Greenwich Roundup

Sunday, March 31, 2013

Seniority by Anne W. Semmes: Doris "Dorrie" Finch Watson, 86

All my life -- in Banksville. My cousin Bill Finch was the historian of the Town of Greenwich.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/SENIORITY-BY-ANNE-W-SEMMES-Doris-Dorrie-Finch-477653.php

Colville plywood mill to reopen after 4 years

... Washington county of Okanogan. The company laid about 230 workers in 2009. Wood Resources, a subsidiary of the Greenwich, Conn.-based Atlas Holdings, has signed a 25-year lease with the Colville Tribe. The company has owned and operated Olympic ...

http://www.heraldnet.com/article/20130331/NEWS03/703319858

Easter Parade New York City style, wild costumes and hats

... s and chicks glued onto on her giant hat. Gloria Wood says she's been coming to the service for a dozen years from Greenwich, Conn., because it's "fabulous."

http://www.capecodonline.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20130331/NEWS11/130339946

Birth Of Giraffe Puts Spotlight On Greenwich Sanctuary

GREENWICH/STAMFORD, Conn. -- The birth of a rare female Rothschild giraffe at the LEO Zoological Conservation Center has put a spotlight on the private preserve and breeding ground for wild animals in Greenwich and Stamford, including a report published by the New York Times.

http://darien.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/birth-giraffe-puts-spotlight-greenwich-sanctuary-0

Greenwich state rep raps long commute

The Greenwich Time reports that Rep. Stephen Walko's 88-mile commute to the Capitol is believed to be the longest for a state legislator.

http://www.wtnh.com/dpp/news/connecticut/Greenwich-state-rep-raps-long-commute-to-Hartford

Elaborate hats and costumes on display in NYC Easter Parade

... s and chicks glued onto on her giant hat. Gloria Wood says she's been coming to the service for a dozen years from Greenwich, Conn., because it's "fabulous."

http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/manhattan/elaborate_hats_and_costumes_on_display_2RVzMogl82pMVoErp5GfLI?

Omak plywood mill restarting operations after closing in 2009

New York's Easter Parade strolls up Fifth Avenue

... brated Mass for thousands of worshippers. Gloria Wood says she's been coming to the service for a dozen years from Greenwich, Conn., because it's "fabulous."

http://abclocal.go.com/wabc/story?section=news/local/new_york&id=9047247&rss=rss-wabc-article-9047247

Restaurant Road Trip: Rive Bistro Opens on Westport's Riverfront

... France, has been cooking his entire life. He came to America in 1987 and was employed as a private chef in Greenwich. Sierra and co-owner Vivi Torres purchased the restaurant from Kevin Burns, an investment banker who sold the business after ten ...

http://fairfield.patch.com/articles/restaurant-road-trip-rive-bistro-on-westports-riverfront

NYC celebrates Easter with fun parade

... rated Mass for thousands of worshippers. Gloria Wood says she's been coming to the service for a dozen years from Greenwich, Conn., because it's "fabulous."

http://www.lohud.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lohud.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013303310038%26nclick_check%3D1

Colville plywood mill to reopen after 4 years

New York does Easter its own way - with fun parade

... and chicks glued onto on her giant hat. Gloria Wood says she's been coming to the service for a dozen years from Greenwich, Conn., because it's "fabulous." A stretch of several blocks on Fifth Avenue near St. Patrick's Cathedral was closed to ...

http://www.sfgate.com/news/article/New-York-does-Easter-its-own-way-with-fun-4398300.php

New York does Easter its own way with fun parade

... s and chicks glued onto on her giant hat. Gloria Wood says she's been coming to the service for a dozen years from Greenwich, Conn., because it's "fabulous."

http://www.cbs3springfield.com/story/21838737/new-york-does-easter-its-own-way-with-fun-parade

Next Historical Stop: North Stonington

When some things end, to most of us, it's not really a good thing. I-95 may start in Greenwich heading into Connecticut.

http://orange.patch.com/blog_posts/today-lets-go-to-eastern-end-of-i-95-to-north-stonington

Riverfront Restaurant Opens in Westport

... France, has been cooking his entire life. He came to America in 1987 and was employed as a private chef in Greenwich. Sierra and co-owner Vivi Torres purchased the restaurant from Kevin Burns, an investment banker who sold the business after 10 ...

