Sunday, August 19, 2012

08/19/12 The Raw Greenwich Newsfeed

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School for aspiring rabbis opens on new campus in Oak Park _{2012-08-19, 01:27 am}
... a spiritual movement in Judaism that has roots in Russia. Rabbi Yossi Deren, who heads a Lubavitch congregation in Greenwich, Conn., has two sons, 15-year-old Menachem and 14-year-old Levi, who attend the school. "Of all the schools, this one stands ...
Hidden in Greenwich for decades, Mercedes could break auction record _{2012-08-18, 09:31 pm}
... must have seemed slightly out of place. Tucked away secretly in a storage building at the Homestead Inn in Greenwich, the black Mercedes-Benz was certainly stood out, a relic of pre-war German engineering. However, it was also a stunning find for ...
Late Summer Old Greenwich _{2012-08-18, 06:58 pm}
... now, design their homes). Oh, and I almost forgot...do not let the season pass you by without visiting the Old Greenwich Farmers Market. In fact, mark you calendar and plan your shopping around every Wednesday from 3-6 in the church parking lot on ...
Greenwich Police to Set Up DUI Checkpoints Labor Day Weekend _{2012-08-18, 02:17 pm}
Greenwich Police will be setting up DUI checkpoints on Route 1, Railroad Avenue, Arch Street and Delevan Avenue on Sept.
On to high school _{2012-08-18, 12:27 pm}
Thirty-four students graduated from Greenwich Catholic School on June 15 and will be heading off to area high schools such as Avon Old Farms, Fairfield Prep, Fordham Prep, Iona Prep, Greenwich High, King, Lauralton Hall, Regis High, Trinity Catholic High School and Westhill High School.
Citizens' Police Academy looking for new recruits this fall _{2012-08-18, 10:52 am}
... program returns to town. The free seven-week program offers participants a unique look at the day-to-day life of Greenwich police through role-playing exercises and a demonstration at the police firing range, allowing recruits to participate in mock ...
Weeding the 'Jobbers' Out of Farmers Markets _{2012-08-18, 06:46 am}
... John Holbrook of Holbrook's Farm, think buying from other farmers doesn't have to be a bad thing. A But in Greenwich, there were screaming disputes at the farmers market. The real farmers were angry. The jobbers were defiant. Even the tax-paying ...
Greenwich police teaching… _{2012-08-18, 03:03 am}
Young women entering their first year of college have more to be nervous about than just a challenging new learning experience, as the threat of assault and sexual assault against women on campus is a growing concern the Greenwich Police Department is challenging.
Tobacconist gains loyal following in Greenwich _{2012-08-18, 01:03 am}
T. Michael Cafagno, owner of the Tobacconist of Greenwich LTD won a national award called the Golden Band Davidoff Best Performance Award.
Suzy Greenberg, Minneapolis gallery founder, dies at 44 _{2012-08-17, 05:27 pm}
... in a studio in the SooVAC building. She is survived by her partner, Tod Lane; her father James Greenberg of Greenwich, Conn.; her sister and brother-in-law Nancy and Hanan Pomagrin and their daughters Ava and Alma, who live in Israel. Memorial ...
Recount In Windsor Brings 5th House District Tally To A Tie Vote _{2012-08-17, 09:32 pm}
After finishing behind political newcomer Brandon McGee by one vote for the Democratic nomination in the 5th House District, 774-773, a partial recount Friday night knocked one vote off for McGee, allowing Leo Canty to tie the tally.
Greenwich girl's recipe sends her to White House _{2012-08-17, 08:53 pm}
... box. Betsy Da Silva does, and her love of the high-protein grain, pronounced keen-wa, has given the 11-year-old Greenwich girl a trip to the White House. Betsy is the Connecticut winner of the Healthy Lunchtime Challenge, a recipe contest for ...
Man charged in connection with stolen car _{2012-08-17, 08:53 pm}
A single-car crash on Cliffdale Road in Greenwich led to the arrest of a Port Chester, N.Y., man in connection with the theft of the stolen car.
Obituary: Gallery owner Suzy Greenberg was visual artist's advocate _{2012-08-17, 08:02 pm}
... y day and had a big meditation practice." She is survived by her partner, Tod Lane; her father, James Greenberg of Greenwich, Conn.; a sister, Nancy Pomagrin, and other relatives. Funeral arrangements are pending.
Stronger Turnout Than Expected in Tuesday's Republican Primary _{2012-08-17, 05:54 pm}
... Shays , with 73 percent of the vote statewide to win Tuesday's Republican Primary. But in McMahon's hometown of Greenwich , the victory was much narrower: According to figures released by the registrar's office on Thursday, McMahon collected 1,939 ...
Greenwich 'feasts' at annual St. Roch celebration _{2012-08-17, 05:19 pm}
... been held for more than 100 years. The feast honors St. Roch, a patron saint, and celebrates Italian culture in Greenwich. The popular feast took place from Wednesday until Sunday and included carnival rides, animals, live music and entertainment ...
CPR training session hopes to set record _{2012-08-17, 04:58 pm}
... 2012 was the brainchild of Dr. Thomas Nero, interventional cardiologist, Comprehensive Cardiology of Stamford and Greenwich, who wanted to change the loss of life to at least give those in need a chance to survive. Hands for Life Stamford 2012 has ...
Initial public offerings scheduled to debut next week _{2012-08-17, 03:44 pm}
... following is a list of initial public offerings planned for the coming week. Sources include Renaissance Capital, Greenwich, CT (www.renaissancecapital.com) and SEC filings. From our appalling performance in online retail to the way we gouge air ...
Presidential issues write script for Connecticut races _{2012-08-17, 03:38 pm}
Republican Linda McMahon of Greenwich celebrates her U.S. Senate primary election victory over opponent Christopher Shays at the Hilton Stamford Hotel, Tuesday night, Aug.
Has LED lighting reached a benchmark for commercial real estate in NY? _{2012-08-17, 01:48 pm}
... a important role in the future of large cities across the U.S. Scott Glidden is an energy reduction specialist in Greenwich, CT working closely with commercial businesses and real estate companies in the Tri-State area. Our comprehensive audits and ...

