New superintendent named for Longshore Golf Course

... director. Prior to joining ValleyCrest, Golden served as assistant superintendent at the Stanwich Club in Greenwich. He was also assistant superintendent at Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, N.J.; Century Country Club in Purchase, N.Y., and ...

http://www.westport-news.com/news/article/New-superintendent-named-for-Longshore-Golf-Course-6123056.php

Westport's Longshore Golf Club Welcomes New Superintendent

Before joining ValleyCrest, Golden served as assistant superintendent at The Stanwich Club in Greenwich. He was also assistant superintendent at Edgewood Country Club in River Vale, N.J., Century Country Club in Purchase, N.Y., and Metedeconk National Golf Club in Jackson, N.J. Golden has 13 years of tournament experience, including Dick's Sporting Goods Open, LPGA Match Play Championship and U.S. Open.

http://westport.dailyvoice.com/sports/westports-longshore-golf-club-welcomes-new-superintendent

Route 1 Rated The Most Dangerous Road For Pedestrians In Connecticut

The stretch of U.S. Route 1 in Fairfield County, which runs from Greenwich to Bridgeport, was rated the most dangerous road for pedestrians in Connecticut by the Tri-State Transportation Campaign. The study measured pedestrian fatalities from 2011 through 2013.

http://danbury.dailyvoice.com/news/route-1-rated-most-dangerous-road-pedestrians-connecticut

Greenwich's Gabriele's Italian Steakhouse Joins Meatless Mondays

Gabriele's will participate in Meatless Monday, starting in March, by offering meat-free specials every Monday. For their first Meatless Monday on March 2, risotto primavera and trenette with a truffle puree was a big hit on the menu.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/greenwichs-gabrieles-italian-steakhouse-joins-meatless-mondays

Greenwich Hospital Presents Community Health Events

... lifestyle choices, TOPS members work to achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Sponsored by Community Health at Greenwich Hospital. For more information, visit www.tops.org or call 203-863-4444. The Nurse Is In: A nurse is on site to take blood ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/greenwich-hospital-presents-community-health-events

Greenwich Woman Named Junior Triathlete Of The Year

Easton's Chris Thomas and Emma Langley of Cos Cob were named USA Triathlon's Age Group Triathletes of the Year. Thomas won the Masters Triathlete of the Year award for the third straight year.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/fairfield-county-triathletes-win-prestigious-national-awards

Traffic approaches Maine Turnpike toll booths in Gardiner, Maine in...

Traffic approaches Maine Turnpike toll booths in Gardiner, Maine in Feb. 2011. Connecticut once again considers the generation-old question of whether or not to bring back tolls.Photo: Robert F. Bukaty, Associated Press File Photo From U.S. 1 in Greenwich to Mill Plain Road in Danbury, the communities that are the gateways to Connecticut now find themselves bound together in a common cause: fighting highway tolls But could lawmakers representing those who live on the state's borders have the clout to stop highway tolls from being brought back after a 30-year absence? And is there any political sweetener that could make toll foes change their minds?

http://www.newstimes.com/printpromotion/article/The-politics-of-highway-tolls-6122604.php

Traffic approaches Maine Turnpike toll booths in Gardiner, Maine in...

Traffic approaches Maine Turnpike toll booths in Gardiner, Maine in Feb. 2011. Connecticut once again considers the generation-old question of whether or not to bring back tolls.Photo: Robert F. Bukaty, AP Photo/Robert F. Bukaty, File From U.S. 1 in Greenwich to Mill Plain Road in Danbury, the communities that are the gateways to Connecticut now find themselves bound together in a common cause: fighting highway tolls But could lawmakers representing those who live on the state's borders have the clout to stop highway tolls from being brought back after a 30-year absence? And is there any political sweetener that could make toll foes change their minds? "It's a game of incrementalism," said Mark Boughton , the longtime Danbury mayor.

http://www.ctpost.com/printpromotion/article/The-politics-of-highway-tolls-6122764.php

Freezing Rain, Hazardous Travel Possible For Morning Commute In Greenwich

An area of scattered snow and rain showers is expected to track east into Fairfield County through the Monday morning commute, the National Weather Service advised in a special weather statement issued 10:18 p.m. Sunday. With temperatures falling below freezing, any liquid precipitation would be freezing rain, resulting in hazardous travel for the start of the morning commute, especially on untreated roads and sidewalks, the weather service said.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/freezing-rain-hazardous-travel-possible-morning-commute-fairfield

GFA boys basketball claims third straight New England title

The FAA boys high school basketball playoff game between Brunswick School and Greens Farms Academy of Westport at Brunswick in Greenwich, Conn., Wednesday night, Feb. 25, 2015. Brunswick won the game in overtime by a score of 86-77.

http://www.westport-news.com/sports/article/GFA-boys-basketball-claims-third-straight-New-6122683.php

GFA boys basketball claims third straight New England title

The FAA boys high school basketball playoff game between Brunswick School and Greens Farms Academy of Westport at Brunswick in Greenwich, Conn., Wednesday night, Feb. 25, 2015. Brunswick won the game in overtime by a score of 86-77.

