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Monday, November 19, 2012

ATM 'skimmers' get 33 months in federal prison



Two Romanian citizens who were part of an ATM "skimming" scheme that targeted banks in Greenwich and Stamford have been sentenced to more than two years in federal prison and will face deportation after they are released.

http://m.ctpost.com/connpost/db_43481/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=HeTZfOZd&detailindex=0&pn=0&ps=4

Duchovny movie films in New Canaan



... movie "After the Fall" starring David Duchovny. The film will be a drama based on the story of a 13-year-old Greenwich girl who died of rabies in 1995 after being bitten by a bat. "After the unexpected death of their daughter, a couple work to build ...

http://m.newcanaannewsonline.com/newcanaan/db_11291/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=twKMi5TI&pn=0

Mixed verdict in man's sex assault trial



A former job coach for a Greenwich organization serving the mentally handicapped was found not guilty Monday of forcibly raping a woman under his care in March 2011.

http://m.ctpost.com/connpost/db_12478/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=51qkZAIk&detailindex=3&pn=0&ps=4

John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods sold



... and intellectual property were sold for an undisclosed sum to a new joint venture formed by the Wieland family and Greenwich, Conn.-based real estate investment firm Wheelock Street Capital, according to an announcement. "This new partnership will ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2012/11/19/report-john-wieland-homes-and.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_54+%28Residential+Real+Estate+Industry+News%29

Duchovny movie films in New Canaan



... movie "After the Fall" starring David Duchovny . The film will be a drama based on the story of a 13-year-old Greenwich girl who died of rabies in 1995 after being bitten by a bat. "After the unexpected death of their daughter, a couple work to ...

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Duchovny-movie-films-in-New-Canaan-4051045.php

Greenwich gets into the holiday spirit with annual Reindeer Festival



Join Santa Claus and his trusty steeds for the Greenwich Reindeer Festival from Saturday, Nov.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Greenwich-gets-into-the-holiday-spirit-with-4051150.php

JHouse Greenwich offers Thanksgiving package



As the crisp fall weather settles in, The JHouse Greenwich, Connecticut's newest boutique hotel and dining destination, is inviting guests to celebrate Thanksgiving in the country.

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101523-jhouse-greenwich-offers-thanksgiving-package.html

Report: John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods sold



... homebuilding company John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods Inc. sold its assets and intellectual property to Greenwich, Conn.-based private equity firm Wheelock Street Capital for an undisclosed sum, according to Builder Magazine. John Wieland Homes ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/atlanta/news/2012/11/19/report-john-wieland-homes-and.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_56+%28Restaurant+Industry+News%29

Connecticut Gas Prices Continue Decline, Future Uncertain



... ago the average price was $4, according to price tracking website ConnecticutGasPrices.com . But a cruise around Greenwich shows most prices for regular in the $4.12 and $4.29 range, with some stations even higher. The cheapest gas can be found at ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/connecticut-gas-prices-continue-decline-future-uncertain-7f7c8f32

Today: Hanukkah Helper to the rescue



If yes, then a new class from Jewish Family Services of Greenwich on Monday could be just what you're looking for.

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101522-today-hanukkah-helper-to-the-rescue.html

Local builder gets a round of applause for his 'Performance'



'A penny saved is a penny earned' has taken on a whole new meaning for Greenwich native and Master Certified Green Professional Pete Fusaro, who took home the coveted 2012 HOBI award for Best Green Energy-Efficient Spec Home from the Home Builders & Remodelers Association of Connecticut last night.

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101521-local-builder-gets-a-round-of-applause-for-his-performance-.html

Greenwich Pizzeria Feeds Town In Sandy's Wake



GREENWICH, Conn. Mark Mazzotta's experiences after Hurricane Sandy have given him confidence his Greenwich restaurant can weather just about any storm.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/greenwich-pizzeria-feeds-town-sandys-wake

Is there still hope for Hostess?



... its business. "Our family would love to purchase these iconic brands," said Daren Metropoulos, a principal at the Greenwich, Connecticut-based firm, which paid $250 million for Pabst in 2010. "We are actively pursuing this deal as no doubt ...

http://www.theblaze.com/blog/2012/11/19/is-there-still-hope-for-hostess/

Glenville Hit-and-Run Crash Leads to Woman's Arrest



A 52-year-old Greenwich woman was arrested on motor vehicle charges following a hit-and-run crash on Glenville Road.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/glenville-hit-and-run-crash-leads-to-woman-s-arrest

Video: 18,000 Turkeys for Thanksgiving



The Food Bank of Lower Fairfield County supplies food to non-profit organizations serving low income people in Stamford, Norwalk, Greenwich, Darien, New Canaan and Wilton.

http://stamford.itsrelevant.com/content/12401/18000_Turkeys_for_Thanksgiving

No Longer An Isle of Paradise in Long Island Sound [VIDEO]



With temperatures in the 40s made cooler with a brisk breeze under partly sunny skies, Greenwich officials joked they were embarking on the proverbial "three-hour tour" of television's "Gilligan's Island." In reality, it was a 90-minute tour of Greenwich's Island Beach to view the devastation of Hurriance Sandy on Friday.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/no-longer-an-isle-of-paradise-in-long-island-sound-video

Man Faces Assault, Threatening Charges



A Greenwich man faces assault and threatening charges following an incident in which the victim was cut on the chin with a razor, according to Greenwich Police.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/man-faces-assault-threatening-charges

What To Do In Greenwich This Week



Here are a few highlights of things to do in and around Greenwich this week. See our Events calendar for more items.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-greenwich-week-5

More School Closure Days Will Cut Into April Break



School Calendars Following last week's discussion on Hurricane Sandy's impact on the school calendar, the Greenwich Board of Education discussed a plan to deal with the resulting loss of 6 school days as well as any additional "closure" days that may occur this school year.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/more-school-closure-days-will-cut-into-april-break