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Monday, October 28, 2013

Canceled housing hearing spurs talk

... and private investments. Earlier this month the Housing Authority chose its co-developers -- The Richman Group of Greenwich and Stamford-based JHM Financial Group. And the authority is also under pressure because the South End site sits on the ...

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Canceled-housing-hearing-spurs-talk-4934038.php

Kennedy cousin Michael Skakel seeks release on bail

... him bail. Martha Moxley was 15 years old when she was bludgeoned to death with a golf club in October 1975 in Greenwich, Conn. Connecticut Judge Thomas Bishop ruled that Skakel's trial attorney, Michael Sherman, failed to adequately represent him in ...

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-201_162-57609718/kennedy-cousin-michael-skakel-seeks-release-on-bail/

Letter: Bernstein, Peldunas 'Bring Passion For Education'

... for change. Peter Bernstein and Brian Peldunas have the skills, experience and passion to make that change happen. Greenwich Patch will publish election-related letters to the editor through Oct. 31. To be considered for publication, letters must be ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-bernstein-pelduas-bring-passion-for-education

Letter: Town Clerk Budkins Is 'Diligent and Effective'

... 21 years. Over this period of time I have come to appreciate Carm as a friend and a true professional Town Clerk. Greenwich has been extremely fortunate to have an experienced, dedicated, responsible Town Clerk overseeing the office, which is the ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-town-clerk-budkins-is-diligent-and-effective

Kennedy cousin Skakel seeks release on bond

... he was found guilty in Moxley's golf club bludgeoning. Skakel and Moxley were 15-year-old neighbors in wealthy Greenwich, Connecticut, at the time of her death. "In light of this utter lack of evidence, combined with trial counsel's constitutionally ...

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/world/news/article.cfm?c_id=2&objectid=11148051&ref=rss

Kennedy cousin Skakel's attorney says keeping him in prison would be "miscarriage of justice"

... he was found guilty in Moxley's golf club bludgeoning. Skakel and Moxley were 15-year-old neighbours in wealthy Greenwich, Connecticut, at the time of her death. "In light of this utter lack of evidence, combined with trial counsel's ...

http://www.vancouversun.com/news/Kennedy+cousin+Skakels+attorney+says+keeping+prison+would/9093576/story.html

'Unruly' Greenwich Bar Patron Faces Several Charges

A patron of a downtown Greenwich wine bar was arrested over the weekend after she refused to leave the establishment because of her "unruly, intoxicated behavior," according to Greenwich Police .

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/unruly-greenwich-bar-patron-faces-several-charges

Kennedy cousin Skakel seeks release on bond

... he was found guilty in Moxley's golf club bludgeoning. Skakel and Moxley were 15-year-old neighbors in wealthy Greenwich at the time of her death. "In light of this utter lack of evidence, combined with trial counsel's constitutionally deficient ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/crime/article/Kennedy-cousin-Skakel-seeks-release-on-bond-4933354.php

CVSL Said to Offer $268 Million to Buy Direct Seller Blyth

... on the offer. John Rochon Jr., chairman of CVSL's investment committee, declined to comment. Blyth, based in Greenwich, Connecticut , reported revenue of $211.7 million for the second quarter, down from $309.5 million a year earlier, because of ...

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-10-28/cvsl-said-to-offer-268-million-to-buy-direct-seller-blyth-1-.html

Skinny Pancake hosts cancer research fundraiser

The Skinny Pancake is holding a "fun-raiser" Wednesday night to raise money for research into a rare form of cancer, restaurant owner Benjy Adler said, donating 10 percent of its dinner sales to the Fibrolamellar Cancer Foundation, based in Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.burlingtonfreepress.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013310280037%26nclick_check%3D1

A vote for literacy, not testing

... criminal that these tests would even create a doubt in her mind about the truth of this. Sarah Darer Littman , of Greenwich, is an award-winning author of books for young people. She teaches creative writing with Writopia Lab . Party label is no ...

http://www.ctpost.com/opinion/article/A-vote-for-literacy-not-testing-4933218.php

Proposed ferry to feature restaurants, casino

... of Maine Maritime Academy, he was most recently operations and technical manager of TransAtlantic Lines in Greenwich, Conn., and has worked for several other shipping companies. "We are pleased to be invited to negotiate the terms for a mutually ...

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130815-NEWS-130819869

Len Levitt: Martha Moxley: Which Kennedy Cousin Killed Her?

Thirty-eight years after 15-year-old Martha Moxley was beaten to death with a golf club on the edge of her Greenwich property on Oct. 30, 1975, we are back to the original suspect, Tommy Skakel, as her likely killer.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/len-levitt/nypd-confidential_18_b_4169676.html

Police Offer Advice to Thwart Greenwich Gym Locker Thieves

While exercise and fitness enthusiasts are in their zone working out in Greenwich gyms, thieves with a penchant for pilfering from the gym lockers are getting a workout too.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-offer-advice-to-thwart-greenwich-gym-locker-thieves

Rebranding Brings New Name, Same Services To New Canaan Health Facility

... is to offer a progression of programs to continually meet the needs of older adults, and families as well." GREENWICH, Conn. -- Greenwich First Selectman Peter Tesei recently voiced his opposition to a plan by Connecticut Light & Power to reassign ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/rebranding-brings-new-name-same-services-new-canaan-health-facility