http://woodbury-middlebury.patch.com/articles/rive-bistro-riverfront-restaurant-opens-today-in-westport-5273ce03

Baby Giraffe Stands Up For the First Time, Melts Hearts

Not to be alarmist or anything, but if watching this baby giraffe stand up for the first time doesn't melt your heart, you might want to check yourself for a pulse: The baby calf's mom, Petal, is a 6-year-old endangered Rothschild giraffe living at the LEO Zoological Conservation Center in Greenwich, Connecticut.

http://www.thehollywoodgossip.com/2013/03/baby-giraffe-stands-up-for-the-first-time-melts-hearts/

Man Arrested in Fast Food Fiasco

... found the child walking around the next neighborhood over, police said. Brazen thieves broke into a secure area of Greenwich Acura this week and stole the wheels and tires from six cars parked in the lot, according to Greenwich police. A Norwalk man ...

http://stratford.patch.com/articles/man-arrested-in-fast-food-fiasco

Alleged Food Tosser Charged

Brazen thieves broke into a secure area of Greenwich Acura this week and stole the wheels and tires from six cars parked in the lot, according to Greenwich Police.

http://trumbull.patch.com/articles/alleged-food-tosser-charged

Lackluster 1st Quarter Sales in the $5M-Plus Greenwich Real Estate Market

The sales of Greenwich homes in the plus-$5 million range have been slow for the last few years with much greater inventory than sales.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/lackluster-1st-quarter-sales-in-the-5m-plus-greenwich-real-estate-market

An 'Eggs-hibition' at The Bruce Museum [VIDEO]

... of the egg. "Eggs-hibition: Unscrambling Their History," is the new exhibit organized by The Bruce Museum here in Greenwich, featuring dozens of specimens from rare natural eggs to the exotic Faberge eggs. The exhibit opened last week and will be on ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/an-eggs-hibition-at-the-bruce-museum

Arresting News: Asleep at the Wheel; Sunglasses at Night

... found the child walking around the next neighborhood over, police said. Brazen thieves broke into a secure area of Greenwich Acura this week and stole the wheels and tires from six cars parked in the lot, according to Greenwich Police. A Norwalk man ...

http://brookfield.patch.com/articles/arresting-news-asleep-at-the-wheel-sunglasses-at-night

Greenwich Legislator Makes A Case For Telecommuting To Capitol

GREENWICH, Conn. A Greenwich legislator may introduce a bill in the state General Assembly to allow for limited committee votes via telecommuting.

http://newcanaan.dailyvoice.com/politics/greenwich-legislator-makes-case-telecommuting-capitol

Thousands Across Fairfield County Turn Out For Easter Egg Hunts

... Farm Easter Egg Hunt at the Stamford Nature Museum & Nature Center on Saturday. Will, left, and Cal Jacobs of Greenwich take a break from Easter Egg hunting Saturday at the Stamford Nature Museum & Nature Center. FAIRFIELD COUNTY, Conn. On a ...

http://fairfield.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/thousands-across-fairfield-county-turn-out-easter-egg-hunts

Why Are Greens Seduced by Anti-Biotech Charlatans?

To understand just how mainstream anti-GMO sentiment is within environmentalism, check out this event held several weeks ago at Audubon's educational center in Greenwich, Connecticut.

http://blogs.discovermagazine.com/collideascape/?p=10906&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DiscoverMag+%28Discover+Magazine%29

Find A Job In And Around Greenwich

Phil Ramone, a Grammy-winning producer, arranger and musical innovator who lived in Wilton, died Saturday at the age of 79, The Associated Press reported.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/find-job-and-around-greenwich-14

Saturday, March 30, 2013

Skakel judge has shown willingness to reverse rulings

A veteran Connecticut judge whose record shows he is not afraid to overturn prior rulings will preside over the upcoming trial for Michael Skakel, the Kennedy cousin serving 20 years to life for the murder of Greenwich teenager Martha Moxley.

http://m.ctpost.com/connpost/db_43460/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=2&contentguid=D1JDqLjY&pn=0

Skakel judge has shown willingness to reverse rulings

... preside over the upcoming trial for Michael Skakel , the Kennedy cousin serving 20 years to life for the murder of Greenwich teenager Martha Moxley . Beginning April 16 in state Superior Court in Rockville, Thomas A. Bishop will hear the habeas ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Skakel-judge-has-shown-willingness-to-reverse-4397224.php

'Smart' Traffic Signals Coming To Greenwich, Conn.

