns_mchannel=rss&ns_source=PublicRSS20-sa

The Top 10 most expensive homes in America

... piece of real estate put on the open market in recent history. Dubbed, quite innocuously, Copper Beech Farms, this Greenwich, Conn., property blew the last most expensive home out of the water when it was listed in May. Its predecessor in the top ...

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-505145_162-57596637/the-top-10-most-expensive-homes-in-america/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+CBSNewsPCAnswer+%28PC+Answer%3A+CBSNews.com%29

A Farmer Opens Up about Clamming

... year and seven this summer. In addition to Monroe, Pepe's Cream of the Crop can be seen in on Saturdays at the Greenwich Farmers Market, and on Wednesdays at the Old Greenwich farm market, Shelton, Stratford, Danbury, and Devon. Popadic sells little ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/a-farmer-opens-up-about-clamming_43eb965f

Obituary: Margaret A. Derocle, 92; School Volunteer, Eucharistic Minister

Margaret A. Derocle, a Greenwich resident for 44 years, passed away peacefully in Greenwich Hospital on July 30, 2013, surrounded by her family.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/obituary-margaret-a-derocle-92-school-volunteer-eucharistic-minister

The New IPO Boom

... crisis and banking problems in both areas, says Linda Killian, a portfolio manager at Renaissance Capital, a Greenwich, Conn. firm that runs an IPO fund and researches new offerings. "This is the first time in a number of years that we've been able ...

http://online.barrons.com/article/SB50001424052748704329604578638300022357518.html?mod=BOL_hpp_mag

Open Houses In Greenwich This Weekend

Raymond was born Nov. 7, 1919, in Norwalk, to Eva Rathgeb Raymond and Harold Higher Raymond. He graduated from Port Chester High School (NY) in 1936. Hel was a World War II U.S. Navy veteran. He was a builder and real estate broker, and managed his rental properties on Fire Island, ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/open-houses-greenwich-weekend-7

Special Greenwich Garden Up For Public Viewing

A rarely-seen Greenwich garden terrace will be open to the public as part of The Garden Conservancy's "Open Days" program on Sept.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/special-greenwich-garden-public-viewing

Video: 8/2 Weekly Wrap Up

... until Aug. 7th to collect close to 800 signatures, each to appear on the September primary election ballot. In Greenwich, the State of Connecticut Mosquito Management Program announced that the mosquitoes trapped in Mianus River Park on July 18 of ...

http://stamford.itsrelevant.com/content/15244/82-Weekly-Wrap-Up

Feds to seize Waterford home where couple grew pot

... Calif., in 2005 because it was halfway between Cape Cod, where Beth Marder's terminally ill mother was living, and Greenwich, where Seth Marder's mother lives. The couple had legally grown marijuana for Seth Marder's use in California and sold the ...

http://www.theday.com/article/20130803/NWS02/308039953/1017

Day in Pictures, Aug. 2, 2013

... Philipp Guelland, AFP/Getty Images Just don't mail me: It's been five years since Scooter was adopted via the Greenwich, Conn.-based Adopt-A-Dog program (it's not just for dogs), and he could not be better-adjusted. Well, except for the box ...

http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/entertainment/dayinpictures/slideshow/Day-in-Pictures-Aug-2-2013-67472.php

Case against SAC aided by hiring of fired trader

... of market cheaters." Although a Citadel employee and SAC's legal department warned about Lee's past, Cohen, a Greenwich resident, hired him anyway. An examination of Lee's hedge fund career underscores his importance to the government's criminal ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Case-against-SAC-aided-by-hiring-of-fired-trader-4704227.php

Greenwich Schools Language Arts Coordinator Leaving District

Jennifer Mitchell, who has been the reading and language arts coordinator for Greenwich Public Schools for five years, is leaving her post.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/schools/p/greenwich-schools-language-arts-coordinator-leaving-district

Obituary: Margaret Patricia Rich, 81; Devoted to Her Family

Margaret Patricia Rich, of Greenwich, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2013, at The Nathaniel Witherell nursing home in Greenwich.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/obituary-margaret-patricia-rich-81-devoted-to-her-family

Mystery Of The Congamond Grave Stone

... a search of obituaries and more web searching came up blank. A Robert H. Welson is listed in the 1940 census as a Greenwich resident, but he was 15 at the time, so he would have been born about 1925. What if the engraver misspelled the last name and ...

http://www.courant.com/community/manchester/hc-ct-mystery-grave-stone-0805-20130802,0,1026550.story

SoNo Baking's John Barricelli Headlines Trumbull Farmer's Market

... a staple for area foodies and is a must-stop destination at several farmer's markets in Fairfield County from Greenwich to New Haven. The popular company spawned a second location in Westport at 1680 Post Road East. The Trumbull Farmer's Market is ...

