Greenwich Roundup

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

Shop In Greenwich Wednesday To Help Hospital, YWCA

Stop by Whole Foods Market Greenwich all day on Wednesday, where 5 percent of the total daily sales will be donated to Community Health at Greenwich Hospital.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/shop-greenwich-wednesday-help-hospital-ywca

Greenwich Pediatrician Provides Educational Resources For Parents

As top pediatricians in Greenwich, CT, Riverside Pediatrics, LLP provides parents with tips and advice for taking care of their children while keeping them healthy.

http://www.24-7pressrelease.com/press-release-rss/greenwich-pediatrician-provides-educational-resources-for-parents-373484.php

Wheelock Street Capital Acquires Second Master-Planned Community in Dallas-Fort Worth Metro

Dallas -Fort Worth Metro --> GREENWICH, Conn. -- -- Wheelock Street Capital announced today it has acquired the 925-acre master-planned community of Devonshire in Forney, Texas from Hunt Properties .

http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/2014/1/7/wheelock_street_capital_acquires_second_master-planned.htm

Tuesday, January 7, 2014

Greenwich girls basketball team cruises past Staples

Abby Wolf of Greenwich , center, splits Staples defenders, Kelsey Bobrow, left, and Olivia Troy, right, to score a basket during the girls high school basketball game between Greenwich High School and Staples High School at Greenwich, Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2014.

http://www.westport-news.com/sports/article/Greenwich-girls-basketball-team-cruises-past-5122799.php

Whole Foods Greenwich Donates Part Of Wednesday's Sales To Health Group

Shop at Whole Foods Market Greenwich on Wednesday, Jan. 8, and support a local heath organization at the same time.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/whole-foods-greenwich-donates-part-wednesdays-sales-health-group

Starwood Capital Group Closes Second Starwood Energy Fund Above Target

GREENWICH, Conn., January 7, 2014-- Starwood Capital Group Global, LLC announced today the final closing of Starwood Energy Group's blind-pool, discretionary funds collectively referred to as Starwood Energy Infrastructure Fund II , with total capital commitments of $983 million.

http://www.vcaonline.com/news/news.asp?ID=2014010721

Deep Freeze Advisory Extended

... cloudy, if not rainy skies with temperatures near 80. But back to reality here in Fairfield County. Even though Greenwich Police Lt. Robert Berry said that Greenwich hasn't had any reports of power outages or downed lines, the NWS advises that if ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/deep-freeze-advisory-extended

Tom D'Amore, former state GOP chairman and Weicker aide, dies at 72

... series of independent candidates as he became a consultant for often-longshot candidates. With a background on the Greenwich board of selectmen and local finance board, the little-known Lamont - with support from Weicker - was seen as a longshot in ...

http://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-tom-damore-dies-0108-20140107,0,149374.story?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Courant%2FConnecticutNews+%28courant.com+-+CONNECTICUT+NEWS%29

PBS Debuts Documentary On Investigation Of Greenwich's Steve Cohen

The PBS news program "Frontline" debuts a documentary about the government investigation of insider trading allegations against Stamford-based SAC Capital, owned by Greenwich resident Steve Cohen, on Tuesday at 10 p.m. Entitled, "To Catch a Trader," the documentary shines a spotlight on Cohen's wealth and whether it was obtained through illegal ... (more)

http://darien.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/pbs-debuts-documentary-investigation-greenwichs-steve-cohen

Sageview Capital invests in Reflexis Systems

... Gilhuly and Scott Stuart, both formerly partners of Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR). Sageview has offices in Greenwich, Connecticut, Palo Alto, California and Stockholm, Sweden. About Reflexis Systems, Inc. Reflexis is the pioneer in real-time ...

http://www.pehub.com/2014/01/sageview-capital-invests-in-reflexis-systems/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+pehub%2Fblog+%28PE+HUB+Blog%29

East West Partners named receiver for The Landmark

... at The Landmark, off East Berry Avenue and Interstate 25, was bought by Strategic Value Partners LLC, based in Greenwich, Conn. East West Partners pulled the 105 unsold condos from the market - 48 of which are not completed - with plans to finish ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/denver/blog/real_deals/2014/01/east-west-partners-named-receiver-for.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_56+%28Restaurant+Industry+News%29

Leading Workforce Management Software Provider Reflexis Announces New ...

