School libraries not what they used to be

Second graders Ellie Englund, left, Filippa Keszti, center, and Lucy Carpenter talk in the "maker space" of the new "learning commons" of the International School at Dundee in Old Greenwich, Conn. Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/School-libraries-not-what-they-used-to-be-6054503.php

Yet another storm bears down on Conn.

... Photo: H John Voorhees III Bonnie Zeh walks her Akita, Bentley, on Mead Avenue during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey Greenwich resident Stephen Walko shovels snow from the sidewalk on ...

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Yet-another-snowstorm-bears-down-on-Connecticut-6054199.php

Abimbola Fernandez aka Bim Fernandez

... a toddler then moved to Rye Country Day School in 1995. She then briefly attended Convent of the Sacred Heart in Greenwich, Connecticut (while Ali Hilfiger was a student there) before moving to Edinburgh Scotland in 1999. Fernandez spend a majority ...

http://www.prlog.org/12420522-abimbola-fernandez-aka-bim-fernandez.html

Greenwich bank robbed at gunpoint

Police released this picture taken inside the Greenwich Bank and Trust on East Putnam Avenue just off I-95.

http://connecticut.news12.com/news/greenwich-bank-robbed-at-gunpoint-1.9885029

Blumenthal pledges help cleaning up former Greenwich incinerator site

Dawn Fortunato speaks during a meeting with Sen. Richard Blumenthal on Booth Court in Greenwich, Conn., to discuss concerns about air, soil and water contamination in the area on Saturday, January 31, 2015. Photo: Lindsay Perry Water runs past the transfer station near Booth Court in Greenwich, Conn., on Saturday, January 31, 2015.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Blumenthal-pledges-help-cleaning-up-former-6053648.php

Horton: senator's visit may force town to address Holly Hill contamination

... morning Democratic U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal brought his 2016 re-election campaign to this small corner of Greenwich, adding his weight to community concerns about the public health and safety effects of long-term hazardous waste disposal at ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Horton-senator-s-visit-may-force-town-to-address-6053662.php

Horton: senator's visit may force town to address Holly Hill contamination

... morning Democratic U.S. Sen. Richard Blumenthal brought his 2016 re-election campaign to this small corner of Greenwich, adding his weight to community concerns about the public health and safety effects of long-term hazardous waste disposal at ...

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Horton-senator-s-visit-may-force-town-to-address-6053662.php

Greenwich 'Teen Kids News' Snags Parents Choice Award

The TV show Teen Kids News, the brain child of Old Greenwich resident Albert Primo, and co-produced by Stamford resident and Emmy winning Director, Alan Weiss, just became a Parents' Choice Approved Award Winner. "We are honored to receive this award and glad see that after 12 years on the air, the show is as current as ever and still being recognized for its educational value," commented Primo.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-teen-kids-news-snags-parents-choice-award-0?

Winston Plywood breaks ground at site of new manufacturing facility in Louisville

... and efficient mills in North America. New Wood Resources LLC is owned and operated by Atlas Holdings LLC. Based in Greenwich, Conn., Atlas is a diversified group of manufacturing, distribution, service and trading businesses with 13,000 associates ...

http://msbusiness.com/businessblog/2015/01/31/winston-plywood-breaks-ground-site-new-manufacturing-facility-louisville/

Greenwich Man Named To James Madison University's Dean's List

Greenwich resident Louis Robert Pulitano was named to the dean's list at James Madison University for the spring 2014 semester.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwich-man-named-james-madison-universitys-deans-list

Greenwich Student Makes Dean's List At Buffalo State College

GREENWICH, Conn. Greenwich resident Mariana Cordero has been named to the Dean's List at Buffalo State College in New York.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/greenwich-student-makes-deans-list-buffalo-state-college

Greenwich Police Release More Photos Of Gun-Toting Woman Who Robbed Bank

The Greenwich Police Department released additional photos of the suspect in a Friday bank robbery at the Greenwich Bank and Trust branch on East Putnam Avenue. The Greenwich Police Department released additional photos of the suspect in a Friday bank robbery at the Greenwich Bank and Trust branch on East Putnam Avenue.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/greenwich-police-release-more-photos-gun-toting-woman-who-robbed-bank

Greenwich's Temple Sholom Selma Maisel Nursery Schoolers Warm Hearts with Winter Coat Drive

... we all join together to make a difference." Donated items will be distributed to clients of Family Centers, Inc., Greenwich Social Services, Kids in Crisis and YWCA Domestic Abuse Services. For more information about Temple Sholom Selma Maisel ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwichs-temple-sholom-selma-maisel-nursery-schoolers-warm-hearts-winter-coat-drive?

Armed woman robs Greenwich Bank and Trust

Greenwich Police investigate a bank robbery that occurred around noon at the Greenwich Bank and Trust at 1103 East Putnam Ave. in the Riverside section of Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Jan. 30, 2015. Greenwich Police investigate a bank robbery that occurred around noon at the Greenwich Bank and Trust at 1103 East Putnam Ave. in the Riverside section of Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Jan. 30, 2015.

http://m.newstimes.com/local/article/Armed-woman-robs-Greenwich-Bank-and-Trust-6052974.php

A lesson in art appreciation

Stamford resident James Rothkopf leans in to take a look at the Northern Baroque Splendor exhibit featuring the Hohenbuchau Collection from Liechtenstein at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich, Conn., including Joris van Son's piece "Pronck Still Life with Overturned Silver Ewer," far right, on Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2015.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/A-lesson-in-art-appreciation-6052716.php

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Pixie cut, pea coat, big sunglasses and a big gun. That's how Greenwich Police desscribe an armed female bank robber they are looking for.

http://wtnh.com/2015/01/30/72489/

Dangerous cold, 8 inches of snow forecast for the weekend

Bonnie Zeh walks her Akita, Bentley, on Mead Avenue during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey Greenwich resident Stephen Walko shovels snow from the sidewalk on South Water Street during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, 2015.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Dangerous-cold-8-inches-of-snow-forecast-for-the-6052205.php

Armed woman robs Greenwich Bank and Trust

Greenwich Police investigate a bank robbery that occurred around noon at the Greenwich Bank and Trust at 1103 East Putnam Ave. in the Riverside section of Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Jan. 30, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey Greenwich Police investigate a bank robbery that occurred around noon at the Greenwich Bank and Trust at 1103 East Putnam Ave. in the Riverside section of Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Jan. 30, 2015.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Armed-woman-robs-Greenwich-Bank-and-Trust-6052176.php

People News: Jan. 30, 2015

... markets for the firm as well as her other areas of expertise. Mario Fulgieri and Blake Stevens has joined the Greenwich, Conn. office of EY's Global Compliance & Reporting practice focused on Real Estate. Fulgieri had been a principal with tax firm ...

http://www.accountingtoday.com/news/people-news/people-news-jan-30-2015-73490-1.html

Greenwich Ranks As 7th Most Expensive Housing Market In U.S.

