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Thursday, October 16, 2014

Diana Ross 'choked up' at son's wedding

Diana Ross "choked up" as she watched her son get married to Ashlee Simpson. The legendary singer was overcome with emotional as she witnessed Evan Ross, 26, tie the knot with the 30-year-old beauty in a romantic ceremony held at her lavish home in Greenwich, Connecticut, on August 30. Diana's daughter Tracee, 41, told 'Access Hollywood': "She choked up and it was so cute.

http://www.durhamregion.com/whatson-story/4919291-diana-ross-choked-up-at-son-s-wedding/

How about a little optimism?

... at yet another fundraiser, that Republicans are the party of "billionaires." Oops. He said this at the $26 million Greenwich, Connecticut, home of housing developer Rich Richman (I kid you not), who has a $10 billion company. Then, at a fundraiser ...

http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/how-about-a-little-optimism/article/2554877?custom_click=rss

Diana Ross 'choked up' at son's wedding

Diana Ross ''choked up'' as she watched her son Evan Ross marry Ashlee Simpson in a romantic ceremony on August 30. The legendary singer was overcome with emotional as she witnessed Evan Ross , 26, tie the knot with the 30-year-old beauty in a romantic ceremony held at her lavish home in Greenwich, Connecticut, on August 30. Diana's daughter Tracee, 41, told 'Access Hollywood': ''She choked up and it was so cute. Halfway through the ceremony she was like, 'Oh my gosh.'

http://www.contactmusic.com/story/diana-ross-choked-up-at-son-s-wedding_4415484

Consummate Musicianship Informs Greenwich Chamber Players Concert

Graced with a versatile and engaging saxophone guest soloist, The Chamber Players of the Greenwich Symphony Orchestra delighted the audience with an intriguing mix of 12-tone, Romantic, and reimagined and rescored musical works at the opening concert of its 43rd season. The saxophone, not historically a symphonic instrument, has grown in stature and importance in the repertoire.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/consummate-musicianship-informs-greenwich-chamber-players-concert-0?

Another Market Monsoon Greets Fed Curtailing QE Buying

... Michael Purves, chief global strategist and head of equity derivatives research at Weeden & Co. in Greenwich, Connecticut , said in a phone interview. "It's a relatively untested situation that's driving confusion in the markets, and that confusion ...

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-10-16/another-market-monsoon-greets-fed-curtailing-qe-buying.html

Second Congregational Church To Hold Harvest Fair and Gift Show on Nov. 1

The community is invited to a Harvest Fair and Gift Show on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Second Congregational Church, at 139 E. Putnam Ave. in Greenwich. Admission is free.

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/News_1/Second-Congregational-Church-To-Hold-Harvest-Fair-and-Gift-Show-on-Nov-122198.shtml

Wednesday, October 15, 2014

Greenwich Archaeological Associates To Host Lecture on 'The Artful Silk Road'

"The Artful Silk Road, Past and Present" will be the topic of Yale Professor Karen Polinger Foster at the Archaeological Associates of Greenwich meeting on Thursday, Oct,16 at 8 p.m. at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich. Sponsored by the Archaeological Associates of Greenwich , the lecture is free to AAG, Bruce Museum members, students with ID and $15 to the public at the door.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-archaeological-associates-host-lecture-artful-silk-road-0?

Chaos! Space Tourists, Entrepreneurs Geek Out at Math-Themed Gala

... socially acceptable to say, 'I'm not good at math ,'" said Saul Rosenthal, a museum trustee and president of the Greenwich, Connecticut-based investment company TICC Capital Corp. "That's not acceptable." During the cocktail hour, guests mingled ...

http://www.livescience.com/48307-math-themed-chaos-ball.html

Greenwich cheetah cubs carry on rare genetic line

Cheetah cubs, born on Labor Day, explore at the LEO Zoological Conservation Center in Greenwich, Conn., on Tuesday, October 14, 2014. The cubs, two male and one female, are part of a litter of eight born to the only King cheetah in America and all carry the allele, therefore improving the chances of increasing the population of King cheetahs, which is estimated to be only 30 worldwide.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Greenwich-cheetah-cubs-carry-on-rare-genetic-line-5825476.php

Cheetah cubs, born on Labor Day, explore at the LEO Zoological.... photo: 6997866 slideshow 847

Cheetah cubs, born on Labor Day, explore at the LEO Zoological Conservation Center in Greenwich, Conn., on Tuesday, October 14, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6997866.php

Adult male cheetahs relax in the sun at the LEO Zoological.... photo: 6997879 slideshow 847

Adult male cheetahs relax in the sun at the LEO Zoological Conservation Center in Greenwich, Conn., on Tuesday, October 14, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6997879.php

LEO Zoological Conservation Center Founder and Director Marcella.... photo: 6997874 slideshow 847

LEO Zoological Conservation Center Founder and Director Marcella Leone holds two cheetah cubs that were born on Labor Day in Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6997874.php

Obama cancels Bridgeport visit

... Bridgeport locations Monday for free tickets to attend the event. Last Tuesday, Obama headlined a VIP dinner in Greenwich for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee , where some guests paid up to $32,400 to rub elbows with the president. ...