... Gilhuly and Scott Stuart, both formerly partners of Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. (KKR). Sageview has offices in Greenwich, Connecticut, Palo Alto, California and Stockholm, Sweden. Reflexis is the pioneer in real-time store execution and workforce ...

http://www.businesswire.com/news/topix/20140107005443/en

Ignacio Gonzalez, 90; Longtime Greenwich Resident, Avid Gardener

Ignacio Gonzalez, died Jan. 4, 2014 in his Greenwich home surrounded by his family.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/ignacio-gonzalez-90-longtime-greenwich-resident-avid-gardener

Patricia Ann Kosakowski, 77, Former Port Chester Resident

... Kevin Kosakowski of Richmond, Va.; brother, Richard Milligan of Port Chester, N.Y.; sister, Jeanne Trimarchi of Greenwich, Conn.; and two grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Bernard J. Kosakowski; and brother, Father William J. ...

http://portchester.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/patricia-ann-kosakowski-77-former-port-chester-resident

Greenwich High girls basketball team tops New Canaan in LaVista tourney

A quarter of the regular season is already in the books and the early returns are all positive for the Greenwich High School girls basketball team.

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/sports/article/Greenwich-High-girls-basketball-team-tops-New-5096951.php

Greenwich BET Tries to Settle Into Business

It was billed as the organizational meeting for the incoming Board of Estimate and Taxation and the Monday night meeting bared the differences between the board's Republican leadership and the minority Democratic caucus that wasn't happy with committee assignments.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/greenwich-bet-tries-to-settle-into-business

Check Out Greenwich's Varsity Sports Scores And Schedules

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- With strong winds rattling windows, causing subzero wind chills and blowing debris, a Wind Advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. Tuesday in Fairfield County, the National Weather Service ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/check-out-greenwich-s-varsity-sports-scores-and-schedules-2

Greenwich's Temple Sholom Hosts 'Discussion And Play' Group For Tots

Join a "Discussion and Play" group for moms and toddlers up to age 24 months at the Temple Sholom on 300 E. Putnam Ave. in Greenwich.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwichs-temple-sholom-hosts-discussion-and-play-group-tots

Judith C. DiRollo, 80, Of Greenwich, Realtor

DiRollo was born in 1933 in New York City; daughter of Edward and Helen Boote. She was a Greenwich Realtor for more than 20 years.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/judith-c-dirollo-80-greenwich-realtor

Josephine T. Kroll, 95, Former Greenwich Resident

... in Saint Clair, Pa.; daughter of John and Nell Wach Kroll. After high school she moved to Stamford, and later Greenwich, working as a secretary at Dorr-Oliver Co. and finally as an executive secretary for more than 35 years at Pitney Bowes in ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/josephine-t-kroll-95-former-stamford-resident-worked-pitney-bowes

Greenwich Family Center Worker Espouses Benefits Of TM

Nadia Fiorita, MSW, is a clinical social worker with Greenwich-based Family Centers.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/greenwich-family-center-worker-espouses-benefits-tm

Help Wanted: Jobs Available in the Greenwich Area

... looking for a new job, or even a second job - check out the list of local job openings below. More can be found on Greenwich Patch's jobs category . Workers' Compensation Administrator , Town of Greenwich. Source: Indeed.com . Coordinates and ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/help-wanted-jobs-available-in-the-greenwich-area_00a6da3c

Business Journal Spotlights Greenwich's Barnum Financial Group

... on in revenue in 2014, the Westchester County Business Journal reported. Barnum has offices in Danbury, Fairfield, Greenwich, Stamford and Westport as well as Scarsdale and Elmsford, among its 25 locations.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/westchester-business-journal-spotlights-barnum-financial-group

Splash Car Wash Earns Esteemed 2013 Angie's List Super Service Award

... Magazine and the Angie's List complaint resolution service. About Splash Car Wash: Splash started its business in Greenwich, CT in 1981. It has since grown to be one of the top 20 largest car wash operations in the U.S. For more information, visit ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/Splash/Carwash/prweb11463744.htm