If you've been house hunting in Greenwich and feel like nearly everything is out of your price range, don't feel bad. Real estate blog movoto.com recently ranked the town's Riverside neighborhood as the seventh-most expensive ZIP code in the country when it comes to housing.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/greenwich-ranks-7th-most-expensive-housing-market-us

Greenwich Bank Robbed At Gunpoint; Police Seek Female Suspect

... an overlapping jurisdiction. The larceny that took place is a crime both locally and federally," he said. updated: GREENWICH, Conn. -- A woman brandishing a gun robbed the Greenwich Bank and Trust branch at 1103 E. Putnam Ave. at noon Friday, ...

http://weston.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/greenwich-bank-robbed-gunpoint-police-seek-female-suspect

Greenwich Bank Robbed At Gunpoint; Police Seek Female Suspect

A woman brandishing a gun robbed the Greenwich Bank and Trust branch at 1103 E. Putnam Ave. at noon Friday, according to Greenwich police. A white woman who appeared to be about 40 entered the bank branch and displayed a firearm and demanded cash, Lt.

http://danbury.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/greenwich-bank-robbed-gunpoint-police-seek-female-suspect

Greenwich Bank Is Robbed by Gun-Toting Woman

According to Greenwich Police, lone female entered the bank branch at 1103 E. Putnam Ave. in the Riverside neighborhood of Greenwich, displayed a firearm and demanded cash about 12 p.m. "The teller complied and the suspect left without incident with an undetermined amount of cash. No one was injured," Greenwich Police Lt.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-bank-robbed-gun-toting-woman-0?

Greenwich State Reps. Bocchino, Camillo Attend Family Action Day

State Representatives Mike Bocchino and Fred Camillo attended the legislature's Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Caucus's Family Action day earlier this month. Bocchino and Camillo heard testimony from individuals, families and organization directors advocating for state government to make Connecticut a healthier place to live.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-state-reps-bocchino-camillo-attend-family-action-day-0?

Icons of the Civil Rights Movement at Les Beaux Arts Greenwich Gallery

In honor of Black History Month, Les Beaux-Arts Gallery in Greenwich, is proud to present "Icons of the Civil Rights Movement," an inspiring visual and written exhibit that traces the history of the Civil Rights Movement and honors the many who sacrificed their lives for freedom and equality. The paintings are by Pamela Chatterton-Purdy and the accompanying historical descriptions are written by The Rev.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/icons-civil-rights-movement-les-beaux-arts-0?

Visiting Author Series at Temple Sholom Presents: Sal Tagliareni

Historical Author and Former Catholic Priest Sal Tagliareni will give a presentation in Greenwich, Tuesday, Feb. 17 at 12 p.m. Join Sal Tagliareni in his search to understand how the Shoah occurred and the Catholic Church's role in it.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/visiting-author-series-temple-sholom-presents-sal-tagliareni-0?

'An Afternoon of Italian Opera' in Greenwich

You won't want to miss the stunning performance Sunday, February 8 at 3 p.m. in the magnificent sanctuary of First Presbyterian Church of Greenwich when our professional soloists sing favorites from Cosi fan Tutte, Don Giovanni, La Traviata, and many more.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/afternoon-italian-opera-0?

Greenwich Bank Robbed At Gunpoint; Police Seek Female Suspect

A woman brandishing a gun robbed the Greenwich Bank and Trust branch at 1103 E. Putnam Ave. at noon Friday, according to Greenwich police. A white woman who appeared to be about 40 entered the bank branch and displayed a firearm and demanded cash, Lt.

http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/greenwich-bank-robbed-gunpoint-police-seek-female-suspect

Greenwich Facing Below Zero Wind Chills, Possible Significant Snow on Sunday

... during this time between 15-25 mph and gusts could exceed 45-50 mph, the National Weather Service. Sign up for Greenwich Patch news alerts to stay on top of the latest weather news and more by clicking here . On Thursday the National Weather Service ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/weather-alert-greenwich-facing-below-zero-wind-chills-possible-significant-snow-sunday?

Mel Gibson's Greenwich home listed for $3.5M

... throughout the social media spectrum and is administered by Mainstream Media EC on behalf of Big News Network. GREENWICH, Conn. -- A country home in Greenwich, Conn., that once belonged to actor Mel Gibson has been listed for sale at $31.5 million. ...

http://www.bignewsnetwork.com/index.php/sid/229832421

Norwalk Joins Regional Planning Group's Meeting On Transportation Issues

The South Western Region Metropolitan Planning Organization will meet on Monday, Feb. 2, at 8:15 a.m. to discuss transportation and nontransportation policy, programs and projects that concern the region. The meeting will be held at the Western Connecticut Council of Governments offices, 3rd Floor, Stamford Government Center, 888 Washington Blvd. The SWRMPO includes the chief elected officials of the South Western Region's eight towns of Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Norwalk, Stamford, Weston, Westport and Wilton, and the directors of the region's transit districts.

http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/business/regional-planning-group-meets-stamford-transportation-issues

Overnight Snow Causes Delay For Greenwich Schools

Schools in Greenwich are on a one-hour delay Friday, Jan. 30, due to road conditions after an overnight snowfall.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/overnight-snow-causes-delay-greenwich-schools

Greenwich Schools Announce Changes to Friday's Schedule

Brunswick School, Greenwich Catholic School and Greenwich Academy also have one-hour delays. Greenwich Country Day is opening at the regular time.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-schools-announce-changes-fridays-schedule-0?

Greenwich Chamber Reschedules Talk On Affordable Care Act

The Greenwich Chamber of Commerce has rescheduled its educational seminar, "Making Sense of How The Affordable Care Act Will Affect You," for Monday, Feb. 2. Len Carusi and Tom Keller of the H&R Block branch on 41 W. Putnam Ave. in Greenwich will lead the seminar, which will explain the ACA and how it affects taxes for people and businesses alike.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/greenwich-chamber-reschedules-talk-affordable-care-act

Greenwich Astronomical Society Hosts First Sunday Science Event

The Greenwich Astronomical Society will hold its monthly First Sunday Science event at the Seaside Center in Greenwich Point Park on Sunday, Feb. 1.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/greenwich-astronomical-society-hosts-first-sunday-science-event

Ex-Contrarian Capital Controller Guilty in $9 Million Theft

Lawrence Herzing was arrested Oct. 29 and accused of using his position at Greenwich, Connecticut-based Contrarian to wire $9.2 million to accounts he controlled from 2004 to 2013, Connecticut U.S. Attorney Deirdre M. Daly said in a statement. Herzing, who is free on a $5.6 million bond and has agreed to forfeit his residence and about $1.8 million, pleaded guilty Thursday before U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Alker Meyer in Bridgeport.

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-NIYRJ16JTSEM01-3JN8MU649E3MBOS58K8LGF5UD1

Brian Koonz: In Greenwich, winning matters, but at what cost?