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/local/article/Obama-cancels-Bridgeport-visit-5824535.php

The GOP Candidate For Governor In Connecticut Owns Two...

... seemingly show Foley still owns both planes. One of the jets is still registered in Foley's name at an address in Greenwich, Connecticut. The second jet is registered to a holding company at the same address. Foley's opponent, incumbent Connecticut ...

http://www.sfgate.com/technology/businessinsider/article/The-GOP-Candidate-For-Governor-In-Connecticut-5824992.php

William Frankle and his mother, Gina, prepare their scarecrow,.... photo: 6990382 slideshow 847

William Frankle and his mother, Gina, prepare their scarecrow, Sully from the Disney movie "Monsters Inc." during the Fall Festival and Scarecrow Competition at Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6990382.php

Brynn O'Donnell attempts to throw a bean bag through the mouth and.... photo: 6990386 slideshow 847

Brynn O'Donnell attempts to throw a bean bag through the mouth and eyes of cut-out ghosts during the Fall Festival and Scarecrow Competition at Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6990386.php

Candace DiCarlo helps her daughter, Sophia Fallon, walk on stilts.... photo: 6990383 slideshow 847

Candace DiCarlo helps her daughter, Sophia Fallon, walk on stilts during the Fall Festival and Scarecrow Competition at Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6990383.php

Julia Malouin, carying her three-month-old Garrett, and her husband.... photo: 6990384 slideshow 847

Julia Malouin, carying her three-month-old Garrett, and her husband Matthew help their children Mackenzie and Wesley fill their scarecrow's legs with hay during the Fall Festival and Scarecrow Competition at Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6990384.php

Renee Sheppard helps her children, Oliver, center, and Sebastian,.... photo: 6990390 slideshow 847

Renee Sheppard helps her children, Oliver, center, and Sebastian, put the finishing touches on their scarecrow during the Fall Festival and Scarecrow Competition at Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6990390.php

Ella Ehrlich sits next to the scarecrow she created during the Fall.... photo: 6990387 slideshow 847

Ella Ehrlich sits next to the scarecrow she created during the Fall Festival and Scarecrow Competition at Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6990387.php

Joe Greco releases homing pigeons as a demonstration on how.... photo: 6990392 slideshow 847

Joe Greco releases homing pigeons as a demonstration on how messages were sent during World War I during the Fall Festival and Scarecrow Competition at Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-6990392.php

The GOP Candidate For Governor In Connecticut Owns Two Fighter Jets

... seemingly show Foley still owns both planes. One of the jets is still registered in Foley's name at an address in Greenwich, Connecticut. The second jet is registered to a holding company at the same address. Foley's opponent, incumbent Connecticut ...

http://www.timesunion.com/technology/businessinsider/article/The-GOP-Candidate-For-Governor-In-Connecticut-5824992.php

Letter: 'Greenwich Needs To Elect Its Republican' Candidates for Hartford

Greenwich doesn't need a Democrat representing its constituents - there are too many Democrats that are already ruining our state. That's why our Town needs to send Livvy Floren, Fred Camillo and Scott Frantz back to Hartford, as well as newcomer Mike Bocchino.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/letter-greenwich-needs-elect-its-republican-candidates-hartford-0?

The GOP Candidate For Governor In Connecticut Owns A Pair Of Private Fighter Jets

... seemingly show Foley still owns both planes. One of the jets is still registered in Foley's name at an address in Greenwich, Connecticut. The second jet is registered to a holding company at the same address. Foley's opponent, incumbent Connecticut ...

http://www.businessinsider.com/tom-foley-owns-a-fighter-jet-2014-10?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+businessinsider+%28Business+Insider%29

9 Home Improvements for Your Aging Parents

... required to create a proper, isolated channel can run up a hefty carpentry bill alone," says Sabine Schoenberg, a Greenwich, Connecticut-based home improvement blogger at SabinesHome.com. The cost, Schoenberg says, depends on the length of the ...

http://money.usnews.com/money/personal-finance/articles/2014/10/15/9-home-improvements-for-your-aging-parents

Obama cancels Bridgeport visitvisit|article-5824535|mobile_simple_list_body-11991|2

... Bridgeport locations Monday for free tickets to attend the event. Last Tuesday, Obama headlined a VIP dinner in Greenwich for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, where some guests paid up to $32,400 to rub elbows with the president. Malloy ...

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Obama-cancels-Bridgeport-visit-5824535.php

visit|article-5824535|breaking_now-28471|1Obama cancels Bridgeport visit

... Bridgeport locations Monday for free tickets to attend the event. Last Tuesday, Obama headlined a VIP dinner in Greenwich for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, where some guests paid up to $32,400 to rub elbows with the president. Malloy ...

http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/local/article/Obama-cancels-Bridgeport-visit-5824535.php

President Barack Obama Cancels Connecticut Trip for Ebola Meeting

... night at Central High School to help support Gov. Dannel Malloy in his bid for a second term. The president was in Greenwich last week for a fundraiser dinner.

http://patch.com/connecticut/trumbull/president-barack-obama-cancels-connecticut-trip-ebola-meeting-0?