Help Wanted: Local Jobs

... rewarding as a chauffeur at Teddy's Transportation System." Ranger , Ranger-Giffith E. Harris Golf Course, Town of Greenwich. Source: Indeed.com "This is a seasonal position at the Griffith E. Harris Golf Course. Rangers ensure play continues to ...

http://weston-ct.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/help-wanted-local-jobs_b8338382

Monday, January 6, 2014

CES: MakerBot Unveils - Replicator Mini,' 3-D Printer with Built-in Camera, - Z18 - For Big Objects

... a day. The company has opened an "experience store" in Manhattan and has opened up two other retail locations, in Greenwich, Connecticut, and Boston, and intends to open overseas locations. At the stores, a scanner can take your portrait in three ...

http://blogs.barrons.com/techtraderdaily/2014/01/06/ces-makerbot-unveils-replicator-mini-3-d-printer-with-built-in-camera-z18-for-big-objects/?mod=BOL_hp_blog_tt

Civicom Marketing Research Announces News Page Launch

Jan. 6, 2014 - GREENWICH, Conn. -- Greenwich, CT, USA January 06, 2014. Civicom Marketing Research Services features a helpful preview of each news article, with each article arranged chronologically, which makes the site easy on the eyes and even easier to navigate.

http://www.prlog.org/12264078-civicom-marketing-research-announces-news-page-launch.html

MakerBot Unveils The Replicator Mini, Z18, And A New Prosumer Replicator

... . Pettis also described the success of their two retail stores in Boston and Manhattan as well as the new store in Greenwich, CT. Each store has a 3D photo booth where customers can scan and print their own heads and purchase MakerBots and plastic ...

http://techcrunch.com/2014/01/06/makerbot-unveils-the-replicator-mini-and-the-new-replicator-3d-printing-platform/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Techcrunch+%28TechCrunch%29

Makerbot Unveils The Replicator Mini And The New Replicator 3D Printing Platform

... . Pettis also described the success of their two retail stores in Boston and Manhattan as well as the new store in Greenwich, CT. Each store has a 3D photo booth where customers can scan and print their own heads and purchase Makerbots and plastic ...

http://techcrunch.com/2014/01/06/makerbot-unveils-the-replicator-mini-and-the-new-replicator-3d-printing-platform/

Pacer keeping Dublin operations following XPO merger

... transportation and third-party logistics provider. It has about 400 employees there. In a joint release with Greenwich, Conn.-based XPO, the companies said "substantially all" of Pacer's executives have agreed to stay on after the deal. A spokesman ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/blog/2014/01/pacer-keeping-dublin-operations.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_17+%28Human+Resources+Industry+News%29

Greenwich Issues Icing Advisory As Frigid Blast Blankets Region

Greenwich officials are advising residents to take precautions - and preferably stay indoors - as a frigid blast of Arctic-like air blankets the region tonight.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/greenwich-issues-icing-advisory-as-frigid-blast-blankets-region

Where's the Beef? Um...In The Suspect's Sweats

A Greenwich man put a new meaning to that phrase 'Where's the beef?' A 46-year-old is facing a larceny charge after he was accused of swiping a steak and stuffing it in his sweatpants at the Whole Foods market on Sunday afternoon.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/wheres-the-beef-umin-the-suspects-sweats

Water Damage Closes Greenwich's Julian Curtiss School Again

A ruptured radiator coil that closed Julian Curtiss School in Greenwich on Monday will force the school to remain closed on Tuesday as well, according to a district press release.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/water-damage-closes-greenwichs-julian-curtiss-school-again

For First Full Week on the New Year, There's Plenty Happening In and Around Greenwich

It's back to business for the first full week of business in Greenwich this week.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/for-first-full-week-on-the-new-year-theres-plenty-happening-in-and-around-greenwich

Frigid Weather Prompts Greenwich Public Schools To Cancel Monday's After-School Activities

Greenwich Public Schools are canceling all after-school activities in advance of predicted plummeting temperatures later Monday afternoon and evening.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/schools/p/frigid-weather-prompts-greenwich-public-schools-to-cancel-mondays-afterschool-activities

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At front, Jack Capizzi, and Ben Presley, both 11, both of Greenwich, sled ride at the Western Greeenwich Civic Center, Greenwich, Conn., Friday afternnon, Jan. 3, 2014, during the aftermath of the snow storm that hit the area.

http://www.westport-news.com/news/slideshow/The-Weekend-in-Photos-Jan-3-5-2014-77154.php

XPO Logistics to Acquire Pacer International, the Third Largest...

