Greenwich Art Society Hosting Annual Faculty Exhibition

GREENWICH, Conn. The Greenwich Art Society is holding its annual Faculty Exhibition from Dec. 5 to Dec. 30 at its gallery.

http://greenburgh.dailyvoice.com/events/greenwich-art-society-hosting-annual-faculty-exhibition

Ronald K. Freeman, 79, Of Bedford, Home Builder And General Contractor

... contractor in Westchester County. Freeman is survived by his wife, Nancy Freeman; children, Bradley Freeman of Old Greenwich, Conn., Robin Freeman of Santa Barbara, Calif., John Wadman of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and Warren Wadman of Rye; two ...

http://bedford.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/ronald-k-freeman-79-bedford-home-builder-and-general-contractor

Greenwich Land Trust Celebrates With Annual Meeting, Reception

GREENWICH, Conn. The Greenwich Land Trust invites its members to join in celebrating an exceptional year for land conservation in Greenwich at the annual meeting and reception.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwich-land-trust-celebrates-annual-meeting-reception

Greenwich Berkshire Hathaway NE Properties Helps Needy Families

GREENWICH, Conn. The Greenwich and Old Greenwich offices of Berkshire Hathaway New England Properties joined forces with Neighbor to Neighbor to help 300 families in need in Greenwich.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/real-estate/greenwich-berkshire-hathaway-ne-properties-helps-needy-families

Feds look at big expansion to Connecticut rail routes

A man wearing a winter hat and scarf walks along the platform of the Greenwich Train Station during the first winter storm of the season in Greenwich, Conn., Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014. Photo: File Photo A Metro-North train leaves the Stamford train station in Stamford, Conn., on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/articleGallery/Feds-look-at-big-expansion-to-Connecticut-rail-5931194.php

Feds look at big expansion to Connecticut rail routes

A man wearing a winter hat and scarf walks along the platform of the Greenwich Train Station during the first winter storm of the season in Greenwich, Conn., Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014. Photo: File Photo A Metro-North train leaves the Stamford train station in Stamford, Conn., on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2014.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Feds-look-at-big-expansion-to-Connecticut-rail-5931194.php

Thieves Target Greenwich Homes In Thanksgiving Weekend Spree, Cops Say

... police. Police doubt the crimes were ones of opportunity, instead believing the homes were deliberately chosen and Greenwich investigators are working with other police departments that have seen similar crimes. Due to the break-ins, police have ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/police-fire/thieves-target-greenwich-homes-thanksgiving-weekend-spree-cops-say

First Reserve Announces Partnership with Hoover Container Solutions

... and downstream, including resources, equipment and services and infrastructure. First Reserve has offices in Greenwich, CT; Houston, TX; London, U.K. and Hong Kong. Visit us at www.firstreserve.com for more information. About Hoover Hoover Container ...

http://www.vcaonline.com/news/news.asp?ID=2014120232

Greenwich man charged in gold coin theft

A Greenwich man hired for $15 per hour to help with a basement cleanup in October was arrested for stealing gold and silver coins from the homeowner. Michael Verdon , 23, of Armstrong Court, was arraigned Tuesday at the Stamford courthouse on a charge of second-degree larceny and held in lieu of a $5,000 court appearance bond.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/policereports/article/Greenwich-man-charged-in-gold-coin-theft-5930788.php

Oil's swoon on OPEC is rare boon for a few hedge funds

OPEC's decision not to cut oil output despite a market glut gave a late-month boost to several energy hedge funds in November, pushing them toward double-digit gains in a year marked by commodity fund closures. Greenwich, Connecticut-based Taylor Woods Capital Management, one of the larger U.S. energy hedge funds with nearly $1 billion under management, gained more than 5 percent last month and is up over 10 percent on the year, according to sources familiar with the firm's returns.

http://www.reuters.com/article/2014/12/02/hedgefunds-oil-idUSL2N0TM1QL20141202?feedType=RSS&feedName=rbssFinancialServicesAndRealEstateNews

'Premium' gift cards fly off shelves in Greenwich Starbucks

The display for Sterling Silver gift cards at the Starbucks location on Greenwich Avenue in Greenwich, Conn. Photo: Neil Vigdor GREENWICH--A $200 gift card, loaded with only $50 may seem like an ultimate example of frivolity.

http://www.ctpost.com/business/article/Premium-gift-cards-fly-off-shelves-in-Greenwich-5930552.php

'Premium' gift cards fly off shelves in Greenwich Starbucks

A $200 gift card, loaded with only $50 may seem like an ultimate example of frivolity. But here in southwestern Connecticut, the sterling silver Starbucks gift cards are selling faster than peppermint mochas, with the Greenwich Avenue coffee shop selling clear out of the limited-edition tag earlier this week.

http://m.ctpost.com/business/article/Premium-gift-cards-fly-off-shelves-in-Greenwich-5930552.php

Greenwich police report several burglaries over Thanksgiving weekend

Greenwich police tell News 8 they have stepped up both uniformed and plainclothes patrols in town. They have also made some adjustments to improve their patrol response and staffing levels.