http://m.westport-news.com/sports/article/GFA-boys-basketball-claims-third-straight-New-6122683.php

The Weekend in Photos, March 6-8, 2015

Emily Graffeo, left, 17, and Sadhana Shah, 17, walk the runway during the "Swing into Spring" Fashion Show Fundraiser at the Hyatt Regency in Old Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, March 8, 2015.

http://www.ctpost.com/entertainment/slideshow/The-Weekend-in-Photos-March-6-8-2015-104907.php

Measure of a man: Tailor who survived Holocaust shares story at Greenwich synagogue

Holocaust survivor Martin Greenfield speaks beside his niece Marla Felton in a program called "An Intimate Discussion with Martin Greenfield - Auschwitz Survivor and an American Success Story" at Temple Sholom in Greenwich, Conn. Sunday, March 8, 2015.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Measure-of-a-man-Tailor-who-survived-Holocaust-6122561.php

Greenwich Weather Update: The Spring-Like Weather Continues ... For a While

... don't have a 'throwback Thursday' to the near zero temps we've endured for the past seven weeks. Check back with Greenwich Patch for the latest on whether schools may have delayed openings come Monday. Better yet, sign up for the Greenwich Patch ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-weather-update-spring-weather-continues-while-0?

After Hitting a Stone Wall, Greenwich Police Arrest Driver on DUI Charge

A driver is facing charges of driving under the influence and unsafe movement after a Greenwich Police officer "observed a vehicle engaged with a stone wall." The driver was arrested following the crash that occurred on Hillcrest Park Road shortly before 10 p.m. on Feb. 26, according to a police report.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/after-hitting-stone-wall-greenwich-police-arrest-driver-dui-charge-0?

Fred Nives, 94; World Ward II Veteran; Successful Entrepreneur; Avid...

... where he was not riding, Fred became an official timer at the finish lines. He was also the Treasurer of the Greenwich Riding and Trails Association. He was proud that the GRTA's budget was perfectly balanced while he was the treasurer. His wide ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/fred-nives-94-world-ward-ii-veteran-successful-entrepreneur-avid-sportsman-who-co-founded-adopt-dog?

Westfield Historical Society' Adopt-a-House Program announced

... Prospect and Clark Streets dating back to the Civil War. Specifically, the connection between the founding of Greenwich, Conn., in 1640 and Westfield will be the highlights. Dovidio has lived in his historic home for 33 years. For over 25 years, he ...

http://www.nj.com/suburbannews/index.ssf/2015/03/westfield_historical_society_a_6.html

Keeping The Food Pantry Stocked in Greenwich

Photos: #1: Greenwich Council of Boy Scouts spokesman Jessica Reid and Scout Jamie Heavey sort food donations; #2: Greenwich Boys Scouts sort food donations; #3: Greyson Lowther, 15 months, with some of the food donations; #4 and #6: Greenwich Boy Scouts; #5: Signs outside Christ Church Greenwich during the food drive. Credit: Barbara Heins.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/keeping-food-pantry-stocked-greenwich-0?

WOW House: Verdant Lake Views in the Heart of Greenwich

This designer showcase is a completely rebuilt 1925 English Manor-inspired home set on nearly a-half acre on Milbrook's upper lake. There is exquisite detail, imported/custom appointments and 21st century 'smart home' technology, in the five-bedroom, eight-bathroom home that has multiple French doors that open to a stunning 1,100 square-foot stone terrace overlooking the lake, according to Zillow.com.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/wow-house-verdant-lake-views-heart-greenwich-0?

PHOTO: Here are some things you shouldnt say to someone with an eating disorder.

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

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/things-shouldnt-whos-eating-disorder/story?id=29452597

Women underrepresented in Greenwich workforce

... Permanent Commission on the Status of Women found that the wage gap is largest in this part of the state," said Greenwich resident Mary Lee Kiernan , a commissioner of the PCSW. "Women here on an aggregate basis make 50 percent of the median annual ...

http://www.newstimes.com/business/article/Women-underrepresented-in-Greenwich-workforce-6119593.php

Selma - Our President Has Wired It Into America's Collective Consciousness

... simple act of courage could attract followers, just as Lewis had. Soon enough we might lead anation-wide walk to Greenwich, Connecticut or the Upper East Side of Manhattan. We can ask the residents to share. We can tell them if they don't we ...

http://speechwriting-ghostwriting.typepad.com/speechwriting_ghostwritin/2015/03/selma-our-president-has-wired-it-into-americas-collective-consciousness.html

Video: Greenwich Cycles its Way to a 9/11 Memorial

... The September 11 memorial to be built at Cos Cob Park, will bear the names of all 32 victims who had ties to Greenwich. "It's really important for our town to have a place that's easy to access and a nice serene quiet place to go and reflect. With ...

http://greenwich.itsrelevant.com/content/22458/Greenwich-Cycles-its-Way-to-a-911-Memorial

Darien upends Greenwich to win FCIAC hockey title

Darien's Nicholas Tuzinkiewicz occupies the top of the Darien High School boys hockey team victory pile at the conclusion of the FCIAC boys hockey championship game between Greenwich High School and Darien High School at Terry Conners Rink in Stamford, Conn., Saturday, March 7, 2015. Darien took the championship with a 5-3 victory.

http://m.dariennewsonline.com/sports/article/Darien-upends-Greenwich-to-win-FCIAC-hockey-title-6121491.php

Darien swin FCIAC title

Darien's Nicholas Tuzinkiewicz occupies the top of the Darien High School boys hockey team victory pile at the conclusion of the FCIAC boys hockey championship game between Greenwich High School and Darien High School at Terry Conners Rink in Stamford, Conn., Saturday, March 7, 2015. Darien took the championship with a 5-3 victory.