... Transaction will double XPO's annual revenue run rate to $2 billion Conference call at 8:30 AM Eastern Time today GREENWICH, Conn. and DUBLIN, Ohio - January 6, 2014 - XPO Logistics, Inc. ("XPO Logistics" or "XPO") (NYSE: XPO) and Pacer ...

http://www.hispanicbusiness.com/2014/1/6/xpo_logistics_to_acquire_pacer_international.htm

US: Nestle sells Joseph's Pasta to Brynwood Partners

... Brynwood announced a deal to sell a business formed from a number of the assets it acquired from Nestle. GREENWICH, Conn., Jan. 6, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Brynwood Partners VII L.P. announced today that its newly-formed portfolio company, JPC ...

http://www.just-food.com/news/nestle-sells-josephs-pasta-to-brynwood-partners_id125478.aspx?

XPO to Buy Pacer for $335 Million

... the companies said. They expect the transaction to close in the second quarter of this year. XPO, based in Greenwich, Conn., ranks No. 45 on the Transport Topics Logistics Top 50 list of the largest logistics companies in the North America. Pacer, ...

http://www.ttnews.com/articles/basetemplate.aspx?storyid=33843

Patch User Spotlight: Post-Holiday Blues; Hearty Soup Recipe; Winter Weather Tips

... after the holiday madness? Be sure to read Glenn Wolff, LCSW's Blog , " How To Manage Post-Holiday Blues," on Greenwich Patch today for tips and advice to get you out of that slump. During this frigid cold spell, stay warm and safe. Read these ...

http://wilton.patch.com/groups/goodnews/p/patch-user-spotlight-postholiday-blues-hearty-soup-recipe-winter-weather-tips_45d818e3

Morning Fog To Give Way To More Frigid Temperatures In Greenwich

The thick fog enveloping Fairfield County on Monday morning will give way to rapidly falling temperatures throughout the day and a deep freeze late Monday night, the National Weather Service warned.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/morning-fog-give-way-more-frigid-temperatures-fairfield-county

Marcella Kowalski, 98, Longtime Greenwich Resident

... N.Y., daughter of Paul and Celia Tokarz. Before moving to Vermont four years ago, she had lived her whole life in Greenwich. In Greenwich she was a member of the Glenville Senior Citizens and the Bryam Seniors Group. She attended St. Paul's Roman ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/marcella-kowalski-98-longtime-greenwich-resident

Nancie Pellino-Youngs, 65, Former Port Chester Resident

Nancie Pellino-Youngs, a resident of Brewster, and formerly of Port Chester, and Greenwich, Conn., died Dec. 31. She was 65. Pellino-Youngs was born Feb. 18, 1948, in Greenwich, Conn., to Olaf and Agnes Loudon Erga.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/nancie-pellino-youngs-65-former-port-chester-resident

Prudence Mary Prothero, 72, Former Old Greenwich Resident

Prothero was the daughter of Dr. Daniel T. Milton and Gladys C. Milton. She was a graduate of Greenwich High School, class of 1959.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/prudence-mary-prothero-72-former-old-greenwich-resident

Ignacio Gonzalez, 90, Longtime Greenwich Resident

Gonzalez was born Oct. 17, 1923, in Cuba, to Felipe and Emilia Gonzalez. He was a longtime resident of Greenwich.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/ignacio-gonzalez-90-longtime-greenwich-resident

UPDATE 1-XPO Logistics to buy Pacer International for $335 mln

... The deal is expected to close in the second quarter this year and double XPO's annual revenue to about $2 billion. Greenwich, Connecticut-based XPO said it obtained a commitment from Credit Suisse AG for up to $325 million in a senior secured term ...