http://wtnh.com/2014/12/02/greenwich-police-report-several-burglaries-over-thanksgiving-weekend/

Saratoga beer festival producer doubling number of festivals for 2015

... of America on Tap, the brand for the beer festivals that will quick off in 2015. Townsquare Media (NYSE: TSQ) a Greenwich, Connecticut-based media company owns five radio stations in the Albany area, including 107.7 FM, 103.9 FM, 105.7 FM, 104.5 FM ...

http://www.bizjournals.com/albany/news/2014/12/02/beer-festival-producer-doubling-festivals-in-2015.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_59+%28Sports+Business+Industry+News%29

An Epic 'Can-Off' for Western Middle School Students

... fresh food (with a dozen Thanksgiving turkeys thrown in for good measure) to donate to Neighbor to Neighbor (NTN), Greenwich's food pantry. The Western Middle school students found helping the community is a rewarding experience - plus, it didn't ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/epic-can-western-middle-school-students-0?

2 Men Accused of Having Drugs in Greenwich Public Housing Complex

Two men are facing drug-related charges afar Greenwich Police conducted a motor vehicle stop in a western Greenwich public housing complex. Officers are continuing increased patrols of the Armstrong Court housing complex on Hamilton Avenue in wake of the late October stabbing that left a man critically wounded, said police spokesman Lt.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/2-men-accused-having-drugs-greenwich-public-housing-complex-0?

Rash of Burglaries Thanksgiving Weekend in Greenwich

There were four burglaries and another attempted one at night over the holiday weekend and there were four other burglaries in November, according to Greenwich police. Burglars got into the homes by forcing doors open, smashing windows and, in one case, entering through an unlocked window on the second-floor balcony, police said.

http://www.nbcconnecticut.com/news/local/Burglaries-at-Greenwich-Homes-Over-Thanksgiving-Weekend-Likely-Connected-Police-284505111.html

First Bank of Greenwich Selects Cummins Allison ATM to Expand Its Brand

Cummins Allison , the leading innovator and provider of coin, currency and check processing technology as well as ATMs, today announced First Bank of Greenwich, located in Cos Cob, Connecticut, will expand its banking services with the addition of a Cummins Allison ATM. First Bank of Greenwich will expand its banking services with the addition of a Cummins Allison ATM "We saw the need to expand our presence in the community by adding additional banking touch points," said John Howland, president and chief executive officer.

http://it.tmcnet.com/news/2014/12/02/8123106.htm

Video: Shop for a Good Cause on Greenwich Ave. Tuesday

Last week we had Black Friday and yesterday was Cyber Monday for all that holiday shopping, but today is Giving Tuesday. This is a day for people to give back to non-profits and the Town of Greenwich is supporting with Greenwich Gives.

http://greenwich.itsrelevant.com/content/21287/Shop-for-a-Good-Cause-on-Greenwich-Ave.-Tuesday

Metro-North commuters at the Old Greenwich Train Station.

... NY just after 6am. The disruption was due to catenary wire damage in the vicinity of the Cos Cob station in Greenwich, Conn. caused by a crane operator who knock wires down while making track repairs. Serviced resumed shortly after 8 am but delays ...

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/local/article/Metro-North-On-time-performance-will-continue-to-5928232.php

Greenwich Winter Antiques Show, Benefiting the Greenwich Historical Society, To Feature 42 Exhibitors

This exciting weekend of events kicks off with a Gala Preview Party on Friday, December 5 from 6:30 till 9PM benefiting the Greenwich Historical Society offering delicious hors d' oeuvres, cocktails and the first look at the antiques show where buyers take advantage of this shopping privilege. Tickets required for the Gala and can be purchased at greenwichhistory.org/antiquarius.php or call 869-6899 ext.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-winter-antiques-show-dec-5-through-7-2014-benefiting-greenwich-historical-society?

A Connecticut Villa

To owner George Khouri, this Greenwich, Conn., home 'looked like the Munsters lived in it' when he first saw it. He said the property was overgrown with about 100 trees, and several bathrooms had leaks in the ceiling.

http://online.wsj.com/articles/house-of-the-day-a-connecticut-villa-1417533836?tesla=y&mg=reno64-wsj&url=http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10104134133213903948904580301183320540178.html

First Reserve invests in Hoover

... and downstream, including resources, equipment and services and infrastructure. First Reserve has offices in Greenwich, CT; Houston, TX; London, U.K. and Hong Kong. Visit us at www.firstreserve.com for more information. About Hoover Hoover Container ...

https://www.pehub.com/2014/12/first-reserve-invests-in-hoover/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+pehub%2Fblog+%28PE+HUB+Blog%29

Marlene Rooney, 81, Of Greenwich

Rooney is survived by her daughters, Janet Silva of Cos Cob, Sandy Panza of Greenwich; son, Terry Rooney of Stamford; five grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/marlene-rooney-81-greenwich

Ralph Lauren Rally a Gift for Bulls Eyeing Seasonality

... in place since 2012, according to Jim Stellakis, founder and director of research at Technical Alpha Inc. in Greenwich, Connecticut . This pair trade -- buying Ralph Lauren and shorting the S&P 500 ETF -- recently surpassed a significant resistance ...

