04/30/08 - The Raw Greenwich News And Business Feed For Wednesday

THE RAW FEED

1. Group submits Woodfield Inn bid, wait on upset bid deadline

   HendersonvilleNews.com

   ... business in a foreclosure sale on the courthouse steps Tuesday. In a separate foreclosure sale, the group out of Greenwich, Conn., also bid $600,000 for the house that is next door to the inn. SPCP Group was the only bidder on the property at ...

   Tags: Henderson County, NC, Home, Mortgage, Personal Finance, Forclosures

2. Westchester briefing

   Journal News

   King Street was closed for more than two hours near the Westchester County Airport yesterday when a tree fell on a section of the street in Greenwich, Conn., striking an occupied car and backing up traffic into ...

3. Genesee & Wyoming to acquire CAGY Industries

   Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen

   GREENWICH, Conn. - Genesee & Wyoming Inc. announced today that it has signed an agreement to acquire CAGY Industries, Inc.

   Tags: Real Estate, West Point, MS, Transportation, Railroads R

4. Merck shares decline after drug's rejection

   Asbury Park Press

   ... failure "comes as a surprise, given the publicly disclosed data," said Barbara Ryan, a Deutsche Bank analyst in Greenwich, Conn., in a note to clients Tuesday. "Without more information, it is difficult to gauge what the FDA took issue with, or what ...

   Tags: Medicine, Health, Cholesterol, Biotech, Merck, Healthcare Industry

5. Public relations, press release distribution, investor relations, SEC filing

   Business Wire

   ... GREENWICH, Conn.--United Rentals, Inc. (NYSE: URI) today announced first quarter 2008 continuing operations diluted ...

   Tags: Industrial Machines, United Rentals, Leasing

6. Twitter and the Zeitgeist

   Rebuilding Media

   ... Communications, and meanwhile is managing partner of the media consulting firm of Digital Deliverance LLC in Greenwich, Connecticut. Two forces have shattered the news media. Technology is the first. Although media technology is undergoing its ...

   Tags: Publishing, Media, Journalism, Blog News
   

Greenwich Time RSS Feed

Family hung up on identity of ornament's owner It was a glint of silver that caught Jim Chadwick's eye recently, setting up a mystery for an Old Greenwich family. Full Story Cost rises for alternatives to pesticides It's going to cost a lot more green to keep the town's athletic fields green, park officials told members of the Board of Selectmen yesterday. Full Story Many still cool to Ave. traffic lights For long-time resident Mary Ferry, the safety benefits of traffic lights on Greenwich Avenue is not so clear cut. Full Story No objection to GHS mock trial performance The fate of a fictional man charged in the brutal stabbing of a rival lawyer was in the hands of Greenwich High School students yesterday. Full Story

What's Going On In Greenwich

Greenwich Post's Postings Column

TODAY IN GREENWICH:

EPIC meeting
Every Person Influences Children holds a discussion on character, conscience and values, 6 to 8, Wednesday, April 30, Boys and Girls Club; childcare and light supper provided; meeting offered in English and Spanish; 413-8190; Maryann_Murray@greenwich.k12.ct.us.

Pemberwick/Glenville association
A community meeting to decide the formation of a new association with the Pemberwick and Glenville neighborhoods, 7 to 9, Wednesday, April 30, Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center; 531-4037; Vad5573@aol.com; Pemberwickcommunity.org.

Managing stress
The Greenwich chapter of Hadassah sponsors a talk by Ruthanne Jaffe Birnbaum, licensed clinical social worker, on ways to manage stress, 7:30, Wednesday, April 30, Greenwich Library; free; reservations required; 629-1669; Nrfboston@yahoo.com.

Thursday, May 1

CT Press Club Awards
The Connecticut Press Club honors Mark Twain recipient Faith Middleton and contest winners, 6, Thursday, May 1, Hyatt Regency; reservations required; $50 per person, $65 walk-ins; 860-354-6488; Pfdasc@aol.com.

Celebrate girls with laughter
Comedian Karen Bergreen hosts the Girls Incorporated Celebrate Girls Awards Dinner, 6, Thursday, May 1, Crowne Plaza in Southbury; 756-4639.

‘Seducing the Boys Club’
Nina DiSesa, chairman of McCann Erickson New York, discusses her book Seducing The Boys Club: Uncensored Tactics from a Woman at the Top, 6:30, Thursday, May 1, YWCA; free; registration required; 869-6501, ext. 0; Ywcagreenwich.org.