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/01/06/pacer-offer-idUSL3N0KG2LA20140106?feedType=RSS&feedName=industrialsSector

Greenwich's Temple Sholom Hosts 'Searching For Zion' Author

Temple Sholom in Greenwich will host author Emily Raboteau who will discuss her book, "Searching for Zion" on Tuesday, Jan. 7, from noon to 1 p.m. Raboteau will discuss "Searching for Zion" as well as the meaning of the Book of Exodus for the African Diaspora, and the question of belonging for everyone.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwichs-temple-sholom-hosts-searching-zion-author

Greenwich's Bruce Museum Hosts Talk On Sterling Silver

The Greenwich Antiques Society is set to present the lecture titled "Stories in Sterling: Four Centuries of Silver in New York" at 1:15 p.m. Monday, Jan. 6. Margaret K. Hofer, curator of decorative arts at the New York Historical Society, will lead the lecture at the Bruce Museum on 1 Museum Drive in Greenwich.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwichs-bruce-museum-hosts-talk-sterling-silver

Connecticut private equity firm buys Haverhill pasta company

... Joseph's Pasta Co., the 23-year old Haverhill company that makes frozen pasta and sauces. Brynwood Partners of Greenwich, Conn., through an investment fund purchased Joseph's from Nestl Prepared Foods Co., which has owned the pasta company since ...

http://www.boston.com/business/news/2014/01/06/connecticut-private-equity-firm-buys-haverhill-pasta-company/rifBbuZAN44DSbenh133uN/story.html

XPO Logistics to buy Pacer International in deal valued at $335 mln- WSJ

... in a senior secured term loan, both to fund the Pacer deal and for general corporate purposes, the report said. Greenwich, Connecticut-based XPO has been on an acquisition spree. In August, it bought 3PD Holding from Bahrain-based investment house ...

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/01/06/pacer-offer-xpo-idUSL3N0KG1EB20140106?feedType=RSS&feedName=mergersNews

XPO Logistics to buy Pacer International in deal valued at $335 million - WSJ

... in a senior secured term loan, both to fund the Pacer deal and for general corporate purposes, the report said. Greenwich, Connecticut-based XPO has been on an acquisition spree. In August, it bought 3PD Holding from Bahrain-based investment house ...

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/world/a/20624675/xpo-logistics-to-buy-pacer-international-in-deal-valued-at-335-million-wsj/

XPO Logistics to buy Pacer International in deal valued at $335 mln- WSJ

Private equity firm buys Haverhill pasta maker

... Joseph's Pasta Co., a 23-year-old Haverhill company that makes frozen pasta and sauces. Brynwood Partners, of Greenwich, Conn., purchased Joseph's through an investment fund from Nestl Prepared Foods Co., which has owned the pasta maker since 2006. ...

http://www.bostonglobe.com/business/2014/01/06/connecticut-private-equity-firm-buys-haverhill-pasta-company/PgDIxHpoV3Pf7SeSJYHhtN/story.html

Surviving Your Child's Picky-Eater Stage Takes Strategy And Patience

... the culinary world of a pint-sized Picky Eater. "We all have one!" laughs Joanna Wallis, a personal chef in Greenwich who appropriately refers to herself as The Cooking Fairy. "What's the fun of taking your kids out to dinner when they're teenagers ...

http://www.courant.com/features/parenting/hc-mommy-minute-20140106,0,898067.story

For the First Week After the Holidays, Here's Some Fun for the Week Ahead

... Jodi Keogan, a Soprano. Tables will fill up fast, so book soon: To secure a table, call us at 203-229-0844. The Greenwich Drawing Room Art Gallery invites two artists Thursday , Rick Shafer & Ali Osborn, to speak about their work exhibited in " ...

http://stamford.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/for-the-first-week-after-the-holidays-heres-some-fun-for-the-week-ahead_703af724

XPO Logistics Agrees to Buy Pacer

The acquisition would make XPO Logistics, a fast-growing transportation-services company based in Greenwich, Conn., one of the top providers of intermodal services in North America.

http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424052702304887104579303021106154870

Sunday, January 5, 2014

The Weekend in Photos, Jan. 3-5, 2014

At front, Jack Capizzi, and Ben Presley, both 11, both of Greenwich, sled ride at the Western Greeenwich Civic Center, Greenwich, Conn., Friday afternnon, Jan. 3, 2014, during the aftermath of the snow storm that hit the area.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/slideshow/The-Weekend-in-Photos-Jan-3-5-2014-77154.php