Williamsons of Wayne Opens

For many years, the name Williamson has been synonymous with fabrics in Old Greenwich, Connecticut, where they the store the Copper Lantern flourished.

http://radnor.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/williamsons-of-wayne-opens

BWW Reviews: the Underpants in Connecticut

... who is always looking for more challenging work. Her articles and photos have appeared in Connecticut Magazine, Greenwich Magazine, Stamford Plus, The Advocate, Greenwich Time, The Minuteman, Connecticut Jewish Ledger, The Jewish Chronicle, The ...

http://www.broadwayworld.com/connecticut/article/BWW-Reviews-THE-UNDERPANTS-in-Connecticut-20131028

Dan Austin leaving to Townsquare, heading to San Diego

... owned by CBS Radio, before returning to Albany in August 2011 to join Townsquare. Townsquare, which is based in Greenwich, Connecticut, owns five area radio stations. They are country WGNA, 107.7 FM; the "Q-103" rock simulcast of WQBK, 103.9 FM and ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/albany/blog/2013/10/dan-austin-heading-to-san-diego.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_national+%28Bizjournals+National+Feed%29

Outgoing Ed Board Member Supports Bernstein, Peldunas

... shown that they know how to ask the tough questions but to do so in a constructive manner! They will help move the Greenwich Public Schools forward. Greenwich Patch will publish election-related letters to the editor through Oct. 31. To be ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/outgoing-ed-board-member-supports-bernstein-peldunas

C Suisse names Uk Ceo

David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months.

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/garrett-curran-named-new-uk-ceo-of-credit-suisse/

Nasdaq close to ending Facebook nightmare

David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months.

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/42m-owed-in-botched-stock-sale-of-facebook/

Goldman Sachs shows its charitable side

David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months.

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/goldman-sachs-tries-to-show-charitable-side/

Banker: there was an evil spirit in my house

David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months.

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/banker-there-was-a-ghost-in-my-house/

Police: Drunk Driver Hits Wall, Keeps Driving with Sparking Vehicle

A Port Chester Fire Chief called police when he saw a vehicle coming from Greenwich, Ct. that had heavy front end damage, deployed air bags and wheels sparking on Oct. 20 at 8:30 p.m. Port Chetser police responded to the call and found a driver, a 60-year-old Port Chester resident, who said he swerved to hit another car that was coming into his ... (more)

http://portchester.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/police-drunk-driver-hits-wall-keeps-driving-with-sparking-vehicle

Betty Anne Caldara, 97, Of Greenwich

... she taught for several years at the Shady Hill School. After her marriage, she lived in Rye before settling in Greenwich. In Greenwich she became active in community service and served at the Greenwich Hospital. She retired with her husband to ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/betty-anne-caldara-97-greenwich

Eda Seasongood Field Zahl, 87, Longtime Greenwich Resident

... King". She became a member of the American Wagner Society and edited their newsletter. She was a supporter of the Greenwich Public Library. She attended the First Church of Christ, Scientist, Greenwich. Zahl is survived by her children, Eda K. Zahl ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/eda-seasongood-field-zahl-87-longtime-greenwich-resident

Norwalk deli owner jailed in organized crime gambling scheme

... Judge Vanessa L. Bryant last week imposed a six-month prison term on Victor Amereno , 43, formerly of Stamford and Greenwich, who operates the Blue Cactus Grill on Stevens Street. Amereno was also ordered to forfeit $15,000. He pleaded guilty in ...

http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Norwalk-deli-owner-jailed-in-organized-crime-4931860.php

Letter: 1st Selectman Candidate Krumeich's Borrowing Plan 'Puts Taxpayer Interest First'

To the Editor: Of the three first selectman candidates, only Beth Krumeich puts Taxpayer interests first. Greenwich's governance system imposes a long and difficult path before any capital project. Deferral, delay and scope reduction are routine. ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-1st-selectman-candidate-krumeichs-borrowing-plan-puts-taxpayer-interest-first

Candidates Jason Auerbach, Warren Silver Outline Why They Want to Serve RTM

We are Jason Auerbach and Warren Silver and we have filed papers to run for Representative Town Meeting in Greenwich, District 8, to address the urgent budget and economic needs of our community.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/candidates-jason-auerbach-warren-silver-outline-why-they-want-to-serve-rtm

Ex-GOP Chair: Tax Collector Laudonia 'Takes Job Very Seriously'

... of courses over several years, and then passing a rigorous examination. Tod is the first - repeat, the first - Greenwich Tax Collector to have achieved this important certification. Importantly, Tod was not required to do it. He voluntarily did so ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/exgop-chair-tax-collector-laudonia-takes-job-very-seriously

Female Athletes In Greenwich Invited To Take Part In Survey On Concussions

NORWALK, Conn. Norwalk's Katherine Snedaker is partnering with researchers from Clemson University to survey female athletes about past and present experiences with concussions.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/norwalk-woman-invites-female-athletes-take-part-survey-concussions

RBS boss faces results test as break-up looms

... by his former girlfriend and the mother of his eldest child. David Stemerman's fast growing hedge fund firm, Greenwich,Conn.-based Conatus Capital Management, has poached talent from other leading investment managers in the last few months. Morgan ...

http://hereisthecity.com/en-gb/2013/10/28/rbs-boss-faces-results-test-as-break-up-looms/