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/sports/article/Darien-upends-Greenwich-to-win-FCIAC-hockey-title-6121210.php

Greenwich pianist's outreach grows

Old Greenwich pianist Sue Song accepts applause at a recent performance to benefit her Amoris Foundation, created to bring aAuforgotten children, orphans, children with special needs, live musical performances, and to provide them with piano lessons."

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Greenwich-pianist-s-outreach-grows-6121332.php

Greenwich Shows It's 'Positively More' For Girl Teens

The Junior League of Greenwich recently completed its newest program, Positively More focuses on positive development of 11-and 12-year-old girls. The latest in a series of five separate sessions focused on 11- and 12-year-old girls and aims to give girls the tools to avoid questionable situations, lessen the consequences of conflicts, and identify lessons learned by challenges.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-shows-its-positively-more-girl-teens-0?

Community Health Events At Greenwich Hospital Begin Tuesday

Greenwich Hospital is offering special events on Tuesdays, March 10, 17, 24 and 31, which include music, meditation, blood pressure readings and more. A nurse will be on site to take blood pressure readings and answer health questions from 10 a.m. to noon at the Greenwich Hospital Cafeteria Atrium.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/community-health-events-greenwich-hospital-begin-tuesday

Robots in Action

... he Northeast Utilities Foundation, it took place for the third time at GFA. Twenty-two teams from West Hartford to Greenwich participated. (CLICK TO ENLARGE) Phyllis Groner for WestportNow.com

http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2_5/robots_in_action/

Americans spent $58 billion on pets in 2014

... pets can get facials and massages, said Bob Vetere, president and CEO of the pet products association, based in Greenwich, Connecticut. The report says trips to the veterinarian were unchanged or slightly down last year, although expenditures per ...

http://www.news4jax.com/news/americans-spent-58-billion-to-pamper-protect-pets-in-2014/31655696

GHS cheerleaders to compete

The Greenwich High School cheerleading team will compete in the CIAC Class LL Championships Saturday at the Floyd Little Athletic Center in New Haven. The 24-team event is scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. Greenwich is slated to perform second in the meet.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/sports/article/GHS-cheerleaders-to-compete-6120186.php

Greenwich postal worker charged with stealing money orders

A 22-year-old Greenwich postal worker, who is a person of interest in the theft of more than $300,000 in postal money orders from the Old Greenwich post office, was arraigned Friday on forgery and larceny charges. Within two hours of being arraigned at state Superior Court in Stamford, Keiyana Lawhorne posted $250,000 bond and was released.

http://m.ctpost.com/policereports/article/Greenwich-postal-worker-charged-with-stealing-6120380.php

Bank robber tied to Greenwich heist busted in Jersey

The female suspect who wore a red wig and allegedly threatened to kill while holding up a bank in New Jersey -- tied by authorities to a January bank robbery in Greenwich -- was collared this week at an Atlantic City casino. Michelle Cantatore , 51, of White Plains, N.Y., was seen handling big stacks of cash at the Borgata Casino on the same day as the New Jersey heist, at the Glen Rock Savings Bank on Feb. 18. Court papers filed by the FBI say Cantatore is linked to the Jan. 30 robbery at the Greenwich Bank and Trust Company .

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Bank-robber-tied-to-Greenwich-heist-busted-in-6119977.php

Greenwich postal worker charged with stealing money orders

A 22-year-old Greenwich postal worker, who is a person of interest in the theft of more than $300,000 in postal money orders from the Old Greenwich post office , was arraigned Friday on forgery and larceny charges. Within two hours of being arraigned at state Superior Court in Stamford, Keiyana Lawhorne posted a $250,000 bond and was released.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/policereports/article/Greenwich-postal-worker-charged-with-stealing-6119772.php

Things to do in and around Greenwich

Organist Randall Atcheson, minister of music and organist at First Presbyterian Church on Lafayette Place, will give free concert at 3 p.m. Sunday at the church featuring music of Bach, Franck, Langlais and Liszt. Reception following.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6119939.php

Driving Without Headlights Leads to Motorist's DUI Arrest

Greenwich Police arrested a female driver on a driving under the influence charge after officers on Sound Beach Avenue in Old Greenwich saw her driving without her headlights turned on. When police stopped the driver on Sound Beach, near Cherry Lane, officers said the woman had red, glassy eyes and an odor of alcohol on her breath, according to a police report.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/driving-without-headlights-leads-motorists-dui-arrest-0?

