Greenwich's Rep Taking Leadership Role in Examining School Safety

One of Greenwich's representatives in Hartford is taking a leadership role as Connecticut seeks to bring about legislative and policy changes in response to the Newtown school shooting.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/greenwichs-rep-taking-leadership-role-in-examining-school-safety

Capital Redux and Spotlight on World Langauges

When the Greenwich Board of Education meets this Thursday, the recognitions will include significant student accomplishments.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/draft-dddecfc5

Town-Owned Rink Boasts 'Best Ice Around'

... the rink has been pushed back more than once. The rink building renovation has jockeyed for priority against the Greenwich High School MISA project; the rink project was bumped. More recently the rink renovation vied for priority with the central ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/quaint-as-a-barn

Inspired by National Day of Service?

... the staff is looking for folks to come help sort clothes for their clothing center clients. a€¢ Family Centers in Greenwich is looking for volunteer librarians to help gather books from local libraries for use in its classrooms. a€¢ Can you help a ...

http://westport.patch.com/blog_posts/inspired-by-national-day-of-service

NPR Report Examines Wealth Divide In Fairfield County

"Welcome to Fairfield County, Conn., the wealthiest metropolitan area in the country, according to the Labor Department's Bureau of Economic Analysis, but also among the most unequal in terms in income distribution," says the story, which compares the high-end shops of Greenwich Avenue with frequent gun violence in Bridgeport about 25 miles away.

http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/news/npr-report-examines-wealth-divide-fairfield-county

Sternlicht-led group to sell multi-family portfolio

... month. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. in 2009 awarded ST Residential, the asset management consortium led by Greenwich-based Starwood Capital, with the $4.5 billion portfolio for a combined bid of $554 million. The agreement gives the FDIC, ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Sternlicht-led-group-to-sell-multi-family-4211940.php

West Springfield Economic Development Director Michele Cabral...

... Richard A. Werbiskis and in May Principal Assessor Lauren J. Elliott quit to take a better paying position in Greenwich, Conn., after only two months on the job in West Springfield. She had replaced former assessor Christopher C. Keefe , who the ...

http://www.masslive.com/news/index.ssf/2013/01/west_springfield_economic_deve.html

Leaving the concrete jungle - welcome to Connecticut

... New York City, but where would you live? The options are too many to count. Starting at the most southerly point, Greenwich is only a half an hour ride depending on traffic; however, Greenwich can be a little pricey. Moving northeast, your options ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/leaving-the-concrete-jungle-welcome-to-connecticut?cid=rss

Juliet Mills and Maxwell Caulfield to Star in Oh Dad, Poor Dad...

Juliet Mills and Maxwell Caulfield will star in a reading of Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mama's Hung You In The Closet and I'm Feelin' so Sad, to be held in Greenwich, Conn., on April 26th, 2013.

http://ct.broadwayworld.com/article/Juliet-Mills-and-Maxwell-Caulfield-to-Star-in-OH-DAD-POOR-DAD-American-Heyday-Theatre-Benefit-Reading-426-20130121

High School Students introduced to Orthopedic Medicine through ONS...

On December 10th fifteen students from Greenwich Academy , an independent, all girls school in Greenwich, visited the ONS Foundation for Clinical Research and Education in Greenwich Office Park for a unique introduction to medicine led by orthopedic surgeon Katie Vadasdi , MD .

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/business/press-releases/article/High-School-Students-introduced-to-Orthopedic-4178130.php

Literary comic books have come to town

... uneasy unison. That is until a fight breaks out to gain access to the pool of power lying beneath her hometown of Greenwich, Conn, which - naturally enough - coincides with her 25th birthday and her final opportunity to accept the full mantel of her ...

http://www.examiner.com/article/literary-comic-books-have-come-to-town?cid=rss

Brian Gay Ends Youth Winning Streak With Humana Win

In the first two weeks of the PGA Tour season, a player in his 20s triumphed. The youth set was going for No.

http://www.courant.com/sports/golf/blog/hc-brian-gay-ends-youth-winning-streak-with-humana-win-20130121,0,5190354.story

Greenwich High Schoolers Survey Sandy's Destructive Path in Queens

Armed with a desire to give back, a group of students and staff members from Greenwich High School traveled to Queens, New York in the early morning hours on Saturday, January 12.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/habitat-for-humanity-ac23f204

Greenwich Woman Arrested For DUI on River Road Ext.