Friday, May 2

Think Spring
The Connecticut Pioneer Branch of The National League of American Pen Women holds an opening reception for its exhibition titled “Thoughts of Spring,” 6 to 8, Friday, May 2, YWCA; exhibit opens April 26 and runs through May 31; 869-6501.

Saturday, May 3

Infant/child CPR
Greenwich health at Greenwich Hospital offers infant/child CRP training, 9 to 11:30 a.m., Saturday, May 3, 6 to 8:30 p.m., Thursdays, May 8, 15 and 29, Healthy Living Center; $65; registration required; 863-4277; Greenhosp.org.

Living healthy and wealthy
Greenwich Hospital’s Women’s Resource Center and the YWCA co-sponsor a presentation about living with less stress, more fulfillment, principles of smart investing and financial security, 9 to 11 a.m., Saturday, May 3, Noble Conference Center at Greenwich Hospital; registration required; $20; 263-3627.

Gardener’s Market
The Garden Education Center of Greenwich holds it’s 47th Annual May Gardener’s Market, 9 to 1, Saturday, May 3, Garden Education Center; free; 869-9242; Gecgreenwich.org.

Use your resources
Toni McKeen, genealogy lecturer, presents a workshop titled “Having The City Directories Work For You,” 10:30 a.m., Saturday, May 3, Cos Cob Library community room; free; 622-6883.

What a girl wants
Annabel Monaghan and Elisabeth Wolfe, authors of Click! The Girl’s Guide to Knowing What You Want and Making it Happen, hold a book signing and talk, 2, Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4, Greenwich Library; Clickthegirlsguide.com.

Tall Ships Ball
SoundWaters is hosting its 13th Annual Tall Ships Ball. Proceeds benefit SoundWaters, 5 to 11, Saturday, May 3, Riverside Yacht Club; registration required; $250 per person; 406-3314; Soundwaters.org.

Sunday, May 4

Mother-Daughter Tea
The Breast Center at Greenwich Hospital hosts its annual Mother-Daughter High Tea for breast cancer survivors, 2 to 4, Sunday, May 4, Innis Arden Golf Club; reervations required; free; 863-4277; Greenhosp.org.

A view of the Mediterranean
The Garden Education Center holds an opening reception for an exhibit of Greenwich artist Agop Chalekian’s painting depicting scenese of the Mediterranean, 2 to 4, Sunday, May 4, Garden Education Center; exhibit opens May 2 and runs through May 23; 869-9242.

Crab walk
Rosemary Louden walks along the beach and gives a lesson on horseshoe crabs 6 p.m. Sundays, May 4 and 18 and June 1, Greenwich Point Chimes building; rain or shine.

Monday, May 5

Cancer coping
Greenwich Health offers a family support group for those affected by cancer, 6:30 to 7:30, Monday, May 5, Bendheim Cancer Center at Greenwich Hospital; free; 863-3704.

Prostate education
The Prostate Cancer Education Forum meets, 6:30 to 8, Monday, May 5, Noble Conference Center at Greenwich Hospital; free; registration required; 863-4277; Greenhosp.org.

Tuesday, May 6

Tempest talk
Weather expert Art horn presents “Hurricane: The Ultimate Storm,” 11, Tuesday, May 6, Greenwich Library Meeting Room; free; 622-7948.

Parkinson’s Support
The Parkinson’s support group meets, 1:30 to 3, Tuesdays, May 6, 13, 20 and 27, Old Greenwich-Riverside Community Center; free; 863-3792.

Detecting Autism
Kasia Chawarka, director of the Disabilities clinic for Infants and Toddlers at the Yale Child Study Center, presents “Surviving Autism: Research in Early Identification and Treatment,” 7 to 8, Tuesday, May 6, Noble Conference Center at Greenwich Hospital; registration required; 863-3627; Greenhosp.org.

Wednesday, May 7

Nonprofit grant writing
Marilyn Hoyt, president and CEO of the new York Hall of Science, presents a training session on grant writing for staff and volunteers of local nonprofit organizations, 9 to 4, Wednesday, May 7, Greenwich Library meeting room; sign in at 8:30; registration required; $45; 869-2221.

Kindergarten countdown
Greenwich Hospital holds a panel discussion on kindergarten readiness, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 7, Noble Conference Center at Greenwich Hospital; free; registration required; 863-3863; Angreag@greenhosp.org.

Melody men
The Retired Men’s Association’s singing group performs, 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, May 7, YMCA; 637-2393; Decsepel2@aol.com.