Sunday, August 12, 2012

08/12/12 The Raw Greenwich Newsfeed

NAMA sues Dunne for stolen millions: Agency accuses broke developer ...

August 11, 2012 at 8:00 PM

... It was filed just days after the completion of the sale of 38 Bush Avenue in the exclusive Belle Haven enclave of Greenwich, bought for $2m, controversially torn down and rebuilt at a cost of more than $1m, then sold last month for $5.5m. Five days ...

Greenwich middle school students honored

August 11, 2012 at 2:56 PM

Four Greenwich middle school students were recently honored by McDonald's and the Connecticut Association of Schools for being amongst the state's top scholar leaders.

Greenwich Officer Denied Request to Enter Family Violence Education Program

August 11, 2012 at 1:05 PM

A judge has reportedly denied Greenwich Police Officer Donnell Fludd's request to enter a family violence educationA program in the wake of allegations he used his power as a police officer to harass his ex-girlfriend . According to a report in the Greenwich Time, State Superior Court Judge Donna Heller said "the issue here is that Officer Donnell ... (more)

Neighbor-Neighbor plans clothing drive for back to school

August 11, 2012 at 12:52 PM

... for the new school year. But getting new clothes as well as notebooks and pens is also a chance for people to help Greenwich's families in needs. Neighbor to Neighbor is holding a clothing drive for back to school and is asking people to donate to ...

Sikh Temple in Norwalk hosts candlelight vigil

August 11, 2012 at 12:48 PM

... of the Sikh victims of the shootings that took place in the Gurudwara in Oak Creek, Wisconsin. Photo: Bob Luckey / Greenwich Time Punit Pujara of Darien during the Vigil and Interfaith Prayer Service at the Norwalk Gurudwara, Friday night, Aug. 10, ...

Secret recordings will go to murder jury

August 11, 2012 at 12:48 PM

... begin mid-September at state Superior Court in Stamford. The case involves murder suspect Alain LeConte , 24, of Greenwich, who is charged with the execution-style murder of Norwalk gas station attendant Jose Joaquin Morales in October 2009. LeConte ...

Cuisine Culture

August 11, 2012 at 12:31 PM

World-renowned Chef Thomas Henkelmann and his wife Theresa open up their hearts and home as we experience the magic and delights at his namesake restaurant nestled in charming Greenwich, CT.

Greenwich Cops Say Darien Couple Trespassed

August 11, 2012 at 7:34 AM

An elderly Darien couple apparently aren't welcome in the waterfront neighborhood of Belle Haven. According to Greenwich Police, the couple was issued misdemeanor summons Wednesday afternoon after they allegedly ignored previous police orders not to ...