http://norwalk.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/sono-bakings-john-barricelli-headlines-trumbull-farmers-market

Finals For Greenwich Tennis Tournament Set For Saturday At Binney Park

GREENWICH, Conn. The annual Greenwich Town Tennis Tournament finals will be held at Binney Park on Saturday, Aug. 3, starting at 8:30 a.m.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/finals-greenwich-tennis-tournament-set-saturday-binney-park

August After Six Event Will Be Served Up In Greenwich's Byram Park

The chamber's August After Six Event will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Aug. 14 at Byram Park and is sponsored by the chamber's Ambassadors Group The event is billed as a casual way to meet outdoors at one of the Greenwich's prettiest public parks with spectacular views of Long Island Sound.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/august-after-six-event-will-be-served-greenwichs-byram-park

Ontario steel workers reject offer

... and accompanying Westin Convention Center hotel Downtown are under new ownership. Starwood Capital Group, a Greenwich, Conn.-based global investment company, formally closed on the purchase of the properties today. The sales price was not ...

http://www.post-gazette.com/stories/business/news/ontario-steel-workers-reject-offer-697813/

Starwood completes purchase of Liberty Center

... Jeff Linton , spokesman for Forest City, wasn't immediately available for comment. Nor was a representative for Greenwich, CT-based Starwood. But Linton told the Business Times two weeks ago that Forest City was selling off its entire hotel ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/news/2013/08/01/starwood-completes-acquisition-of.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_national+%28Bizjournals+National+Feed%29

Wall Street Woos Clients With High-End Workouts

... Steve Starker, co-founder of brokerage BTIG, says he spins four or five times a week at SoulCycle studios in Greenwich, Conn., the Upper East Side, and in the Hamptons, sometimes with clients. His brokerage sponsored a charity spinning class for ...

http://www.businessweek.com/articles/2013-08-01/wall-street-woos-clients-with-high-end-workouts#r=rss

Life is a Carnival for Richard Stewart

... years. "I used to work for a small outfit in the neighborhood with kiddie rides," Stewart recalled. "I grew up in Greenwich and worked for a guy. In the '60's, I bought a ride and another ... and it got out of hand." He eventually started Stewart ...

http://weston-ct.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/life-is-a-carnival-for-richard-stewart

Suspects Sought in Country Club Thefts

Police agencies throughout the region, from Greenwich to Stratford, have been investigating the spate of thefts from cars left unlocked by owners.

http://weston-ct.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/suspects-sought-in-country-club-thefts_b38d51c0

Ron Berby: We need synchronized traffic signals

... there, likely because most of the lights are "trippers." I first encountered "trippers" in 1969 when I lived in Greenwich, Conn., one of several monied communities just above New York City. If you approached a main thoroughfare from a side street ...

http://www.lansingstatejournal.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lansingstatejournal.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013308010060%26nclick_check%3D1

Starwood completes purchase of Liberty Center

... Jeff Linton, spokesman for Forest City, wasn't immediately available for comment. Nor was a representative for Greenwich, CT-based Starwood....

http://www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/news/2013/08/01/starwood-completes-acquisition-of.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_pittsburgh+%28Pittsburgh+Business+Times%29

Obituary: Thomas Scheuer, 85; Counsel for Louis Dreyfus Commodities

From legacy.com . Thomas Scheuer, of Greenwich, passed away on July 27, 2013. He was 85. Beloved husband and love of his life of Ann Fimmano Scheuer, he will be greatly missed by his brothers Robert [Gloria, decreased] and James [Ruth]; his children Todd [Luciana], Gwenn [Bill] and Chris [Noz]; and stepchildren Carl [Ande], Rindy [David, deceased] ... (more)

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/obituary-thomas-scheuer-85-counsel-for-louis-dreyfus-commodities

Guide to Open Houses in Greenwich

Few things in life offer more excitement wrapped in fear than hunting for a new house. To help, we'll use this space to bring you the most updated list of open houses nearby. And don't forget to look for our weekly installment of House Hunt on Thursdays on Greenwich Patch.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/real-estate/p/guide-to-open-houses-in-greenwich_7f0f200c

'Storms,' Pond Creatures and a Bit of Cuba-All in Greenwich

The weekend gets off to an early start on Thursday evening at the Greenwich Arts Council .