... knew this day was coming. He had chewed on it for a while, but he didn't plan on swallowing his resignation as Greenwich High School's football coach for another two years. Albonizio, 64, figured the meeting with athletic director Gus Lindine was to ...

http://m.ctpost.com/sports/article/Brian-Koonz-In-Greenwich-winning-matters-but-6049944.php

Former Controller Of Greenwich Hedge Fund Admits Embezzling $9 Million

A 45-year-old Greenwich man pleaded guilty Thursday, Jan. 29, to embezzling more than $9 million from the hedge fund where he was employed as a controller. Lawrence J. Herzing pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud before U.S. District Judge Jeffrey Alker Meyer in Bridgeport, said Deirdre M. Daly, the U.S. attorney for Connecticut and Patricia M. Ferrick, special agent in charge of the New Haven Division of the FBI.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/former-controller-greenwich-hedge-fund-admits-embezzling-9-million

More Development Immigrates to Port Chester

For decades marginalized as the downscale neighbor of Greenwich, Conn., and Rye, N.Y., Port Chester in Westchester County has begun to capitalize on its grittier image. Several new luxury developments and the arrival of a number of swanky new restaurants and bars are helping Port Chester attract young professionals from New York City as well as area baby boomers looking to downsize.

http://www.wsj.com/articles/more-development-immigrates-to-port-chester-in-westchester-county-1422582829?mod=topix

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President and instructor with Luluhoops Lauren Gee, right, encourages Liana Varela, 2, on the Hula Hoops during the Celebrity Baby Trends' family fun day at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-7435165.php

Diane Terita helps her daughter, Sophie, decorate a plexiglass.... photo: 7435167 slideshow 847

Diane Terita helps her daughter, Sophie, decorate a plexiglass refrigerator frame with glue and glitter during the Celebrity Baby Trends' family fun day at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-7435167.php

Benjamin Kelly-Lombardi takes a break at the Kidville vendor stall.... photo: 7435166 slideshow 847

Benjamin Kelly-Lombardi takes a break at the Kidville vendor stall during the Celebrity Baby Trends' family fun day at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-7435166.php

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Jason Michaels and his two-year-old son Sean play around while listening to a live band perform during the Celebrity Baby Trends' family fun day at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-7435168.php

Greenwich man pleads guilty to wire fraud

Greenwich resident Lawrence J. Herzing, the controller of Contrarian Capital, admitted to embezzling more than $9.2 million from the hedge fund over nine years. Photo: Contributed Photo/Mel Greer, Greenwich Time The controller of Contrarian Capital Management in Greenwich admitted in federal court Thursday that he embezzled more than $9.2 million from the hedge fund over nine years.

http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Greenwich-man-pleads-guilty-to-wire-fraud-6049265.php

Amazon returns to profit; sales fall short

... headline numbers that came out where pretty mixed," said Kevin Kelly, a managing partner with Recon Capital in Greenwich, Conn. "Year over year, sales was just up 3% internationally, when they've invested significant amounts of capital overseas. We ...

http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/2015/01/29/amazon-earnings/22532327/

Greenwich man pleads guilty to wire fraud

Greenwich resident Lawrence J. Herzing, the controller of Contrarian Capital, admitted to embezzling more than $9.2 million from the hedge fund over nine years. The controller of Contrarian Capital Management in Greenwich admitted in federal court Thursday that he embezzled more than $9.2 million from the hedge fund over nine years.

http://m.ctpost.com/business/article/Greenwich-man-pleads-guilty-to-wire-fraud-6049265.php

Janet Jean Hohn, 82, Of Greenwich

Hohn graduated from Pelham High School, and received a bachelor's degree in art history from Hollins University in Virginia, and later married her Pelham High School sweetheart, Harry G. Hohn, on June 19, 1954. She was natural community leader, helping in many ways from PTA president to organizing major New York City blood drives.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/janet-jean-hohn-82-greenwich

Driver Is Accused of Failing to Stop for Greenwich Cops and Driving into Port Chester

A man who Greenwich Police say wouldn't stop for officers checking out a report of an erratic driver, and then drove across the border into Port Chester, NY is facing a several charges including driving under the influence. It all apparently started about 9 p.m. Jan. 4 when police received a report of motorist driving erratically on West Putnam Avenue, according to a police report.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/driver-accused-failing-stop-greenwich-cops-and-driving-port-chester-0?

Light Snow Could Complicate Greenwich's Friday Morning Commute; Still a Chance of Snow Late Sunday

... r snowstorm is possible Sunday night and Monday , recent information from some of our trusted computer Sign up for Greenwich Patch news alerts to stay on top of the latest weather news and more by clicking here .

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/light-snow-could-complicate-greenwichs-friday-morning-commute-still-chance-snow-late-sunday?

Greenwich Chamber of Commerce Seminar Is Rescheduled

Greenwich Chamber of Commerce has rescheduled its educational seminar, "Making Sense of How The Affordable Care Act Will Affect You" to Monday, February 2nd at CEO Executive Offices, 75 Holly Hill Lane. This timely seminar will explain in understandable terms what The Affordable Care Act is and how it impacts taxes.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-chamber-commerce-seminar-rescheduled-0?

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... Wednesday. Photo: Cathy Zuraw Passengers exit the Metro-North train arriving from New York at the station in Old Greenwich, Conn. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015. Metro-North Railroad is getting high marks for its performance during this week's blizzard, and ...

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/local/article/Metro-North-weathered-the-storm-well-6046474.php

Recon Capital NASDAQ 100 Covered Call ETF (QYLD) Closes First Year of Trading with 10.4% Yield

... is benchmarked to DAX Index. Recon Capital Partners, LLC is an SEC Registered Investment Adviser headquartered in Greenwich, CT that focuses on bringing innovative, efficient and niche products to the exchange traded fund universe. Recon's funds are ...

http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20150129005246/en/Recon-Capital-NASDAQ-100-Covered-Call-ETF

Haaretz Columnist To Speak At Temple Sholom In Greenwich

Temple Sholom in Greenwich will host Israeli journalist Ari Shavit, who will speak on Tuesday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. Registration is required, and can be done through Alice Schoen, who can be reached by email at alice.schoen@templesholom.com or by phone at 203-542-7165.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/haaretz-columnist-speak-temple-sholom-greenwich

Greenwich Hospital Announces Celebrity Chefs For Its Great Chefs Fundraiser

Greenwich Hospital announced that celebrity chefs Aarn Snchez and Debra Ponzek will be the honorees at its Great Chefs fundraiser to be held on Friday, March 6 at Westchester Country Club. Proceeds from this popular annual event will benefit residents of Fairfield and Westchester counties who rely on the outreach health services provided by Community Health at Greenwich Hospital.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwich-hospital-announces-celebrity-chefs-its-great-chefs-fundraiser

Chipotle's Mexican Grill Expands With Second Location In Greenwich

The company, which already has a local restaurant on Greenwich Avenue, has taken over the former home of the Hunan Cafe in Riverside Plaza off Exit 5 of I-95. Marcia O'Kane, executive director of the Greenwich Chamber of Commerce, said she learned of Chipotle's plans not long after hearing of Hunan Cafe's decision to close.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/business/chipotles-mexican-grill-expands-second-location-greenwich

Darien Hockey Player Draws Interest Of NHL Scouts

Hockey players from Greenwich, Darien and Ridgefield were among the players listed last week when the NHL's Central Scouting Bureau released its midterm ranking of 2015 draft candidates from North America. Johnny McDermott of Darien, McKay Flanagan of Ridgefield and William Somers of Greenwich are among the players who made the list.

http://darien.dailyvoice.com/sports/fairfield-county-hockey-players-draw-interest-nhl-scouts

Former Players From Norwalk Hockey Team Draw Interest Of NHL Scouts

Will Somers of Greenwich, who plays at Hotchkiss, was ranked No. 206 in NHL's Central Scouting Bureau of North American draft prospects.

http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/sports/fairfield-county-hockey-players-draw-interest-nhl-scouts

Greenwich Residents Are Named 'Time for Lyme' Gala Co-Chairs

Lyme Research Alliance & Tick-Borne Disease Alliance have announced that Greenwich residents Amy Marisa Balducci and Riann Smith will co-chair the 2015 "Time for Lyme" Gala on April 11, 2015, at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich in Old Greenwich. Both Balducci and Smith said they are honored to co-chair the event and hope to raise awareness about the devastating impact Lyme disease can have on individuals and their families-something each of the women has personally experienced.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-residents-are-named-time-lyme-gala-co-chairs-0?

