Greenwich Roundup

Tuesday, October 1, 2013

People With A Mere $3 Million To Spend On Real Estate Can Live In Greenwich Now

Time was, you needed a bag filled with at least $10 million in unmarked twenties to buy a house in Greenwich, CT, where many a multi-billionaire hedge fund manager reside, and it's a legitimate insult to have a newspaper claim your home is a measly 14,000 square feet .

http://dealbreaker.com/2013/09/people-with-a-mere-3-million-to-spend-on-real-estate-can-live-in-greenwich-now/

Greenwich, CT Parents Didn't Realize Their Kid's Invitation To A...

Indeed, Cohen's private ways are a frequent topic of conversation in Greenwich, Conn., where he resides with his second wife, Alexandra.

http://dealbreaker.com/2013/09/greenwich-ct-parents-didnt-realize-their-kids-invitation-to-party-for-one-of-steve-cohens-kids-didnt-include-a-plus-1/

State GOP to Honor Tesei, Moccia

Greenwich First Selectman Peter Tesei will be honored at the First Selectman of the Year at the Connecticut Republican Party's annual Chairman's Dinner on Wednesday.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/politics-and-elections/p/state-gop-to-honor-tesei-moccia

Austin company's IPO ranks high on Q3 global list

... put RetailMeNot with the sixth-highest percentage share gain among all global IPOs in the quarter, the report from Greenwich, Conn.-based Renaissance Capital shows. RetailMeNot shares closed Monday at $35.57. Sprouts Farmers Market Inc. (Nasdaq: ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/austin/blog/techflash/2013/10/retailmenot-offering-ranks-high-on.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_46+%28Software+Industry+News%29

Letter: Marzullo Is a Constant Champion for Seniors and Residents

To the editor: Please vote for Drew Marzullo on Nov. 5 and return him for a third term as Greenwich Selectman.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-marzullo-is-a-constant-champion-for-seniors-and-residents

Rangers return to revamped Long Beach Ice Arena

... as a comfortable place to live, it wasn't a big town or city to get lost in," said Greschner, now 58 and living in Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.newsday.com/long-island/nassau/rangers-return-to-revamped-long-beach-ice-arena-1.6159901

Greenwich Honors Retiring Firefighter For 23 Years Of Service

Before his service with the Greenwich Fire Department, Stottle served as a paramedic for four years in the U.S. Navy.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/greenwich-honors-retiring-firefighter-23-years-service

Mets Coach To Join Golf Tournament For Norwalk's Stepping Stones

... Warthen. The group is celebrating the 10th anniversary of the museum's Swing Into It! Golf Tournament on Oct. 3 at Greenwich's Stanwich Club, according to a news release from the museum. The group has raised more than $500,000 in the event's ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/sports/mets-coach-join-golf-tournament-norwalks-stepping-stones

Congrats Emma Langley; PC Deli Failed Health Inspection; Rye Parking Permits

We told you to watch Greenwich's Emma Langley at the Westchester Triathlon this weekend, and she certainly proved us right! Langely, a 17-year-old 2013 Greenwich High School graduate, came in fifth place overall for the women's group and was first in her age group.

http://portchester.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/congrats-emma-langley-pc-deli-failed-health-inspection-rye-parking-permits

Help Wanted: Available Jobs in Greenwich Region

... can also search for jobs from these Fairfield County Patch towns using the links below: Jobs in Norwalk Jobs in Greenwich Jobs in Stamford Jobs in Darien Jobs in New Canaan Jobs in Wilton Jobs in Fairfield Jobs in Westport Jobs in ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/business-news/p/help-wanted-available-jobs-in-greenwich-region

Letter: Democratic Candidates Are 'Soul of Greenwich'

... focusing on YOU in your emergency. Beth Krumeich comes to the First Selectman's race as a long standing pillar of Greenwich. She served as President of the League of Women Voters, an officer of the Junior League, and a Co-President of the North ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-democratic-candidates-are-soul-of-greenwich

Fund Bracing for Market Shocks

... but AQR, short for Applied Qualitative Research, has been a standout on both fronts. Launching in 2010, the Greenwich, Conn., firm rolled out three alternative funds that are targeted at advisors and based on the hedge fund strategies it was already ...