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-12-02/ralph-lauren-rally-a-gift-for-bulls-eyeing-seasonality.html

Lera Jewels Plans Show In Rye In December

... Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston, Beyonc, Jill Goodacre and Sharon Osbourne. Lera Jewels are sold at Lillian August in Greenwich, Mayflower Inn and Spa in Washington, Dream Spa in Greenwich and Westport, and Bianca Boutique in Westport. Her line can also ...

http://rye.dailyvoice.com/events/lera-jewels-plans-show-rye-december

Greenwich's Bush-Holley House Hosts Candlelight Tours

The Greenwich Historical Society will host candlelight tours of the Bush-Holley house from 5 to 7 p.m. Dec. 14. In keeping with the society's current exhibition, "Greenwich Faces the Great War," tours of Bush-Holley House will focus on how the Holley family celebrated the holidays during the war years, including the meals they might have prepared.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwichs-bush-holley-house-hosts-candlelight-tours

Westport Jeweler Plans Trunk Show In Greenwich

... Paltrow, Jennifer Aniston, Beyonc, Jill Goodacre and Sharon Osbourne. Lera Jewels are sold at Lillian August in Greenwich, Dream Spa in Greenwich and Westport, and Bianca Boutique in Westport. Her line can also be found at Churchills in Mount Kisco, ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/events/westports-lera-jewels-plans-trunk-shows-holidays

Gloria Sugg, 91

Gloria Sugg of Bristol, CT, former Plymouth resident, widow of Merritt R. Sugg, died Friday, Nov. 28, 2014 at VITAS at St. Mary Hospital in Waterbury, CT. Gloria was born March 3, 1923 in Greenwich, CT.

http://www.capecodtimes.com/article/20141202/OBITUARIES/141209949/101063/NEWS

GIC to Buy Blackstone's IndCor Properties for $8.1 Billion

... Inc. (XPO) , a provider of services including airfreight forwarding and warehousing management that's based in Greenwich, Connecticut . Bloomberg reserves the right to remove comments but is under no obligation to do so, or to explain individual ...

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-12-02/gic-to-buy-blackstone-s-indcor-properties-for-8-1-billion.html

Granit Events and Catering Makes Its Debut Just in Time For the Holidays

... and compostable. Granit Events & Catering is the culmination of a life-long dream realized by Granit Balidemaj, a Greenwich, CT resident whose love of creating beautiful foods from scratch, coupled with his vast managerial experience in hospitality, ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/granit-events-catering-makes-its-debut-just-time-holidays-0?

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Greenwich Reform Synagogue is offering free Hebrew lessons, both biblical and modern Hebrew, on Thursdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 9:30 a.m. The lessons are led by Rabbi Andrew Sklarz, above.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/For-the-Record-5928486.php

Metro-North: On-time performance will continue to lag

... NY just after 6am. The disruption was due to catenary wire damage in the vicinity of the Cos Cob station in Greenwich, Conn. caused by a crane operator who knock wires down while making track repairs. Serviced resumed shortly after 8 am but delays ...

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/articleGallery/Metro-North-On-time-performance-will-continue-to-5928232.php

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On Tuesday, December 9, Dr. Nathan Smith will talk about iDinosaurs on Ice: Fossil Hunting in the Jurassic of Antarcticai at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich Doors open at 6:30.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/For-the-Record-5924720.php

Greenwich Saks fur theft suspect still at large

Police are still searching for one of the suspects in last week's theft of fur coats worth tens of thousands of dollars from the Greenwich Saks Fifth Avenue store. One of the suspects -- Gerald Norman , 50, of Mount Vernon, N.Y. -- was arrested after a chase across the state line following the Nov. 26 larceny.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Greenwich-Saks-fur-theft-suspect-still-at-large-5928408.php

Connecticut Republican Party Chairman Jerry Labriola, Jr., during the ...

... was chosen as this year's recipient of the Prescott Bush Award, named in honor of the late Prescott Bush Sr. of Greenwich, Conn., a former U.S. Senator and father of former President George H. W. Bush. Former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush, grandson of ...

http://www.ctpost.com/printpromotion/article/Push-to-remove-Labriola-as-state-GOP-chairman-5928320.php

With Sandy Paws, Greenwich Point Goes to the Dogs

That's all that could be seen at low tide late Monday afternoon at Greenwich Point - affectionately known as Tod's Point - in Greenwich. Dec. 1 marked the official start of the four-month reprieve for all canines and their masters and mistresses to take them for a romp in the town's most popular waterfront park.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/sandy-paws-greenwich-point-goes-dogs-0?