... 1,000 bond and is schooled to appear in court on Jan. 30. About this column: Arrest information is supplied by the Greenwich Police Department. It does not indicate convictions.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/greenwich-woman-arrested-for-dui-on-river-road-ext

Greenwich Town Employees Honored at Awards Ceremony

"In the arena of human life, the honours and rewards fall to those who show their good qualities in action." -Aristotle More than 100 town employees including school staff were honored for their hard work and dedication during the annual Town of Greenwich Employee Recognition Awards presentation held Friday, Jan.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/greenwich-town-employees-honored-at-awards-ceremony

Wrestling: Hackley finishes second at Brunswick Invitational

Wrestling: Hackley finished second with the score of 203 at Saturday's Brunswick Invitational tournament in Greenwich Conn.

http://www.lohud.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lohud.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013301210039%26nclick_check%3D1

Rye Brook Ice Arena Public Hearing Set For Tuesday

... a number of letters from neighbors, representatives of the City of Rye, Playland Park Ice Casino and bordering Greenwich, Conn., with concerns about impacts to the area, such as traffic and noise, as well as possible stormwater runoff Clifford L. ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/rye-brook-ice-arena-public-hearing-set-tuesday

See Greenwich's Recent Home Sales

GREENWICH, Conn. Here is a list of paid Greenwich property transfers and home sales from Jan.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/see-greenwichs-recent-home-sales-7

Freezing Temperatures And Snow Forecast For Greenwich

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. Winter is coming this week to Fairfield County as temperatures become more seasonable and snow is forecast.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/freezing-temperatures-snow-coming-fairfield-county

What To Do In Greenwich This Week

GREENWICH, Conn. Here's a look a some events happening in Greenwich this week. For more, see our Greenwich events page .

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-greenwich-week-13

Police reports

An accomplice of the man charged with robbing an Old Greenwich gas station and shooting the attendant in the head testified Tuesday in state Superior Court about the November 2009 crime.

http://m.greenwichcitizen.com/greenwich/db_11279/contentdetail.htm?contentguid=uBk9gWnW&detailindex=1&pn=0&ps=4

Kaye to address son's personal journey with schizophrenia

... Educators for NAMI, and diversity trainer for the Anti-Defamation League. The event is hosted by the Stamford/Greenwich affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness , a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals ...

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Kaye-to-address-son-s-personal-journey-with-4209669.php

Winter Job Fair features diverse companies

... diverse range of exhibitors will include World Wrestling Entertainment, Stamford Marriott, Northwestern Mutual, Greenwich Hyatt, Norwalk Medical Group Each will be looking to recruit talent at all levels of experience to a wide range of fields ...

http://m.dariennewsonline.com/darien/db_10915/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=0&contentguid=l0EjzSHF&pn=0

Winter Job Fair features diverse companies

... diverse range of exhibitors will include World Wrestling Entertainment, Stamford Marriott , Northwestern Mutual, Greenwich Hyatt, Norwalk Medical Group Each will be looking to recruit talent at all levels of experience to a wide range of fields ...

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Winter-Job-Fair-features-diverse-companies-4209402.php

10 Open Houses in Greenwich This Sunday

This week we have 10 open houses. You can see the interactive map here . The open house list and interactive map is courtesy of Rob Pulitano and the hot links are courtesy of Jared Randall .

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/10-open-houses-this-sunday

Highest Sellers: Maple Ave. Home in Westport Sells for $1.6 Million

These are the highest selling houses in our town and neighboring towns, according to the most recent property transfers recorded in town clerks' offices. Get the full scoop on all your local market conditions in one place by checking out the Greenwich Patch Real Estate Guide .