http://www.financial-planning.com/fp_issues/2013_10/fund-manager-profile-aqr-managed-future-strategy-2686529-1.html

3 rescued after abandoning sinking boat in Long Island Sound

... compartment and the whole thing was flooded," George Staar said. Turning toward Great Captain's Island off the Greenwich, Conn. coast, Staar said he hoped to beach the vessel, but came up about 100 yards short of the shore. He called 911 and put ...

http://www.lohud.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.lohud.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013309300057%26nclick_check%3D1

Monday, September 30, 2013

Wall Street On A Budget Revives Greenwich Real Estate

Five years after the collapse of Lehman Brothers led to thousands of job cuts on Wall Street, smaller bonuses and a paralyzed housing market, Greenwich, Connecticut, is experiencing a revival in home transactions.

http://www.dailybusinessreview.com/PubArticleDBR.jsp?id=1202621422340&rss=rss_dbr

UConn's top booster on Pasqualoni firing: I told you so

... in business that way." Burton is chairman and chief executive of Burton Capital Management , a hedge fund based in Greenwich. He holds the same management position at Cenveo Inc. in Stamford, which touts itself as a $2 billion enterprise with 8,000 ...

http://www.newstimes.com/uconn/article/UConn-s-top-booster-on-Pasqualoni-firing-I-told-4858208.php

William Wiley Evans, 87, Former Greenwich Resident

... opportunity to live in France, Lewiston, N.Y., Alexandria, Va., and Darien. During his later years, he resided in Greenwich and Stamford. Evans is survived by his children, William W Evans III of Mount Pleasant, S.C., Robert L Evans of Stamford, ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/william-wiley-evans-87-stamford-wwii-veteran

From left: Jerry Speyer and Peter Malkin

... control of the company whose holdings include the Empire State Building , after Wien's death in 1988. And at Greenwich, Conn.-based Urstadt Biddle, a developer specializing in retail property, current chief executive Willing Biddle was given a talk ...

http://therealdeal.com/blog/2013/09/30/many-prominent-real-estate-dynasties-have-sons-in-law-in-power/

Greenwich bankers are only buying '3,4 or 5 million'-dollar homes now

The well-heeled bankers that saturate Greenwich, C.T. have become more conservative when it comes to buying mansions.

http://www.philadelphiaweekly.com/real-estate/greenwich_bankers_are_only_buying_34_or_5_million-dollar_homes_now-225804581.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+PW-RealEstate+%28Real+Estate+-+Philadelphia+Weekly+%29

One Family's Frustration in Dealing With School Bullying

On April 8, 2010, the Greenwich Time published an opinion piece I submitted after the death of Phoebe Prince, the South Hadley, Massachusetts teenager who committed suicide after being viciously bullied by her high school classmates.

http://norwalk.patch.com/groups/back-to-school/p/one-familys-frustration-in-dealing-with-school-bullying

Businessman Makes Major Donation to Norwalk Schools Music Program

... the need exists." Kuo, who is founder and president of Rental Instruments LLC, which has locations in Westport, Greenwich and Norwalk played a beautiful rendition of the national anthem on the cello to kick off the event. Attending the event was ...

http://norwalk.patch.com/groups/back-to-school/p/local-businessman-makes-major-donation-to-norwalk-schools-music-program

Pairing teak and stainless steel on the patio

... and strength of the two materials would be a natural for the American market. It was selling well in Europe, but a Greenwich, Conn., dealer told him he'd never be able to sell it. The dealer was used to traditional outdoor furniture and found the ...

http://www.star-telegram.com/2013/08/24/5101166/pairing-teak-and-stainless-steel.html

Obituary: John P. Fitzpatrick, 83, of Summit

... 55 years and lived in Summit. John was the proud father of James M. Fitzpatrick of Wilton, Conn.; Anne T. Getz of Greenwich, Conn.; John P. Fitzpatrick of Brooklyn, N.Y.; and Peter E. Fitzpatrick of Brooklyn. He is also survived by his adoring ...

http://www.nj.com/independentpress/index.ssf/2013/09/obituary_john_p_fitzpatrick_83.html

Teen suicide risk addressed by HSPC

... Fund of Darien 's Human Services Planning Council 's first meeting of the school year. In recognition of the Greenwich teen who committed suicide on the second day of school, the HSPC convened a panel to address the needs of local teens and parents. ...