... anges the signal timing at each intersection," Michael said. The signals will also be installed at other downtown Greenwich locations, including Steamboat Road at Arch Street, and Arch Street at Railroad Avenue, according to a Greenwich Times report.

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/03/30/smart-traffic-signals-coming-to-greenwich-conn/

Salt from roads and storms stress pines

Greenwich Tree Warden Bruce Spaman inspects withering Eastern white pines at Greenwich Point, Wednesday, March 13, 2013.

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/Salt-from-roads-and-storms-stress-pines-4396817.php

Christopher Fischer To Close Greenwich Shop

Christopher Fischer, which has been selling cashmere clothing and luxury accessories on Greenwich Avenue for a decade, will close its Greenwich store at the end of April, according to the Connecticut Post.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/christopher-fischer-close-greenwich-shop

Omak plywood mill to reopen after four-year shutdown

... Colville Tribal Federal Corporation - the Colville Tribes' business arm - and Wood Resources, a subsidiary of the Greenwich, Conn.-based Atlas Holdings, which operates three other mills in the country. He said the partnership with a private plywood ...

http://www.wenatcheeworld.com/news/2013/mar/30/omak-plywood-mill-to-reopen-after-four-year/

4th Suspect Nabbed For Cell Phone Robbery

A fourth suspect has been arrested by Greenwich Police in connection with the November assault of a town teen and the robbery of the teen's cell phone.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/4th-suspect-nabbed-for-cell-phone-robbery

Convicted Crack Cocaine Dealer Going to Jail, Again

... found the child walking around the next neighborhood over, police said. Brazen thieves broke into a secure area of Greenwich Acura this week and stole the wheels and tires from six cars parked in the lot, according to Greenwich Police. A Norwalk man ...

http://westport.patch.com/articles/convicted-crack-cocaine-dealer-going-to-jail-again-2144bb05

He Wore His Sunglasses at Night...And Was Busted

... Police later "got him" and charged him with harassment and threatening. Brazen thieves broke into a secure area of Greenwich Acura this week and stole the wheels and tires from six cars parked in the lot, according to Greenwich Police. A Norwalk man ...

http://fairfield.patch.com/articles/he-wore-his-sunglasses-at-night-and-was-busted

Rive Bistro: Riverfront Restaurant Opens in Westport

... France, has been cooking his entire life. He came to America in 1987 and was employed as a private chef in Greenwich. Sierra and co-owner Vivi Torres purchased the restaurant from Kevin Burns, an investment banker who sold the business after ten ...

http://wilton.patch.com/articles/rive-bistro-riverfront-restaurant-opens-in-westport

Greenwich Resident Is Named New Western MS Principal

A former principal of Redding's John Read Middle School has been named the head of a Greenwich middle school.

http://weston-ct.patch.com/articles/greenwich-resident-is-named-new-western-ms-principal-ae0584c9

Drive-Thru Worker Gets Wrong Order Thrown Back at Him

... Police later "got him" and charged him with harassment and threatening. Brazen thieves broke into a secure area of Greenwich Acura this week and stole the wheels and tires from six cars parked in the lot, according to Greenwich Police. A Norwalk man ...

http://shelton.patch.com/articles/drive-thru-worker-gets-wrong-order-thrown-back-at-him

Police Share Video of a Brawl in Milford Center

Complicated Order? Man Throws Food at Drive-Thru Worker

Friday, March 29, 2013

Christopher Fischer closing in Greenwich

After a 10-year run on Greenwich Avenue, Christopher Fischer is closing up shop, at least for the time being.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Christopher-Fischer-closing-in-Greenwich-4396002.php

Foley's Talk Of Ethics Unsettles Legislators

... early to offer someone a 2014 running mate position, so I have not made that offer to anyone else, either." The Greenwich Republican also denies offering Cafero the second spot on his ticket in 2010. Foley should not have been surprised at the ...

http://www.courant.com/news/opinion/hc-op-rennie-foleys-ethics-bill-riles-cafero-other-20130329-1,0,498361.column?track=rss&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+Courant%2FOpEd+%28courant.com+-+OPED%29