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/weekend-planner/p/storms-pond-creatures-and-a-bit-of-cubaall-in-greenwich

Food Drive at Greenwich Town Hall

Greenwich Town employees sure are a very generous crew. And there's still time for town residents to join the employees'' giving spirit by dropping off canned goods and non-perishable foods such as pastas and cereals to the 8th annual food drive.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/food-drive-at--greenwich-town-hall

Cos Cob Roads Closed

According Greenwich Fire and Police radio dispatches, Strickland Road, Sound Shore Drive and Mead Avenue in the Cos Cob section of Greenwich are closed because of road construction.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/cos-cob-roads-closed

Rain for Today-But Not Money from a Winning Powerball Ticket

... 5 . Residents in the Pemberwick Road area on the western end of town are being targeted by vandals, according to Greenwich Police. Here are the details of what's happening there. And today is the day for beer drinkers-it's national IPA Day, ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/rain-for-todaybut-not-money-from-a-winning-powerball-ticket

Car Vandals Target Pemberwick Neighborhood of Greenwich

Residents of the Pemberwick section of Greenwich, on the western end of town, have been the victims of vandals who have an apparent penchant for using car keys to inflict damage on parked cars.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/car-vandals-target-pemberwick-neighborhood-of-greenwich

Greenwich Man Held on Domestic Violence Charges

A 33-year-old man from the Chickahominy neighborhood of Greenwich faces assault and endangerment charges following a domestic violence incident with his girlfriend.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/greenwich-man-held-on-domestic-violence-charges

Starwood buys Liberty Center

Greenwich, Conn.-based Starwood Capital closed on buying the 27-story Liberty Center, a mixed-use hotel and office complex across from the David L. Lawrence Convention Center, downtown.

http://www.bizjournals.com/pittsburgh/news/2013/08/01/starwood-buys-liberty-center.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_pittsburgh+%28Pittsburgh+Business+Times%29

Mosquitoes in Stamford Test Positive for West Nile

... found in the Cove area doesn't mean people shouldn't be taking precautions elsewhere. "We found them here, and Greenwich and Norwalk both found positive mosquitos. Everyone needs to take precautions. this is the normal time of the year we start ...

http://stamford.patch.com/groups/summer/p/mosquitoes-in-stamford-test-positive-for-west-nile

Nantucket, Grow a Reader, Culture and Showers

... "Summer Respite" show Wednesday and opens Thursday at 9:30 a.m. If you're available in the evening, neighboring Greenwich has a sculpture/painting show being presented by the Greenwich Arts Council. In New Canaan, The Roger Sherman Inn has a special ...

http://stamford.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/nantucket-grow-a-reader-culture-and-showers

Greenwich Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus

By Barbara Heins Mosquitoes trapped at the Mianus River Park have tested positive for West Nile Virus - the first incident confirmed by the Connecticut Agriculture Experiment Station, according to the Greenwich Health Department .

http://fairfield.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/greenwich-mosquitoes-test-positive-for-west-nile-virus_e5b633bc

Day in Pictures, Aug. 1, , 2013

... grown with pesticides. My body is a temple. By the way, why are you feeding me in bed? (Stanley, a rabbit at Greenwich Animal Control in Greenwich, Conn., is actually sweet and friendly - not disapproving at all.) Photo: Helen Neafsey, Connecticut ...

http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/entertainment/dayinpictures/slideshow/Day-in-Pictures-Aug-1-2013-67386.php

Rye Brook Mosquitos Test Positive for West Nile, County Reports

... that tested positive for West Nile in Westchester, it is not the first report of the virus in the area. The Greenwich, Ct. Health Department announced it found mosquitos that tested positive for West Nile on Tuesday, July 30. General symptoms of ...

http://portchester.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/mosquitos-test-positive-for-west-nile-in-rye-brook-county-reports

Patch User Spotlight: An Edible Marriage Proposal; Plants; And Kid-Friendly Fun

... Kids," is filled with tips and ideas. Read all about the history of Franklinia in Peter F. Alexander's Blog on Greenwich Patch today. "PLANT OF THE WEEK: FRANKLINIA," will give you the scoop on how this plant got its name and the famous person it is ...

http://harrison.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/patch-user-spotlight-an-edible-marriage-proposal-plants-and-kidfriendly-fun

Suspects Sought in Fairfield County Country Club Thefts

These are two photos one of the suspects local police say is stealing valuables from cars left unlocked at area country clubs. Photo credit: Greenwich Police.

http://wilton.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/suspects-sought-in-fairfield-county-country-club-thefts

Service service: Girl Scout strives for gold with volleyball project

Erin White , a senior at Greenwich High School , a member of the Cardinals varsity volleyball team and an Ambassador Girl Scout in Troop 50418, has been working on her Girl Scout Gold Award -- the highest award in Girl Scouting, equivalent to the Eagle Scout for boys.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Service-service-Girl-Scout-strives-for-gold-with-4698826.php

Record

... Schoen at 203-542-7165, or email alice.schoen@templesholom.com. On Saturday, Aug. 3, at 8:30 a.m., the Town of Greenwich and the Greenwich Swim Committee are sponsoring the annual Island Beach Two Mile Swim. Swimmers report to Greenwich Harbor at ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Record-4698286.php

BRE Properties Gets $4.6 Billion Buyout Bid From Investor Group

... firm focused on real estate securities, is part of a consortium that made an offer of $60 a share last month, the Greenwich, Connecticut-based company said in a statement today. Land & Buildings asked the real estate investment trust to form a ...