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/highest-sellers-maple-ave-home-in-westport-sells-for-16-million-25548401

What's Open, Closed In Greenwich On MLK Jr. Day

GREENWICH, Conn. Here's a quick guide to what's open and closed Monday in Greenwich for Martin Luther King Jr.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/whats-open-closed-greenwich-mlk-jr-day

Jim Mullins, 62: Traffic, teaching and 'Bring home the troops'

... I will desperately miss my (school) kids. Traffic, teaching and 'Bring home the troops' How long have you lived in Greenwich? A: Since 1971. How do you think Greenwich has changed over the years? With adolescents you've got to be a special breed. ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Jim-Mullins-62-Traffic-teaching-and-Bring-1446099.php

Youth achievement contest deadline Jan. 31

... awarded. The 2013 award will be presented at the organization's annual benefit on April 26 at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich. Transportation and hotel accommodations will be provided for the winning student and his or her parents. Applications may ...

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Youth-achievement-contest-deadline-Jan-31-4208151.php

The Macalope Weekly: Running the gamut

... drop that looks like it's the result of more Wall Street trader hanky-panky than you'd see at a key party in Greenwich, CT, in 1975. And another thing about Pendola, the guy's hair is amazing . Seriously, he puts Chris "The Bouffant of Knowledge" ...

http://www.macworld.com/article/2025765/macalope-running-the-gamut.html

Manti Te'o

A friend of Ronaiah Tuiasosopo, identified as the man behind the Manti Te'o girlfriend hoax, says he called her in early December admitting to duping the former Notre Dame linebacker and Heisman finalist, ESPN reported Friday.

http://www.courant.com/sports/chi-manti-teo-girlfiend-hoax-tuiasosopo-20130118,0,5470612.story

In CT, a Vast Divide Between Rich and Poor

An article published this week on NPR.org juxtaposes the economic and social disparity between Bridgeport and Greenwich , and uses the comparison to argue that the American dream is a pie in the sky for most Americans.

http://naugatuck.patch.com/articles/in-ct-a-vast-divide-between-rich-and-poor-b3d73cc3

Find A Job In Greenwich

Metro-North will operate more trains than for a normal holiday for Martin Luther King Jr.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/find-job-greenwich-28

Greenwich boys defeat Darien 55-44

Alex Wolf # 32 of Greenwich grabs a rebound during the boys high school basketball game between Greenwich High School and Darien High School at Greenwich, Friday night, Jan.

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/sports/article/Greenwich-boys-defeat-Darien-55-44-4207296.php

William Fox, 91, Longtime Greenwich Resident, WWII Vet

GREENWICH, Conn. William "Bill" Joseph Fox, a longtime resident of Old Greenwich and Stamford, died Jan.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/william-fox-91-longtime-greenwich-resident-wwii-vet

Girl Talking On Cell Phone Walks Into Side Of School Bus In New Britain

A girl who was distracted as she spoke on her cell phone suffered minor injuries Friday afternoon when she stepped off a curb and walked into the side of a school bus.

http://www.courant.com/community/new-britain/hc-new-britain-kid-school-bus-0119-20130118,0,1126344.story

At Hartford's Breakthrough Magnet School, Finding Peace In MLK And Meditation

"I don't know if you all know this," teacher Katie Leonard told them, "but Breakthrough Magnet School is a manifestation of Dr.

http://www.courant.com/community/hartford/hc-mlk-breakthrough-school-0119-20130118,0,1686529.story

Vast Divide Between CT Rich and Poor

An article published this week on NPR.org juxtaposes the economic and social disparity between Bridgeport and Greenwich , and uses the comparison to argue that the American dream is a pie in the sky for most Americans.

http://brookfield.patch.com/articles/vast-divide-between-ct-rich-and-poor

Jackson Says Sandy Hook Panel Faces Difficult Job

Hamden Mayor Scott Jackson sat in his office staring at his iPad on Dec. 14 2012, watching coverage of a school shooting 30 miles away.

http://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-scott-jackson-newtown-20130118,0,2239909.story

Staples edges Greenwich in gymnastics

Victoria Houson of Greenwich dismounts off the uneven bars while being spotted by her coach Sue Knight during the girls gymnastics meet between Staples High School and Greenwich High School at the YWCA in Greenwich, Thursday afternoon, Jan.

http://www.westport-news.com/sports/article/Staples-edges-Greenwich-in-gymnastics-4205856.php

Sternlicht Cashing In on Housing Rebound in U.S. With IPO

... Taylor Morrison Home Corp. (TMHC) said on Jan. 16 that it wants to raise $250 million. Starwood Capital, based in Greenwich, Connecticut , has about $20 billion of real estate assets under management, including office buildings, hotels and ...