'It's going to happen to you'

... state Rep. Caroline Simmons , D-144, and Rep. William Tong , D-147, of Stamford and Rep. Livvy Floren , R-149, of Greenwich, that would establish public-private partnerships to provide Internet security training and exercises. He spoke with Advocate ...

http://www.ctpost.com/printpromotion/article/It-s-going-to-happen-to-you-6119690.php

FBI Arrests Woman In NJ Bank Robbery; Cops Seek Link To Greenwich Crime

Despite the arrest Thursday of a woman from White Plains, N.Y., in connection with a New Jersey bank robbery, the FBI isn't making any connections to a late January bank robbery by a woman in Greenwich. " FBI is not confirming if the two robberies are linked," according to a release issued by Barbara Woodruff, a spokeswoman for the FBI's Newark Division that was issued Friday morning.

http://danbury.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/fbi-arrests-woman-nj-bank-robbery-cops-seek-link-greenwich-crime

Greenwich High School Junior Earns Gold Medal at International Math Competition

Greenwich High School Junior Michael Kural earned a Gold Medal in an international math competition held last week in Bucharest, Romania. Michael received one of 10 Gold Medals awarded at the 2015 Romanian Master of Mathematics competition, held in Bucharest, from Feb. 25 to March 1. He was one of six students qualifying to represent the United States in the competition that included 100 students from 17 countries.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-high-school-junior-earns-gold-medal-international-math-competition-0?

Courtesy: Glen Rock Police Department/NJ.com

... gun was found not far from the scene. Police are not directly linking this robbery with the one that took place in Greenwich on January 30th when a suspect with a similar description robbed the Greenwich Bank and Trust on East Putnam Avenue.

http://wtnh.com/2015/03/06/wig-wearing-bank-robber-arrested/

Port Chester's Nessa Plans Saturday Fundraiser For Ukrainian Teenagers

A chance encounter between a Port Chester bartender and an international volunteer from Connecticut may give a boost to youth development programs in Ukraine. Al Corbelli, general manager and head bartender at nessa restaurant, 325 N. Main St., recently met Daven Karp, 24, of Old Greenwich, Conn., at nessa.

http://portchester.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/port-chesters-nessa-plans-saturday-fundraiser-ukrainian-teenagers

FBI Arrests Woman In NJ Bank Robbery; Cops Seek Link To Greenwich Crime

Despite the arrest Thursday of a woman in connection with a New Jersey bank robbery, the FBI isn't making any connections to a late January bank robbery by a woman in Greenwich. " FBI is not confirming if the two robberies are linked," according to a release issued by Barbara Woodruff, a spokeswoman for the FBI's Newark Division that was issued Friday morning.

http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/fbi-arrests-woman-nj-bank-robbery-cops-seek-link-greenwich-crime

Suspect In Greenwich Bank Robbery Is Arrested

A woman suspected of robbing banks in New Jersey and in Greenwich, reportedly was arrested by the FBI in New Jersey on Thursday. "The Greenwich Police Department Detective Division has been working closely with the FBI and other state and local agencies, investigating the bank robbery of the Greenwich Bank and Trust.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/suspect-greenwich-bank-robbery-arrested-0?

FBI arrests red wig bank robbery suspect

... t far from the scene. Police noted the bandit shared a similar description of a suspect wanted in the robbery of a Greenwich, Connecticut, bank on Jan. 30.

http://nj1015.com/fbi-arrests-red-wig-bank-robbery-suspect/

FBI arrests red wig bank robbery suspect in New Jersey

... t far from the scene. Police noted the bandit shared a similar description of a suspect wanted in the robbery of a Greenwich, Connecticut, bank on Jan. 30.

http://www.cbs3springfield.com/story/28278487/fbi-arrests-red-wig-bank-robbery-suspect-in-new-jersey

Greenwich Schools Open On Two-Hour Delay Friday

Because of icy conditions, schools in a number of Fairfield County districts will open on a two-hour delay on Friday.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/fairfield-county-schools-open-two-hour-delay-friday

Americans poured $58 billion into pets in 2014

... pets can get facials and massages, said Bob Vetere, president and CEO of the pet-products association, based in Greenwich, Conn. Trips to the veterinarian were unchanged or slightly down last year, the report says, although expenditures per visit ...

http://www.dispatch.com/content/stories/business/2015/03/06/americans-poured-58-billion-into-pets-in-2014.html

Two Greenwich Eateries Participating In Hudson Valley Restaurant Week

Greenwich chefs are gearing up to strut their stuff during Hudson Valley Restaurant Week, which showcases the bounty of the area.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/two-greenwich-eateries-participating-hudson-valley-restaurant-week

FCIAC final between Greenwich, Darien has potential to be a classic

Bryan Archino, of Greenwich, left, and Will Massie, of Darien, center, two of the region's best high school goaltenders, shake hands at the Dorothy Hamill Rink in Greenwich on Feb. 3 after their game ended in a 3-3 tie. At right is Kevin Piotrzkowski of Greenwich.

http://m.dariennewsonline.com/sports/article/FCIAC-final-between-Greenwich-Darien-has-6117980.php