Metro-North admits it can't meet goal

... NY just after 6am. The disruption was due to catenary wire damage in the vicinity of the Cos Cob station in Greenwich, Conn. caused by a crane operator who knock wires down while making track repairs. Serviced resumed shortly after 8 am but delays ...

http://www.newstimes.com/local/article/Metro-North-On-time-performance-will-continue-to-5928232.php

New Greenwich High auditorium on track for next school year

A view of the west side of the MISA auditorium under construction at Greenwich High School. Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, Greenwich, Conn.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/New-Greenwich-High-auditorium-on-track-for-next-5928220.php

Greenwich writer sizes up national anthem

Marc Ferris, author of the new book on the national anthem titled "Star-Spangled Banner: The Unlikely Story of America's National Anthem," sings and plays guitar while performing his version of the song at his home in Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Nov. 28, 2014. Photo: Bob Luckey Marc Ferris, author of the new book on the national anthem titled "Star-Spangled Banner: The Unlikely Story of America's National Anthem," with his guitar while speaking about his book at his home in Greenwich, Conn., Friday, Nov. 28, 2014.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Greenwich-writer-sizes-up-national-anthem-5928140.php

Stamford almanac: Wednesday, Dec. 3

... meets 1 to 2 p.m. on the second floor of 1480 Bedford St. Call 800-842-1501. NATIONAL ALLIANCE ON MENTAL ILLNESS Greenwich-Stamford affiliate meets 7:30 to 9 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month in Conference Room B at the Tully Health Center , ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Stamford-almanac-Wednesday-Dec-3-5928048.php

Video: December 1 Marks 26th 'World AIDS Day '

... not pass it on to anyone else," said Tom Mahoney, the Director of the Office of Special Services for the Town of Greenwich. "This is a collaborative effort with Greenwich Hospital. They provide us with a nurse practitioner or a physician. We operate ...

http://greenwich.itsrelevant.com/content/21279/December-1-Marks-26th-World-AIDS-Day-

Greenwich Cop on DUI Patrol Injured When Driver Hits Police SUV

A Greenwich Police officer assigned to the holiday weekend to the driving under the influence enforcement detail was injured after a driver crashed into a police SUV that was parked in the Byram neighborhood looking for impaired drivers, according to police. The officer was parked in an unmarked 2014 Ford Explorer near 294 Delavan Ave., between Mead and New Lebanon avenues about 12:30 a.m. Nov. 29 when the driver of a 1999 Honda crashed into the left rear corner of the police vehicle, according to a police report.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-cop-dui-patrol-injured-when-driver-hits-police-suv-0?

With Greenwich Residents Away for the Holiday Weekend, Burglars Were Busy at Work

Thieves made off with untold amounts of goods stolen from four Greenwich homes during a night-time holiday weekend burglary spree. The burglars ransacked the homes after forcing their way into the homes through doors and windows, according to Greenwich Police spokesman Lt.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-residents-away-holiday-weekend-burglars-were-busy-work-0?

E. Lucas, 96, Former Resident Of Old Greenwich

Lucas was born Jan. 25, 1918, in Stamford, to James and Mary Moran. She attended St. John's School and graduated from Stamford High School.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/e-lucas-96-former-resident-old-greenwich

Dr. Michael J. Langan, 92, Of Greenwich

... He retired in December, 1995, and was named Emeritus Senior Attending Physician in the OB/GYN department at Greenwich Hospital. He was a member of the Horseneck Club, the Retired Men's Association and Greenwich Research Partners, an investment club. ...

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/dr-michael-j-langan-92-greenwich

Create Your Own Gingerbread House At Second Congregational Church

Decorate a pre-made gingerbread house Saturday, Dec. 6, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in Fletcher Hall at Second Congregational Church, 139 E. Putnam Ave. in Greenwich.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/create-your-own-gingerbread-house-second-congregational-church-0?

Greenwich Symphony Voyages to New Realms with Programming, Brilliant Soloist

It isn't often that a musical audience is transported from its earthly surroundings to pure states of mind, imagination, thought, and emotion, but that is what happened as the Greenwich Symphony, swollen to the fullest complement that the Dickerman Hollister auditorium at Greenwich High School stage could hold, played the second concert of it 57th season. Presenting works by Maurice Ravel, Richard Strauss and Dmitri Shostakovich, the performance held listeners in thrall, from the lush and lilting Valses Nobles et Sentimentales of Ravel to the brooding, sometimes manic Shostakovich Violin Concerto #1 .

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-symphony-voyages-new-realms-programming-brilliant-soloist-0?

Stamford Resident Anna Maria Gentile, 58

... at 10:30 AM at Sacred Heart Church, 37 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford. Entombment will follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Greenwich, CT. Relatives and friends may call at the Lacerenza Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 8 Schuyler Avenue, Stamford on Monday, ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/stamford-resident-anna-maria-gentile-58-0?