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Teen-suicide-risk-addressed-by-HSPC-4856075.php

Greenwich bankers are only buying '3,4 or 5 million'-dollar homes now

The well-heeled bankers that saturate Greenwich, C.T. have become more conservative when it comes to buying mansions.

http://www.inman.com/wire/greenwich-bankers-are-only-buying-34-or-5-million-dollar-homes-now/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+reindustrynews+%28Inman+News+Industry+News%29

Wall Street on a Budget Revives Greenwich Real Estate

For Mari Nuzum, who spent three years searching, it's the best time to buy a home in Greenwich, Connecticut .

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2013-09-30/wall-street-on-a-budget-revives-greenwich-real-estate.html

Blue Chip REITs on Blue Chip Streets

... average office space along Fifth Avenue is around $102.00 per square foot. University Avenue in Silicon Valley and Greenwich Avenue in Greenwich, Conn., round out third and fourth on LaSalle's list with office rents of $95.00 and $93.00 ...

http://www.thestreet.com/story/12052795/1/blue-chip-reits-on-blue-chip-streets.html

Wall Street on a Budget Boosts Greenwich Real Estate: Mortgages

For Mari Nuzum, who spent three years searching, it's the best time to buy a home in Greenwich, Connecticut.

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-MTE65N0YHQ0X01-5S0LGQNNQ4KV0O5RKUAH3BU1PD

Boaters Rescued as Vessel Sinks Off Greenwich Coastline

Written by Barbara Heins Three boaters were rescued Sunday as the motor boat they were aboard began to sink in the waters off Great Captain's Island in Greenwich.

http://norwalk.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/boaters-rescued-as-vessel-sinks-off-greenwich-coastline_14d6459f

Wall Street on a Budget Boosts Greenwich Real Estate: Mortgages

For Mari Nuzum, who spent three years searching, it's the best time to buy a home in Greenwich, Connecticut.

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-MTE65N0YHQ0X01-12L2DPULFJ4S5CGVTR46N5LIA2

Five Things to Know This Week in Greenwich

Pat Knight, chairman of the Act II consignment boutique, managed by The Women's Fellowship of Second Congregational Church in Greenwich, dresses a mannequin in preparation for the shop's seasonal opening Oct. 2.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/week-ahead/p/five-things-to-know-this-week-in-greenwich

One Family's Frustration in Dealing With Bullying in Greenwich Schools

On April 8, 2010, the Greenwich Time published an opinion piece I submitted after the death of Phoebe Prince, the South Hadley, Massachusetts teenager who committed suicide after being viciously bullied by her high school classmates.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/schools/p/one-familys-frustration-in-dealing-with-bullying-in-greenwich-schools

Greenwich Police To Welcome New Officer, Alexander Testani

The Greenwich Police Department will swear in Alexander M. Testani at a ceremony in the First Selectman's Office at 1:30 p.m. Monday.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/greenwich-police-welcome-new-officer-alexander-testani

Sophia's Costumes In Greenwich Celebrates 32 Years

Sophia Scarpelli, owner of Sophia's Costumes at 1 Liberty Way in Greenwich, invites customers and friends to commemorate her 32 years in business with a champagne celebration on Thursday, Oct. 3, from 4 to 8 p.m. Sophia's opened more than three decades ago in Greenwich as a vintage clothing and antiques shop.

http://weston.dailyvoice.com/business/sophias-costumes-greenwich-celebrates-32-years

Letter: Novakowski Has 'Dedication, Principles' To Be Greenwich Tax Collector

... we might have had to somewhere else, but the quality of life and priorities we've been able to instill living in Greenwich have made that decision one we are proud of. Rick and I have most enjoyed doing what we can to make this town a little better ...