Red-wig suspect in robbery of Glen Rock bank arrested in Atlantic City

Authorities said Thursday night that they had arrested the wig-wearing suspect who stole more than $100,000 from the Glen Rock Savings Bank on Feb. 18. The mysterious woman who is suspected of hiding her identity under a bright red wig to hold up the Glen Rock Savings Bank last month was arrested in Atlantic City by the FBI on Thursday, authorities told The Record. No details of the arrest were provided, and the name of the woman was not revealed, but law enforcement sources confirmed that her crime wave - which also allegedly took her to the scene of a holdup at the Greenwich Bank & Trust Co.

http://www.northjersey.com/news/red-wig-suspect-in-robbery-of-glen-rock-bank-arrested-in-atlantic-city-1.1283495

Nautilus Solar Appoints Vice President of Asset Management

... d States and Canada. Nautilus is majority-owned by an investment affiliate of Starwood Energy Group, LLC, based in Greenwich, Connecticut.

http://www.electricenergyonline.com/detail_news.php?ID=520189&titre=Nautilus+Solar+Appoints+Vice+President+of+Asset+Management&cat=%3b54

Designers bring touch of spring to East Putnam Ave.

Designers from New York-based Reger Inc. set up the newest installment at Simon Pearce, 125 E. Putnam Ave. in Greenwich, Thursday, hoping to hurry spring along. As flurries floated down over Greenwich, dusting the town in a layer of fluffy white snow Thursday, a group of designers worked to bring signs of spring to East Putnam Avenue.

http://m.ctpost.com/printpromotion/article/Designers-bring-touch-of-spring-to-East-Putnam-6117998.php

FCIAC final between Greenwich, Darien has potential to be a classic

Bryan Archino, of Greenwich, left, and Will Massie, of Darien, center, two of the region's best high school goaltenders, shake hands at the Dorothy Hamill Rink in Greenwich on Feb. 3 after their game ended in a 3-3 tie. At right is Kevin Piotrzkowski of Greenwich.

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/sports/article/FCIAC-final-between-Greenwich-Darien-has-6117980.php

Designers bring touch of spring to East Putnam Ave.

Designers from New York-based Reger Inc. set up the newest installment at Simon Pearce, 125 E. Putnam Ave. in Greenwich, Thursday, hoping to hurry spring along.Photo: Maggie Gordon As flurries floated down over Greenwich, dusting the town in a layer of fluffy white snow Thursday, a group of designers worked to bring signs of spring to East Putnam Avenue. "We're trying to welcome in spring," said designer Trisha Reger , of Reger Inc., the New York-based design firm charged with setting up a six-week installation at Greenwich's Simon Pearce showroom at 125 E. Putnam Ave .

http://www.ctpost.com/printpromotion/article/Designers-bring-touch-of-spring-to-East-Putnam-6117998.php

What to do in and around Greenwich

The Astronomical Society of Greenwich will present a talk on aAuNew Horizons: Exploring Pluto,aAu by Jaclyn Avidon at 3:30 p.m.Sunday at the Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Ave. See listing for details.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/What-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6117871.php

New oral history: From wilderness expert to Greenwich jeweler

Local jeweler Terry Betteridge, shown here after graduating from Greenwich High School, spent his late teens visiting and working in wilderness areas.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/New-oral-history-From-wilderness-expert-to-6117869.php

Designers bring touch of spring to East Putnam Ave.

Damage can be seen on the fourth floor of the train station parking garage in Stamford, Conn., on Tuesday, March 3, 2015. As flurries floated down over Greenwich, dusting the town in a layer of fluffy white snow Thursday, a group of designers worked to bring signs of spring to East Putnam Avenue.

http://m.ctpost.com/printpromotion/article/Designers-bring-touch-of-spring-to-East-Putnam-6117988.php

Guess how much Americans spent on their pets last year

... pets can get facials and massages, said Bob Vetere, president and CEO of the pet products association, based in Greenwich, Connecticut. The report says trips to the veterinarian were unchanged or slightly down last year, although expenditures per ...

http://wtop.com/lifestyle/2015/03/americans-spent-58-billion-to-pamper-protect-pets-in-2014/

How we spend $58b on pets

... pets can get facials and massages, said Bob Vetere, president and CEO of the pet products association, based in Greenwich, Connecticut. The report says trips to the veterinarian were unchanged or slightly down last year, although expenditures per ...

http://www.santacruzsentinel.com/general-news/20150305/americans-spent-58-billion-to-pamper-protect-pets-in-2014

We spend big bucks to pamper our pets, report says

... get facials and massages, said Bob Vetere, president and chief executive of the pet products association, based in Greenwich, Conn. VET VISITS FLAT: The report says trips to the veterinarian were unchanged or slightly down in 2014, although ...

http://www.goerie.com/we-spend-big-bucks-to-pamper-our-pets-report-says

Report: US spent $58 billion to pamper, protect pets last year, with bulk going to food, vet

... pets can get facials and massages, said Bob Vetere, president and CEO of the pet products association, based in Greenwich, Connecticut. The report says trips to the veterinarian were unchanged or slightly down last year, although expenditures per ...

http://www.brandonsun.com/lifestyles/breaking-news/report-us-spent-58-billion-to-pamper-protect-pets-last-year-with-bulk-going-to-food-vet-295201081.html?