2015 AQR Insight Award Call for Papers

... on the quality of the submissions each year. Up to five finalists will be invited to present their papers in Greenwich, Connecticut, to the committee of judges. That panel consists of senior members of AQR's portfolio management team, many of whom ...

http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20141015006282/en/2015-AQR-Insight-Award-Call-Papers

Despite Obama's billionaire bashing, Democrats lay equal claim to 'party of rich'

Slice it any number of ways and there is at least as much reason to tag Obama's party - as opposed to the GOP - with the "party of the rich" label. Last week, Obama headlined a $32,000-a-plate fundraiser at the $26 million Greenwich, Conn., estate of a real estate mogul.

http://aei.org/article/politics-and-public-opinion/despite-obamas-billionaire-bashing-democrats-lay-equal-claim-to-party-of-rich/

James J. Golden, 81, Longtime Greenwich Resident

... his commission, through ROTC, as an officer in the U.S. Army. He served in the reserves. He raised his family in Greenwich, Conn., where they lived for over 30 years. He spent his entire business career in the design and construction of reflective ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/james-j-golden-81-longtime-greenwich-resident

Former Greenwich Swim Coach Receives 7-Year Jail Sentence

Seven years in prison - that's the sentence handed down to the former Greenwich High School teaching aide and swim coach for the Greenwich Boys and Girls Club who was found guilty of inappropriately touching a student in the club's showers. Andrew Knapp, 31, of Riverside, who's been free on $200,000 bond since his conviction by a jury in August, was sentenced Tuesday by Judge Bruce Hudock, according to Greenwich Time.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/former-greenwich-swim-coach-receives-7-year-jail-sentence-0?

Halloween Festivities Coming To Second Congressional Church In Greenwich

GREENWICH, Conn. The annual Halloween Happenings event at the Second Congressional Church will take place on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 10 a.m. to noon.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/halloween-festivities-coming-second-congressional-church-greenwich

Former Greenwich Swim Coach Sentenced To 7 Years For Risk Of Injury

A former teaching aide at Greenwich High School was sentenced to seven years in prison for trying to molest a child at the town's Boys & Girls Club, Hearst Connecticut Media reported. Andrew Knapp, 31, of Riverside was found guilty of trying to molest a 10-year-old swimming student in the showers of the club in 2010, Hearst said.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/former-greenwich-swim-coach-sentenced-7-years-risk-injury

Despite Obama's billionaire bashing, Democrats lay equal claim to 'party of rich'

Last week, Obama headlined a $32,000-a-plate fundraiser at the $26 million Greenwich, Conn., estate of a real estate mogul. During that dinner I noticed an email from Obama in my inbox warning me that "If Republicans win, we know who they'll be fighting for.

http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/despite-obamas-billionaire-bashing-democrats-lay-equal-claim-to-party-of-rich/article/2554796?custom_click=rss

Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Greenwich candidate remains on ballot

Despite announcing he was dropping out of the race for the 149th state House District, Greenwich Democrat Marc Abrams had yet to officially inform the Town Clerkis office by Tuesday afternoon. Photo: File Photo Despite announcing that he was ending his campaign to represent the 149th state House District last week, Greenwich Democrat Marc Abrams has hesitated to make it official.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Greenwich-candidate-remains-on-ballot-5823112.php

Olivine Gabbro to open soon on Greenwich Avenue

Olivine Gabbro, a Greenwich-based women's clothing retailer is moving from its location on Elm Street to 243 Greenwich Ave. next month. Photo: Maggie Gordon Patrick Heesang Chae is the managing director of Olivine Gabbro in Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Olivine-Gabbro-to-open-soon-on-Greenwich-Avenue-5823087.php

The Profit - Season Three Airs Tuesday October 14th on CNBC

... do design and retail for ladies ages and sizes. COURAGE.b has six locations across the country including one in Greenwich, CT which is where this episode will be set along with the corporate headquarters in New York city. In an interview from ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/the-profit-season-three-airs-tuesday-october-14th-on-cnbc?cid=rss

The Connecticut Playmakers Present Rodgers and Hart's "Sing For Your Supper"

The Connecticut Playmakers are presenting the best of Rodgers and Hart's Broadway songs in a fully-staged musical review Sing for Your Supper, playing at the First Congregational Church in Old Greenwich, through Oct. 26. Richard Rodgers and Lorenz Hart wrote over 500 songs for 26 Broadway musicals. In 1926 they had five musicals running on Broadway simultaneously.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/connecticut-playmakers-present-rodgers-and-harts-sing-your-supper-0?