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-novakowski-has-dedication-principles-to-be-greenwich-tax-collector

Academic Achievements Earned by Greenwich Students

Kechejian is a freshman at the university. Benjamin Daniels of Greenwich, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel L. Daniels.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/schools/p/academic-achievements-earned-by-greenwich-students

From Sandy Hook tragedy, teacher hopes to sow seeds of kindness

Kaitlin Roig-DeBellis recalls her time as a teacher at Sandy Hook Elementary and explains her new program, Classes4Classes, in her Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/From-Sandy-Hook-tragedy-teacher-hopes-to-sow-4855197.php

Sunday, September 29, 2013

Boaters Rescued as Vessel Sinks Off Greenwich Coastline

Three boaters were rescued Sunday as the motor boat they were aboard began to sink in the waters off Great Captain's Island in Greenwich.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/boaters-rescued-as-vessel-sinks-off-greenwich-coastline

Boom harvest for Connecticut apple orchards

Elena Higgins, 7, of Greenwich, shows her family her picks at Silverman's Farm in Easton, Conn.

http://www.newstimes.com/local/article/Boom-harvest-for-Connecticut-apple-orchards-4854922.php

Raising Greenwich homes to avoid floods

When Hurricane Sandy tore through the eastern seaboard last fall, Peter and Patricia Ekvall's low-lying Old Greenwich home suffered severe flood damage.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Raising-Greenwich-homes-to-avoid-floods-4854928.php

Reader Submitted: Goodwill Caree Centers Place 1,000 People In Jobs

... Lynch, program manager for the centers. Goodwill Career Centers are located in Bridgeport, Brookfield, Danielson, Greenwich, Hartford, Milford, Newington , Norwalk, Torrington and Westport. Designed to make employment services more accessible to ...

http://www.courant.com/community/rocky-hill/hcrs-80219-greater-hartford-20130927,0,5891255.story

Robert J. Bray, 77; Retired Bank Executive, US Army Veteran

Robert J. 'Bob' Bray of Cos Cob, and a longtime Greenwich resident, passed away on Monday, Sept.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/robert-j-bray-77-retired-bank-executive-us-army-veteran

AMC Networks could reach $80 in a year, Barron's says

Goldman to host a conference 22nd Annual Communacopia Conference is being held in New York on September 24-26. CRT Capital to host a conference 1:1 Investor Conference is being held in Greenwich, CT on September 23.

http://www.theflyonthewall.com/permalinks/entry.php/AMCXid1893557/AMCX-AMC-Networks-could-reach--in-a-year-Barrons-says

Teacher helps students pay it forward

Kaitlin Roig-DeBellis recalls her time as a teacher at Sandy Hook Elementary and explains her new program, Classes4Classes, in her Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/From-Sandy-Hook-tragedy-teacher-hopes-to-sow-4853400.php

Greenwich's Big Heart for Breast Cancer Awareness

A motorist makes a donation to Fill the Pink Boot at the Sept. 28, 2013 Proud to Wear Pink campaign on Greenwich Avenue.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/breast-cancer-awareness/p/greenwichs-big-heart-for-breast-cancer-awareness

Video: Proud To Wear Pink

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here in Greenwich the Fire Department is doing their part to raise awareness proudly wearing pink.

http://greenwich.itsrelevant.com/content/15822/Proud-To-Wear-Pink

Going it alone: Catherine Zeta-Jones covers up in turtleneck and...

... as she picked up a coffee while on a walk by herself. Downcast: Catherine Zeta-Jones grabbed a coffee alone in Greenwich, Connecticut on Thursday, two days after her joint birthday with Michael Douglas and a month since it was confirmed they are ...