Free anxiety screenings
Greenwich Hospital observes National Anxiety Screening Day by offering free anxiety screenings, noon to 2 and 5 to 6, Wednesday, May 7, Behavioral Health Center; appointment required; 863-3316.

‘SCRABBLE Challenge’
The Literacy Volunteers of Stamford/Greenwich Inc. holds it’s annual Scrabble competition to benefit LVSG, 6 to 9:30, Wednesday, May 7, Boys and Girls Club; 324-5214.

Thursday, May 8

Breaking the glass ceiling
The National League of American pen Women sponsors a talk by a panel of leading women in the arts, 10:30 a.m., Thursday, May 8, Garden Education Center; free; reservations required; 869-6347; 869-8313.

‘Old Bags Luncheon’
The YWCA holds an Old Bags Luncheon Garden Party to benefit its Domestic Abuse Services, 11, Thursday, May 8, Belle Haven Club; reservations required; ticket prices begin at $300 for individuals; 869-6501, ext. 103.

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04/17/08 - The Greenwich Roundup For Thursday

Featured Greenwich News Reports

US dollar falls to record against euro
Sydney Morning Herald - Sydney,New South Wales,Australia

... Fed policies,'' said Alan Ruskin, head of international currency strategy in North America at RBS Greenwich Capital Markets in Greenwich, Connecticut. ...

Key downtown building sold
The Stamford Times - Norwalk,CT

Because the building housed the printing and production operations for the Advocate and Greenwich Time, it was assessed as a half commercial and half ...

Opposition to a big, big mansion in Greenwich
Waterbury Republican American - Waterbury,CT
GREENWICH, Conn. - Opposition is building against a proposed mansion that could be among the biggest homes in a wealthy town known for opulent estates. ...

Fairfield Greenwich Nabs Former Graystone Chief
FINalternatives - New York,NY

Fairfield Greenwich Group has added a senior professional to its team at the hedge fund specialist's New York office. David Horn joins the firm as partner ...

Breathe, stretch, move with At Home in Greenwich
Greenwich Post - Greenwich,CT

At Home in Greenwich is sponsoring "Building Exercise into Your Daily Routines," a presentation by Stephanie R. Paulmeno, director of community planning, ...

Women's Club of Greenwich holds Appraisal Mania
Greenwich Post - Greenwich,CT

The Woman's Club of Greenwich will hold its Annual Appraisal Mania on Saturday, April 26, at the club house at 89 Maple Ave. from 10 to 4. ...

Top-ranked Greenwich continues to roll
Greenwich Time - Greenwich,CT

By David Fierro

Greenwich High School boys lacrosse coach Paul Burke has been around sports long enough to know that a subpar performance often follows a ...

The Raw Greenwich News And Business Feed

1. U.K. bankers group to speed review of Libor

   International Herald Tribune

   ... fixings as banks exercise more care when giving quotes, said Ian Lyngen, an interest-rate strategist at RBS Greenwich Capital in Greenwich, Connecticut. The implied yield on the contract expiring in June climbed 12 basis points to 2.68 percent. "The ...
   

2. Draft Gems: Does Notre Dame's Sullivan have Irish luck?

   USA Today

   ... back Orlando Scandrick: Player: JOHN SULLIVAN, center Ht . 6-3, Wt . 305 College : Notre Dame Hometown : Old Greenwich, Conn. Key statistic : Started 43 of 47 games for the Fighting Irish. College highlights : Anchored a line that blocked for ...
   

3. Pfizer Earnings Fall, Miss Estimates on Competition for Lipitor, Norvasc

   Bloomberg

   ... from foreign exchange. That compared with an estimate of $3.4 billion by Barbara Ryan , a Deutsche Bank analyst in Greenwich, Connecticut. Doctors have been switching patients from Lipitor, the world's best-selling drug, to generic copies of a rival ...
   

4. Boosting students' global awareness

   Petaluma360

   ... and compassion. She is most proud of starting REACH Prep, an intensive, 15-month academic enrichment program in Greenwich, Conn., that prepares African-American and Latino middle school students from lower- and middle-income families for success in ...

5. EBay Profit Increases More Than Estimated on Selling Fees, PayPal Revenue

   Bloomberg

   ... changes,'' Tim Boyd , an analyst with American Technology Research, said in a Bloomberg Television interview from Greenwich, Connecticut. He recommends buying the shares. E Bay projected second-quarter earnings of 39 to 41 cents a share, excluding ...
   