Dense Fog Advisory Envelopes Greenwich Through The Morning Commute

A dense fog was expected to develop across Fairfield County and all of the tri-state area Sunday night, the National Weather Service said.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/dense-fog-advisory-envelopes-coastal-fairfield-county

The Power Players in the Publicis-Omnicom Merger

... CFO, Omnicom Group Wren first met the investment banker in the late '90s at their daughters' primary school in Greenwich, Conn. He convinced Weisenburger, then CEO at Wasserstein & Co., to move to Omnicom as CFO in 1999, and the two have worked ...

http://www.adweek.com/news/advertising-branding/power-players-publicis-omnicom-merger-154703

Snow-covered Connecticut, Jan. 3, 2014

A plow truck passes by the "Welcome to Connecticut" sign on West Putnam Avenue during the snow storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Friday morning, Jan. 3, 2014.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/slideshow/Snow-covered-Connecticut-Jan-3-2014-77143.php

Freezing Rain Causes Icy, Slippery Conditions In Greenwich

Noon update: FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. -- Residents of Fairfield County may want to change or cancel their weekend plans after the National Weather Service extended the freezing rain advisory until 7 p.m. Sunday, the National Weather Service said.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/freezing-rain-causes-icy-slippery-conditions-across-fairfield-county

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... "It's designed to be a high school competition, but there is no lower age limit," said Ellen McDonnell of Greenwich, who helped organize the activities. "Part of the proceeds of today are going to toward an engineering classroom," said Catalina ...

http://m.westport-news.com/news/article/Robotics-teams-rock-Staples-in-tourney-tuneup-5115538.php

Long-term thinking: 1800 to 2013

... charts and the 50-day moving average. Some mourned his passing. Peter Burton, a hedge fund manager from Greenwich, Conn., said, "It's sad to see him go. Everyone in my field knows he was right. With our own money, we think years out in the future. ...

http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/markets/2014/01/05/long-term-thinking-rip/4310185/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+UsatodaycomMoney-TopStories+%28USATODAY+-+Money+Top+Stories%29

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Vincetta Pellicano, 90; Greenwich Resident

Vincetta 'Vinnie' Pellicano, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2013 at Greenwich Hospital with family by her side.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/vincetta-pellicano-90-greenwich-resident

Arrest In Hit-And-Run Accident Tops Greenwich News This Week

After 17 years of serving the Greenwich community, the Rev. Dr. William "Bill" Evertsberg is saying goodbye to the First Presbyterian Church and moving to the nondenominational ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/arrest-hit-and-run-accident-tops-greenwich-news-week

Greenwich Minister Says Farewell To First Presbyterian Church

After 17 years of serving the Greenwich community, the Rev. Dr. William "Bill" Evertsberg is saying goodbye to the First Presbyterian Church and moving to the nondenominational Kenilworth Union Church outside of Chicago, according to greenwichtime.com.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwich-minister-says-farewell-first-presbyterian-church

Driver Faces DWI Charge After Car Crashes into Pole

A driver is facing a driving while intoxicated charge following a New Year's Eve crash in central Greenwich.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/driver-faces-dwi-charge-after-car-crashes-into-pole

Ready To Recycle Your Christmas Tree?

Ready to take down your Christmas tree and put away the decorations? Here's what you need to know about recycling your tree in Greenwich.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/ready-to-recycle-your-christmas-tree

Snowstorm, Frigid Temperatures Top Rye News This Week

... over the coming weeks. A Ridgefield, Conn., man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run accident in Greenwich, Conn. that killed a 21-year-old woman . Westchester County Police on patrol on several of the county parkways in Yonkers ...

http://rye.dailyvoice.com/news/snowstorm-frigid-temperatures-top-rye-news-week

Snowstorm, Frigid Temperatures Top Port Chester News This Week

... night into Friday. A Ridgefield, Conn., man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run accident in Greenwich, Conn. that killed a 21-year-old woman . Travelers looking to head back home after a lengthy holiday vacation saw their plans ...

http://portchester.dailyvoice.com/news/snowstorm-frigid-temperatures-top-port-chester-news-week