George Harold Williamson, 78, Vietnam War Veteran, Of Greenwich

... in NYC. Williamson lived for many years in Montclair, N.J., and Bridgehampton, N.Y. Since 2004 he lived in Greenwich. He was a member of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church where he was treasurer for three years, and was part of the choir. Williamson is ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/george-harold-williamson-78-vietnam-war-veteran-greenwich

Perennial power Greenwich downs Staples in girls water polo

The Greenwich High girls water polo team opened its season in just about the best manner possible: dominating from start to finish in a 21-3 victory over visiting Staples on Tuesday.

http://m.westport-news.com/westport/db_11299/contentdetail.htm?detailindex=2&contentguid=lnxxW3nQ&pn=0

Rockefeller: 'I've Always Been a Pacifist'

... sheriff's Detective Timothy Miley. In other testimony, Ralph Boynton told jurors that a police detective from Greenwich, Conn., tried unsuccessfully to speak with Gerhartsreiter -- whom he knew as Christopher Crowe -- at the office where both worked ...

http://backbay.patch.com/articles/rockefeller-ive-always-been-a-pacifist

The Most Expensive Billionaire Homes In The World

... who already owns an $18 million Hamptons estate down the street and a 35,000-square foot main residence in tony Greenwich, Conn., is also said to be selling a duplex apartment in New York City's Bloomberg Tower. The price tag: $115 million. When ...

http://www.forbes.com/sites/morganbrennan/2013/03/29/the-most-expensive-billionaire-homes-in-the-world/

Rockefeller: 'I've Always Been a Pacifist'

... sheriff's Detective Timothy Miley. In other testimony, Ralph Boynton told jurors that a police detective from Greenwich, Conn., tried unsuccessfully to speak with Gerhartsreiter -- whom he knew as Christopher Crowe -- at the office where both worked ...

http://sanmarino.patch.com/articles/rockefeller-i-ve-always-been-a-pacifist

Jean A. Jerige, 79, Native Of Norwalk

... Danbury State Teachers College. She was a resident of Darien for 30 years. She was a member of Trinity Church in Greenwich, Conn., and also a member of the Women of Vision Greenwich chapter. Jerige is survived by her children, Brian Reed (MaryBeth) ...

http://norwalk.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/jean-jerige-79-longtime-darien-resident-0

Letter: Murphy misrepresents issues

... the country every month, this is another unbridled misrepresentation of fact. The health insurance consultant for Greenwich just advised that the town's premiums will increase $30 million over the next five years solely as the result of Obamacare. ...

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Letter-Murphy-misrepresents-issues-4394608.php

Daily Updated Greenwich Job Listings For Byram, Cos Cob, Riverside And Old Greenwich Residents

Are You From The Town Of Greenwich And Looking For A High Paying Job In Greenwich, Connecticut? There are over 100 Good Greenwich Job Listings to help town residents in their job search. Just Posted.... RN Registered Nurse at Grey Group Hospitality Specialist at Hyatt Hotels Yesterday's Listings.... INVESTOR CENTER FINANCIAL REPRESENTATIVE RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE SALES REPRESENTATIVE PART-TIME, FULL-TIME US INVENTORY SPECIALIST - APPLE GREENWICH CT ENTRY LEVEL JR. EXECUTIVE - GOLDRUSH ADMINISTRATIVE ASST TO RESEARCH ASSTS ADMINISTRATIVE ASST. TO ANALYSTS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

http://www.topix.com/city/greenwich-ct/2013/03/daily-updated-greenwich-job-listings-for-byram-cos-cob-riverside-and-old-greenwich-residents

Rogue Dentist HIV

As many as 7,000 dental patients in Oklahoma are being urged to take blood tests for hepatitis or the virus that causes AIDS after health officials said they discovered that instruments in a local practice were not properly cleaned.

http://www.courant.com/news/breaking/la-na-nn-oklahoma-officials-ask-7000-patients-to-get-hepatitus-aids-tests-20130328,0,6252696.story

Adorable Alert: Watch This Giraffe Stand Up For The First Time

... she's taking it like a champ. The above giraffe was born last week at the LEO Zoological Conservation Center in Greenwich, Connecticut. The mother is a six-year-old Rothschild giraffe named Petal, and while the calf has not been named yet, all signs ...

http://www.cinemablend.com/pop/Adorable-Alert-Watch-Giraffe-Stand-Up-First-Time-54127.html