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-01-18/sternlicht-cashing-in-on-housing-rebound-in-u-s-with-ipo.html

Postcard Inn joins Choice Hotels International's Ascend collection

... n programs as well as a loyalty program. Postcard Inn is owned by an affiliate of Starwood Capital Group, based in Greenwich, Conn., and is managed by Hersha Hospitality Management of Philadelphia.

http://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/news/2013/01/18/postcard-inn-joins-choice-hotels.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_65+%28Travel+Service+Industry+News%29

Webster's Focus on Wealth Biz Shows in Earnings

... president and chief operating officer, Jerry Plush, listed the bank's new retail and private banking office in Greenwich, Conn., which opened this month, among the bank's significant achievements in the fourth quarter. 'In 2013, we will continue to ...

http://www.financial-planning.com/news/websters-focus-on-wealth-biz-shows-in-earnings-2682894-1.html

Webster's Focus on Wealth Biz Shows in Earnings

... president and chief operating officer, Jerry Plush, listed the bank's new retail and private banking office in Greenwich, Conn., which opened this month, among the bank's significant achievements in the fourth quarter. 'In 2013, we will continue to ...

http://www.onwallstreet.com/news/websters-focus-on-wealth-biz-shows-in-earnings-2682894-1.html

Local Girl Scout goes for the 'Gold'

After 11 years as a Girl Scout, Greenwich High School junior Sammy Salkin is finally working to cap off her scouting career by guiding middle school students through an animal awareness program that culminates in her acquisition of a Gold Award.

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101934-local-girl-scout-goes-for-the-gold.html

Students to fulfill dream of rebuilding in Haiti

Greenwich High School students are preparing to honor a fellow student who passed away by fulfilling her dream of helping to rebuild Haiti, with the help of buildOn, an organization that works with teens in struggling communities.

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101935-students-to-fulfill-dream-of-rebuilding-in-haiti.html

NY: MTA Pricing Anomaly To Lower Upcoming Port Chester Fare Hike

Initial monthly pass fares for Rye and Port Chester commuters were poised to price higher than Greenwich, Conn., come March, until the Metropolitan Transportation Authority reached an agreement with the neighboring state.

http://www.masstransitmag.com/news/10855364/ny-mta-pricing-anomaly-to-lower-upcoming-port-chester-fare-hike

Roundtable discussion focuses on gun control

... at the Yerwood Community Center in Stamford on Thursday, January 17, 2013. Photo: Lindsay Perry John Tamerin of Greenwich asks a question during a roundtable discussion about curbing gun violence at the Yerwood Community Center in Stamford on ...

http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Roundtable-discussion-focuses-on-gun-control-4205115.php

Gun control round table

... at the Yerwood Community Center in Stamford on Thursday, January 17, 2013. Photo: Lindsay Perry John Tamerin of Greenwich asks a question during a roundtable discussion about curbing gun violence at the Yerwood Community Center in Stamford on ...

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Roundtable-discussion-focuses-on-gun-control-4205115.php

Redistricting won't be used for racial balance; Could return to deal with enrollment

... and that the state recognizes that. "The state Board of Education does know that, for all the right reasons, Greenwich is going at a judicious pace on this," Dr. McKersie said. "I've explained it to them and they understand that. a The state wants ...

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101933-redistricting-wont-be-used-for-racial-balance-could-return-to-deal-with-enrollment.html

Newington Water Main Break

Crews from the Metropolitan District Commission responded to the break at 195 Miami Ave. at 3 a.m. to begin making repairs, said Kerry Martin, spokeswoman for the MDC .

http://www.courant.com/community/newington/hc-newington-water-break-0118-20130118,0,7651457.story

Letter: How Should Fairfield Measure Affordability?