John Bailey of Darien Joins Fairfield Co. Foundation Board

... County Community Foundation. Also joining the board of the foundation, headquartered in Norwalk, is Greg Hartch of Greenwich and Elisabeth Morten of Fairfield. Each new member was elected for a two-year term. As leaders in the business community and ...

http://darien.patch.com/groups/volunteering/p/john-bailey-of-drien-joins-fairfield-co-community-foundation-board

Saturday, January 4, 2014

Greenwich Ballet Academy Seeking New Talent for Spring Season

Jan. 4, 2014 - GREENWICH, Conn. -- Greenwich Ballet Academy has a long history of exciting and award-winning performances, internationally acclaimed guest artists, and an extremely high quality of pre-professional dance instruction.

http://www.prlog.org/12263405-greenwich-ballet-academy-seeking-new-talent-for-spring-season.html

Ex-banker gets into ice cream

... to local markets and national chains alike, which inlcude Whole Foods, Palmer's Market in Darien, Balducci's in Greenwich and Ridgefield Organics & Specialty Market . Nationally, Tea-rrific is sold in 180 stores. Leite's initial experiments blending ...

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Tea-infused-ice-cream-brand-started-in-Norwalk-by-5109250.php

U.S. Army Vet Sworn in As New Greenwich Police Officer

A U.S. Army veteran who served in Afghanistan and Iraq was sworn in a Greenwich's newest police officer.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/us-army-vet-sworn-in-as-new-greenwich-police-officer

Stamford Bank Makes Donation To Food Bank Of Lower Fairfield County

... an efficient and effective provider of nutritious food to nonprofit organizations that feed the hungry in Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Norwalk, Stamford and Wilton, while seeking to raise awareness of, and promote action to combat, hunger in those ...

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/stamford-bank-makes-donation-food-bank-lower-fairfield-county

Greenwich Man Faces Credit Card Theft Charge

A Greenwich man is facing credit card theft charges stemming from an incident dating back to March 2013.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/greenwich-man-faces-credit-card-theft-charge

Bah Humbug ... Woman Accused of Removing Holiday Decorations at Vets Club

... on the exterior of the Byram Veterans club. But they apparently didn't last for long this year. According to a Greenwich Police report, the woman admitted to removing the decorations and could not explain why she did so and tossed them into a nearby ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/bah-humbug--woman-accused-of-removing-holiday-decorations-at-vets-club

Bedford Audubon Society Plans For Events In January

... ) to learn how you can participate. Tuesday, Jan. 7, 8 a.m. until noon: Field Trip: Greenwich Point Park, Old Greenwich, Conn.: Plan to see seabirds, loons, and sparrows. Owls, siskins, and crossbills are also a possibility. Depart Bylane at 7 a.m. ...

http://mtkisco.dailyvoice.com/events/bedford-audubon-society-plans-events-january

U.S. Army Vet from Stamford Sworn in As New Greenwich Police Officer

By Barbara Heins In a ceremony at Greenwich Town Hall on Thursday, Keith Rilett, 29, was sworn in by First Selectman Peter Tesei, who's also the town's Police Commissioner.

http://stamford.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/us-army-vet-from-stamford-sworn-in-as-new-greenwich-police-officer

Share Your Snow Photos On Patch

... click here. To share on Larchmont-Mamaroneck Patch click here. To share on Darien Patch click here. To share on Greenwich Patch click here. To share on New Canaan Patch click here. To share on Stamford Patch click here. To share on White Plains ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/goodnews/p/share-your-snow-photos-on-patch_fd8b8345

Wilbur Ross reportedly will postpone IPO for supplier IAC

... bet right now," Kathy Smith, principal at the IPO investment adviser and research firm Renaissance Capital LLC in Greenwich, Conn., said in an interview. Companies that may offer lower growth prospects "will be easier to sell when we roll over the ...

http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20131205/NEWS01/131209912/wilbur-ross-reportedly-will-postpone-ipo-for-supplier-iac?CSAuthResp=1%3A67352375740480%3A246601%3A512%3A24%3Aapproved%3A378E1E5AEF39937E3555375E2CB9CDCB

Friday, January 3, 2014

Still unconvinced? Check out the view from the drone

A drone photographs the interior of a home for sale in Greenwich, Conn. In the luxury real-estate sector, flying drones are being used to give prospective buyers a unique high-angle view of large rooms.

http://seattletimes.com/html/homesrealestate/2022570787_hredronesxml.html?syndication=rss

As bitter cold sets in, shelters feel the strain

A woman mails a letter on Field Point Road during the snow storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Friday morning, Jan. 3, 2014.