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Murder suspect claimed to be Quaker, pacifist in TV interview

... at the end of the court day. Other witnesses included Gerhartsreiter's boss at an investment banking firm and a Greenwich, Connecticut police detective who tracked the murder suspect in 1988. The interview is one of two Gerhartsreiter did with the ...

http://www.dailybulletin.com/news/ci_22891447/murder-suspect-claimed-be-quaker-pacifist-tv-interview

Pet Leadership Council

... us a big picture view and better understanding of how to work together." Bob Vetere , president and CEO of the Greenwich, Conn.-based APPA, will oversee the Pet Leadership Council. The APPA board of directors voted unanimously to create the panel. ...

http://www.petproductnews.com/headlines/2013/03/28/new-group-to-focus-on-pet-industrys-future.aspx

Regis' Greenwich multi-million dollar home being demolished by new owners

... purchase to tear down and rebuild . Over on the East Coast, it looks like the new owners of Regis Philbin's former Greenwich, CT home are also following suit. While not quite as outrageous as ripping down Pat Riley's former $16.75 waterfront Florida ...

http://blog.sfgate.com/ontheblock/2013/03/28/regis-greenwich-home-deemed-a-teardown-by-new-owners/?

Former Fiancee of Alleged Rockefeller Impostor Testifies in His Murder Trial

... his appearance by growing a mustache and beard and starting to wear contact lenses instead of glasses after a Greenwich, Conn., police detective tried to reach him some time in 1988 at her home in New York City. Manabe said she helped Gerhartsreiter ...

http://sanmarino.patch.com/articles/former-fiancee-of-alleged-rockefeller-impostor-testifies-in-his-murder-trial

Stocks 'pushed around a little bit'

... light days, the market can get pushed around a little bit more on nothing,' said Frank Ingarra, head trader at Greenwich, Conn.-based NorthCoast Asset Management LLC. 'The market's still poised to go up.' While the improving economy is driving the ...

http://www.telegram.com/article/20130328/NEWS/103289898/1002/rss01&source=rss

Cops: Two Men Arrested In Attempted Greenwich Burglary

GREENWICH, Conn. Two men from the Bronx, N.Y., were arrested Wednesday after Greenwich police said they caught them attempting to burglarize a home on Morningside Drive, according to a police statement.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/cops-two-men-arrested-attempted-greenwich-burglary

Dr. Samuel N. Acerbo, 84, Army Veteran And Teacher, Of Port Chester

... Dr. Alvin S. Acerbo of Port Chester, N.Y.; sister, Mary Acerbo of Port Chester, N.Y.; brother, Anthony Acerbo of Greenwich, Conn.; Margaret Bosma of the Netherlands; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by sister, Anna; brother, Rocco. ...

http://portchester.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/dr-samuel-n-acerbo-84-army-veteran-and-teacher-port-chester

Hedge Fund Titan's Shopping Spree: Cohen's $60M Bet on Hamptons Real Estate

... to buy an island, like many Wall Street titans, Cohen owns several homes. While Cohen's main home is located in Greenwich, Conn., which has a basketball court and a two-hole golf course, he owns several other properties. He bought up a property in ...

http://www.advancedtrading.com/regulations/hedge-fund-titans-shopping-spree-cohens/240151886

Murder suspect claimed to be Quaker, pacifist in TV interview

... at the end of the court day. Other witnesses included Gerhartsreiter's boss at an investment banking firm and a Greenwich, Connecticut police detective who tracked the murder suspect in 1988. The interview is one of two Gerhartsreiter did with the ...

http://www.presstelegram.com/news/ci_22891447/murder-suspect-claimed-be-quaker-pacifist-tv-interview

Train Station Ads Claim Israel Does 'Apartheid'

... is a copy of a list of the Metro-North stations for where the ads are scheduled, provided to Patch by the group: Greenwich Cos Cob Riverside Old Greenwich Stamford Tremont Crestwood Hartsdale White Plains 125Th Street Fordham Woodlawn Ossining ...

http://scarsdale.patch.com/articles/train-station-ads-claim-israel-does-apartheid-ed2f2f65

Train Station Ads Claim Israel Does 'Apartheid'