Americans spent $58 billion to pamper, protect pets in 2014

... pets can get facials and massages, said Bob Vetere, president and CEO of the pet products association, based in Greenwich, Connecticut. The report says trips to the veterinarian were unchanged or slightly down last year, although expenditures per ...

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2981501/Americans-spent-58-billion-pamper-protect-pets-2014.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

Greenwich Public Schools Announces Schedule for Friday Classes

Greenwich Public Schools announced Thursday night that there will be "a two-hour delayed opening tomorrow, Friday, March 6, in order to provide time for storm clean up to ensure safe passage for buses, and for students walking to school and bus stops."

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-public-schools-announces-schedule-friday-classes-0?

Greenwich officials: Watch out for black ice

... 5, 2015. Photo: Autumn Driscoll A man dashes across a snowy West Putnam Avenue during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Thursday, March 5, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey Greenwich resdient Bob Flohr does Nordic skiing during the winter storm in ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Greenwich-officials-Watch-out-for-black-ice-6117613.php

Vineyard Vines and the Enduring Power of Prep

... While the American Dream narrative is perhaps hard to reconcile with the Murrays' background (they grew up in Greenwich, Conn. and summered at Martha's Vineyard), their definition is less about upward mobility than it is about making money doing ...

http://www.racked.com/2015/3/5/8148405/vineyard-vines

Bruce Women Are Gearing Up for Golf in Greenwich

The Bruce Women's Golf Association will kick off its 2015 season at Fairways Restaurant at The Griffith E. Harris Golf Course on Tuesday, April 7. The day will begin with a continental breakfast at 8:30 a.m., followed by open golf. Nine- and 18-holers are welcome.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/bruce-women-are-gearing-golf-greenwich-0?

Merriest yule cheer on the radio all year

... in the country going all in on Christmas songs year-round. Station owners Townsquare Media Group , based in Greenwich, Conn., remained mum about the switch when called by the Times Union . But on the station's Facebook page that morning, Townsquare ...

http://www.timesunion.com/tuplus-business/article/Merriest-yule-cheer-on-the-radio-all-year-6115612.php

UPDATED: Decision Made on Greenwich Schools for Thursday

From the Greenwich YMCA: " YMCA Main Facility will open at 8am. Childcare at St. Roch is CLOSED.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/decision-made-greenwich-schools-thursday-0?

Greenwich Delegation Fights Border Tolls

Greenwich delegation state representatives Mike Bocchino and Fred Camillo took a firm stand at a public hearing on Wednesday against a bill raised by the Transportation Committee to propose tolls. Bocchino and Camillo attended the public hearing and submitted testimony against the bill that would install electronic tolling booths on the borders of the state.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwich-delegation-fights-border-tolls

Benheim Western Civic Center Presents Youth Golf Clinics

Youth Golf Clinics will begin at the Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center on Fridays starting March 27 for five weeks, the department of parks and recreation announced. Join Coach John Czarnecki for an introduction to the fundamentals of golf.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/benheim-western-civic-center-presents-youth-golf-clinics

Greenwich Police Officer Retires After 27 Years Of Service

David Stewart work as a patrol officer and later in the Marine Section brought praise from his chief, who is also a Greenwich native. "I have known Dave a long time, and he and I share many commonalities," Chief James Heavey said.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/greenwich-police-officer-retires-after-27-years-service

Lyme Disease Expert, Patient Speaks At Greenwich Church March 10

Mark Hopwood, board member of the Stamford-based Lyme Research Alliance and a Lyme-disease patient, will discuss everything you need to know about the disease on Tuesday, March 10, at 10:45 a.m. at Second Congregational Church in Greenwich. The talk will cover symptoms of Lyme disease, how it is spread, new testing methods, complications, and the threat of new strains.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/lyme-disease-expert-patient-speaks-greenwich-church-march-10

Expert At Greenwich's Bruce Museum Helps Launch Fossil Database

The Fossil Calibration Database, a groundbreaking new online resource for scientists, was developed after years of work by a worldwide team co-led by Daniel Ksepka, curator of science at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich. The resource is designed to help answer scientific mysteries, such as when a certain group of plants or animals first evolved.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/expert-greenwichs-bruce-museum-helps-launch-fossil-database

How Fast Will the Snow Fall in Greenwich -- a Weather Update:

The real news, is that the snow will be still be falling during Thursday morning's commute, so please exercise caution when driving. The storm itself isn't that impressive.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/how-fast-will-snow-fall-greenwich-weather-update-0?

Greenwich boys hockey team stops St. Joseph, advances to FCIAC...