Appeals court tosses Greenwich woman's libel claim

A New York federal appeals court has tossed a Greenwich woman's claims that she was libeled by local media when they did not delete stories about her arrest after charges were dismissed. The ruling by the three-judge panel acknowledged the consequences of a criminal arrest are wide-ranging and long-lasting, even when someone is later exonerated or the charges are dismissed.

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Appeals-court-tosses-Greenwich-woman-s-libel-claim-6047516.php

Court tosses Conn. woman's libel claim

A New York federal appeals court has tossed a Greenwich woman's claims that she was libeled by local media when they did not delete stories about her arrest after charges were dismissed. The ruling by the three-judge panel acknowledged the consequences of a criminal arrest are wide-ranging and long-lasting, even when someone is later exonerated or the charges are dismissed.

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Appeals-court-tosses-Greenwich-woman-s-libel-claim-6046791.php

Warde tops Stamford in girls basketball showdown

... Stamford High at Kuczo Gym. "We were coming off a game where we were down nine points in the fourth quarter to Greenwich, rallied back, then lost 49-47," said Danko, recounting Warde's only loss of the season. "We were without our top scorer Iliana ...

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/sports/article/Warde-tops-Stamford-in-girls-basketball-showdown-6047238.php

Metro-North weathered the storm well

... Wednesday. Photo: Cathy Zuraw Passengers exit the Metro-North train arriving from New York at the station in Old Greenwich, Conn. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015. Metro-North Railroad is getting high marks for its performance during this week's blizzard, and ...

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/articleGallery/Metro-North-weathered-the-storm-well-6047117.php

Metro-North weathered the storm well

... Wednesday. Photo: Cathy Zuraw Passengers exit the Metro-North train arriving from New York at the station in Old Greenwich, Conn. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015. Metro-North Railroad is getting high marks for its performance during this week's blizzard, and ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Metro-North-weathered-the-storm-well-6047117.php

The Millionaires' Unit Documentary Film Screening

The Millionaires' Unit Documentary is being screened at the Greenwich Historical Society and tells the story of an elite group of men. On January 29, the Greenwich Historical Society is hosting the screening of The Millionaires' Unit Documentary from 3 pm to 5 pm.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/millionaires-unit-documentary-film-screening-0?

Metro-North weathered the storm well

... of full service Wednesday. Passengers exit the Metro-North train arriving from New York at the station in Old Greenwich, Conn. Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2015. Metro-North Railroad is getting high marks for its performance during this week's blizzard, and ...

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Metro-North-weathered-the-storm-well-6046474.php

Rep. Fox proposes aid for businesses under siege by prolonged...

... on downtown Bridgeport developments. The Steam Table restaurant replaced China Pavilion on the lower part of Greenwich Avenue in Greenwich. Under a Connecticut General Assembly proposal, business owners would have recourse to tap funds in the event ...

http://m.ctpost.com/business/article/Rep-Fox-proposes-aid-for-businesses-under-siege-6046526.php

Greenwich Ballet Students -- Connecticut Ballet To Hold Auditions for Spring Production

Connecticut Ballet will hold open auditions for children's dance parts for its spring 2015 production of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' on Sunday, Feb. 1. The auditions will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. at Connecticut Ballet Center, 20 Acosta St. in Stamford. The company requires girls ages 9 to 15 with previous dance experience for children's character roles in the full-length production choreographed by Artistic Director Brett Raphael.

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/greenwich-ballet-students-connecticut-ballet-hold-auditions-spring-production-0?

Former Riverside chorister relishes chance to perform

Charlie Baird will perform with the St. Olaf Choir during its 2015 East Coast tour, which brings him through Connecticut. For years, Baird performed with the First Congregational Church of Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/news/articleGallery/Former-Riverside-chorister-relishes-chance-to-6046094.php

Former Riverside chorister relishes chance to perform

Charlie Baird will perform with the St. Olaf Choir during its 2015 East Coast tour, which brings him through Connecticut. For years, Baird performed with the First Congregational Church of Greenwich, Conn.

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Riverside-chorister-relishes-chance-to-6046094.php

All that Glitz: 1920s fashion roars into the present

Sophia Scarpelli, owner of Sophia's Costumes in Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015, with vintage costumes from the Roaring Twenties displayed on mannequins at her store. The authentic and vintage costume shop is located at 1 Liberty Way in central Greenwich and has been in business for over 30 years.

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/All-that-Glitz-1920s-fashion-roars-into-the-6046093.php

Former Riverside chorister relishes chance to perform

Charlie Baird will perform with the St. Olaf Choir during its 2015 East Coast tour, which brings him through Connecticut. For years, Baird performed with the First Congregational Church of Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Riverside-chorister-relishes-chance-to-6046094.php

All that Glitz: 1920s fashion roars into the present

Sophia Scarpelli, owner of Sophia's Costumes in Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015, with vintage costumes from the Roaring Twenties displayed on mannequins at her store. The authentic and vintage costume shop is located at 1 Liberty Way in central Greenwich and has been in business for over 30 years.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/All-that-Glitz-1920s-fashion-roars-into-the-6046093.php

St. Paul Lutheran Church to Hold Spaghetti Creole Dinner

Legions of Greenwich High and Western Junior High School grads from the 1960s, '70s and '80s fondly remember the weekly 'Creole Spaghetti' days. Relive your culinary youth or if you're not a townie, experience what town natives enjoyed at St. Paul Lutheran Church's annual creole spaghetti dinner this weekend.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/st-paul-lutheran-church-hold-spaghetti-creole-dinner-0?

Greenwich Man Is Facing Fugitive From Justice Charge

A man who Greenwich Police came to help after he spun off West Putnam Avenue during the snowstorm Monday night is facing a fugitive from justice charge. Police came to the aid of the driver who spun off the road near 777 W. Putnam Avenue just before 8 p.m. Jan. 26 and when officers checked his driver's license, they found there was an extraditable warrant issued by police in Delaware, according to a police report.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-man-facing-fugitive-justice-charge-0?

Greenwich United Way Names Seven New Board Members

... in light of the talents and experiences of departing Board members. Donna Byrnes is professionally affiliated with Greenwich Academy, as the Director of Development. She has a long relationship with the Greenwich United Way as the wife of former ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-united-way-names-seven-new-board-members-0?

Greenwich Resident Accused of Interfering with 9-1-1 Call

A Greenwich man was arrested on charges of disorderly conduct and interfering with a 911 call in following what Greenwich Police described as a physical altercation with a family member.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-resident-accused-interfering-9-1-1-call-0?