Lecture on Met's American Wing Scheduled at Church on Oct. 21

Page Knox, a contractual lecturer at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, will discuss the museum's American Wing on Tuesday, Oct. 21, at 7 p.m. at Second Congregational Church, at 139 E. Putnam Ave. in Greenwich. The free program is sponsored by The Women's Fellowship of the church.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/lecture-mets-american-wing-scheduled-church-oct-21-0?

Stamford master plan update lacks boatyard

... way Stamford is to be shaped in the future," said Kevin Dailey , a city resident who works as a yacht broker in Greenwich. "It's critical to participate." At workshops, boaters, many of whom were members of the group Save Our Boatyard, made it clear ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Stamford-master-plan-update-lacks-boatyard-5822573.php

Billionaire Gabelli sells Belle Haven home for $10.3 million

Greenwich billionaire Mario Gabelli sold a two-story Colonial in Belle Haven for $10.3 million last week, claiming the title as the exclusive association's priciest sale of the year thus far, according to town records. Gabelli, who was recently named one of Forbes Magazine 's top 400 wealthiest people in the nation, coming in at No.

http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Billionaire-Gabelli-sells-Belle-Haven-home-for-5822417.php

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Greenwich billionaire Mario Gabelli sold a two-story Colonial in Belle Haven for $10.3 million last week, claiming the title as the exclusive association's priciest sale of the year thus far, according to town records. Gabelli, who was recently named one of Forbes Magazine's top 400 wealthiest people in the nation, coming in at No.

http://m.ctpost.com/business/article/Billionaire-Gabelli-sells-Belle-Haven-home-for-5822417.php

Letter: Byram Shore Boat Club Endorse Bocchino for 150th District Seat

... the organizations that he is and has been associated with. He is a staunch supporter of the boating community in Greenwich and has helped our organization and membership on countless occasions. His opponent is obviously not a supporter of the boat ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/letter-byram-shore-boat-club-endorse-bocchino-150th-district-seat-0?

Video: Greenwich High School Sports Weekly Wrap Up

The Greenwich boys soccer team clinched a spot in the state tournament after beginning this season down four starters. Two of those starters returned in Friday nights dominating win over New Canaan.

http://greenwich.itsrelevant.com/content/20668/Greenwich-High-School-Sports-Weekly-Wrap-Up

Local Service Employees International Union Endorses Fairfield's Kevin Coyner

... "I'm happy and proud to accept SEIU Healthcare 1199NE's endorsement," Coyner, a career firefighter for the Town of Greenwich, said. "As a union member myself, I recognize the value in organized labor and will be committed to protecting their ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/fairfield/local-service-employees-international-union-endorses-fairfields-kevin-coyner-0?

Old Greenwich Association to Host State Rep Candidate Debate

Old Greenwich residents will have the opportunity to hear from the two candidates vying for the open 150th state legislature seat Wednesday night when the Old Greenwich Association hosts a debate its annual meeting. "The questions that will be asked are being culled from letters, phone calls, conversations and questions that residents have been asking of our Board," according to David Rafferty, Old Greenwich Association president.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/old-greenwich-association-host-state-rep-candidate-debate-0?

Crumbs Is Reopening Stores Next Week - Here's What Will Be Different

... Stamford, Conn. was shut down on Tuesday, July 8, 2014. Crumbs closed all its stores, including those in Danbury, Greenwich, Stamford and Westport, a week after the struggling cupcake shop operator was delisted from the Nasdaq. Photo: Cathy Zuraw ...

http://www.westport-news.com/blogs/article/Crumbs-Is-Reopening-Stores-Next-Week-Here-s-5820508.php

Pumpkin Spice Linked To Gluten Intolerance, Says Research

... issues)," explains Purely Scientific Spokesperson, Donald B. Opp. As elucidated by Dr. Reed Fisher, M.D., R.D., at Greenwich Medical Center, in Greenwich, Conn., "The gluten content in pumpkin spice is so high (as) it would cause unbearable stomach ...

http://www.emailwire.com/release/168594-Pumpkin-Spice-Linked-To-Gluten-Intolerance-Says-Research-.html

Fire Damages Old Greenwich Home

According to preliminary reports from Greenwich Fire, the fire was reported around 3:30 a.m. at 39 Edgewater Dr., where firefighters found heavy fire conditions in the 2 1/2 story wood-frame home that was under construction. Have a news tip? Email barbara.heins@patch.com.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/fire-damages-old-greenwich-home-0?