Vincent S. Giovinco, 94, Of Stamford

... f Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Monday, Dec. 1 at St Michael the Archangel Parish, 469 North St., Greenwich.

http://stamford.dailyvoice.com/obituaries/vincent-s-giovinco-94-stamford

December Program Listings For Temple Sholom Of Greenwich

GREENWICH, Conn. The Temple Sholom of Greenwich will be the host to a number of events throughout the month of December.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/december-program-listings-temple-sholom-greenwich

Happy Birthday To Greenwich's George Foster

George Arthur Foster, who owns a home in Greenwich, turns 66 Monday. The baseball outfielder was born Dec. 1, 1948, in Tuscaloosa, Ala.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/happy-birthday-greenwich-s-george-foster-0

Greenwich High Students Honored In Popular Mechanics For Research Projects

GREENWICH, Conn. -- Two Greenwich High School students have been featured as part of Popular Mechanics Magazine's "2014 Breakthrough Awards."

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/schools/greenwich-high-students-honored-popular-mechanics-research-projects

Greenwich Patch Week in Review: Fur Heist; Thanksgiving Festivities Galore; A $5.6 Million Manor Sold

Mother Seeks To Prevent a Tragedy; Man Breaks Into Business, Forces its Evacuation; Mother and Son Steals Neighbor's Safes on Thanksgiving: Nearby News Have a news tip? Email barbara.heins@patch.com. You can also post your own news, events and announcements on Patch by following these directions.

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Feds look at big expansion to Connecticut rail routes

A man wearing a winter hat and scarf walks along the platform of the Greenwich Train Station during the first winter storm of the season in Greenwich, Conn., Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014. Photo: File Photo In 25 years, a commuter living in Fairfield County might be able to get on a train in Bridgeport and go to Long Island, through a tunnel under Long Island Sound.

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Feds-look-at-big-expansion-to-Connecticut-rail-5926658.php

Kosta Karageorge, Peter D'Agostino - Why Can't Young People Get Through College Alive

... among college students. Last week, University of Virgina's Peter D'Agostino was buried back in his hometown of Greenwich, Connecticut. A suicide. More recently, Ohio State athlete Kosta Karageorge was found in a dumpster. A suicide. Then there are ...

http://speechwriting-ghostwriting.typepad.com/speechwriting_ghostwritin/2014/11/kosta-karageorge-peter-dagostino-why-cant-young-people-get-through-college-alive.html

Hands-On: The Extraordinary Richard Mille RM030 Le Mans Classic Limited Edition Racing Watch

... Cup, Richard Mille has close relations with the Le Mans Classic. Yesterday I visited Manfredi Jewels, a shop in Greenwich, CT with an exceptional selection of wristwatches from world-renowned manufacturers, to see Richard Mille's RM030 Le Mans ...

http://www.forbes.com/sites/lukerottman/2014/11/30/hands-on-the-extraordinary-richard-mille-rm030-le-mans-classic-limited-edition-racing-watch/

Greenwich Fathers' Forum

The Greenwich Fathers' Forum second session of the season, "Who are your Children's Friends," will be held at 8 a.m. Dec. 6 at the YMCA of Greenwich and will focus on the peer relationships our children develop. Speakers for the meeting will be John Hamilton and Chris Harris.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-fathers-forum-0?

A Birding Paradise in Greenwich

... ground to feast on its freshly-caught meal. Ted Gilman, senior naturalist and education specialist at Audubon Greenwich, enjoys "all things hawk" as he treats hundreds of visitors each fall to join him and his team of naturalists for fall hawk-watch ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/birding-paradise-greenwich-0?

Happy Birthday To Greenwich's Miljenko Matijevic

Matijevic, who has owned a home in Greenwich, turns 50 on Sunday. The rock singer was born Nov. 30, 1964, in Zagreb.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/celebrations/happy-birthday-greenwich-s-miljenko-matijevic

Happy Birthday To Greenwich's Roger Glover

Glover, who has owned a home in Greenwich, turns 69 on Sunday. The British bassist, songwriter, and record producer was born November 30, 1945, in Brecon, Powys, Wales.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/celebrations/happy-birthday-greenwich-s-roger-glover

Happy Birthday To Greenwich's Craig Swan

Craig Steven Swan, who owns a home in Greenwich, turns 64 Sunday. The former New York Mets pitcher was born Nov. 30, 1950, in Van Nuys, Calif.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/happy-birthday-greenwich-s-craig-swan-0

Arrest Of Suspect In Theft Of Fur Coats In Greenwich Tops Week's News

A suspect grabbed fur coats worth $50,000 in a brazen theft from the Saks Fifth Avenue store on Greenwich Avenue, police said. New York State Police charged a Cos Cob woman Brooke B. Wilson, 30, with two drug counts after she was pulled over on the Taconic State Parkway.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/news/arrest-suspect-theft-fur-coats-greenwich-tops-week-s-news

visit|article-5925250|interleaved-5924842-tab4|1Feds look at expansion to rail routes

In 25 years, a commuter living in Fairfield County might be able to get on a train in Greenwich and go to Long Island, through a tunnel under Long Island Sound. Or ride to Bradley Airport.