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-2437432/Going-Catherine-Zeta-Jones-covers-turtleneck-sunglasses-solo-coffee-run-spending-joint-birthday-Michael-Douglas.html?ITO=1490&ns_mchannel=rss&ns_campaign=1490

Detroit tunnel operator sheds $830 million in debt

... in 2006 as part of a financial restructuring after the acquisition by Alinda, court filings show. Alinda, based in Greenwich, Conn., owns infrastructure projects in North America and Europe that serve about 100 million people a day, according to its ...

http://www.crainsdetroit.com/article/20130904/NEWS01/130909967/detroit-tunnel-operator-sheds-830-million-in-debt?CSAuthResp=1%3A673514039245511%3A246601%3A512%3A24%3Aapproved%3A1A6A4C3C8E6E76132BAFE5575D71BA31

SAC Capital head might be pleading guilty

... rather than face the circus of two trials. Indeed, Cohen's private ways are a frequent topic of conversation in Greenwich, Conn., where he resides with his second wife, Alexandra. One famous story among the parents of students at the Convent of the ...

http://nypost.com/2013/09/28/sac-capital-head-might-be-pleading-guilty/

Rangers return to revamped Long Beach Ice Arena

2 Greenwich Mansions Sell for more than $10 Million

The pool and grounds of 140 Indian Head Dr., that has been sold for $11.9 million. Photo credit: Zillow.com.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/real-estate/p/2-greenwich-mansions-sell-for-more-than-10-million_d0dd6dbf

Eliot firm cutting Nova Scotia ferry service deal

... of Maine Maritime Academy, he was most recently operations and technical manager of TransAtlantic Lines in Greenwich, Conn., and has worked for several other shipping companies. "We are pleased to be invited to negotiate the terms for a mutually ...

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130816-BIZ-308160383

Steven Winter Associates Announces Four Projects as Department of...

... Dianne Griffiths, Executive Vice President of SWA. The Challenge Home winners are: the Performance House in Old Greenwich, Connecticut; the Gainfort-McKay home in New Fairfield, Connecticut; Wainscott Harbor Road project by Ferguson Design & ...

http://www.prweb.com/releases/Steven_Winter_Associates/DOE_Challenge_Homes_2013/prweb11157603.htm

Helen Cooper, 95; Greenwich Resident

From Castiglione Funeral Home. Helen Cooper, of Greenwich, passed away peacefully on Sept.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/helen-cooper-95-greenwich-resident

Letter: Republican To Cross Party Lines To Support Appelbaum in Ed Board Race

... ddress and resolve the most pressing issues facing the board. *Editor's note: More letters to the editor regarding Greenwich elections may be found in our elections and government categories.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/letter-republican-to-cross-party-lines-in-support-of-appelbaum-in-ed-board-race

Crumbine: Laudonia's Performance Merits Reelection as Tax Collector

I support the re-election of Tod Laudonia as Tax Collector for the Town of Greenwich, and here's why: Performance: Tod is Greenwich's first Certified Connecticut Municipal Collector or CCMC.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/elections/p/crumbine-laudonias-performance-merits-reelection-as-tax-collector

Greenwich Volunteers Offer Free Job Skills Training, ESL Classes

Job skills training program for women ages 18 to 45 will focus on preparing participants for a career in the customer service, computer and office management industries.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwich-volunteers-offer-free-job-skills-training-esl-classes

Stamford, CT Patch

... after the officer fell from a bridge in 2012 was charged in a strong-arm robbery , two suspects were busted in Greenwich during a drug deal, one of the suspects being from Stamford and a Stamford man pleaded guilty in federal court for his ...

http://stamford.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/stamford-week-in-review_54adc663

Saturday, September 28, 2013

Proposed ferry to feature restaurants, casino

Video: Weekly Wrap, September 27

... the agreement would be submitted to the city and BLT for revision. The board is set to make a decision Tuesday. In Greenwich, Yasmin Discua received a check for almost $25,000 through the Family Self Sufficiency program. The program, sponsored by ...

http://stamford.itsrelevant.com/content/15795/Weekly-Wrap-September-27

$130 Million River House Residence Is Now NYC's Most Expensive Home For Sale

... the $135 million Crespi-Hicks estate in Dallas, the recently price-chopped $140 million Copper Beech Farm in Greenwich, Conn., and the "off-market" $150 million Owlwood estate in Los Angeles. The "Residence," as it's called on its listing page, is ...

http://www.forbes.com/sites/morganbrennan/2013/09/28/130-million-river-house-residence-is-now-nycs-most-expensive-home-for-sale/