Greenwich goalie Bryan Archino, center, makes a stop on a rebounded shot attempt by St. Joe's Chris Kirven , left, as Kevin Piotrzkowski comes in to defend during the third period of the FCIAC boys high school hockey semifinal between St. Joseph High School and Greenwich High School at Terry Conners Rink in Stamford, Conn., Wednesday night, March 4, 2015. Greenwich won the game 5-1 advancing to the final where they will play Darien High Shool for the championship on Saturday at 3:30 pm at Terry Connors Rink.

http://m.ctpost.com/highschool/article/Greenwich-boys-hockey-team-stops-St-Joseph-6115720.php

Things to do in and around Greenwich

Zoey is an amazing, goofball of a dog in need of a loving home!!! About 2 Year Old, Zoey is incredibly smart, and has learned some awesome obedience tricks while at the shelter. She loves being around people, and wants to be the center of attention, so a home without other pets would be best for her.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Things-to-do-in-and-around-Greenwich-6115534.php

SoulCycle Greenwich Hosting Fundraising Ride

GREENWICH, Conn. SoulCycle Greenwich will be holding the September.11 Memorial Fundraising Ride on Saturday, March 7 from 2-2:45 p.m. The ride will be followed by a Green & Tonic sampling of signature juices from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m. After a successful benefit concert in December, awareness and support for the memorial project have grown in recent months, and less than 10 percent of the fundraising goal remains.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/soulcycle-greenwich-hosting-fundraising-ride

Prevalence peaks for rentals

Heading into the busiest time of year for residential real estate brokers, listings continue to pile onto the market in Greenwich -- from a condo at Old Greenwich Gables going for $3,900 to a Byram Shore Road estate for $20,000. Per month, that is.

http://www.ctpost.com/printpromotion/article/Prevalence-peaks-for-rentals-6115442.php

Burgling brothers' 'reign of terror' ends

... last week for more than two dozen burglaries and a string of home invasions in communities including New Canaan, Greenwich and Ridgefield, as well as in New York. In sentencing Paul DiBiase, 59, to 27 years in prison, and Daniel DiBiase , 58, to 15 ...

http://m.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Burgling-brothers-reign-of-terror-ends-6115054.php

Fairfield Citizen Athletes of the Week

... the CIAC Class LL state tournament. The win improved Warde's record to 20-3. Scored 18 points in a 47-44 loss to Greenwich in the FCIAC tournament semifinals. Coaches who wish to nominate an athlete for Athlete of the Week can call Fairfield Citizen ...

http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/sports/article/Fairfield-Citizen-Athletes-of-the-Week-6115249.php

Composer Panufnik's work, life inspires admiration

Polish-born British composer Andrzej Panufnik at his London flat, 1957. One of his later chamber works, String Quartet No.3 iWycinanki ,i will be performed by the Chamber Players of the Greenwich Symphony Orchestra for two concerts, March 8 and 9, 2015, in Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/news/articleGallery/Composer-Panufnik-s-work-life-inspires-admiration-6114795.php

Iconic inspiration: Artist draws from the sacred to honor spirit of civil rights movement

... the movement's most well-known leaders. Thirty such multi-media works are on display at Les Beaux-Arts Gallery in Greenwich, Conn., through the end of March. aAuIcons of the Civil Rights Movement,aAu teams visual art and written accounts to tell the ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Iconic-inspiration-Artist-draws-from-the-sacred-6114743.php

Composer Panufnik's work, life inspires admiration

Polish-born British composer Andrzej Panufnik at his London flat, 1957. One of his later chamber works, String Quartet No.3 iWycinanki ,i will be performed by the Chamber Players of the Greenwich Symphony Orchestra for two concerts, March 8 and 9, 2015, in Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Composer-Panufnik-s-work-life-inspires-admiration-6114795.php

Iconic inspiration: Artist draws from the sacred to honor...

... the movement's most well-known leaders. Thirty such multi-media works are on display at Les Beaux-Arts Gallery in Greenwich, Conn., through the end of March. aAuIcons of the Civil Rights Movement,aAu teams visual art and written accounts to tell the ...

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Iconic-inspiration-Artist-draws-from-the-sacred-6114743.php

Stamford Sympony, GCS join forces for Mozart Requiem

The Stamford Symphony is joining forces with the Greenwich Choral Society for a performance of the Mozart Requiem on March 14 and 15 at the Palace Theatre. Photo: Contributed Photo Paul Mueller, director of the Greenwich Choral Society, has been rehearsing his group for a performance of the Mozart Requiem, with the Stamford Symphony.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Stamford-Sympony-GCS-join-forces-for-Mozart-6114527.php

Stamford Sympony, GCS join forces for Mozart Requiem

The Stamford Symphony - under the direction of Eckart Preu - will join forces with the Greenwich Choral Society for two performances of the Mozart Requiem on March 14 and 15 at the Palace Theatre The Stamford Symphony is joining forces with the Greenwich Choral Society for a performance of the Mozart Requiem on March 14 and 15 at the Palace Theatre. Paul Mueller, director of the Greenwich Choral Society, has been rehearsing his group for a performance of the Mozart Requiem, with the Stamford Symphony.

