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Tuesday, September 6, 2011
09/06/11 GOVERNOR MALLOY: RESIDENTS SEEKING FEDERAL ASSISTANCE MUST REGISTER WITH FEMA
“This declaration will bring much-needed financial assistance to residents that were impacted by Hurricane Irene,” said Governor Malloy. “But it is critical to note that you must register with FEMA to begin the process of accessing possible federal assistance”.
It is important to note that residents who have already provided damage information to their towns, FEMA, state officials or 2-1-1 must still register with FEMA at this juncture.
To register by phone, residents can call: 1-800-621-FEMA (3362). The TTY line for people with speech or hearing disabilities is 1-800-462-7585. The line is open from 7 am to 10 pm, 7 days per week.
To register online, applications may be completed at www.disasterassistance.gov.
If residents have disaster assistance questions, they may call the FEMA Helpline at 1-800-621-3362.
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09/06/11 Greenwich Man Accused Of Posing As A Wounded U.S. Army Veteran Who Served Four Tours In Afghanistan Is Asking For Accelerated Rehabilitation
PHOTO: Greenwich Police Department photo shows Jesus M. Garcia, 20, who was charged in June with larceny, fraudulent representation of Armed Force uniform, fraudulent use of military insignia and interfering with an officer after he gave a false name and date of birth.
... Attorney Mark Sherman said Jesus M. Garcia, who appeared in state Superior Court Tuesday after he was charged June 16 with fraudulent use of military insignia, fraudulent representation of an armed forces uniform and several counts of larceny, will also pay back about $1,200 he allegedly made while asking friends, family and the public to pay for fabricated medical procedures.
If the court approves Garcia's application for accelerated rehabilitation, he will enter a special program for first-time, nonviolent offenders that involves placing him on probation and dropping the charges after he completes the terms with no further arrests....
...Greenwich police Capt. James Heavey said he suspected Garcia was a fraud in late May because Garcia's uniform was askew. Garcia did not have his military identification card when Heavey asked him for it, Heavey said at the time.
Heavey met Garcia before he was slated to speak at a Memorial Day event in Greenwich. During an interview, Garcia said he had wanted to join the military since he was a child. Garcia failed a test to enlist and never graduated high school....
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09/06/11 Shoplifter Beata Boman gets slap on wrist for stealing scarves worth over $17,000
Judge Probably Thinks The Mitchell Family Should Put In Jail For Selling Two Scarf For Over $17,000 At Richards On Greenwich Avenue
Full story: theoriginalgreenwichdiva.com
A Connecticut judge gave thirty-eight year old Beata Boman a slap on the wrist for stealing two very expensive scarves at Richards.
Stamford Superior Court Judge Robert Genuari ordered shoplifter Boman to continue with her mandated therapy and community service.
If she can find a way to stop stealing until March 2013, all charges will be dropped against her.09/06/11 Associated Press: US, Conn., NY Announce LI Sound Protection Plan
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, New York Department of Environmental Conservation and Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection announced the plan in Greenwich on Tuesday. It calls for coordinated actions in the next two years.
Officials want continued progress in reducing nitrogen pollution and sewer and sanitary sewer overflows. They also promise new programs using shellfish and seaweed to reduce nitrogen pollution.
They set new targets to restore 200 acres of coastal habitat and reopen 80 miles of migratory areas to fish.
New York and federal environmental officials announced separately a ban beginning Thursday against boaters discharging sewage into Long Island Sound.
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09/06/11 Greenwich Students Named Future Leaders
Established in 2009, the Future Global Leader Award program honors junior year students at each participating high school throughout Fairfield County who demonstrate outstanding leadership in understanding global issues and solving global problems. The high school principals designate their Future Global Leader based on this criterion.
The Future Global Leader Award winners have received certificates of award and are eligible to compete for the World Affairs Forum’s $10,000 merit college scholarship, which will be awarded to the outstanding Future Global Leader in Fairfield County this fall.
The World Affairs Forum is a non-profit, non-partisan community organization dedicated to expanding understanding of global affairs and America’s role in the world. The forum is an affiliate of the World Affairs Councils of America.