Victorian's secret: House has a touch of Gothic Revival style

... Church in Riverside in 1918 and founder and priest-in-charge of St. Savior's Church on Sound Beach Avenue in Old Greenwich, according to news reports. Later, he founded and served as the first Vicar of St. Christopher's Mission to the Navajo in ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/Victorian-s-secret-House-has-a-touch-of-Gothic-4843166.php

Con Ed: Temporary Power Fix Could Alleviate Some Woes On Metro-North

... the mishap this past Wednesday. "My reaction is it's a hell of a way to run a railroad," said Mike Gellert of Greenwich, Conn. On Wednesday afternoon, a high-voltage feeder and its backup were blown at a Mount Vernon station, knocking out power to ...

http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2013/09/28/con-ed-temporary-power-fix-could-alleviate-some-woes-on-metro-north/

Open Houses In Greenwich This Weekend

Tickets for the Greenwich Food & Wine Festival are now on sale and the list of celebrity participants has been confirmed.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/open-houses-greenwich-weekend-15

Happy Birthday To Greenwich's Paul Tudor Jones II

Paul Tudor Jones II, who has owned a home in Greenwich, turns 59 Saturday. Jones, born Sept.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/happy-birthday-greenwich-s-paul-tudor-jones-ii

Pairing teak and stainless steel on the patio

A License for Vanity Plate Humor

Here are some of the vanity license plates seen throughout Greenwich-from Byram to Old Greenwich-during the past week.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/a-license-for-vanity-plate-humor

Greenwich's Emma Langley to Compete in Westchester Triathlon

This Greenwich High School Class of '13 graduate is one 17-year-old that is sure to impress at this year's Triathlon.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/sports/p/greenwich-triathlete-emma-langley-to-compete-in-westchester-tri

YWCA honors women for spirit, service

Ten of Greenwich's most influential female volunteers were honored this week at the YWCA's 20th annual Spirit of Greenwich Awards.

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/local/article/YWCA-honors-women-for-spirit-service-4831043.php

Friday, September 27, 2013

Starwood Capital Group Announces the Appointment of Two Senior Executives

... be Senior Vice President of European Asset Management beginning in October. Mr. Scoville, who will be based in Greenwich, CT, brings a wealth of experience to his new role, having most recently served as a Managing Director with Apollo Global Real ...

http://www.vcaonline.com/news/news.asp?ID=2013092721

Piada prepped to go big after landing private equity investment

... by industry accolades and a rapid growth trajectory, now has financial backing from Catterton Partners , a Greenwich, Conn.-based private equity firm whose restaurant investments include Outback Steakhouse , Bonefish Grill and Noodles & Co. "We ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/blog/2013/09/piada-prepped-to-go-big-after-landing.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bizj_columbus+%28Business+First+of+Columbus%29

GE Healthcare announces agreement with Karolinska Institutet, Sweden

... held in Hong Kong on September 23-27. CRT Capital to host a conference 1:1 Investor Conference is being held in Greenwich, CT on September 23. Options Update; September18, 2013 iPath S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures down 83c to 13.70 Option volume ...

http://www.theflyonthewall.com/permalinks/entry.php/GEid1893072/GE-GE-Healthcare-announces-agreement-with-Karolinska-Institutet-Sweden-

Greenwich's Western Middle School Named International Baccalaureate School

... the leading educational programs in our nation. Their record is clear as a way to improve outcomes for students," Greenwich Superintendent of Schools William McKersie said in a statement. "I am thrilled that another of our schools now has this ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/greenwichs-western-middle-school-named-international-baccalaureate-school

Greenwich's School Of Music Founder Looks To Help Norwalk Students

... started Rental Instruments in 2000 as an extension of the Connecticut School of Music's locations in Westport and Greenwich, which he also founded. The business allows families and professionals to rent a variety of instruments for music lessons or ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/business/world-class-musician-looks-help-norwalk-students

What To Do Around Greenwich This Weekend

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

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/what-do-around-greenwich-weekend-9

Limited Train Service Continues Friday For New Haven Line Commuters

... shuttle from Rye to White Plains." Riders found ways to deal with the diminished service Thursday. Mark Kaicher of Greenwich asked his wife to drive him to the Harrison train station. "It's a minor inconvenience," he said. "They're working out the ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/limited-train-service-continues-friday-new-haven-line-commuters