6. Wiffle Ball Company Makes Ties Bearing Original-Packaging Art

   Hartford Courant

   ... a closer look they would say, 'Hey, I know what that is.'' Wiffle Ball ties are produced by Alynn Neckwear of Greenwich, although the ties are actually made overseas. To order a Wiffle Ball tie or obtain additional information, contact the ...
   

7. Gramercy Advisors Hires New Portfolio Manager

   PR Newswire

   Gilberto Chavez-Velazquez has joined Gramercy Advisors LLC as a Managing Director and Portfolio Manager in their Greenwich, CT offices.

8. Proposed Greenwich 'SuperMansion' Causes Uproar

   WCBS

   Theatre, Billiards Room, Gym, Turkish & Finnish Baths, Wine Cellar & Dog Grooming Room Just In Basement! Reporting Tony Aiello GREENWICH, Conn.

9. Opposition to a big, big mansion in Greenwich

   Hartford Courant

   ... in a wealthy town known for opulent estates. 'It's far out beyond anything that exists on any property in Greenwich,' said Louisa Stone, a former Planning and Zoning Commission chairman who recently asked land-use officials to deny the project. ...

10. Bull market for Bear Stearns traders

    CNN Money

    ... to comment, is also said to be close to finalizing hiring details for several former Bear salesman. Meanwhile RBS Greenwich is said to be in the final stages of hiring several traders from Bear's former so-called private-label mortgage group, which ...

The Greenwich Time RSS News Feed

Senior Center officials mull Havemeyer option Senior Center officials are questioning whether a proposal to move them into the Havemeyer Building on Greenwich Avenue would be the right fit for the proposed multipurpose and expanded center. Full Story Beach-fee battle hits court BRIDGEPORT -- With beach season approaching, a federal judge yesterday questioned lawyers for Greenwich and a Stamford bicyclist about whether the town's beach-access fees for nonresidents unlawfully restrict free-speech rights. Full Story Comedians rally to save book store Faced with the possible closing of a popular Old Greenwich hang out, a local comedian is rallying the community to save it. Full Story Pesticide ban has parks dept. eyeing options The Department of Parks and Recreation is scrambling to come up with a plan to properly treat the town's athletic fields following a ban on pesticides instituted last week. Full Story Teen driving bill up for vote During a Greenwich High School assembly held last Friday to discuss a state bill to tighten teen driving laws, some students started heckling, clearly unhappy about the proposal, observers said. Full Story

Geenwich Time Sports RSS Feed

Roundup: Brunswick baseball With Chris Kono consistently throwing strikes and the lineup pounding out hits each inning, everything was in working order for the Brunswick School baseball team yesterday. Full Story GA lacrosse improves to 5-0 Anything its opponents are doing this season, the Greenwich Academy lacrosse team can do better. The Gators were double-teamed early and often by Berkshire School, which seemed to rattle GA for a moment. Full Story

Letters To Greenwich Time Editor

Dog-bite penalty not sufficient to get owners' attention To the editor: I would like to ask elected officials and Greenwich residents whether they think it is fair for the fine to be a mere $95 for a resident whose dog attacks and bites an innocent pedestrian walking on a public street. Reuse of modular buildings would be the wrong move To the editor: I would like to comment about a meeting I recently attended regarding the mold issue with the modular buildings at Western Middle School. Controlling immigration is a basic requirement To the editor: The recent op-ed article in your newspaper alleging American "insecurity" over immigration is in fact a disguised call for open borders

NEWS LINKS FROM THE GREENWICH POST

Fed no-show at Greenwich meeting fuels fight against FAA

The Federal Aviation Administration’s lack of presence at Monday night’s community forum at Town Hall fueled an already blazing fire under lawmakers representing the region, who vowed to stand together and continue their fight against the agency’s proposed airspace redesign, which shifts airplane traffic over Fairfield County.

Cuts may trim pay for Greenwich teachers’ aides

Educational assistants in Greenwich have declared an impasse in their contract negotiations with the Board of Education, which could affect the level of attention students in the town’s public schools receive.

Protesters greet McCain during Greenwich visit

United States Sen. John McCain of Arizona is looking ahead to what is expected to be an expensive race for the Presidency.

With that in mind, Mr. McCain took a break from the campaign trail last Wednesday to visit Belle Haven for a private fund-raiser. Tickets cost $2,300 a person, and interaction with Mr. McCain at the reception, which was held at the Belle Haven Club, cost an extra $1,000. While some happily paid for the opportunity to rub elbows with the Republican nominee, the greeting he got outside wasn’t all friendly.