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09/06/11 Greenwich Synagogue Offers Workshops For Young Families
Little Hilltoppers Workshop aims to immerse three- and four-year- olds in a high-energy learning environment rich with the spirit of Judaism and community. It is intended as a drop off program and meets weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings beginning Sept. 18 and running through May 20, 2012.
The workshop will allow the children to experience Jewish teachings through song, prayer, art and dance, according to Lisa Gittelman Udi, director of education at Greenwich Reform Synagogue.
The synagogue is located at 257 Stanwich Road. For information, contact Stephanie Glaser, 203-629-0018, ext. 222
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09/06/11 This is not a joke
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09/06/11 More Breaking Greenwich Associated Press Reports At The Green Kitty Liner Known As The Greenwich Time
WHERE THE HELL IS THE LOCAL REPORTING AT THE GREENWICH TIME?
Regis says he'll retire in Nov.
The veteran TV personality made the announcement on Tuesday's edition of "Live with Regis and Kelly."
Famous from Fairfield County
US, Conn., NY announce LI Sound protection plan
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B.V. Brooks dies; Westport News co-founder, publisher and real estate developer
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Stefan Pryor named state's next Commissioner of Education
Linda Conner Lambeck, Staff Writer
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Cops: Conn. man threatens utility crew with gun
Associated Press
A Connecticut man is accused of pointing a gun at a utility crew who had come... more »
09/06/11 Follow up message about the anniversary of 9/11
I am following up on an email I sent you last week about the anniversary of 9/11. In memory of the tenth anniversary of 9/11, I would like to offer you and your readers of Greenwich Roundup a message of peace in a short video along with a pledge of tolerance.
http://myfellowamerican.us
If you are able to post or tweet about the video and the pledge, please let me know. I am here if you have any questions.
Thank you so much,
Elizabeth
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Elizabeth Potter
Unity Productions Foundation
myfellowamerican.us
facebook.com/MyFellowAmericanProject
@usmuslimstories
Dear Elizabeth,
I Did Post The Link For You.
I Will Post It Again, Just In Case You Missed It
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09/06/11 Today's SoundVision Event in Greenwich
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09/06/11 As The 10th Anniversary Of The 9/11 Attacks Approaches, Many Town Organizations Are Planning Events To Mark The Somber Occasion (Updated)
Members of the public are invited to attend the ceremony, which will take place at 6 p.m. in front of the firehouse, at 266 Glenville Road.
The Police Department's honor guard will participate in the dedication ceremony.
The volunteer fire company has been working with the Greenwich chapter of the American Red Cross to invite families of local victims of the attacks to the tribute. For more information, call 203-910-4479 or email cathleen.ragone@vitas.com.
The town's official tribute will be held at 6:30 p.m. Sunday in front of Town Hall, 101 Field Point Road. The event will honor the memory of those lost on 9/11, especially the 23 Greenwich residents who died, the victims at the Pentagon and those aboard United Airlines Flight 93. There will be a presentation of a wreath and flowers, a 21-gun salute and special tributes to remember the sacrifices made by the first responders who died. For more information, call 203-253-2836.
Greenwich Hospital will hold a ceremony at 3 p.m. Monday to honor those who died and pay tribute to its hospital staff during that time. The ceremony will be held near the 9/11 memorial sculpture in the hospital's Carl and Dorothy Bennett Community Garden, with keynote speaker Silas Seandel, the sculptor. Seandel, who witnessed the attacks from his studio near ground zero, will explain how his impressions of that day influenced his work.
The sculpture rests in the southwest corner of the garden, directly in line with where the twin towers stood. The garden is near the Watson Pavilion on the main campus at 5 Perryridge Road.
Some local organizations are conducting charity drives to mark the anniversary. Greenwich High School is responding to President Barack Obama's call for a day of remembrance and service with a one-month food drive for Neighbor to Neighbor, donating one food item for each death on 9/11.
On Sunday, Operation Support Our Troops will conduct a care package drive for overseas troops from 9 a.m. to noon Sunday at Stop & Shop, 161 W. Putnam Ave. Wish list flyers will be handed out when entering the store. The goal is to collect money and supplies for 2,000 Christmas boxes. For information, visit www.carepackagedrive.com.
Town churches will also mark the anniversary.