Joyce Jordan, 71; Talented Artist, Shepherdess

From Legacy.com. Joyce Marie Jordan, of Greenwich, went to be with her Lord on Sept.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/joyce-jordan-71-talented-artist-shepherdess

Greenwich-Stamford's Treetops Kicks Off Concert Season Sunday

The concert starts at 4 p.m. Sunday at Treetops on 359 Merriebrook Lane in Stamford, former home of torch singer Libby Holman and American abstract artist Louis Schanker, according to a news release from the society.

http://darien.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwich-stamfords-treetops-kicks-concert-season-sunday

NYC accountant arrested in Madoff fraud

... his lawyer said his client was himself "a victim of a sociopath." The executive, 77-year-old Paul Konigsberg, of Greenwich, Conn., was charged with five crimes in an indictment unsealed in federal court in Manhattan. Prosecutors said Konigsberg was ...

http://www.benningtonbanner.com/national/ci_24185778/nyc-accountant-arrested-madoff-fraud?source=rss

Thursday, September 26, 2013

Guide to Open Houses in Greenwich

Few things in life offer more excitement wrapped in fear than hunting for a new house. To help, we'll use this space to bring you the most updated list of open houses nearby. And don't forget to look for our weekly installment of House Hunt on Thursdays on Greenwich Patch.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/real-estate/p/guide-to-open-houses-in-greenwich_0cfaccf2

Letters: 'There is no deer crisis'

... sure that I would go to the hospital. He immediately drove to my father's office (my father is a cardiologist in Greenwich, Dr. Kevin Conboy ) and Drew made sure that my dad convinced me to be examined at the hospital. I met Drew again at Home Depot ...

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/news/article/Letters-There-is-no-deer-crisis-4843117.php

Letters: Would town be better with fewer schools?

... School, now retired, to wholeheartedly support Laura Erickson , Democratic candidate for the Board of Education in Greenwich. I do not live in Greenwich but I do know that the future of high quality education rests with those willing to roll up ...

http://www.norwalkcitizenonline.com/news/article/Letters-Would-town-be-better-with-fewer-schools-4847217.php

General Electric volatility low into Q3 and outlook

... held in Hong Kong on September 23-27. CRT Capital to host a conference 1:1 Investor Conference is being held in Greenwich, CT on September 23. Options Update; September18, 2013 iPath S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures down 83c to 13.70 Option volume ...

http://www.theflyonthewall.com/permalinks/entry.php/GEid1892843/GE-General-Electric-volatility-low-into-Q-and-outlook--

Glenn Close speaks out on family's struggles with mental illness

... for a global meeting of like-minded campaigners. Jessie is the youngest of the four Close children, who grew up in Greenwich, Connecticut. Their father was a surgeon who became involved in an extreme conservative missionary movement, Moral ...

http://www.canada.com/health/Glenn+Close+speaks+mental+illness+reveals+family+struggle/8962508/story.html

Charles J. LaMonica, 89; Mailroom Supervisor, Volunteer Firefighter

Charles J. LaMonica, of Greenwich, passed away peacefully on Sept. 22, 2013. He was 89. Born on June 7, 1924, in New York City, he was a son of the late Angelina and Santo LaMonica.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/obituaries/p/charles-j-lamonica

2nd Suspect Caught in Old Greenwich Gun for Drug Deal

Greenwich Police have arrested a second suspect in connection with the reported gun for drug deal that prompted a dragnet in Old Greenwich earlier this week.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/2nd-suspect-caught-in-old-greenwich-gun-for-drug-deal

Kittery resident urges approval of pier project

... "who don't have access to a dock and power" come there as well. "The impression is that you believe folks from Greenwich, Conn., with million-dollar boats are going to be using" the new dock, he said, "and that's not the case. They'll go to ...

http://www.seacoastonline.com/articles/20130924-NEWS-309240378

Louisville logistics facility might add 120 jobs

... The company also is considering an expansion project in Northern Kentucky that would add more than 80 jobs. The Greenwich, Conn.-based provider of third-party domestic and international freight-management services announced its potential expansion ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/news/2013/09/26/louisville-logistics-facility-might.html?iana=ind_man