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/As-bitter-cold-sets-in-shelters-feel-the-strain-5110641.php

The Promise of a Pencil: How an Ordinary Person Can Create Extraordinary Change

... testimony to the power of idealism, readers will realize that Braun is not an ordinary person. Raised in affluent Greenwich, Conn., by parents who embraced noncomformity and charity as sidelines to a good job and six-figure income, Braun struggled ...

http://www.publishersweekly.com/978-1-4767-3062-2

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... in Stratford, Conn., Jan. 3, 2014. Photo: Ned Gerard A man clears snow from his car during the snow storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Friday morning, Jan. 3, 2014. A woman walks along a snow-covered Byram Road during the snow storm that hit ...

http://www.newstimes.com/local/article/Storm-cold-storm-The-order-of-the-day-5111741.php&title=Frigid%20cold%2C%20wind%20hinder%20storm%20cleanup&source=

Video: Dance to Donate

The Arthur Murray Grande Ballroom in Greenwich is stepping up and stepping out while giving back in a new year.

http://greenwich.itsrelevant.com/content/16848/Dance-to-Donate

Democrats Take Up Battle For Higher Minimum Wage

... in greater automation and higher unemployment, especially at the entry level." Tom Foley , a businessman from Greenwich who is considering a run for governor, expressed sympathy for the plight of low-wage workers. "I believe that the minimum wage ...

http://www.courant.com/news/politics/hc-minimum-wage-15-0104-20140103,0,787368.story

Storm, cold, storm: The order of the day

Red Cross Offers Greenwich Tips To Keep Warm Inside During Deep Freeze

The Connecticut Chapter of the American Red Cross is offering tips to Fairfield County residents to help keep houses safely warm during the latest cold snap.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/red-cross-offers-greenwich-tips-keep-warm-inside-during-deep-freeze

Watch Shellfish Movie At Greenwich Point's Seaside Center

... the efforts to bring wild oysters back to New York Harbor to restore the waterway, also highlights the event. The Greenwich Shellfish Commission will lead this family-oriented, hands-on program about oysters, clams and harvesting shellfish at ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/watch-shellfish-movie-greenwich-points-seaside-center

... Calling hours are Sunday, Jan. 5, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the Castiglione Funeral Home , 134 Hamilton Ave., Greenwich. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 6, at St. Roch's Church. Burial will follow at St. Mary Cemetery in ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/vincetta-pellicano-90-greenwich

GHS Boys Ice Hockey

A young Greenwich Cardinal ice hockey team will look to captain Paul Macken, above, and fellow captains William Waesche and Reed Brady for leadership.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/GHS-Boys-Ice-Hockey-4105895.php

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... on Thursday January 2, 2014. A man and woman walk arm in arm as the snow starts falling on Railroad Avenue in Greenwich, Conn., Thursday night, Jan. 2, 2014. A plow truck on West Putnam Avenue during the snow storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., ...

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Live-updates-First-snowstorm-of-2014-5108501.php&title=Storm%20moves%20into%20Danbury%20area&source=

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... to local markets and national chains alike, which inlcude Whole Foods, Palmer's Market in Darien, Balducci's in Greenwich and Ridgefield Organics & Specialty Market . Nationally, Tea-rrific is sold in 180 stores. Leite's initial experiments blending ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Tea-infused-ice-cream-brand-started-in-Norwalk-by-5109250.php&title=Tea-infused%20treat%20brews%20in%20Norwalk&source=

Canadian Pacific to Sell Line Faulted by Ackman for $210 Million

... former Chief Executive Officer Fred Green and replace him with current CEO Hunter Harrison. Genesee & Wyoming, the Greenwich, Connecticut-based operator of 111 short-line railroads, said adding the track will boost annual sales by $65 million, ...

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-MYSOC66TTDSD01-5GABE30GRDRN81C8R6HNB5VDFP