... taxpayers can get services comparable to those in Fairfield at discounts of 4 percent (Guilford) to 56 percent (Greenwich). All town bodies should be required to explain the basis upon which they have concluded that any budget they approve is ...

http://fairfield.patch.com/articles/letter-how-should-fairfield-measure-affordability

Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Greenwich

Monday, Jan. 21 is Martin Luther King Jr. Day. For some, the national holiday honoring the prominent civil rights activist is a time to give back and serve the community, be it through removing graffiti or picking up litter in a local park.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/martin-luther-king-jr-day-in-greenwich

Pols Toss Dirt at Nathaniel Witherell Groundbreaking

Federal, state and local officials joined with top brass from the Nathaniel Witherell nursing home in Greenwich Thursday afternoon to participate in a groundbreaking ceremony for the planned $24 million renovation of the town-owned facility.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/pols-toss-dirt-at-nathaniel-witherell-groundbreaking

Local Bistro at Vineyard Opens its Doors

... in the 80s when French cooking, Nouvelle Cuisine, was hot. His first positions were with Restaurant Bertrand in Greenwich and Le Chambord in Westport. This experience with classic French cuisine was important to us. In 1990, Brad went on to study ...

http://clinton.patch.com/articles/in-progress-cheers-the-bistro-at-chamard-vineyards-is-serving

Renovations Finally Begin At Greenwich Nursing Home

Gov. Dannel Malloy makes remarks at Thursday's groundbreaking ceremony for major renovations to Greenwich's Nathaniel Witherell Nursing Center.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/renovations-finally-begin-greenwich-nursing-home

What To Do In And Around Greenwich This Weekend

GREENWICH, Conn. Here's a look at some events happening in Greenwich this weekend.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-and-around-greenwich-weekend-0

Malloy: CT not in competition with NY on gun control

... fellow lawmakers. "It's not a race," Malloy told Hearst Connecticut Newspapers on Thursday in brief interview in Greenwich. "This it getting it right, and we will." Malloy is scheduled to meet with Vice President Joe Biden on Friday in his West Wing ...

http://www.ctpost.com/newtownshooting/article/Malloy-CT-not-in-competition-with-NY-on-gun-4204105.php

Greenwich Furs making move to East Putnam Avenue

Nick Tsamisis, owner of Greenwich Furs, who is moving his business from 5 W. Putnam Ave., to 1076 E. Putnam Ave., by Feb.

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Greenwich-Furs-making-move-to-East-Putnam-Avenue-4203921.php

Greenwich Furs making move to East Putnam Avenue

Moving a business is never easy, but a longtime Greenwich furrier is looking forward to the challenge, believing that it will make the shopping experience more enjoyable for his customers.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Greenwich-Furs-making-move-to-East-Putnam-Avenue-4203921.php

Greenwich couple honored by ADL

The Anti-Defamation League will present its Daniel R. Ginsberg Humanitarian Award to Greenwich's Alma Rutgers and Don Snyder, along with Stamford's Rabbi David Israel at ADL's 2012 Daniel R. Ginsberg Humanitarian Award Reception tonight, Jan.

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101932-greenwich-couple-honored-by-adl.html

Leslie 'Les' Ellis Jr., 85, Longtime Greenwich Resident

GREENWICH, Conn. Leslie "Les" Stevenson Ellis Jr., a former longtime Greenwich resident, died Jan.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/leslie-les-ellis-jr-85-longtime-greenwich-resident

Canada Pension Joins KKR Venture to Invest Up to $2 Billion

... as having about $50 million or less of earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. KKR and Greenwich, Connecticut-based Stone Point committed $150 million each to back the venture, continuing a strategy of diversification away ...

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-MGRTB46K50YN01-45U43RTVL2C5GBL0EUFH6995N2

Malloy: CT not in competition with NY on gun control

... and fellow lawmakers. "It's not a race," Malloy told Hearst Connecticut Newspapers Thursday in brief interview in Greenwich. "This it getting it right and we will." Malloy is scheduled to meet with Vice President Biden Friday in his West Wing office ...

http://www.ctpost.com/newtownshooting/article/Malloy-CT-not-in-competition-with-NY-on-gun-4203578.php

Play With Your Food program coming to StageOne

... at Westport's Toquet Hall are set for Feb. 5 to 7, March 5 to 7 and April 2 to 4. Shows also will be held at the Greenwich Arts Council in Greenwich on Wednesdays, Jan 23, Feb. 13, March 13 and April 24; and Thursdays, Jan. 24, Feb. 14, and April ...