Former Ad Writer Finds Calling With Crisis Center Serving Greenwich

... in this role,'' Buchanan said. Buchanan said she enjoys her work for The Center, which serves Darien, New Canaan, Greenwich, Stamford, Norwalk, Westport, Weston and Wilton. The Center was formed in 1979 and provides services for all victims of ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/former-advertising-writer-finds-true-calling-stamford-crisis-center

Happy Birthday To Greenwich's Joe Girardi

Girardi, who has owned a home in Greenwich, turns 50 on Tuesday. The manager of the New York Yankees was born Oct. 14, 1964, in Peoria, Ill.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/celebrations/happy-birthday-greenwich-s-joe-girardi

Broadway Stars To Perform At Benefit In Greenwich

GREENWICH, Conn. The 23rd Benefit Dinner for the Inner-City Foundation for Charity & Education in Bridgeport will be held on Saturday, Oct. 18, at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich.

http://wilton.dailyvoice.com/events/broadway-stars-perform-benefit-greenwich

Oxford Lane Capital Gets Company In 'Retail CLO' Space, With Launch Of Eagle Point Credit

... good thing about having another CLO-focused closed end fund on the block (almost literally, they're both based in Greenwich, CT, where a lot of high-rolling investment managers live and work), is that it may put pressure on both funds to provide ...

http://seekingalpha.com/article/2559035-oxford-lane-capital-gets-company-in-retail-clo-space-with-launch-of-eagle-point-credit?source=feed_tag_etf_portfolio_strategy

Westhill, Ridgefield boys soccer tie 2-2visit|article-5820662|mobile_home_category_body-336|4

... season. Ridgefield, meanwhile, is the team with the resume. As FCIAC co-champions in 2012 and FCIAC runner-up to Greenwich in 2013, as well as Class LL co-champs with Glastonbury in 2013, the Tigers certainly earned the big target on their backs. ...

http://m.newstimes.com/sports/article/Westhill-Ridgefield-boys-soccer-tie-2-2-5820662.php

Malloy and Foley have things to agree about on economic development

... to help close a $3.7 billion deficit. "We need to unwind some of these taxes Governor Malloy has put on us," the Greenwich businessman said. "But we can't do it all at once." Foley said he believes he can keep state spending flat for each of the ...

http://www.theday.com/article/20141013/NWS12/141019923/1018

Monday, October 13, 2014

Popular bake shop is reopening, with a twist

... Stamford, Conn. was shut down on Tuesday, July 8, 2014. Crumbs closed all its stores, including those in Danbury, Greenwich, Stamford and Westport, a week after the struggling cupcake shop operator was delisted from the Nasdaq. Photo: Cathy Zuraw ...

http://www.newstimes.com/blogs/article/Crumbs-Is-Reopening-Stores-Next-Week-Here-s-5820508.php

Popular bake shop making a comeback

... Stamford, Conn. was shut down on Tuesday, July 8, 2014. Crumbs closed all its stores, including those in Danbury, Greenwich, Stamford and Westport, a week after the struggling cupcake shop operator was delisted from the Nasdaq. Photo: Cathy Zuraw ...

http://www.ctpost.com/blogs/article/Crumbs-Is-Reopening-Stores-Next-Week-Here-s-5820508.php

Have You Seen Greenwich's New Nathaniel Witherell Nursing Home?

... and festivities as well as tour the facility. The Nathaniel Witherell is owned and operated by the Town of Greenwich and has been serving the community for 111 years. Entertainment will include performances by the Melody Men, the men's singing group ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/have-you-seen-greenwichs-new-nathaniel-witherell-nursing-home-0?

Letter: Bocchino 'Will Be the Voice of the Greenwich Community'

I am Writing to support the Candidacy of Mike Bocchino for State Representative for the 150th district. I have known Mike for many years, serving with him on The Byram Planning Committee, the Byram Pool Committee, The Greenwich Preservation Trust, where he serves as Treasurer and a member of the Executive Committee.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/letter-bocchino-will-be-voice-greenwich-community-0?

Greenwich store starring in reality show Tuesday night

The Courage. b store located at 85 Greenwich Ave., Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Oct. 10, 2014, is being featured on the CNBC show "The Profit" Tuesday night.

http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Greenwich-store-starring-in-reality-show-Tuesday-5820275.php

Free Screening of Fed Up on Skip Sugar Day in Greenwich

... to life at the free community screening of the documentary FED UP hosted by HALSAmd at the Cole Auditorium at the Greenwich Library, 101 West Putnam Avenue, on Monday, October 27 at 6:30 p.m. First Selectman Peter Tesei has issued a proclamation ...

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/health/Free-Screening-of-FED-UP-on-Skip-Sugar-Day-in-Greenwich22193.shtml

Malloy, Foley share common ground about economic development in Connecticut

... to help close a $3.7 billion deficit. "We need to unwind some of these taxes Governor Malloy has put on us," the Greenwich businessman said. "But we can't do it all at once." Foley said he believes he can keep state spending flat for each of the ...

http://www.theday.com/article/20141013/NWS12/141019923/1017

Greenwich Letter: Tesei Endorses Floren's Reelection

The Town of Greenwich is blessed to have Livvy Floren serving as State Representative from the 149th District of Greenwich and Stamford. Livvy exemplifies honesty, integrity and civility.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-letter-tesei-endorses-florens-reelection-0?