Selectmen approve pesticide ban for town fields

Despite urging from the Parks and Recreation Department that it implement a slower-paced approach, the Board of Selectmen unanimously voted to ban the use of all pesticides on town-owned playing fields.

WHAT'S DOING IN GREENWICH

The Greenwich Post Postings

Thursday, April 17

Post-impressionist exhibit An opening reception of American Post-impressionist painter Stokely Webster’s painting, 7 to 10, Thursday, April 17, Audubon Greenwich; free; 869-5272, ext. 226.

Friday, April 18

‘Men on Fire’ Christ Church offers an early breakfast men’s preaching program, 6:45 to 8:15, Friday, April 18, Christ Church; free; $10 suggested contribution; 869-6600, ext. 17.

Getting the boss’ attention James Lukaszewski discusses his new book Why Should the Boss Listen to You?, 5:30, Friday, April 18, Hyatt Regency; free; reservations required; 860-354-6488.

Art for the soul The topic of the next widows and widowers meeting is “Art and the Spirit,” 7 p.m., Friday, April 18, Second Congregational Church; 869-9311, ext. 120; Gloria@2cc.org.

Autism awareness Cos Cob residents Karl and Rose Arezzini perform in a musical titled The Peace Table to benefit programs for Autism Spectrum Disorder, 8, Friday, April 18 and 3 and 8, Saturday, April 19, St. John’s Lutheran Church in Stamford; reservations required; $15 per ticket; 637-3570, ext. 4.

Saturday, April 19

Wildflower walk Walk through Audubon Greenwich to find early spring wildflowers, 2 to 3:30, Saturday, April 19, Audubon Greenwich; reservations required; 869-5272.

Sunday, April 20

Ethics in medicine Dr. Robert Michler, cardiothoracic surgeon and Riverside resident, discusses “Trends in Medicine and Difficult Decisions,” 9:15, Sunday, April 20, Second Congregational Church; free; light breakfast served.

Tuesday, April 22

Before & After Six Greenwich Chamber of Commerce holds its April Before & After Six event, 5:30 to 7, Tuesday, April 22, New Country Porsche; $15 members, $25 non-members; add $10 if registering after April 18; 869-3500; Greenwichchamber.com.

Everyday exercise Stephanie Paulmeno, director of community planning at the Greenwich Department of Health, holds a talk titled “Building Exercise Into Your Daily Routines,” 2, Tuesday, April 22, First Congregational Church; free.

Book group luncheon Greenwich Water Club Book Group discusses Yasmin Cowther’s book The Saffron Kitchen at its next luncheon, noon, Tuesday, April 22, Greenwich Water Club; reservations required; $40 for lunch, book and lunch gratuity; 661-4033.

Wednesday, April 23

Retired Men’s Association Joe Tranfo Jr., of the Benedict Place Project, speaks at the next Retired Men’s Association meeting, 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 23, YMCA; 637-2393; Decsepel2@aol.com.

‘Pick Your Protein’ Riverside nutritionist Phyllis Schondorf offers a walking tour of selected grocery store aisles, 10:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, April 23, ShopRite at Commerce Park Stamford; registration required; 978-0464.

Bariatric Support Group The Bariatric Support Group for those who have undergone or are considering bariatric surgery meets, 6:30 to 8, Wednesday, April 23, Healthy Living Center; free; 863-4302.

‘Save the Jenny’ A benefit show to raise funds for Arcadia Coffee House featuring comedians Jane Condon, Richie Byrne and Brad Zimmerman, 7:30, Wednesday, April 23, Arcadia Coffee House; reservations required; suggested minimum donation $100; 637-0707.

Thursday, April 24

‘Food and Flowers’ Patricia Blake McNamee of Patricia Blake Catering and Peter Couture of Blossoms Plus present “Paris in the Springtime” a hands-on program on Parisian fresh flower and food markets, 11 to 1, Thursday, April 24, Garden Education Center of Greenwich; registration required; 869-9242; Gecgreenwich.org.

Jazz Quartet performs The Scott Castle Jazz Quartet performs at the Byram Shubert Library’s family music series, 7, Thursday, April 24, St. Paul Lutheran Church; free; light refreshments served; 531-4026.

Power of Play David Elkin, psychologist, discusses his book The Power of Play: Raising Healthy Children in a Stressful World, 7, Thursday, April 24, Christ Church Nursery School; $20.

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