... is a copy of a list of the Metro-North stations for where the ads are scheduled, provided to Patch by the group: Greenwich Cos Cob Riverside Old Greenwich Stamford Tremont Crestwood Hartsdale White Plains 125th Street Fordham Woodlawn Ossining ...

http://bedford.patch.com/articles/train-station-ads-claim-israel-does-apartheid-b3f297f0

Train Station Ads Claim Israel Does 'Apartheid'

... is a copy of a list of the Metro-North stations for where the ads are scheduled, provided to Patch by the group: Greenwich Cos Cob Riverside Old Greenwich Stamford Tremont Crestwood Hartsdale White Plains 125Th Street Fordham Woodlawn Ossining ...

http://rye.patch.com/articles/train-station-ads-claim-israel-does-apartheid-4851acaa

3/29/2013-Foley For Governor

When you study the different industries in Connecticut, don't forget to include the booming FBI investigation business.

http://www.courant.com/news/opinion/cartoons/hc-tom-foley-testifies-ethics-bill-20130328,0,5338133.story

Photos: Regis Philbin's $3.8M home being razed

The new owners of Regis Philbin's former Greenwich, CT home want to knock it down and rebuild.

http://blog.timesunion.com/hottopic/regis-philbins-3-8m-ct-home-being-demolished/5347/

Train Station Ads Claim Israel Does 'Apartheid'

... is a copy of a list of the Metro-North stations for where the ads are scheduled, provided to Patch by the group: Greenwich Cos Cob Riverside Old Greenwich Stamford Tremont Crestwood Hartsdale White Plains 125Th Street Fordham Woodlawn Ossining ...

http://whiteplains.patch.com/articles/train-station-ads-claim-israel-does-apartheid-25e83a75

DealBook: Judge Questions S.E.C. Settlement With Steven Cohen's Hedge Fund

... was troubled that, as part of the agreement, SAC did not have to acknowledge wrongdoing. The hedge fund, based in Greenwich, Conn. has emerged as a major focus of the federal government's long-running inquiry into criminal activity at hedge funds. ...

http://dealbook.nytimes.com/2013/03/28/judge-questions-s-e-c-settlement-with-steven-cohens-hedge-fund/?partner=rss&emc=rss

Murder suspect claimed to be Quaker, pacifist in TV interview

... me at the end of the court day. Other witnesses included Gerhartsreiter's boss at an investment banking firm and a Greenwich, Connecticut police detective who tracked the murder suspect in 1988.

http://www.dailybreeze.com/news/ci_22891447/murder-suspect-claimed-be-quaker-pacifist-tv-interview

Randal Buckley, 67, Former Greenwich Resident

... ng Buckley's life will be held Monday April 1 at 2 p.m. at the Second Congregational Church, 139 East Putnam Ave., Greenwich Conn.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/randal-buckley-67-former-greenwich-resident

Regis' Greenwich multi-million dollar home being demolished by new owners

... purchase to tear down and rebuild . Over on the east coast, looks like the new owners of Regis Philbin's former Greenwich, CT home are also following suit. While not quite as outrageous as ripping down Pat Riley's former $16.75 waterfront Florida ...

http://blog.sfgate.com/ontheblock/2013/03/28/regis-greenwich-home-deemed-a-teardown-by-new-owners/

Elliman on the Market: Waterbury Farm

... and history. Located just 45 minutes from Manhattan and in close proximity to Westchester County Airport and Greenwich, CT, the home is perfect for commuting while maintaining a quiet, country lifestyle in one of the country's most coveted areas. ...

http://somers.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/elliman-market-waterbury-farm

PetSmart: Small Whiff But A Lot Of Woof, Woof

... According to Bob Vetere , the President and CEO of the American Pet Products Association, a trade group based in Greenwich, Conn, we should see another 4% gain this year. One of the biggest beneficiaries of this trend is PetSmart ( PETM ). PETM is a ...

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1306371-petsmart-small-whiff-but-a-lot-of-woof-woof?source=feed

Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Greenwich's Western Middle School Hires New Principal

Gordon Beinstein, a Greenwich resident who began his teaching career at Central Middle School in 1988, is returning to the town's school system as Western Middle School's new principal, the district announced in a release on Wednesday.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/greenwichs-western-middle-school-hires-new-principal

New Canaan girls tennis team eager to defend state championship crown

... May 24, 2012. Photo: Keelin Daly New Canaan High School's Kate Howard returns a serve during her match up against Greenwich High School's Danielle Cepelewicz at the Class L tennis finals on Friday June 1, 2012 at Yale's Cullman Courts in West Haven, ...