Greenwich Arts Council Lecture Is Postponed

The lecture 'Marie-Antoinette - A Habsburg on the French Throne,' that was scheduled for Wednesday evening at the Greenwich Arts Council has been postponed. In an email alert, the Alliance Francaise of Greenwich and The Greenwich Arts Council announced the postponement.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-arts-council-lecture-postponed-0?

a Comeback billionairea Jim Clark buys Bunny Mellon mansion for $37M

... raised their four kids on the 17,000-square-foot, six-bedroom mansion in Conyers Farm, on the New York border with Greenwich, Conn. It comes with its own pool, "sports" barn, horse barn, greenhouse and observatory with a Meade telescope, according ...

http://nypost.com/2015/01/28/comeback-billionaire-jim-clark-buys-bunny-mellon-mansion-for-37m/

Hemisphere Media Group, Inc. (HMTV): Wexford Capital Discloses 5.86% Stake

The 710,641 shares obtained represent a new holding for Wexford, which did not report ownership of Hemisphere shares in its latest 13F filing. The Greenwich, Connecticut-based Wexford Capital was founded in 1994, and manages several funds and private equity portfolios.

http://www.insidermonkey.com/blog/hemisphere-media-group-inc-hmtv-wexford-capital-discloses-5-86-stake-338577/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+InsiderMonkey+%28Insider+Monkey%29

Turning white into green

Mark Manero, of Manero Landscaping, throws ice melt on the sidewalk with his plow parked behind him along Sound Beach Avenue in Old Greenwich, Conn. Monday, Jan. 26, 2015.

http://m.ctpost.com/business/article/Turning-white-into-green-6045459.php

Turning white into green

Mark Manero, of Manero Landscaping, throws ice melt on the sidewalk with his plow parked behind him along Sound Beach Avenue in Old Greenwich, Conn. Monday, Jan. 26, 2015.

http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Turning-white-into-green-6045459.php

Greenwich Home Prices Climb 11% In 2014

Greenwich real estate closed with a flurry of activity in 2014 and helped the market achieve an increase of over 11 percent in the median sale price for single-family homes. Theresa Hatton, executive vice president of the Greenwich Association of Realtors, reported 59 closings in December.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/greenwich-home-prices-climb-11-2014

Greenwich Residents Named to Colby College Dean's List

Several Greenwich residents were named to the dean's list at Colby College in Waterville, Maine, for the fall 2014 semester for their outstanding academic achievement during the fall semester of the 2014-15 year. The dean's list at Colby is highly selective, this fall reserved for students whose semester grade point averages were 3.68 or higher.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwich-residents-named-colby-college-deans-list

Master Trainer Csaba Pecsi Featured on FOX on The World Fitness Elite Show

Csaba Pecsi, a nationally recognized Fitness and Performance Expert, recently appeared as the focus of the TV show, World Fitness Elite. PRLog - Jan. 28, 2015 - GREENWICH, Conn.

http://www.prlog.org/12419057-master-trainer-csaba-pecsi-featured-on-fox-on-the-world-fitness-elite-show.html

Greenwich Seniors Invited To Apply For Scholarships From Association

The Greenwich Scholarship Association is an umbrella organization that awards scholarships from numerous organizations. Completion of this application automatically makes students with demonstrated financial need eligible for all scholarships GSA represents, including PTA and PTAC scholarships.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/greenwich-seniors-invited-apply-scholarships-association

Experts: Blizzard's unexpected course took forecasts off track

... Photo: H John Voorhees III Bonnie Zeh walks her Akita, Bentley, on Mead Avenue during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey Greenwich resident Stephen Walko shovels snow from the sidewalk on ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Experts-Blizzard-s-unexpected-course-took-6043797.php

Rick Smith, owner of the Seven Seas restaurant, clears snow from the...

... snow from in front of his business, Executive Corner Deli & Catering at 229 Mill Street in the Byram section of Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, 2015, during the winter storm that hit the area. Allmashy, an executive chef, said about ...

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/business/article/After-storm-back-to-business-6044503.php

An English Country Home in Connecticut

Richard Lichter purchased this 76-acre estate in Greenwich, Conn., in 2010 for $24 million . Mr. Lichter says he had always wanted 'an architecturally interesting and important home.'

http://www.wsj.com/articles/an-english-country-home-in-connecticut-1421940165?tesla=y

Greenwich 'SummerFare Camp Expo'

The GHS PTA will host its annual SummerFare Camp Expo on Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the GHS Student Center. This event is open to the public and is free of charge.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-summerfare-camp-expo-0?

Some Parts Of Connecticut See More Than Foot Of Snow

... the storm could bring down power lines and knock out electricity, but it was reporting only 1,600 customers in Greenwich without power Tuesday morning. Al Lara, a spokesman for CL&P parent company Northeast Utilities, said the snow has been light ...

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2015/01/27/some-parts-of-connecticut-see-more-than-foot-of-snow/

Fairfield County Digs Out: Travel Ban Lifted, Trains Running

... more power outages in the state as a result of the storm -- one large outage of over 1,600 was briefly reported in Greenwich along with a few others. "This was not the kind of snow that was sticking to wires to help bring them down, and certainly ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/fairfield-county-digs-out-travel-ban-lifted-trains-running

Greenwich Chef Offers Recipe For All Those Storm Provisions

The storm didn't turn out quite as the forecasters predicted. But still: You no doubt have a decent supply of bread, eggs and milk and are looking to make something other than French toast.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/greenwich-chef-offers-recipe-all-those-storm-provisions

Not a blizzard, still a mess

... 2015. Photo: Carol Kaliff When asked about the winter storm, "No big deal," was the response from Jana Bytner of Greenwich as she walked through the snow all decked out in her winter gear in central Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, 2015. ...

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Not-a-blizzard-storm-still-packs-a-punch-6043008.php

Not a blizzard, still a mess

... 2015. Photo: Carol Kaliff When asked about the winter storm, "No big deal," was the response from Jana Bytner of Greenwich as she walked through the snow all decked out in her winter gear in central Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, 2015. ...

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Not-a-blizzard-storm-still-packs-a-punch-6043008.php

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... Duffy Luis Herrera shovels snow from the driveway of his North Water Street home during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey A brown bird puffs-up into a ball to stay warm in the backyard of a ...

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Not-a-blizzard-storm-still-packs-a-punch-6043008.php

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... Duffy Luis Herrera shovels snow from the driveway of his North Water Street home during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Tuesday morning, Jan. 27, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey A brown bird puffs-up into a ball to stay warm in the backyard of a ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Not-a-blizzard-storm-still-packs-a-punch-6043008.php

Greenwich Asks Motorists To Stay Off Roads Until Plowing Is Done

The town of Greenwich is asking residents to continue to stay off the local roads Tuesday morning as snow cleanup work continues. Gov. Dannel Malloy has lifted the travel ban on local roads for Fairfield County, but Greenwich needs more time to clear local roads, said Police Lt.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/greenwich-asks-motorists-stay-roads-until-plowing-done

New manager of clinical services offers HOPE and counseling

... Jersey and Philadelphia. Most recently, Tishman was a clinician for the Adolescent Program at Kids in Crisis in Greenwich, where she worked with the Department of Children and Families, Juvenile Probation, treatment providers, schools and other ...

http://m.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/New-manager-of-clinical-services-offers-HOPE-and-6042481.php

New manager of clinical services offers HOPE and counseling

... Jersey and Philadelphia. Most recently, Tishman was a clinician for the Adolescent Program at Kids in Crisis in Greenwich, where she worked with the Department of Children and Families , Juvenile Probation, treatment providers, schools and other ...