Greenwich Cops: Darien Man Charged In Drugs For Gun Deal

A second suspect has been arrested in a drug deal in which the currency for the drugs was a firearm, Greenwich police said.

http://darien.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/greenwich-cops-arrest-second-suspect-drugs-gun-deal

Madoff's accountant busted related to Ponzi scheme

... 77, a longtime friend of the imprisoned Ponzi schemer, was arrested about 6 a.m. at his home in upscale Greenwich, Conn. on charges related to the $65 billion scam, a law enforcement source told the Daily News. "Konigsberg, a longtime accountant in ...

http://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/madoff-accountant-busted-related-ponzi-scheme-article-1.1468199

Robert John Bray, 77, Longtime Greenwich Resident

Bray was born March 6, 1936, in the Bronx, N.Y., to Ethel Strachan and Edward J. Bray, and moved with his family to Old Greenwich in 1944.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/robert-john-bray-77-longtime-greenwich-resident

Commerical marine operators look to LNG ,WSJ reports

... held in Hong Kong on September 23-27. CRT Capital to host a conference 1:1 Investor Conference is being held in Greenwich, CT on September 23. Options Update; September 20, 2013 iPath S&P 500 VIX Short-Term Futures up 26c to 13.84 Option volume ...

http://www.theflyonthewall.com/permalinks/entry.php/LNG;CQP;CAT;GEid1892538/LNG;CQP;CAT;GE-Commerical-marine-operators-look-to-LNG-WSJ-reports

Greenwich Riders Speak Out Against Proposed Hike In CTTransit Bus Fares

... $11.70 to $13.50. Town-to-town fares start at $2.35 per ride and would jump to $2.70, or an increase of $0.35. Greenwich resident Rosemary Ralph, who said she is a home health aide with clients in various towns in Fairfield County, said she is not ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/politics/riders-speak-out-against-proposed-hike-cttransit-bus-fares

A luthier work is, well, instrumental

... checks the positioning of a sound post inside one of the instruments he is working on inside his studio in the Greenwich Senior/Arts Center. A luthier is someone who makes or repairs stringed instruments. Photo: Contributed Photo Among the items ...

http://www.greenwichcitizen.com/news/article/A-luthier-work-is-well-instrumental-3791208.php

5 Things to Know and Do in Greenwich

Good morning Greenwich! The spate of sunny weather continues. According to the National Weather Service, today's forecast will be: High tides today will be running at 4:54 a.m. and 5:12 p.m., with the low tides at 11:05 a.m. and 11:48 p.m. And if you're into numbers, it's not that often that you'll have sunrise at 6:45 a.m. and the sunset exactly ... (more)

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/5-things/p/5-things-to-know-and-do-in-greenwich

SUV Stolen from Greenwich Driveway

The rash of vehicle thefts continues in Greenwich. Greenwich Police are investigating the Sept.

http://greenwich.patch.com/groups/police-and-fire/p/suv-stolen-from-greenwich-driveway

North Salem students named AP scholars

... named a semifinalist in the 2014 National Merit Scholarship Program. She attends Convent of the Sacred Heart in Greenwich, Conn. Hammonds completed 125 hours of community service during the 2012/2013 school year and was awarded the Harvard Book ...

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John Street Bridge In Greenwich To Reopen Friday

The town of Greenwich Department of Public Works announced that the bridge, which runs along John Street and Riversville and Round Hill roads, should open at the end of the day Friday.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/john-street-bridge-greenwich-reopen-friday

United Way Of Greenwich Hosts Fifth Annual Oktoberfest Fundraiser

The United Way of Greenwich is holding its fifth annual Oktoberfest fundraiser Friday, Sept.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/united-way-greenwich-hosts-fifth-annual-oktoberfest-fundraiser

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Performance BicycleA Launches Learning Center

... avid cycling enthusiast and the recreational rider. Performance Inc. is majority owned by North Castle Partners of Greenwich, Conn. For more information about Performance Bicycle, please visit www.PerformanceBike.com

http://www.freshnews.com/news/849067/performance-bicycle-launches-learning-center