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Stamford-Sympony-GCS-join-forces-for-Mozart-6114527.php

Stamford Sympony, GCS join forces for Mozart Requiem

The Stamford Symphony is joining forces with the Greenwich Choral Society for a performance of the Mozart Requiem on March 14 and 15 at the Palace Theatre. Photo: Contributed Photo Paul Mueller, director of the Greenwich Choral Society, has been rehearsing his group for a performance of the Mozart Requiem, with the Stamford Symphony.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/articleGallery/Stamford-Sympony-GCS-join-forces-for-Mozart-6114527.php

The lasting appeal of TV's Judge Judy

... with your strong suit. Concentrate on what you are naturally adept at." She splits her time between her 13-acre Greenwich, Connecticut, estate - which features a sprawling jardin A la franA aise - Florida and California, where the show tapes. ...

http://www.stuff.co.nz/entertainment/tv-radio/66941995/The-lasting-appeal-of-TVs-Judge-Judy

Initial Environmental Tests Show No Soil Contamination at New Lebanon School

As Greenwich Public Schools proceeds with its plans for the New Lebanon School building project, an environmental assessment has revealed there are two underground storage tanks on the Mead Avenue campus, according to a preliminary report. And the assessment and soil tests - that are part of the development of educational specifications for the school at 22 Mead Ave. - indicate that neither tank is leaking and there isn't any soil contamination, according to the school district.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/initial-environmental-tests-show-no-soil-contamination-new-lebanon-school-0?

Full Career Retrospective and Greatest Moments for Chyna

... her contributions would be a grave injustice. There was something about seeing a rich, entitled pretty boy from Greenwich, Connecticut, turn to a woman to protect him from his fellow Superstars and occasionally fight in his matches, helping him pick ...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2384432-full-career-retrospective-and-greatest-moments-for-chyna

Greenwich Weather Update: Another Winter Storm Watch Is Issued

If you took our advice and made plans to call out of work on Thursday, you may want to reconsider, based on the latest complicated weather forecast for Thursday's snow. According to Connecticut's leading meteorologists this could be an almost all-or-nothing snow event late Wednesday into midday Thursday.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-weather-update-another-winter-storm-watch-issued-0?

Ancient Seagoing Maps At Bruce Museum

... discovered something. Over time, the maps became more reflective of reality. An exhibit up now at Bruce Museum in Greenwich shows 30 maps collected by Jack Somer, a Fairfield County resident who has worked as a sailor and as a writer and editor at ...

http://www.ctnow.com/entertainment/hc-bruce-greenwich-sea-maps-0305-20150304,0,7403179.story?track=rss

Greenwich Man Faces Harassment, Protective Order Violation Charges

A Greenwich man remains in custody, unable to post bond following his arrest on violation of a protective order and harassment charges. According to a Greenwich Police report, police obtained an arrest warrant for the suspect after determining that he had sent harassing text messages and trespassed where the victim lives on Feb. 11. Patrick E. Blake, 31, of 8 Peck Ave., Greenwich, was arrested March 1 after Stamford Police investigated a motor vehicle accident involving Blake.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-man-faces-harassment-protective-order-violation-charges-0?

St. Catherine's Players Of Greenwich Stage 'Seussical'

St. Catherine of Siena in the Riverside section of Greenwich is putting on a show, with productions of "Seussical the Musical" on the calendar for March. Performances will be held at St. Catherine of Siena Lucey Parish Hall.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/st-catherines-players-greenwich-stage-seussical

Coldest Month On Record Freezes The Landscape At Greenwich Point Park

GREENWICH, Conn. -- Are you feeling frigid from the bone-chilling temperatures experienced in the past few weeks across Fairfield County? There's a a good reason for that.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/coldest-month-record-freezes-landscape-greenwich-point-park

Greenwich Schools Make Decision on Opening Schools

Public and private schools include Brunswick School, Greenwich Academy, Stanwich Scchool and the Whitby Schoo,l will have a two-hour delay in starting classes. The Greenwich Country Day School will open at the regular time on Wednesday, according to its website.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-schools-make-decision-opening-schools-0?

Forbes' richest counts 3 more in Connecticut than last year

... "The 500 Richest People in the World." Four new names include sisters Alexandra Daitch of Lyme and Lucy Stitzer of Greenwich, who are heirs to food giant Cargill; Andreas Halvorsen of Darien, founding partner and chief executive officer of Viking ...

http://www.theday.com/local-business/20150304/forbes-richest-counts-3-more-in-connecticut-than-last-year

Greenwich Audi Gets Town's Permission To Build Parking Deck

GREENWICH, Conn. The Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission recently approved an Audi dealership franchise's request to build a parking deck at its West Putnam Avenue site, greenwichtime.com reported.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/greenwich-audi-gets-towns-permission-build-parking-deck

Greenwich YMCA Prepares For Back To The Beach Gala

Join the YMCA of Greenwich for dinner, drinks and dancing as it prepares to celebrate the official kickoff of summer with Back to the Beach on Saturday. Watch the YMCA transform as it heads Back to the Beach, a summer-inspired fete supporting Y programs for kids.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/greenwich-ymca-prepares-back-beach-gala

Greenwich "Time for Lyme" Gala to Honor Leading Lyme Disease Researcher

... disease. The "Time for Lyme" Gala will be held Saturday, April 11 from 6:30 p.m. to midnight at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich in Old Greenwich, CT. It features a cocktail reception, dinner, dancing, and a silent and live auction. This year's Gala will ...

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/News_1/Greenwich-Time-for-Lyme-Gala-to-Honor-Leading-Lyme-Disease-Researcher22572.shtml