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Feds-look-at-big-expansion-to-Connecticut-rail-5925250.php

Feds look at expansion to rail routes

A man wearing a winter hat and scarf walks along the platform of the Greenwich Train Station during the first winter storm of the season in Greenwich, Conn., Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014. Photo: File Photo In 25 years, a commuter living in Fairfield County might be able to get on a train in Greenwich and go to Long Island, through a tunnel under Long Island Sound.

http://www.newstimes.com/local/article/Feds-look-at-big-expansion-to-Connecticut-rail-5925250.php

Feds look at big expansion to Connecticut rail routes

A man wearing a winter hat and scarf walks along the platform of the Greenwich Train Station during the first winter storm of the season in Greenwich, Conn., Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/local/articleGallery/Feds-look-at-big-expansion-to-Connecticut-rail-5925250.php

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Scene ... Chef Anthony John Rinaldi spent some time with singer Justin Bieber at Golden View Firenze Italian restaurant on Railroad Avenue in Greenwich. Bieber came into the restaurant late Monday afternoon for an afternoon snack with Evangelical pastor Carl Lentz.

http://m.ctpost.com/local/article/Bieber-snacks-at-Grenwich-restaurant-5924682.php

For the Record

On Tuesday, December 9, Dr. Nathan Smith will talk about iDinosaurs on Ice: Fossil Hunting in the Jurassic of Antarcticai at the Bruce Museum in Greenwich Doors open at 6:30. The talk begins at 7. Photo: Contributed Photo For the latest events and activities in Greenwich, turn to For the Record.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/For-the-Record-5924720.php

Bieber snacks at Greenwich restaurant

Chef Anthony John Rinaldi welcomed singer Justin Bieber to the Golden View Firenze restaurant in Greenwich last week. The pop superstar stopped in at the Railroad Avenue spot for a snack.

http://www.ctpost.com/local/article/Bieber-snacks-at-Grenwich-restaurant-5924682.php

Bieber snacks at Grenwich restaurant

Chef Anthony John Rinaldi welcomed singer Justin Bieber to the Golden View Firenze restaurant in Greenwich last week. The pop superstar stopped in at the Railroad Avenue spot for a snack.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Bieber-snacks-at-Grenwich-restaurant-5924682.php

Bieber snacks at Grenwich restaurant

Chef Anthony John Rinaldi welcomed singer Justin Bieber to the Golden View Firenze restaurant in Greenwich last week. The pop superstar stopped in at the Railroad Avenue spot for a snack.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Bieber-snacks-at-Grenwich-restaurant-5924682.php

Post Office to open 2 Sundays in December

Some area post offices will be open on Sunday, Dec. 7, and Sunday, Dec. 14, from 1 to 4 p.m. Offices include: Danbury, 23 Backus Ave.; Fairfield, 357 Commerce Drive; Greenwich, 29 Valley Drive; Milford, 300 Pepes Farm Road; Monroe, 270 Monroe Turnpike; Westport, 275 Post Road E. For the next two Sundays several area U.S. Postal Service offices will be open from 1 to 4 p.m. All types of retail business, including buying money orders, renting postal boxes and applying for passports can be conducted, in addition to mailing items, said Christine Dugas , a USPS spokesperson. "We've seen a double digit increase in the number of packages mailed this year," she said.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/news/article/Post-Office-to-open-2-Sundays-in-December-5924490.php

Greenwich museum tracks cats' moves with GPS

It's a fitting nickname, as the trailblazing tabby becomes the first feline to take part in a new initiative exploring life in Greenwich - among a very particular part of the population. The program is called Cat Tracker.

http://www.stamfordadvocate.com/news/article/Greenwich-museum-tracks-cats-moves-with-GPS-5924127.php

For the Record

On Saturday, Dec. 6, from 12 to 4 p.m. Greenwich Arts Council, 299 Greenwich Ave., will host a special childrenis event, iMeet the Minotaur; Explore the Labyrinth,i an interactive installation in conjunction with Donald Axleroadis Retrospective Exhibition: iAncient Myths, Modern Messages.i The event, centered on Greek mythology, will feature a ilive Minotauri and a 3-D labyrinth for children to navigate. Above, one of the pieces in the exhibit, iMinotaur Escapes the Labyrinth,i by Axleroad.

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/For-the-Record-5923574.php

Jessie Ford, 92; Mother of Greenwich Resident

Jessie Ford, of Highams Park, London, England, died peacefully surrounded by her family at Greenwich Hospital after battling a short illness, November 22, 2014 at the age of 92. Born in Chilton, County Durham, England on December 1, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Ernest and Mary Cockburn . She was the widow of Denis Arthur Ford whom she met while both were serving in the British Army in the north of England during World War II and they shared 40 wonderful years together in London until his passing in 1987.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/jessie-ford-92-mother-greenwich-resident-0?