Courant: Some Feel Quick Snubbed Hamden

August 11, 2012 at 7:21 AM

... Angeles Kings teammates, got one day to do what they wanted with the famed cup, and Quick chose to host a party in Greenwich. The guest list included many from Avon Old Farms, which he attended after leaving Hamden High, but no one from Hamden. ...

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August 11, 2012 at 6:26 AM

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Thursday, August 9, 2012

08/09/12 The Raw Greenwich News Feed

This Just In To The Greenwich Roundup Newsroom...

Ironman author: Doctor/marathoner writes book on home remedies for athletes _{2012-08-09, 05:39 pm}
... Jordan Metzl, a sports medicine physician at the Hospital for Special Surgery Affiliated Physicians Office in Old Greenwich, has just written a new book, "The Athlete's Book of Home Remedies: 1,001 Doctor-Approved Health Fixes & Injury-Prevention ...
Audubon Greenwich rolls out nature film series _{2012-08-09, 05:16 pm}
... Summer Nature Film Series that runs through Saturday, Aug. 18, 2012, at the Audubon Center, 613 Riversville Road, Greenwich. To RSVP, which is recommended, and for further film details, visit or ...
Rocco Natale, 62, Greenwich Contractor _{2012-08-09, 03:46 pm}
Born Feb. 15, 1950 to Rocco P. Natale and Carmella Pace, he was raised in Greenwich.
McMahon, husband earned $24.1M in 2011 _{2012-08-09, 03:41 pm}
... 2011 -- a $6 million drop compared to their 2010 earnings. Tim Murtaugh , McMahon's campaign spokesman, said the Greenwich couple filed their 2011 taxes on Thursday. Copies of the returns were provided to The Associated Press . The campaign had ...
First ever seen in state - Chinese mitten crab found in local waters _{2012-08-09, 12:03 pm}
... The creature was collected from the Mianus Pond fishway on the Mianus River by Conservation Assistant for the Greenwich Conservation Commission Joe Cassone in late June. Following an examination by the Department of Energy and Environmental ...
U.S. Senate Race: How Much Is Your Neighbor Giving? _{2012-08-09, 11:59 am}
... Federal Election Commission . The next deadline is Oct. 15, the FEC says. Independent candidate Lee Whitnum , a Greenwich resident whose past occupations include teacher, software engineer and paralegal, is not listed in the searchable database ...
'Urinetown' opens in Greenwich _{2012-08-09, 11:53 am}
The Off-Beat Players opened their 4-day run of " Urinetown ," the Mark Hollman/Greg Kotis musical, at the Arch St Teen Center in Baldwin Park in Greenwich last night.
The Most Popular Cars In America's Wealthiest Zip Codes _{2012-08-09, 10:22 am}
... flashiest cars. In fact, some of the most popular cars parked on the streets of places like Palm Beach, Fla. and Greenwich, Conn. are budget brands like Honda and Toyota . Auto data website TrueCar.com just released a study looking at the car-buying ...
Greenwich Kids Learn Value Of Play At Fitness Camp _{2012-08-08, 03:00 am}
... participated in the day's events. The organizations that participated included the Carver Center in Norwalk, the Greenwich Boys & Girls' Club, the Stamford Boys & Girls' Club, the Stamford YMCA, the Yerwood Center in Stamford and the Cardinal Shehan ...
New Meta-Analysis Shows Stretta Significantly Improves Reflux... _{2012-08-09, 09:26 am}
... Mederi therapies are outpatient, minimally invasive, and promote rapid recovery. Mederi Therapeutics is located in Greenwich, Connecticut.
Rye Man Gets DWI in Greenwich _{2012-08-09, 08:53 am}
A Rye, NY man faces a driving while intoxicated charge after Greenwich Police he was stopped for speeding on West Putnam Avenue just before 2 a.m. Aug.
More _{2012-08-09, 07:17 am}
... man faces charges in connection with the June theft of cash from a collection box at St. Mary's Church in Greenwich , according to police in that town. Thomas Alfred Mcmurray , 52, of Stratfield Road in Fairfield, was detained by Fairfield police on ...
The Sky's the Limit as Midnight Heart and Taylor Cox Reach for Starry Wins at USEF Pony Jumper Finals _{2012-08-09, 07:02 am}
... celebrated her win. Another star to burst out of the sky, Sailor Moon and rider Ellyn Fritz of Back Country Farm, Greenwich, CT, placed second with their stellar performance. The duo aimed their hopes high, shooting for the same faultless round and ...
Invasive Crab Could Cause Problems In Greenwich _{2012-08-09, 06:40 am}
The crabs can drive native species out of their habitats, cause riverbank erosion, clog pipes and damage fishing gear, said Susan Frechette, deputy commissioner of Connecticut's Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
Rocco 'Skip' Natale, 92, _{2012-08-09, 06:17 am}
A Rocco 'Skip' Natale, was born in Greenwich on Feb. 15, 1920, the son of the late Rocco P. Natale of Greenwich and Carmella Pace of Stamford.
Car Vandalism Suspect Caught _{2012-08-09, 06:16 am}
A A 21-year-old town resident faces charges stemming from a vandalism spree during which cars parked on Alexander Street in the Chickahominy neighborhood of Greenwich.
Tom Cruise Wants To Buy Mel Gibson's Old Connecticut Mansion To Be Closer To Suri_{2012-08-09, 06:16 am}
Mel Gibson 's former mansion in Greenwich, Connecticut has only been on sale for a few weeks, but the current owners may have already found another rich Hollywood star to buy it for $33 million! Tom Cruise is reportedly innerested in the 15,862 sq ft estate which includes 75.7 acres of gorgeous green scenery that surrounds the massive building! If ... (more)
92-Year-Old Displaced by Fire _{2012-08-09, 06:16 am}
... East Elm Street. The 92-year-old resident of the apartment had gone out for breakfast with friends and found the Greenwich Fire Department at his home when he returned just before 11 a.m., according to Carolyn Sherwin, volunteer spokesman for the ...
Greenwich's Balin Returns To National Golf Stage _{2012-08-09, 03:01 am}
Danny Balin of Greenwich will play on one of golf's biggest stages for the third straight year beginning Thursday.
Greenwich Triathlete Tackles Ironman For Charity _{2012-08-09, 03:01 am}
... for the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation,'' said Kurczewski, who is a principal at Elite Health Service s in Greenwich and the Greenwich Triathlon Club coach. "I never raced for a charity before. It seemed like a good cause." Kurczewski's ...