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/news/article/New-Canaan-girls-tennis-team-eager-to-defend-4389750.php

Greenwich rugby team too much for Fairfield Prep

Yoh Nakayama of Greenwich reaches up from the ground to attempt to take down Chris Golger of Fairfield Prep player during the rugby match between Greenwich High School and Fairfield Prep at Greenwich High School, Friday, March 22, 2013.

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/sports/articleGallery/Greenwich-rugby-team-too-much-for-Fairfield-Prep-4385712.php

Greenwich Resident Is Named New Western MS Principal

Greenwich resident Gordon Beinstein, who began his teaching career here in the Greenwich Public School system, is to return the district as the principal for Western Middle School.

http://greenwich.patch.com/articles/greenwich-resident-is-named-new-western-ms-principal

Perennial power Greenwich downs Staples in girls water polo

The Greenwich High girls water polo team opened its season in just about the best manner possible: dominating from start to finish in a 21-3 victory over visiting Staples on Tuesday.

http://www.westport-news.com/sports/article/Perennial-power-Greenwich-downs-Staples-in-girls-4389605.php

Roundup

If you thought you'd get to stomp the divots made by Prince Harry 's horse, think again.A charity match at the Greenwich Polo Club pitting the 28-year-old British royal against some of the sport's top talent, including Nacho Figueras, the face of Ralph Lauren , will be by invitation-only, Greenwich Time has learned.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Roundup-4389488.php

Record

The United Sole Sisters Luncheon and Fashion Accessories Boutique will take place at the Greenwich Country Club on Thursday, April 25.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Record-4389340.php

Greenwich Choral and Stamford Symphony take on Beethoven

... The music presents substantial challenges to the orchestra, conductor and especially to the singers. The Greenwich Choral Society , prepared by their conductor, Paul F. Mueller , joined the Stamford Symphony, conducted by their conductor and music ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/local/article/Greenwich-Choral-and-Stamford-Symphony-take-on-4383307.php

Spring preview: Staples boys tennis eager to reclaim top spot

Jake Hirschberg of Staples during doubles match against Greenwich in the FCIAC boys tennis championship between Staples High School and Greenwich High School at Wilton High School, Tuesday, May 29, 2012.

http://www.westport-news.com/sports/article/Spring-preview-Staples-boys-tennis-eager-to-4389358.php

Murder suspect changed name, hair color and stopped driving when cops sought him for questioning

... of Judge George Lomeli. She said that the couple's lives changed dramatically after she received a call from Greenwich, Connecticut police Detective Dan Allen who asked to speak with her boyfriend. "What he said was that his parents were in grave ...

http://www.pasadenastarnews.com/breakingnews/ci_22881897/murder-suspect-changed-name-hair-color-and-stopped

Mark Teixeira's Therapy Regimen

... two chiropractors. He has commandeered the services of one of those chiropractors, Gil Chimes , his neighbor in Greenwich, Connecticut, for a weekly two-hour session at Chimes' headquarters at Greenwich Sports Medicine. Besides doing chiropractic ...

http://www.mensjournal.com/health-fitness/health/mark-teixeiras-therapy-regimen-20130327

Regis Philbin's Former Greenwich Home To Be Razed

Regis Philbin's former home in Greenwich is undergoing some serious renovations by its current owners, Raymond and Yanina LaChance.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/regis-philbins-former-greenwich-home-be-razed

AQR Capital Management Launches 'Core Equity' Mutual Funds

... and sovereign wealth funds, as well as registered investment advisors. Founded in 1998, AQR is based in Greenwich, Connecticut, with offices in Chicago, London and Sydney. The fund incorporates multiple measures to build each style, including ...

http://eon.businesswire.com/news/eon/20130327005671/en/AQR-Capital-Management-Launches-%E2%80%98Core-Equity%E2%80%99-Mutual

Prince Harry to Play in the Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup, Greenwich, Connecticut, United States

Prince Harry is set to play in The Sentebale Royal Salute Polo Cup, Greenwich, Connecticut, United States on Wednesday, May 15, 2013.