Vincent S. Giovinco, 94; Former Financial Officer; Stamford Resident

... stian Burial will be held at 11 AM on Monday, December 1, 2014 at St. Michael the Archangel Parish, 469 North St., Greenwich, CT.

http://patch.com/connecticut/stamford/vincent-s-giovinco-94-former-financial-officer-stamford-resident-0?

Armstrong Court Renovation Plan Won't Include Senior Housing

Plans to build apartments for senior citizens at the Armstrong Court public housing complex have been scrapped by the Greenwich Housing Authority. The Housing Authority made the announcement at the Nov. 19 Board of Selectmen's meeting where the three-member board approved a municipal improvement status for the authority's proposal to renovate and expand the complex.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/armstrong-court-renovation-plan-wont-include-senior-housing-0?

Dorothy McCullough, Greenwich Resident

Dorothy J. McCullough passed away peacefully at home in Greenwich on Saturday, November 22, 2014, following an extended illness. Dottie loved her New York Yankees, and she was an avid golfer.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/dorothy-mccullough-greenwich-resident-0?

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GHP Office Realty, a White Plains, N.Y.-based real estate firm with an office in Greenwich, bought the former Martha Stewart production studio property in Westport earlier this month and put it on the market for $3.5 million. Andrew Greenspan, principal of GHP Office Realty, said the company wants to sell the 6-acre, part-commercial and part-residential property at 19 Newtown Turnpike to a hedge fund; technology or financial services company; nonprofit; senior housing developer; or a private school.

http://m.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Martha-Stewart-studio-property-on-market-5923325.php

Former Martha Stewart studio property on market for $3.5M

GHP Office Realty , a White Plains, N.Y.-based real estate firm with an office in Greenwich, bought the former Martha Stewart production studio property in Westport earlier this month and put it on the market for $3.5 million. Andrew Greenspan , principal of GHP Office Realty, said the company wants to sell the 6-acre, part-commercial and part-residential property at 19 Newtown Turnpike to a hedge fund; technology or financial services company; nonprofit; senior housing developer; or a private school.

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Former-Martha-Stewart-studio-property-on-market-5923325.php

Just how expensive are Fairfield County homes?

... report is based only on listings on the Coldwell Banker website, so it does not represent all homes on the market. Greenwich lands at number one with an average home price of $923,690 and Hartford is last at number 69 with an average home price of ...

http://www.dariennewsonline.com/realestate/article/Just-how-expensive-are-Fairfield-County-homes-5922527.php

The in-ground pool behind the house at 80 Fleming Lane.

... report is based only on listings on the Coldwell Banker website, so it does not represent all homes on the market. Greenwich lands at number one with an average home price of $923,690 and Hartford is last at number 69 with an average home price of ...

http://www.ctpost.com/realestate/article/Just-how-expensive-are-Fairfield-County-homes-5922527.php

Most Recent Job Openings in Greenwich: Wells Fargo, Kate Spade, Tumi and More

... Solutions is targeting top talent for its latest career opportunity. We are seeking a Sales Manager to join our Greenwich office. This... **Assistant General Manager** **Description** Position Summary: Leads the successful day-to-day operations of ...

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/most-recent-job-openings-greenwich-wells-fargo-kate-spade-tumi-and-more-0?

Small Business Saturday is Here: Support Our Greenwich Stores

Shop at Greenwich small businesses this Saturday, Nov. 29, and support your local neighborhood - and if you use an American Express card, you may get up to three $10 rebates . You can find out which Greenwich small businesses are participating in Small Business Saturday here .

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/small-business-saturday-here-support-our-greenwich-stores-0?

Advent Craft Workshop for the Whole Family

Join us this Sunday, November 30, from 2:00 to 4:00 pm in the Daniels Center of First Congregational Church of Greenwich, 108 Sound Beach Ave. .

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/advent-craft-workshop-whole-family-0?

Greenwich Planning and Zoning Extends Moratorium on Marijuana Dispensaries

The Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission agreed this week to extend its moratorium for another year on applications for marijuana related businesses, Greenwich Time reports. Town Planner Katie DeLuca said the town is trying to gather information on the experience of other communities where dispensaries have opened, however not much information has been available, the publication reports.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/greenwich-pz-extends-moratorium-marijuana-dispensaries-0?

GRS Receives Unanimous Approval for Synagogue

Greenwich Reform Synagogue was given unanimous approval by the Town of Greenwich Planning & Zoning Commission Nov. 25 for its plan to build a new Synagogue in the Cos Cob section of Greenwich. The P&Z vote paves the way for construction of only the second purpose-built synagogue in the town's 374-year history.

http://patch.com/connecticut/greenwich/grs-receives-unanimous-approval-synagogue-0?