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Play-With-Your-Food-program-coming-to-StageOne-4203359.php

Frantz starts third term in Legislature

... Jan. 9. "It is an honor to once again begin serving in the General Assembly today for the benefit of the people of Greenwich, New Canaan and Stamford," said Frantz. "In the coming weeks and months, there will be a lot of challenges and opportunities ...

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Frantz-starts-third-term-in-Legislature-4203129.php

Judge Judy Lists Pricey Pied-a-Terre

... include a penthouse condo in Naples, FL and a 9 bedroom mansion on a spectacularly landscaped estate in high-nosed Greenwich, CT that they bought in September 2007 for $13,200,000. listing photos and floor plan: Corcoran

http://realestalker.blogspot.com/2013/01/judge-judy-lists-pricey-pied-terre.html

Malloy to attend groundbreaking at Witherell

... statement from his office to the Post, Mr. Malloy said he was happy to be a part of this. "This is a great day for Greenwich and the residents of Nathaniel Witherell," Mr. Malloy said. "As a longtime supporter of this project, I know it is of ...

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101929-malloy-to-attend-groundbreaking-at-witherell.html

In Connecticut, Two Sides Of A Deep Economic Divide

... in another Fairfield County community, gritty Bridgeport seems an awfully long way away. The 61,000 residents of Greenwich are oriented to the southwest toward Manhattan, with its haute culture and financial district. The idea that Greenwich ...

http://www.gpb.org/news/2013/01/17/in-connecticut-two-sides-of-a-deep-economic-divide?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+GPBNewsFeed+%28GPB+News%29

In Connecticut, Two Sides Of A Deep Economic Divide

... in another Fairfield County community, gritty Bridgeport seems an awfully long way away. The 61,000 residents of Greenwich are oriented to the southwest - toward Manhattan, with its haute culture and financial district. The idea that Greenwich ...

http://www.npr.org/2013/01/17/169509521/in-connecticut-two-sides-of-a-deep-economic-divide?ft=1&f=1001

District to 'hold off' on armed guards at schools - McKersie says ...

Efforts to strengthen school security are ongoing in Greenwich, but Superintendent of Schools William McKersie said last week that he hopes to give a more "definitive statement" about it in early February.

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101928-district-to-hold-off-on-armed-guards-at-schools-mckersie-says-improvements-to-security-can-and-will-be-made.html

First County Bank Foundation grant applications now accepted

... exempt status under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and serve the communities of Stamford, Darien, Greenwich, New Canaan, Norwalk or Westport. Applicant organizations must support community and economic development, increase the ...

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/News_1/First-County-Bank-Foundation-grant-applications-now-accepted19210.shtml

PRSA Westchester/Fairfield elects 2013 board, sets membership record for 2012

... Brathwaite Communications, Scarsdale, NY) A Director 2011-2013, Viveca Woods (Principal, VMW Public Relations, Greenwich, CT) A Secretary, Sue Palmer (Communications Manager, Maryknoll Sisters, Ossining, NY) A Treasurer, Shirley Johnson (Senior ...

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/Business_21/PRSA-Westchester-Fairfield-elects-2013-board-sets-membership-record-for-201219216.shtml

Video: Man on 700 Mile Charity Run Passes Through Greenwich, Port Chester

A man who is running 700 miles in two weeks from Maine's Acadia National Park to the president's inauguration in Washington, D.C. to raise funds for victims of the Newtown massacre, Wounded Warriors and cancer research passed through Stamford, Greenwich, Port Chester and Rye on Wednesday "I can't believe I just ran from Maine to New York," said ... (more)

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/video-man-on-700-mile-charity-run-passes-through-greenwich-port-chester