Round Hill Community Church, 395 Round Hill Road, will conduct a service of remembrance at 10 a.m. Sunday. The Rev. Douglas Miller will present the sermon "A Mighty Fortress" and the service will include music by David Glukh on trumpet, with soprano Risa Renae Harman. The congregation's traditional Rally Day Picnic will follow at 11 a.m., and the public is welcome.
Second Congregational Church, 139 E. Putnam Ave., will have a 9/11 remembrance as part of the church's annual homecoming weekend. The Rev. Holly Adams will deliver the sermon during the 10:30 a.m. service, followed by a barbecue luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Reservations for the luncheon are encouraged. For reservations and further information, contact Gloria LaDestro at 203-869-9311, ext. 120, or gloria@2cc.org.
UPDATE:
MORE 9/11 OBSERVANCES IN GREENWICH:
Friday
The sixth annual Greenwich Harbor Yacht Showcase will dock Sept. 9 to 11 at the Delamar Greenwich Harbor hotel, located at 500 Steamboat Road. Visitors can catch the first look at the yachts from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 9 at a kick-off preview party to benefit Audubon Greenwich and its conservation efforts in Long Island Sound. Admission is $75 per person and includes entertainment, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction. The showcase continues from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 10 and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 11 at no charge. The showcase will feature complimentary family activities, and land exhibits ranging from fall fashion to a $2 million 1963 Corvette Rondine Concept Car. For more informaion, call 203-531-3047 or visit www.thedelamar.com.
Sunday
The inaugural first responders BBQ Benefit and Touch a Truck event will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Greenwich Polo Club, located on Hurlingham Drive. A polo match will follow. Tickets ($50 adults, $20 children 6 to 12) can be purchased at the Greenwich Police Department, Greenwich Fire Department, GEMS headquarters, or Corbo’s Corner Deli. The proceeds are to benefit the Greenwich police and fire departments and Greenwich Emergency Services. The event will be held rain or shine. Limited tickets are available at the door.
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09/06/11 The Greenwich Topix News Board (3 stories): TOP STORY: Greenwich Police Make Second Arrest in Harris Case
Greenwich - News September 6, 2011 Greenwich Police Make Second Arrest in Harris Case GREENWICH ROUNDUP'S ADVOCACY FOR BILL EFFROS GETS RESULTS (greenwichroundup.blogspot) Ward Bests Field of 33 to Win Classic Grand Prix Please send your comments, news tips and press releases to GreenwichRoundup@gmail.com |
09/06/11 Thirty Six Greenwich Residents Still With Out Power In Greenwich
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The Numbers From The Ulitity Keep Going Up And Down
09/05/11 CT News Alert: Homes In CT Without Power Drop Under 1,000
09/05/11 Only Two Connecticut Light And Power Customers In Greenwich Were Still Without Power As Of 7:30 PM
09/05/11 Greenwich Power Outages Shoot Back Up To 179 Customers In The Dark
09/05/11 Connecticut Light And Power: 18 Customers Away From Full Power Restoration (11:32 AM)
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09/06/11 Can You Please Tell The Greenwich Time When Your Power Was Restored So They Will Stop Re posting The Same Dumb Article Over And Over And Over
Three inches of rain by Thurs.
Temperatures will hover around the 60s for Tuesday, but the cool weather comes with rain.
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Teixeira joins 'Entourage'
The New York Yankees star and local gave a shout-out to Greenwich schools
GREENWICH TIME EDITOR DAVID McCUMBER IS THE KING OF OLD STALE NEWS
PLEASE SEE:
09/05/11 Hearst Newspaper Editor David McCumber Celebrates Another Holiday By Putting Up Old News And AP Reports On The Greenwich Time Website
09/05/11 Are You Ready For Some More Flooding? A Flash Flood Watch Is In Effect For Greenwich Through Tuesday Morning
09/05/11 Associated Press: Mark Teixeira Is Complaining About The Cost Of Sending 3 Kids To Private School In Greenwich. Alex Rodriguez Backs him up
09/05/11 Topix News, Which Is Owned By McClatchy Newspapers, Tribune and Gannett Media Companies, Covers Hearst Newspaper Failings In Greenwich
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