12/03/09 The Raw Greenwich News Feed: Afternoon Edition

Greenwich High reaches new record on AP exam performance Greenwich Time By Colin Gustafson Greenwich High School made its strongest showing ever on Advanced Placement exams this year, producing the highest number of students in ...

Residents struggle in aftermath of Old Greenwich condo fire Greenwich Time Twenty families were processed by Greenwich Red Cross officials at the nearby Greenwich Civic Center on Harding Road, and about 30 residents were put up at ...

Police offer $15000 reward in Old Greenwich gas station armed robbery Greenwich Time 21 armed robbery and shooting at the Mobil on the Run gas station in Old Greenwich. The suspect has been at large since the incident, in which a 37-year-old ...

Tom Foley To Run For Governor WFSB GREENWICH, Conn. -- A former ambassador to Ireland and Greenwich resident has announced his plans to run for governor. Tom Foley was running in the Senate ...

Decorations can be a fire hazard Weston Forum That is why Rick Isaacson, executive vice president of Servpro Industries, Inc. of Greenwich and Stamford, is offering helpful tips to local residents. ...

Bridgeport Banner: Staples bests Greenwich in Thanksgiving Day ... By Thomas Henry By ROB SULLIVAN Bullwinkle once said to Rocket J. Squirrel, "Wanna see me pull a rabbit out of my hat?" Bullwinkle has nothing on Staples football coach Marce Petroccio, whose Wrecker squad has pulled off back-to-back stunning last ... Bridgeport Banner - http://bridgeportbanner.typepad.com/bridgeport/

Wetlands agency asking RTM to extend ordinance – Greenwich Time ... By Christopher Zurcher The town's Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Agency recently issued its first $1000 fine to a landscape company under an ordinance approved by the Representative Town ... CT Environmental Headlines - http://environmentalheadlines.com/ct/

Maserati-driving muni employee? - Greenwich Real Time - Greenwich Time By Neil Vigdor December 3, 2009 at 1:37 pm by Neil Vigdor. A Maserati sighting is normally no big shakes in Greenwich. But when the Maserati is driven by a town employee, as this one appears to be, that's another story. ... Greenwich Real Time - http://blog.greenwichtime.com/realtime/

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03/21/08 - To donate blood and platelets through the American Red Cross, people must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds.

Greenwich News Report:

Greenwich Chapter Of Red Cross

Greenwich chapter of Red Cross to hold April blood drives
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Monday, April 14, at Greenwich Hospital between 7:30 am and 12:30 pm Greenwich Hospital is located at 5 Perryridge Road. To donate blood and platelets ...

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03/08/08 - Greenwich News Wire - From The Greenwich Post

American Red Cross offers tips to stay safe during flooding

Flooding potential is on the increase as the weekend rain storm approaches Greenwich with the ground well-saturated from snow melt and recent rains.

That’s why the American Red Cross urges families to take proactive safety steps now.

Basic information and a few simple procedures can make all the difference in keeping you out of harm’s way. Water can rise fast. The better prepared you are, the safer you’ll be. Follow these American Red Cross Flood Safety Tips:

• Build a kit with water, non-perishable, ready to eat food, radio, flashlight (and extra batteries for both), a first aid kit and necessary medications. Store important family documents (wills, passports, insurance policies, deeds, etc.) in a portable, waterproof and fireproof container as part of your kit.

• Make a plan so you know where to go if you need to evacuate. Plan ahead for the possibility of becoming separated from your loved ones by choosing an out-of-town contact that each person can contact should a disaster occur. Plan on using the Red Cross Safe and Well web site, accessible through Redcross.org.

• Stay informed. Know what to do if there is potential for flooding.

When a flood watch is issued, move your furniture and valuables to higher floors of your home. Fill your car's gas tank, in case an evacuation notice is issued.

When a flood warning is issued, listen to local radio and television stations for information and advice. If told to evacuate, do so as soon as possible. Be alert to signs of flash flooding and be ready to evacuate on a moment's notice.

When a flash flood warning is issued, or if you think it has already started, evacuate immediately. You may have only seconds to escape. Move to higher ground. Do not drive around barricades. If your car stalls in rapidly rising waters, abandon it immediately and climb to higher ground. If you experience flooding and need help, call 911 immediately.

The Greenwich Chapter of the American Red Cross provides relief to victims of emergencies and disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. For information, call 869-8444 or visit Greenwichredcross.org.