Greenwich Avenue Restaurant To Harvest Local Flavors

GREENWICH, Conn. Vicente Siguenza is about to open his fourth restaurant in Fairfield County in 10 years, but he is striving for something unique for this new endeavor on Greenwich Avenue.

http://weston.dailyvoice.com/business/greenwich-avenue-restaurant-harvest-local-flavors

Tour de Fraud

Nobody on Earth could tell Lance Armstrong 's story better than Lance Armstrong.

http://www.courant.com/sports/other/hc-jacobs-lance-armstrong-column-0117-20130116,0,2106170.column

Writing on "Writers on Writers"

... quick. "You're already registered." I learned that a distant cousin -- also named Anne Semmes -- (sister-in-law of Greenwich photographer Christopher Semmes) and also a writer would be attending. (Hence the need for me to add that middle `W.' in my ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Writing-on-Writers-on-Writers-4200020.php

Brava honorees: YWCA Greenwich celebrates ten women who make a difference

The YWCA Greenwich has announced the ten winners of its annual "Brava" Awards. The awards, which were established in 1977, recognize outstanding women achievers who have excelled in their professional careers, who live or work in Greenwich or Stamford and who are mentors in their community.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Brava-honorees-YWCA-Greenwich-celebrates-ten-4199990.php

General Atlantic to move to 600 Steamboat in Greenwich

A reborn office building on Greenwich Harbor is beginning to make a name for itself in the marketplace, luring a major area player in the investment industry.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/General-Atlantic-to-move-to-600-Steamboat-in-4200411.php

Holiday wheels

... soon have the bikes to prove it. The insitute recently donated five boys and five girls bicycles to the YMCA of Greenwich. The bicycles were built as part of a team building exercise by employees of Pfizer Medical Information group, led by The ...

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101898-holiday-wheels.html

Story of Notre Dame star T'eo's dead girlfriend a hoax, Deadspin reports

The sports website Deadspin published a story Wednesday alleging that a Sports Illustrated piece on Notre Dame star lineback Manti T'eo that described him as having lost his 22-year-old girlfriend to a car crash was a hoax.

http://www.courant.com/news/breaking/sfl-story-of-notre-dame-star-teos-dead-girlfriend-a-hoax-deadspin-reports-20130116,0,3280591.story

Hitting the ice at the "Home of Champions"

... begin in late August and the ice-out months begin in mid-March when they transform the rink into artificial turf. Greenwich residents can play soccer or Lacrosse or just run around during the summer months. Parents also can host birthday parties ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/opinion/article/Hitting-the-ice-at-the-Home-of-Champions-4199440.php

A new year, a new beginning

... five years. The data in the accompanying chart requires some explanation. First, it comes from data taken from the Greenwich Multiple Listing Service . As such, it doesn't include private party sales that weren't listed or caught in the MLS ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/opinion/article/A-new-year-a-new-beginning-4199451.php

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Neil Pederson will lecture at the Vanderbilt Education Center, Greenwich Historical Society, 39 Strickland Road, on "The Science of History: Tree Rings and the History They Reveal," on Jan.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/articleGallery/Record-4199706.php

Exterminator admits stealing customer's jewels

An exterminator from Bridgeport admitted to taking valuable stones out of some customers' valuable rings in Stamford, Greenwich, Darien and New Canaan and replacing them with worthless glass.

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Exterminator-admits-stealing-customer-s-jewels-4199548.php

Show offers aid to parents

Are you the parent of a child that just won't stop their tantrums? A show on Greenwich's Channel 79 may be there to help you.

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101897-show-offers-aid-to-parents.html

Greenwich's Kyle Feeney Selected In Lacrosse Draft

Greenwich's Kyle Feeney, a member of the lacrosse team at Bucknell University, was one of two goalies selected in the Major League Lacrosse Draft.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/greenwichs-kyle-feeney-selected-lacrosse-draft

TELESEMINAR: Liquidity Planning in Estates and Trusts - A National Perspective

... taxes, the use of Graegin notes, redemptions, buy-sell agreements and more. Daniel L. Daniels is a partner in the Greenwich, Connecticut office of Wiggin and Dana, LLP, where his practice focuses on representing business owners, corporate executives ...