Pacific National Bank's ownership change approved by regulators

... A. Meier and Mounir Nahas . All of them are senior officials with Black Diamond, an asset management firm in Greenwich, Conn. A spokesman for Pacific National Bank, which had $354.3 million in assets on June 30, declined to comment on the ownership ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/southflorida/news/2014/10/13/pacific-national-bank-s-ownership-change-approved.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_2+%28Commercial+Banking+Industry+News%29

Winter Park apartments sell for $57.7M

A 596-unit Winter Park luxury apartment complex sale recorded to public records this month after just being listed for sale early this summer. Miami-based Sun Key Holdings LLC spent $57.7 million, or $96,812 per unit, on buying the 28-year-old Sun Key Apartments from Greenwich, Conn.-based VIII Sun Key Apartments LLC, Orange County records showed.

http://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/blog/2014/10/winter-park-apartments-sell-for-57-7m.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_26+%28Economic+Snapshot+Industry+News%29

Winter Park apartments sell for $57.7M

... Sun Key Holdings LLC spent $57.7 million, or $96,812 per unit, on buying the 28-year-old Sun Key Apartments from Greenwich, Conn.-based VIII Sun Key Apartments LLC, Orange County records showed. The property, which was 94 percent occupied, was ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/blog/2014/10/winter-park-apartments-sell-for-57-7m.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_orlando+%28Orlando+Business+Journal%29

Edwin P. Fox, 83, Of Greenwich, Retired Letter Carrier

Fox was born Jan. 31, 1931, in Greenwich, to Frank and Anna Fox. He attended St. Mary's School and graduated from Greenwich High School in 1951.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/edwin-p-fox-83-greenwich-retired-letter-carrier

Beatrice Beadle, 79, Of Greenwich

GREENWICH/STAMFORD, Conn. - Beatrice Humphreys Fairlamb Beadle of Greenwich, Southbury, Storrs and Stamford, died Monday, Sept.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/beatrice-beadle-79-greenwich

Hundreds Attend Golf Tournament, Dinner Benefit for Ex-Cos Cobber Marc Gangi

More than 175 people attended Friday's benefit for Cos Cob native and 1980 Greenwich High School graduate Marc Gangi and his family. There were 125 golfers and at least another 50 who attended the dinner that followed the benefit golf tournament held Oct. 10 at the Whitney Farms Golf Course in Monroe, according to family friend Fred Camillo of Old Greenwich, who also helped organize the benefit.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/hundreds-attend-golf-tournament-dinner-benefit-ex-cos-cobber-marc-gangi-0?

Marjorie Stowell Foster, 67, Operated L'Abbee Catering In New Canaan

Foster was born Feb. 4, 1947, in Greenwich, to Adelaide McClary Stowell and Eldon Stowell of Greenwich. She was a chef and owner of Marge Foster Catering and was active with The Town Players of New Canaan.

http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/marjorie-stowell-foster-67-greenwich-owned-catering-firms

Greenwich's Nathaniel Witherell Celebrates Completion Of Major Expansion

The public is invited to attend the open house, which will take place Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. "This will be a wonderful opportunity for those who live and work in Greenwich and the surrounding towns to see first-hand the upgrades and renovations at the Witherell, which has long been a treasured local facility and a symbol of our community's spirit and pride," said David Ormsby, chairman of the Friends of Nathaniel Witherell, Inc. Support for the Witherell's renovation project came from the Town of Greenwich and Project Renew: The Capital Campaign for the Nathaniel Witherell. Organized by the Friends of the Nathaniel Witherell, it was the facility's first capital campaign in its 111-year history.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/greenwichs-nathaniel-witherell-celebrates-completion-major-expansion

Contemporary Realism Exhibition in Greenwich

Cavalier Galleries is excited to present Contemporary Realism , a group exhibition featuring several established artists, as well as some exciting new additions to the gallery roster. The show will run from October 23th to November 16th, 2014, at our Greenwich, CT location.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/contemporary-realism-exhibition-0?

"The peasants are revolting"

... THE SOAP AND WATER. OCLC WorldCat record The peasants are revolting Author: Brant Parker; Johnny Hart Publisher: Greenwich, Conn. : Fawcett Publications, 1971. Series: The Wizard of Id, no. 3 Edition/Format: Book : English The Internet Movie ...

http://www.barrypopik.com/index.php/new_york_city/entry/the_peasants_are_revolting/

Raising minimum wage not unemployment extension top issue for Obama in midterms

... a top priority for the midterm elections campaign, Oct. 11, 2014 The president spoke at a private fundraisers in Greenwich, Connecticut on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2014, and then at actress' Gwenyth Paltrow's home in Los Angeles on Thursday, Oct. 9 where he ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/raising-minimum-wage-not-unemployment-extension-top-issue-for-obama-midterms

Sunday, October 12, 2014

A Tour of America's Slave Houses Leads to Medford

... of the project working in South Carolina as a history consultant, also recently visited the Bush-Holley House in Greenwich, Conn. But the majority of the slave houses he has stayed at sit in the heart of the south. "I get the most interesting ...