http://www.restaurantnewsresource.com/article70296Prince_Harry_to_Play_in_the_Sentebale_Royal_Salute_Polo_Cup__Greenwich__Connecticut__United_States.html

Spring Real Estate market already heating up

Five-time Grammy Award winner James Taylor is the headlining performer at the 2013 Greenwich Town Party, which is scheduled for May 25 at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/opinion/article/Spring-Real-Estate-market-already-heating-up-4388622.php

Physician-assisted death: There ought to be a CT law

The Greenwich Time recently reported on a proposal being discussed in the Public Health Committee of the State Legislature that would allow physician-assisted death in Connecticut.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/opinion/article/Physician-assisted-death-There-ought-to-be-a-CT-4388616.php

Poll: Connecticut May Legalize Hunting Of Black Bears

... 0s, they began to reappear in the state. In early June 2012, a black bear cub was caught wandering around downtown Greenwich.

http://wilton.dailyvoice.com/politics/poll-connecticut-may-legalize-hunting-black-bears

Newtown Search Warrant May Be Released With Some Details Withheld

The prosecutor in charge of the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting probe has asked a judge for permission to withhold some information from warrants investigators obtained to search the home and car of shooter Adam Lanza .

http://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-newtown-search-warrants-20130327-1,0,5171609.story

'The Simpsons' House, The Batcave And More Fictional Houses You Can Live In

... Or if the Batcave is more your speed, you too can bring a little bit of the movies into real life. One fan in Greenwich, CT constructed a 12,000 square foot home theater that features an escape tunnel, Batcomputer and a room that houses a Batmobile. ...

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/03/27/simpsons-house-batcave-fictional-houses_n_2918105.html

In Sandy's Wake, FEMA Safety Step Impacts Condo

... resting on a three-foot-higher building site, said Lynne Ward, executive vice president of Natural RE/sources, the Greenwich, Conn.-based builder of River's Edge. She said FEMA was "making all of us [waterfront developers] do that," noting that an ...

http://tarrytown.patch.com/articles/in-sandy-s-wake-fema-safety-step-impacts-condo

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Via the LEO Zoological Conservation Center in Greenwich, Conn., here's an adorable giraffe calf standing up for the very first time - under the watchful eye of his mother, Petal.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/wonkblog/wp/2013/03/27/an-adorable-baby-giraffe-stands-for-the-first-time/

Meet Jordan Sandor, America's Most Compelling Action Hero, in Targets of Revenge

... action sequencesa those who enjoy plots revolving around covert CIA action will stick with this one to the end." Greenwich, CT - For readers who are seeking a book that will deliver the thrill of a James Bond movie, the suspense of a Jack Ryan ...

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/meet-jordan-sandor-americas-most-compelling-action-hero-in-targets-of-revenge-226854.htm

The prince's exclusive visit

... to lead healthy and productive lives. Prince Harry and Figueras will be opponents during a May 15 polo match in Greenwich to raise money for the Sentebale charity. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images) Prince Harry playing in the 2012 Jerudong ...

http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/One-tough-ticket-Prince-Harry-s-Greenwich-polo-4386466.php

AQR Capital Management Launches a Core Equitya Mutual Funds

The Resolution Law Group - There is a growing trend of houses going...

/EINPresswire.com/ THE RESOLUTION LAW GROUP PC., GREENWICH, CT. MARCH 27, 2013 www.Theresolutionlawgroup.com "There is a growing trend of houses going into foreclosure and never coming out", says Geoffrey Broderick of The Resolution Law Group P.C. ...

http://www.pr-inside.com/the-resolution-law-group-there-r3623646.htm

Greenwich's Dorothy Hamill Quits 'Dancing With The Stars' With Injury

Olympic gold medalist skater Dorothy Hamill, who grew up in Greenwich, withdrew Tuesday night from ABC-TV's "Dancing With The Stars" because of a serious back injury, according to a report from ABC.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwichs-dorothy-hamill-quits-dancing-stars-injury

High school notebook: Greens Farms's Obi player of the year

Shooting guard Hunter Eggers (Greenwich) was named to the All New England Second Team, and sophomore Zach Baines (Stamford) received an Honorable Mention. In addition to the New England Championship, the Dragons won both the Fairchester Athletic Association regular season and postseason...

http://www.ctpost.com/highschool/article/High-school-notebook-Greens-Farms-s-Obi-player-4387011.php