http://www.isba.org/cle/2013/02/08/liquidityplanning

Jordan Sandor Returns in 'Targets'

... for things he holds as most important to him, that is when we are really at our best." Jeffrey resides in Greenwich, Connecticut , and has been writing "for as long as I can remember." He credits J.D. Salinger with "making me want to become a writer ...

http://www.theresident.com/2013/01/16/jordan-sandor-returns-in-targets/

Critics question apartment proposal for Fairfield Metro site

... the premise, saying that empty nesters are leaving town, while young professionals have been moving to Stamford, Greenwich and Darien. Kathryn Braun , a member of the Representative Town Meeting, said she had heard that the proposed 2013-14 town ...

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Critics-question-apartment-proposal-for-Fairfield-4198263.php

Greenwich Schools Delayed 2 Hours Wednesday

FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. The Connecticut Legislature announced the creation of a bipartisan task force to tackle gun violence prevention and the safety of children.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/greenwich-schools-delayed-2-hours-wednesday

Public schools have two hour delay on Wednesday

With a snowy, slushy mix on the ground, Greenwich Public Schools have announced a two-hour delayed opening for all classes, but for those hoping for a snow day, so far school is still in session.

http://www.greenwich-post.com/online/daily-featured/local-news/101918-public-schools-have-two-hour-delay-on-wednesday.html

Youth Arrested For Stealing Jewelry From Greenwich Home

A juvenile Greenwich resident was arrested and charged with second degree larceny on Monday, Jan.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/youth-arrested-for-stealing-jewelry-from-greenwich-home

Two-Hour Delay for Greenwich Pubilc Schools Wednesday Due to Snow, Sleet

Greenwich Public Schools are on a two-hour delay due to the Wednesday morning's mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain, according to the GPS Web site .

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/two-hour-delay-for-greenwich-pubilc-schools-wednesday-due-to-snow-sleet

Tesei Aims To Keep Services Intact In Greenwich Budget

GREENWICH, Conn. First Selectman Peter Tesei said he is "determined" to not cut any town services from next year's operating budget as Greenwich officials began Tuesday to review the costs of projects planned for the coming fiscal year.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/politics/tesei-aims-keep-services-intact-greenwich-budget

Nationwide satellite TV provider for college campuses relocates to First Stamford Place

... office complex, located one block from the Stamford Transportation Center. The tenant, currently based in Greenwich, CT, will take occupancy of a 2,511-square-foot third floor space at 100 First Stamford Place through 2020. While Malkin Construction ...

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/realestate/Nationwide-satellite-TV-provider-for-college-campuses-relocates-to-First-Stamford-Place19190.shtml

Ascend Collection Adds Florida Resort

... Inn on the Beach here to its portfolio of independent hotels. The Postcard Inn is owned by an affiliate of Greenwich, CT-based Starwood Capital Group and managed by Philadelphia-based Hersha Hospitality Management, also known as HHM. The Ascend ...

http://www.hotelbusiness.com/hb/links/news/news.asp?ID=44242

Greenwich girls basketball team upends visiting McMahon

With the goal of making the state tournament in mind, the Greenwich High School girls basketball team knew it couldn't let Tuesday's game against visiting Brien McMahon slip from its grasp.

http://m.norwalkcitizenonline.com/norwalk/db_10950/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=1&contentguid=2YT7cdLV&pn=0

No. 2 Bantams Top No. 8 Dartmouth

... he squad's lone point. After dropping the first set, Hanson rallied to score a 8-11, 11-5, 11-7, 11-8 victory. The Greenwich, Conn., native has now won back-to-back matches after topping Penn's Danny Greenberg last weekend.

http://www.dartmouthsports.com//ViewArticle.dbml?DB_OEM_ID=11600&ATCLID=205982762

Want a Job? Beware 'Phantom' Postings

... listed on a job board or career site for some period, says Debra Feldman, an executive career consultant based in Greenwich, Conn. Such postings are meant to make hiring fair and transparent, and may help to protect employers from discrimination ...

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887323706704578229661268628432.html?mod=WSJ_Careers_CareerJournal_4