http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/2014/10/12/tour-america-slave-houses-leads-medford/rCk4Toke9XztrYBa5XEVCM/story.html?p1=Must_Reads

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Tickets still remain for the 10th anniversary Sports Night awards dinner 6 p.m. Oct. 20 at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich. The seven newest members of the Fairfield County Sports Hall of Fame will be officially inducted at the event:.

http://m.ctpost.com/sports/article/Tickets-remain-for-the-10th-Sports-Night-awards-5818395.php

Obama Said to Warn of Crippling Cyber Attack Potential

President Barack Obama believes cyber terrorism is one of the biggest threats to national security and says the White House is bracing for a possible doomsday scenario if hackers can successfully penetrate government and business computer systems, the FOX Business Network has learned. The president shared his thoughts on cyber terrorism last week, during a fundraising tour in New York City and a stop in Greenwich Conn., according to people who attended the events.

http://www.foxbusiness.com/economy-policy/2014/10/12/obama-said-to-warn-crippling-cyber-attack-potential/

Fall Festival and Scarecrow Competition in Greenwich

Renee Sheppard helps her children, Oliver, center, and Sebastian, put the finishing touches on their scarecrow during the Fall Festival and Scarecrow Competition at Greenwich Historical Society in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2014.

http://www.newstimes.com/news/slideshow/Fall-Festival-and-Scarecrow-Competition-in-95434.php

A Tour of America's Slave Houses Leads to Medford

... of the project working in South Carolina as a history consultant, also recently visited the Bush-Holley House in Greenwich, Conn. But the majority of the slave houses he has stayed at are in the heart of the south. "I get the most interesting ...

http://www.boston.com/news/local/massachusetts/2014/10/12/tour-america-slave-houses-leads-medford/rCk4Toke9XztrYBa5XEVCM/story.html

The #3 UVa Field Hockey Team Upset by #17 Wake at Home

... minutes into the game on the first shot by either team after receiving a pass from sophomore Emilia Tapsall (Old Greenwich, Conn.) at the top of the circle and sweeping it into the goal. Wake answered seven minutes later, with Conroe tipping in a ...

http://www.nbc29.com/story/26766858/the-3-uva-field-hockey-team-upset-by-17-wake-at-home

President Obama finishes coastal trips to raise cash for Democrats

... ing the past three days in California, mostly for fundraising. He also raised money last week in New York City and Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/national_world/2014/10/12/obama-1012-art-gm4uf0m9-1.html

Obama's Greenwich Visit For Fundraising Tops Week's News

President Barack Obama finished up his two-hour whirlwind fundraising trip to Connecticut by taking off aboard his helicopter, Marine One, from the grounds of the Greenwich Polo Club. On Wednesday, he will be in Bridgeport at a rally for Gov. Dannel Malloy, A 14-year-old Greenwich girl was charged with assaulting two Greenwich Police officers who had gone to Stamford to take her into custody.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/obama-s-greenwich-visit-fundraising-tops-week-s-news

After weeks sidelined, Obama set to hit the trail

... the past three days in California, mostly for fund-raising. He also raised money last week in New York City and Greenwich, Conn., and has similar events scheduled in the week ahead. On Wednesday, before heading to the Connecticut rally, Obama ...

http://www.bostonglobe.com/news/nation/2014/10/11/obama-wraps-california-fund-raising-trip/bL3SkKbowPXdvR7VDiK48M/story.html

Foley dogged by questions about tax write-offs for the rich

... Foley's name has become interchangeable with those of Linda McMahon and Ned Lamont , deep-pocketed candidates from Greenwich whose wealth was caricatured when they started to sniff political success. It's that the rich have little in common with ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Foley-dogged-by-questions-about-tax-write-offs-5817432.php

Saturday, October 11, 2014

Foley dogged by tax write-off questions

... Foley's name has become interchangeable with those of Linda McMahon and Ned Lamont , deep-pocketed candidates from Greenwich whose wealth was caricatured when they started to sniff political success. It's that the rich have little in common with ...

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Foley-dogged-by-questions-about-tax-write-offs-5817082.php

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... Foley's name has become interchangeable with those of Linda McMahon and Ned Lamont, deep-pocketed candidates from Greenwich whose wealth was caricatured when they started to sniff political success. It's that the rich have little in common with many ...

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Foley-dogged-by-questions-about-tax-write-offs-5817082.php

Houlihan Lawrence Marks 1 Year Selling Greenwich Real Estate

Within one year of expanding into Connecticut with the opening of its Greenwich office, Houlihan Lawrence, the leading real estate firm serving New York City's northern suburbs, is already ranked the number two office in Greenwich. Houlihan Lawrence first opened its office in Greenwich with 14 of the community's top-producing agents recruited from the area's top four brokerages, all attracted to the firm's cutting-edge marketing and branding capabilities, and expansive international reach.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/houlihan-lawrence-marks-1-year-selling-greenwich-real-estate-0?