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/New-manager-of-clinical-services-offers-HOPE-and-6042481.php

Bruce Museum Presents Exhibition On New World Maps, Sea Charts

GREENWICH, Conn. The Bruce Museum unveils its latest exhibition, Discovering the "New World": Maps and Sea Charts from the Age of Exploration" opens in the Museum's Lecture Gallery on Saturday, Feb. 7. Featuring more than 30 European-made maps and sea charts inspired by New World exploration, and published between the years 1511 and 1757, the exhibition presents a study in geographic and human progress, as well as a feast for the eyes.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/bruce-museum-presents-exhibition-new-world-maps-sea-charts

Sports Talk At Greenwich Civic Center Centers On Youth Development

The Old Greenwich Riverside Community Center and Mickey Kydes Soccer will host a noted physician for a lecture on optimizing training development. A talk dubbed "The Psychology of Sport Optimizing athletic development: The Role of the Parent Guest Speaker" with Darren Treasure will be held on Thursday, Jan. 29, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center, 90 Harding Road, Old Greenwich.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/sports-talk-greenwich-civic-center-centers-youth-development

School Recess Lego Program Planned In Greenwich

GREENWICH, Conn. The Bendheim Western Civic Center in Greenwich will host a Lego program for children ages 5 to 8 from Monday, Feb. 9, through Thursday, Feb. 12. Kids will have the opportunity to build cars, cities, robots and anything their imagination can fathom while learning about volume, support and aesthetics.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/school-recess-lego-program-planned-greenwich

Greenwich Skaters Help Synchronized Skating Team Win Bronze At Easterns

... the Connecticut Synchronized Skating Classic in Hamden. The SCSS team consists of 40 skaters residing in Stamford, Greenwich, Westport, Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk; and White Plains, N.Y. The club will host tryouts for the 2015-16 SCSS team in ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/stamford-synchronized-skating-team-earns-bronze-easterns

Bruce Museum Unveils Map, Sea Charts Exhibition In February

The Bruce Museum in Greenwich will be unveiling its latest exhibition next month, and it's not hard to find: It's all about maps. " Discovering the 'New World:' Maps and Sea Charts from the Age of Exploration" opens in the museum's Lecture Gallery on Saturday, Feb. 7. Featuring more than 30 European-made maps and sea charts inspired by New World exploration, and published between 1511 and 1757, the exhibition presents a fascinating study in geographic and human progress, as well as a feast for the eyes.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/bruce-museum-unveils-map-sea-charts-exhibition-february

New Study Shows 76 Percent of Homeowners Plan to Buy Smart Home...

... formation on home design and home goods, and Prime Sites, a real estate brokerage and development company based in Greenwich, CT. In her spare time she is an amateur Porsche race car driver.

http://www.pr.com/press-release/602745

A vehicle kicks up a fountain of flood water while traveling.... photo: 7403687 slideshow 847

A vehicle kicks up a fountain of flood water while traveling through Bruce Park in Greenwich, Conn., during a rain and sleet storm that hit Connecticut and a good swath of the East Coast on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-7403687.php

Greenwich Hunkers Down As Blizzard Strikes

The town of Greenwich is hunkering down as a blizzard slams the East Coast on Monday and drops heavy snow throughout Tuesday. First Selectman Peter Tesei said Town Hall will be closed Tuesday, Jan. 27, and that Eastern Middle School and Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center will be on standby as shelters but are not currently open.Both shelters have generators available in the event of power outages from the strong winds.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/greenwich-hunkers-down-blizzard-strikes

Gov. to residents: Go home

... as people try to prepare for what is expected to be a major blizzard. The line at the Route 1 Shell station in Greenwich, Conn. extends into the road as drivers fill their gas tanks in preparation for the impending snowstorm Monday, Jan. 26, 2015. ...

http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/State-braces-for-epic-storm-6040490.php

UPDATED: Greenwich Blizzard 2015 Storm Coverage: What You Need to...

This page on Greenwich Patch will be continually updated to keep you up to date with everything we can find about the Monday-Tuesday storm in connection with Greenwich. If it isn't reported on fully here, you'll find a link here to more information elsewhere.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-blizzard-2015-storm-coverage-what-you-need-know-about-potentially-historic-snowstorm?

Gov. to residents: Go home

... outside the Home Depot in Stratford, Conn. on Monday, January 26, 2015. The line at the Route 1 Shell station in Greenwich, Conn. extends into the road as drivers fill their gas tanks in preparation for the impending snowstorm Monday, Jan. 26, 2015. ...

http://m.westport-news.com/news/article/State-braces-for-epic-storm-6040490.php

Connecticut restaurants buoy December jobs report

Chef Luca Grimaldi plates a dish of Branzino Gratinato, branzino baked with a crust of almonds, pine nuts, parsley and bread crumbs served with roasted potatoes and cherry tomatoes, a popular menu item at Golden View Firenze on Railroad Avenue in Greenwich, Conn. Job gains at restaurants across the state helped fuel the Connecticut economy in December.

http://m.newstimes.com/business/article/Connecticut-restaurants-buoy-December-jobs-report-6040566.php

Connecticut restaurants buoy December jobs report

Chef Luca Grimaldi plates a dish of Branzino Gratinato, branzino baked with a crust of almonds, pine nuts, parsley and bread crumbs served with roasted potatoes and cherry tomatoes, a popular menu item at Golden View Firenze on Railroad Avenue in Greenwich, Conn. Job gains at restaurants across the state helped fuel the Connecticut economy in December.

http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Connecticut-restaurants-buoy-December-jobs-report-6040566.php

Connecticut restaurants buoy December jobs report

Chef Luca Grimaldi plates a dish of Branzino Gratinato, branzino baked with a crust of almonds, pine nuts, parsley and bread crumbs served with roasted potatoes and cherry tomatoes, a popular menu item at Golden View Firenze on Railroad Avenue in Greenwich, Conn. Job gains at restaurants across the state helped fuel the Connecticut economy in December.

http://www.newstimes.com/business/article/Connecticut-restaurants-buoy-December-jobs-report-6040566.php

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... outside the Home Depot in Stratford, Conn. on Monday, January 26, 2015. The line at the Route 1 Shell station in Greenwich, Conn. extends into the road as drivers fill their gas tanks in preparation for the impending snowstorm Monday, Jan. 26, 2015. ...