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92-Year-Old Displaced by Fire

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Kitchen fire damages Quarry Knoll apartment.

Car Vandalism Suspect Caught

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Greenwich Police arrest roundup also includes charges against restaurant employees, a newspaper delivery man and a speeding driver.

Second Annual Chelsea Cohen Jamboree Hosted at Westhill High School

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Hundreds of students from half-a-dozen youth camps from several different towns showed up to have fun and get active for a couple hours.

Police Officer Shoots, Kills Disoriented Westport Coyote

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A Westport police officer put the coyote down after animal control concluded the wild dog was sick

Campaign Notebook: Bysiewicz Ad Concerns Domestic Violence Group

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News and updates from the campaign trail in Connecticut.

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[Movies] Man Spends $2 Million To Create His Own Batcave
(411mania)

The theater contains a Batmobile, batsuits, 180 degree film screen, winged gargoyles, a private cylindrical stainless steel elevator with glowing bat symbol, mock secret tunnel exit, bat computers, and race-car inspired home theater chairs.

Himes gets bird's eye view of solar prospects
(News Times)

Tom Laredo, right, Renewable Resources director of sales and management, speaks with U.S. Rep Jim Himes about using pictometry to find the right place for a solar pannel.

Governor Directs That Flags Be Lowered In Honor Of Wisconsin Shooting Victims
(The Hartford Courant)

Gov. Dannel P. Malloy directed that all U.S. and state flags in Connecticut be flown at half-staff until sunset on Aug.

Greenwich officers promoted to lieutenant, Sergeant
(The Greenwich Post)

Two Greenwich police officers will be honored at a promotion ceremony on Thursday, August 9, when they will be sworn in by First Selectman Peter Tesei at the town's Public Safety Complex.

U.S. Senate Race: How Much Is Your Neighbor Giving?
(Patch)

A Information for the U.S. Senate candidates listed in the dropdown above has been updated as of the most recent campaign finance filing deadline, July 15, according to the Federal Election Commission .A The next deadline is Oct.