WOW House: Lakeside Luxury and Views in Greenwich

... which also offers canoeing, kayaking, fishing and ice skating. The acreage was once part of Dunellen Hall, one of Greenwich's Great Estates, adjacent to the property. Have a news tip? Email barbara.heins@patch.com. You can also post your own news, ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/wow-house-lakeside-luxury-and-views-greenwich-0?

Greenwich Reform Synagogue comment ...." more of an imposition for us ...

At the Selectman's meeting on Oct. 2, 2014 after the Selectman approved the settlement of the Greenwich Reform Synagogue Federal RLUIP lawsuit a co-president of GRS commented ...." respectfully ask that we make no changes to the meeting tonight." ....."more of an imposition for us to once again delayed and delayed and delayed"...."we respectfully ask that nothing else delay for us"..... Lets look at .... "once again delayed and delayed and delayed...." When GRS started the process with a lot line revision and the approvals of all the required agencies necessary for the building of their synagogue how long did they think it would take.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-reform-synagogue-comment-more-imposition-us-once-again-delayed-and-0?

Antonia Nuzzi, 81; Mother of Stamford Residents

... Church, 566 Elm St., Stamford, at 9:30 a.m. Entombment will follow at St. Joseph's Mausoleum, Putnam Cemetery of Greenwich. Family and friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 13. In lieu of flowers, the family requests ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/antonia-nuzzi-81-mother-stamford-residents-0?

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... Foley's name has become interchangeable with those of Linda McMahon and Ned Lamont, deep-pocketed candidates from Greenwich whose wealth was caricatured when they started to sniff political success. It's that the rich have little in common with many ...

http://m.newstimes.com/local/article/Foley-dogged-by-questions-about-tax-write-offs-5817082.php

Foley dogged by questions about tax write-offs for the rich

... Foley's name has become interchangeable with those of Linda McMahon and Ned Lamont , deep-pocketed candidates from Greenwich whose wealth was caricatured when they started to sniff political success. It's that the rich have little in common with ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Foley-dogged-by-questions-about-tax-write-offs-5817082.php

Edwin Peter Fox, 83; U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, Retired Greenwich Postal Service Worker

Ed attended St. Mary's School and graduated from Greenwich High School in 1951. He was drafted into the U.S. Marine Corps in 1954 and served during the Korean War.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/edwin-peter-fox-83-us-marine-corps-veteran-retired-greenwich-postal-service-worker?

Splurge Matches Scarf Donations for Cancer Patients at Greenwich Hospital

For the fourth consecutive year, Splurge Unique Gifts, Home Decor, and Jewelry is partnering with Smilow Cancer Hospital's Greenwich Hospital Campus to donate scarves to patients undergoing chemotherapy treatments. Now through Oct. 31 Splurge will donate a beautiful pashmina scarf to a chemotherapy patient with every $150 purchase.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/splurge-matches-scarf-donations-cancer-patients-greenwich-hospital-0?

Obama wraps up West Coast fundraising jaunt

... fourth California fundraiser in three days. Earlier this week, he raised funds for Democrats in New York City and Greenwich, Connecticut, and has future fundraising events on tap next week. On Friday, Obama pressed supporters at a Democratic ...

http://thehill.com/blogs/blog/briefing-room/news/220492-obama-wraps-up-west-coast-fundraising-jaunt

Dylan Dreyer meets a litter of endangered cheetah cubs

A liter of rare king cheetahs made history at the LEO Zoological Conservation Center last month in Greenwich, Connecticut, adding eight new cheetahs to the species' world population of 30. TODAY's Dylan Dreyer reports "Dylan Dreyer meets a litter of endangered cheetah cubs" is categorized as "world". This video was licensed from Grab Networks.

http://www.americanbankingnews.com/2014/10/11/dylan-dreyer-meets-a-litter-of-endangered-cheetah-cubs/

Wilton Artists: Weir Farm Hosts Impressionist Painting Workshop

... be an Impressionist Painter Workshop Series will be taught by Impressionist artist and educator Dmitri Wright, of Greenwich, Connecticut. Mr. Wright seeks to continue the Impressionist discipline through his preservation and progress of American ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/wilton/wilton-artists-weir-farm-hosts-impressionist-painting-workshop-0?

Ex-hedge fund manager quits state race amid sex allegations

Former high-flying hedge fund manager Marc Abrams was forced to drop out of the race for the 149th State House seat in Greenwich, Conn., after allegations of sexual harassment against... [ News Source ]

http://www.personalinjurylawnews.com/ex-hedge-fund-manager-quits-state-race-amid-sex-allegations/

Malloy hopes to cash in on $10.10 minimum wage law

... decency and that's what Dan Malloy has been about," Patrick said. Foley campaign spokesman Chris Cooper said the Greenwich businessman supports both a national minimum wage of $10.10 an hour and a state minimum wage of $10.10 an hour. But he said if ...

http://www.theday.com/article/20141011/NWS12/310119950/1019

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