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-07-31/bre-properties-gets-4-6-billion-investor-buyout-offer.html

Shore and Country Properties Releases Market Numbers for First Half of 2013

... dollar volume was strong, up 65 percent and the average price rose nine percent. Activity in the Riverside and Old Greenwich school district reveal a very interesting story. While Riverside was up only 14 percent in units, versus Old Greenwich at 60 ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/7/prweb10983916.htm

More West Nile mosquitoes turning up

Mosquitoes with West Nile have turned up in more cities and towns Tuesday. Greenwich, Bridgeport, Glastonbury and Plainfield now join Norwalk with infected bugs.

http://www.wtnh.com/dpp/news/health/mosquitoes-with-west-nile-turn-up-in-more-places

Dunne may challenge bankruptcy ruling

... of parallel applications to have Mr Dunne adjudicated bankrupt in both the US and Ireland. Mr Dunne, now living in Greenwich, Connecticut, has filed for bankruptcy in the US. He claims to have debts of $1 billion and assets of only $55 million. ...

http://www.rte.ie/news/2013/0731/465731-sean-dunne-court/

Anne Burr Fairchild Jeffery, 81

... Mrs. Jeffery loved gardening, animals and following the financial markets. She spent hours volunteering at Greenwich Hospital, where she was especially fond of her time in the maternity ward. She enjoyed being surrounded by family and friends in ...

http://www.northjersey.com/obituaries/217773681_Anne_Burr_Fairchild_Jeffery__81.html

Hipsters Are Going To Take Over The Financial District

"Wall Street" has bucked Wall St. for surrounding areas in recent years. Hedge funds prefer the Midtown 50s or Stamford and Greenwich, Connecticut .

http://www.businessinsider.com/hipsters-invade-the-financial-district-2013-7?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+clusterstock+%28ClusterStock%29

Penny Stock's Bulls and Bears - Advanced Cell Technology, Inc.,...

... wholly-owned subsidiary, engages in the ownership, operation, and management of a commercial office building in Greenwich, Connecticut. Its building covers an area of approximately 14,500 square feet. AmBase Corporation was incorporated in 1975 and ...

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/penny-stocks-bulls-and-bears-advanced-cell-technology-inc-applied-dna-sciences-inc-ambase-corporation-dune-energy-inc-294740.htm

Atkinson's Keep Hope Alive Festival a resounding success

At left, former N.Y. Jet football star Marty Lyons shakes hands with New York Ranger Derick Brassard, right, as Greenwich native, Cam Atkinson, center, of the Columbus Blue Jackets, smiles during the Cam Atkinson Keep Hope Alive Festival to benefit the Marty Lyons Foundation at Old Town Hall in Stamford, Friday night, July 26, 2013.

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/articleGallery/Atkinson-s-Keep-Hope-Alive-Festival-a-resounding-4693411.php

Scarborough: Rand Paul A 'Daddy's Boy'

... ean streets of NJ, he was raised in Livingston, NJ as privileged as you can get. Livingston is as gritty a town as Greenwich, CT.

http://www.freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/3049369/posts

Five New Officers Officially Join The Greenwich Police Department

The Greenwich Police Department swore in five new officers at Greenwich Town Hall in front of officials and the new officers' family and friends on Monday.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/five-new-officers-officially-join-greenwich-police-department

Greenwich Concert Series Welcomes Squeaky Clean

... their musical collaboration in 1974. While attending New York University, they performed as folk singers in nearby Greenwich Village nightspots. Upon graduation, they decided to pursue music as a full-time career. They formed Squeaky Clean as a ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/greenwich-concert-series-welcomes-squeaky-clean

Girl From Norwalk Club Named To U.S. Junior Rowing Team

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. Rowers from Redding, Ridgefield, Weston and Greenwich have been named to the United States Junior National team that will compete in the World Rowing Junior Championships from Aug. 7 to 11 in Trakai, Lithuania.

http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/sports/redding-weston-rowers-named-us-junior-team

Gruss enjoying first leading role

Gruss is still adjusting to his relatively new job as head professional at Greenwich Country Club, so he's fine with sitting out one of the state's premier golf events.

http://www.theday.com/article/20130731/SPORT01/307319972

Cast of Characters in the Penn State Sex-Abuse Scandal

... unique way. The exhibition is attracting international attention. While the average home costs $200,000, a home in Greenwich, Conn. is on the market for an astonishing $190 million dollars, the highest price tag in the country. Terrell Brown goes ...

http://www.edgechicago.com/index.php?ch=business_finance&sc=&sc2=news&sc3=&id=147585