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/State-braces-for-epic-storm-6040490.php

Life of pelicans takes flight in new film

... followed with a discussion by environmental education specialist and naturalist Ted Gilman, who works at Audubon Greenwich. Avon Theatre, 272 Bedford St., Stamford. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m. $11 nonmembers; $8 students, seniors; $6 Avon members ...

http://m.newstimes.com/news/article/Life-of-pelicans-takes-flight-in-new-film-6040437.php

A small lake is forming in the fields surrounding Bible Street.... photo: 7403716 slideshow 847

A small lake is forming in the fields surrounding Bible Street playground in Greenwich, Conn., during a rain and sleet storm that hit Connecticut and a good swath of the East Coast on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-7403716.php

Ducks float in puddles formed by excessive rain in Bruce Park in.... photo: 7403685 slideshow 847

Ducks float in puddles formed by excessive rain in Bruce Park in Greenwich, Conn., during a rain and sleet storm that hit Connecticut and a good swath of the East Coast on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-7403685.php

Willa Ramos exits her car under an umbrella to make a quick run.... photo: 7403684 slideshow 847

Willa Ramos exits her car under an umbrella to make a quick run into St. Mary Church in Greenwich, Conn., during a rain and sleet storm that hit Connecticut and a good swath of the East Coast on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-7403684.php

Scenes from around Greenwich, Conn., during a rain and sleet storm.... photo: 7403717 slideshow 847

Scenes from around Greenwich, Conn., during a rain and sleet storm that hit Connecticut and a good swath of the East Coast on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/slideshow/The-week-in-photos-847/photo-7403717.php

Life of pelicans takes flight in new film

... followed with a discussion by environmental education specialist and naturalist Ted Gilman , who works at Audubon Greenwich. Avon Theatre, 272 Bedford St., Stamford. Wednesday, Feb. 4, 7:30 p.m. $11 nonmembers; $8 students, seniors; $6 Avon members ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Life-of-pelicans-takes-flight-in-new-film-6040437.php

Greenwich Warns Residents Of Epic Storm With Flooding, Parking Bans

Greenwich First Selectman Peter Tesei sent out a telephone notification to residents about the pending "epic" winter weather event arriving in our area later Monday. "An epic winter blizzard is forecast to impact Greenwich beginning midday on Monday and continue through late Tuesday evening," he said.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/greenwich-warns-residents-epic-storm-flooding-parking-bans

Low Oil Price to Offset a Decline in Fed's Loan Survey: EcoPulse

... than willingness to lend," according to Andrew Wilkinson , chief market analyst at Interactive Brokers LLC in Greenwich, Connecticut . While labor-market trends have been "unambiguously positive" recently -- with monthly hiring averaging 246,000 in ...

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2015-01-26/low-oil-price-to-offset-a-decline-in-fed-s-loan-survey-ecopulse.html

2015 Blizzard: The Very Latest Information on What You Need to Know

... A blizzard warning remains in effect for the entire state. According to the National Weather Service, this morning Greenwich could see some snowflakes after 9 a.m, but for the rest of the state most of the snow isn't expected to get going until 2 or ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/milford/2015-blizzard-very-latest-information-what-you-need-know-0?

Here's How You Can Report Greenwich Power Outages

... m CL&P, follow us on Twitter @CTLightandPower and like us on Facebook at facebook.com/ctlightandpower. Sign up for Greenwich Patch news alerts to stay on top of the latest weather news and more by clicking here .

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/heres-how-you-can-report-greenwich-power-outages-0?

Greenwich Audubon Center Welcomes Birds Of Prey To Family-Friendly Event

The Audubon Center of Greenwich hosted a "Family Breakfast and Wildlife Show" on Sunday, Jan. 25, with Michelle Hips of the New Canaan Nature Center showing off a few of her wild friends. "Seeing animals in person is a special experience for a young child," said Jeff Cordulack, the center's events and communications manager.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/greenwich-audubon-center-welcomes-birds-prey-family-friendly-event

Greenwich Schools On Early Release For Monday

Students at schools in Greenwich will be on a three-hour early release Monday, Jan. 26, due to an approaching blizzard. Based on consultation with Town Officials, the Emergency Management Operations Center, and the Greenwich Police Department, Superintendent of Schools William McKersie will announce the opening status of schools for Tuesday, Jan. 27, on Monday evening.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/greenwich-schools-early-release-monday

When In Greenwich, This is How to Deal With A Storm

As winter's first major snow storm - actually a blizzard - barrels towards Greenwich, here are some reminders of what residents need to do regarding snow removal and on- and off-street parking. Plow Routes: The Town of Greenwich maintains 265.3 miles of public accepted roadways, 33 municipal and commuter parking lots and 14 Board of Education School facilities.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/when-greenwich-how-deal-storm-0?

Weekend in Photos: Jan. 23-25, 2015

... while listening to a live band perform during the Celebrity Baby Trends' family fun day at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, Conn., on Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015. The event featured games, entertainment and vendors catering to young families and expectant ...

http://m.ctpost.com/news/slideshow/Weekend-in-Photos-Jan-23-25-2015-101738.php

Red Cross Offers Blizzard Preparation Safety Tips

The National Weather Service is predicting a blizzard for the Greenwich area that's expected to pummel our area Monday through Tuesday night. The American Red Cross recommends being prepared ahead to time in order to stay safe in a blizzard.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/red-cross-offers-blizzard-preparation-safety-tips-0?

Greenwich Schools Announce Class Dismissal Plans

As a blizzard bears down on Greenwich, Greenwich public and private school officials announced Sunday night that classes will be dismissed early on Monday. "Based on consultation with Town Officials, the Emergency Management Operations Center , and the Greenwich Police Department, Dr. McKersie will announce the opening status of schools for Tuesday, January 27th on Monday evening," the district announced late Sunday.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-schools-announce-class-dismissal-plans-0?

Stamford archives: Week of Jan. 25

... File Photo/Tom Ryan Nestle Waters North America said it would move its headquarters from 777 W. Putnam Ave. in Greenwich, where it had operated since 1979, to a commercial building owned by Oracle USA at 900 Long Ridge Road in Stamford. "Not only ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Stamford-archives-Week-of-Jan-25-6039364.php

'Crippling and Potentially Historic Blizzard' Takes Aim at Greenwich

The National Weather Service has scrapped its blizzard watch and has now issued a blizzard warning that will go into effect for Greenwich from 1 p.m. Monday to midnight Tuesday night. The NWS is calling the approaching storm a "crippling and potentially historic blizzard," and is advising against traveling from Monday afternoon through Tuesday.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/crippling-and-potentially-historic-blizzard-takes-aim-greenwich-0?

