Greenwich schools expand digital learning program

All Greenwich public school students in grades six through 12 will get a Chromebook laptop as part of the an expanding digital learning program in Greenwich. Above, Sixth-graders Alex Zhingri, left, and Derrick Zevola, right, use Chromebook laptops to research Hurricane Camille at Western Middle School back in October.

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Synagogue community comes together in celebration

Judy Rayner uncovers the Chinese food before the start of the Greenwich Reform Synagogue holiday open house at Judy and Ed Rayner's home in Riverside Greenwich, Conn., on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014. This is the second year the Rayners have hosted the interfaith open house.

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Knights keep Christmas tradition alive

Volunteer Valentina Parker, left, gets water for Soledad Magtibay during the Knights of Columbus community Christmas dinner at their council hall in Greenwich, Conn., on Thursday, Dec. 25, 2014. The Knights of Columbus have been hosting a Christmas Day meal in Greenwich every year for the past 40 years.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Knights-keep-Christmas-tradition-alive-5979076.php

Richard M. Anderson, 64; Pharmacist, Stamford Resident

... attended St. John's University and graduated with a degree in pharmacy. Early in his career he was a pharmacist in Greenwich, CT, and is the former owner of the Medicine Shoppe in Stamford. He is survived by his wife Kristina, a daughter Sara and ...

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State's boating laws could be updated in 2015

A legislative delegation moved by the August tubing death of a Greenwich High School honors student wants the General Assembly to take a closer look at Connecticut's boating laws. The four Greenwich lawmakers are in the early stages of discussing possible legislation to bring forward when the new session begins Jan. 7. "You can't legislate everything.

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State's boating laws could be updated in 2015

A legislative delegation moved by the August tubing death of a Greenwich High School honors student wants the General Assembly to take a closer look at Connecticut's boating laws. The four Greenwich lawmakers are in the early stages of discussing possible legislation to bring forward when the new session begins Jan. 7. "You can't legislate everything.

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Connecticut-s-boating-laws-could-be-updated-in-15-5978710.php

Connecticuta s boating laws could be updated in a 15

A legislative delegation moved by the August tubing death of a Greenwich High School honors student wants the General Assembly to take a closer look at Connecticut's boating laws. Sixteen-year-old Emily Fedorko was killed when the propeller of the boat that was towing her tube struck her.

http://wtnh.com/2014/12/25/connecticuts-boating-laws-could-be-updated-in-15/

Connecticut's boating laws could be updated in '15

A legislative delegation moved by the August tubing death of a Greenwich High School honors student wants the General Assembly to take a closer look at Connecticut's boating laws. Sixteen-year-old Emily Fedorko was killed when the propeller of the boat that was towing her tube struck her.

http://www.cbs3springfield.com/story/27706199/connecticuts-boating-laws-could-be-updated-in-15

Ready to Recycle The Christmas Tree?

The Greenwich Department of Parks and Recreation annual Christmas tree recycling program begins Friday, Dec. 26 and will continue until Saturday, Jan. 31. All trees to be recycled must be undecorated - ornaments, tinsel, lights and stands must be removed. The Parks & Trees Division will be recycling resident's Christmas trees by chipping them.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/ready-recycle-christmas-tree-0?

McArdle's Makes Holiday Gift To Greenwich's Kids In Crisis

Branden Hahn of Kids in Crisis visited Santa at McArdle's Florist and Garden Center to accept a donation of $2,465 from James McArdle of McArdle's and Tammi Ketler of TMK Sports & Entertainment, producer of the 6th Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival and Santa's Workshop and the 6th Annual Greenwich Holiday Stroll.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/mcardles-makes-holiday-gift-greenwichs-kids-crisis

Greenwich Selectman Dave Theis Remembered As A 'True Townie'

GREENWICH, Conn. -- A former Greenwich selectman remembered late Selectman Dave Theis as a man with an engaging sense of humor who was "a true townie."

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/greenwich-selectman-dave-theis-remembered-true-townie

Memorial Service Set for Greenwich Selectman David Theis

A memorial service for Greenwich Selectman David N. Theis, who passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, is tentatively scheduled for Saturday, Jan. 10. In an announcement Wednesday afternoon, fellow Republican and First Selectman Peter Tesei said, "Details will be forthcoming and posted on the Town of Greenwich website and to all local media outlets." The 65-year-old lifelong Cos Cob resident was rushed to Greenwich Hospital after he suffered apparent cardiac arrest while working out at a fitness center in Riverside Tuesday afternoon.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/memorial-service-set-greenwich-selectman-david-theis-0?

An old gingerbread house full of memories finds a new home

... boat that George and Betty Dineen bought from Lukse in 1972, when he was a marine mechanic at a boatyard in Greenwich, Conn. Lukse remained their mechanic and friend, and when George Dineen died of a heart attack in 1976 at 51, Betty Dineen welcomed ...

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Public memorial planned for David Theis

The American flag flown at half-staff at Greenwich Town Hall, Wednesday morning, Dec. 24, 2014, to honor Greenwich Selectman David Theis who passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday. Photo: Bob Luckey Selectman Dave Theis with his American flag tie at the Fourth of July Ceremony at the Greenwich Town Hall on Sunday, July 4, 2010.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Public-memorial-planned-for-David-Theis-5978254.php

Shoppers hunt for last-minute gifts in Greenwich

Rain poured onto the sidewalks lining Greenwich Avenue Wednesday morning, but that didn't stop the stream of last-minute shoppers from flowing door to door in search of the perfect gift. "Christmas Eve is always busy for us," said Katie Irwin, who works at Diane's Books at 8 Grigg St. "I don't think the weather has affected anything.

http://m.ctpost.com/business/article/Shoppers-hunt-for-last-minute-gifts-in-Greenwich-5978032.php

Contractors give remnants to Habitat for Humanity shop

... upgrading or remodeling. The store then sells items to help fund the building of homes. Photo: Christian Abraham Greenwich home remodeling contractor Pat Kirkpatrick, left, and Stratford ReStore procurement manager Lana Moore at ReStore in ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Contractors-give-remnants-to-Habitat-for-Humanity-5977951.php

Greenwich Selectman Dies Suddenly

... the untimely passing of our beloved selectman, friend and colleague David N. Theis," the statement said. "As a Greenwich native Dave was involved in many facets of the community. His contributions touched the lives of so many our fellow residents ...

http://www.courant.com/breaking-news/hc-greenwich-selectman-death-1225-20141224-story.html

Rummage Room celebrates 50 years of giving

Bargain hunting knows no boundaries -- at least in Greenwich, where the Rummage Room is celebrating its 50th anniversary full of anticipation of another banner year. Regardless of religion, economic status, race, ethnic background or political persuasion, the Old Greenwich landmark -- a former U.S. Post Office and later a hardware store -- appeals to just about everyone, said thrift shop manager Maria Drieghe.

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Rummage-Room-celebrates-50-years-of-giving-5977640.php

Video: Greenwich High School Sports Wrap Up

Welcome to this edition of Greenwich Sports Wrap Up. The boys ice hockey team continued their win streak in their home opener against New Canaan.

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Websites crucial for galleries, but can't replace physical spaces

... that was a very difficult time ... but we have made great progress," Alvarez said of his 2009 move from Greenwich to Bedford St. The gallery operator has stuck to his mission statement -- "to build careers from the doors in and to build a community ...

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