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... that allows one party to have a super majority on the RTM, and we have issues because of it. Compare Fairfield to Greenwich, which has similar population and land area. Greenwich's nonpartisan RTM has 12 districts, each with 10 to 26 representatives ...

http://m.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/article/Letter-Don-t-trim-RTM-base-seats-on-population-5922551.php

Greenwich extends medical marijuana moratorium

The Greenwich Time reports the moratorium was initially put in effect last year to give town planning commissioners time to determine where a company selling legalized pot could do business. Town Planner Katie DeLuca said Greenwich is trying to find out what it's been like for other communities where marijuana dispensaries have opened.

http://wtnh.com/2014/11/28/greenwich-extends-medical-marijuana-moratorium/

Staples upends Greenwich, wrecking Cardinals playoff hopes

Greenwich High School football coach Rich Albonizio hollars at a referee during the Thanksgiving Day high school football game between Greenwich High School and Staples High School at Greenwich, Conn., Thursday, Nov. 27, 2014. Staples defeated Greenwich by a score of 38-21.

http://www.newcanaannewsonline.com/sports/article/Staples-upsends-Greenwich-wrecking-Cardinals-5921488.php

Greenwich Celebrates Small Business Saturday With Deals, Discounts

There's something to be said for small boutiques where you can find things not carried in big box stores. So explained Justine Matteis, manager of the Bruce Museum gift shop in Greenwich who believes shopping for the holidays shouldn't be just about heading to the mall or going online.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/greenwich-celebrates-small-business-saturday-deals-discounts

JIB Productions Brings 'A Christmas Memory' To Greenwich

"Seasons Readings," the theater adaption of Truman Capote's "A Christmas Memory" will be performed on Thursday, Dec. 4, in Greenwich and on Dec. 11 in Westport. The Dec. 4 performance will be held at the Greenwich Arts Council, 299 Greenwich Ave. The Dec. 11 performance will take place at the Westport Woman's Club, 44 Imperial Ave. "People who have not been unable to attend our lunchtime series because of work schedules can now come after work, while our lunchtime patrons can enjoy an evening out," said Inge Maki, the managing director.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/jib-productions-brings-christmas-memory-greenwich-westport

Greenwich Sets Date To Light Town's Christmas Tree

The annual tree-lighting ceremony will be held in front of Greenwich Town Hall on Friday, Dec. 5 from 3:45 to 4:30 p.m., the Greenwich Department of Parks and Recreation has announced.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/neighbors/greenwich-sets-date-light-towns-christmas-tree

How Was Your Black Friday, Greenwich?

Did you brave the crowds, Fairfield County? Control your road rage in the parking lot? Find the perfect deal? We want to hear about it. Share your Black Friday experiences -- the good, the bad and the ugly along with any photos (a pile of shopping bags perhaps?) -- in our Comments area below.

http://greenwich.dailyvoice.com/lifestyle/how-was-your-black-friday-greenwich

A Kick That Ties a Record

Staples junior placekicker Paul Tricarico tied a state record today by converting his 12th field goal of the season, this one for 21 yards. The Wreckers defeated the Greenwich Cardinals 38-21 to keep Greenwich out of the Class LL Tournament.

http://www.westportnow.com/index.php?/v2_5/51312/

Teardown trend back up in Greenwich

Buena Vista, an Italian-style mansion on Palmer Hill Road in Old Greeniwch, is expected to fall to the rejuvenated teardown trend in town. Photo: Contributed Photo

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/articleGallery/Teardown-trend-back-up-in-Greenwich-5921921.php

Thanksgiving happens at Stamford shelter with mayor's help

... Wells explained that he'd been living in the shelter for a week, despite his part time job at a mini-mart in Greenwich. Wells said that he suffers from health issues with his legs that limit his mobility, and have made it hard to find additional ...

http://www.greenwichtime.com/local/article/Thanksgiving-happens-at-Stamford-shelter-with-5921794.php

Staples upends Greenwich, wrecking Cardinals playoff hopes

Staples quarterback Teddy Coogan throws during the Thanksgiving Day high school football game between Greenwich High School and Staples High School at Greenwich, Conn., Thursday, Nov. 27, 2014. Coogan had three touchdown passes on the day as Staples defeated Greenwich by a score of 38-21.

http://www.ctpost.com/highschool/article/Staples-upends-Greenwich-wrecking-Cardinals-5921721.php

Man arrested in Greenwich fur coat theft

Police say a New York man was arrested after allegedly stealing tens of thousands of dollars' worth of fur coats from a Connecticut department store and touching off a police chase. Greenwich Time reports the theft from the Greenwich Saks Fifth Avenue happened around 11:15 a.m. Wednesday.

http://wtnh.com/2014/11/27/man-arrested-in-greenwich-fur-coat-theft/

Police make arrest in connection with $50,000 fur coat heist in Connecticut

Police have arrested one of two men suspected of grabbing $50,000 worth of fur coats from a high-end clothing shop on Wednesday in Greenwich, Connecticut, and then speeding off in a getaway car to New York. State troopers pulled over the pair on a highway near New York City and arrested the driver before the passenger slipped behind the wheel and took off, crashing into a police cruiser during the ensuing chase and escaping on foot, police said.

http://bangordailynews.com/2014/11/27/news/nation/police-make-arrest-in-connection-with-50000-fur-coat-heist-in-connecticut/