Photos: Weekend snowstorm

... time seeing snow. James Cimadore and his daughter, Francesca, 2, take a sled-run down the hill at the Western Greenwich Civic Center during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Saturday morning, Jan 24, 2015. James Cimadore and his daughter, ...

http://m.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/slideshow/Winter-Storm-in-Fairfield-County-Saturday-Jan-101732.php

Photos: Weekend snowstorm

... time seeing snow. James Cimadore and his daughter, Francesca, 2, take a sled-run down the hill at the Western Greenwich Civic Center during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Saturday morning, Jan 24, 2015. James Cimadore and his daughter, ...

http://m.newstimes.com/news/slideshow/Winter-Storm-in-Fairfield-County-Saturday-Jan-101732.php

Photos: Weekend snowstorm

... time seeing snow. James Cimadore and his daughter, Francesca, 2, take a sled-run down the hill at the Western Greenwich Civic Center during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Saturday morning, Jan 24, 2015. James Cimadore and his daughter, ...

http://m.dariennewsonline.com/news/slideshow/Winter-Storm-in-Fairfield-County-Saturday-Jan-101732.php

Winter Storm in Fairfield County: Saturday Jan. 24, 2015

... time seeing snow. James Cimadore and his daughter, Francesca, 2, take a sled-run down the hill at the Western Greenwich Civic Center during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Saturday morning, Jan 24, 2015. James Cimadore and his daughter, ...

http://m.ctpost.com/news/slideshow/Winter-Storm-in-Fairfield-County-Saturday-Jan-101732.php

An English Country Home in Connecticut

Richard Lichter purchased this 76-acre estate in Greenwich, Conn., in 2010 for $24 million . Mr. Lichter says he had always wanted 'an architecturally interesting and important home.'

http://www.wsj.com/articles/an-english-country-home-in-connecticut-1421940165?tesla=y

Photos: Weekend snowstorm

... 22, walks in the snow to his car early Saturday morning in Danbury, Conn. He is headed to his job at a salon in Greenwich, Conn., January 24, 2015. One area resident celebrated the arrival of snow with an Old Man Winter flag outside his home on ...

http://m.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/slideshow/Winter-storm-Saturday-Jan-24-2015-101708.php

Power back on for many, AAA calls below average

... yesterday came several power outages around the state. Snow was falling heaviest early on areas like Branford and Greenwich had over a thousand power outages combined around 7 a.m. AAA is saying that most people stayed off the roads. They responded ...

http://wtnh.com/2015/01/25/power-back-on-for-many-aaa-calls-below-average/

Two-Day Blizzard Forecast for Greenwich

This time it appears you really do want to go out and buy the bread, milk and eggs, as a Blizzard Watch is in effect for Greenwich from Monday afternoon through Tuesday evening. After a pedestrian winter up until yesterday, which saw a decent snowfall across the state of 4-8 inches, Mother Nature seems to be making up for lost time.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/weather-alert-two-day-blizzard-forecast-greenwich-0?

Major Nor'easter Heads Toward Greenwich, Blizzard Watch Issued

Just days after a quick-moving storm produced 6-8 inches of snow accumulation, Fairfield County residents are likely to see an even more significant storm early this workweek. The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Watch as what it describes as a major Nor'easter is predicted to impact Fairfield and the tristate area.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/major-noreaster-heads-toward-fairfield-blizzard-watch-issued

MORRIS, George F.

News Death Notice MORRIS, George F. Age 78, after a short illness peacefully crossed the Great Divide at Vero Beach, Florida on January 19, 2015. Born June 3, 1936 in Columbus, Ohio, George lived in Greenwich, Connecticut for 30 years and was employed by the Bowater Paper Company of Greenwich as a newsprint and coated paper salesman assigned to several states.

http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/dayton/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=173958104

Trending: Where the lawyers live

Attorney David Lehn, a partner in the firm, Withers Bergman, at his firm's office in Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Jan. 23, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey Attorney David Lehn, a partner in the firm, Withers Bergman, at his firm's office in Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Jan. 23, 2015.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/business/article/Trending-Where-the-lawyers-live-6036159.php

Trending: Where the lawyers live

Attorney David Lehn, a partner in the firm, Withers Bergman, at his firm's office in Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Jan. 23, 2015. Attorney David Lehn, a partner in the firm, Withers Bergman, at his firm's office in Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Jan. 23, 2015.

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Trending-Where-the-lawyers-live-6036570.php

Some grow weary of fitness trackers

Old Greenwich resident Sarah Bamford shows the step count on her FitBit digital fitness tracker after running on the treadmill at CLAY Health Club and Spa in Port Chester, N.Y. Thursday, Jan. 22, 2015. Bamford got a FitBit for Christmas, used it for a short time and lost interest and motivation to use it since then.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Some-grow-weary-of-fitness-trackers-6038542.php

Torn by war: Greenwich in the American Revolution

The nine-by-twenty-two foot oil on canvass depression-era work of artist James Henry Daugherty titled "The Life and Times of General Israel Putnam of Connecticut," hangs on the wall in Greenwich Library, Conn., Firday, Jan. 23, 2015. The mural depicts the heroic exploits of General Putnam, including his escape from the British down "Put's Hill" during the American Revolutionary War as well as Putnam leading his troops during the Battle of Bunker Hill that is seen here in the center panel.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Torn-by-war-Greenwich-in-the-American-Revolution-6038379.php

Donald Trump's former Conn. home on the market

The home that was once owned by Donald Trump at 21 Vista Drive in Greenwich, Conn., Thursday, Jan. 15, 2015, is now on the market with an asking price of $54 million. The waterfront mansion sits on roughly 6 acres of land near the tip of Indian Harbor Point.

http://www.seattlepi.com/real-estate/article/Trump-s-former-Greenwich-home-on-the-market-for-6024041.php

Albonizio on his departure: 'It was a well-orchestrated sabotage'

Greenwich High school head football coach Rich Albonizio during the game between Greenwich High School and Fairfield Warde High School at Greenwich, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013. Greenwich defeated Warde, 42-7.

http://www.ctpost.com/sports/article/Albonizio-on-his-departure-It-was-a-6038166.php

Albonizio on his departure: 'It was a well-orchestrated sabotage'

Greenwich High school head football coach Rich Albonizio during the game between Greenwich High School and Fairfield Warde High School at Greenwich, Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013. Greenwich defeated Warde, 42-7.

http://m.newstimes.com/sports/article/Albonizio-on-his-departure-It-was-a-6038166.php

Greenwich WOW House -- The Former Trump Estate

It's been decades and two wives later since Donald Trump essentially said 'You're fired' and divorced Ivana Trump. As part of the divorce settlement Ivana received the couple's 47-room weekend home situated on nearly six acres in the private waterfront Greenwich enclave of Indian Harbor.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-wow-house-former-trump-estate-0?

Half a foot of heavy snow dumped on Danbury

... Glenville resident, Ted Demmon and his son, Wyatt, 4, react as they take a sled-run down the hill at the Western Greenwich Civic Center during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Saturday morning, Jan 24, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey At left, one ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Half-a-foot-of-heavy-snow-dumped-on-Danbury-6037751.php

Half a foot of heavy snow dumped on Danbury

... Glenville resident, Ted Demmon and his son, Wyatt, 4, react as they take a sled-run down the hill at the Western Greenwich Civic Center during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Saturday morning, Jan 24, 2015. At left, one of the many plow ...

http://m.newstimes.com/local/article/Half-a-foot-of-heavy-snow-dumped-on-Danbury-6037751.php

Black Ice, More Snow in Greenwich's Forecast

... Tuesday event is quickly escalating into a major winter storm. The could be a BIG one - stay tuned!!!" Sign up for Greenwich Patch news alerts to stay on top of the latest weather news and more by clicking here .

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/weather-alert-black-ice-more-snow-greenwichs-forecast-0?

Lots of snow, but few problems

... Glenville resident, Ted Demmon and his son, Wyatt, 4, react as they take a sled-run down the hill at the Western Greenwich Civic Center during the winter storm that hit Greenwich, Conn., Saturday morning, Jan 24, 2015. Photo: Bob Luckey At left, one ...

http://www.newstimes.com/local/article/Lots-of-heavy-snow-but-few-problems-6037573.php