Drug poisonings are now the leading cause of death of Americans between18 and 45. Nearly all of the pills sold on the street are counterfeit, and approximately seven out of ten them contain a potentially lethal dose of fentanyl. A new PSA Warns “One Pill Can Kill.” Continue Reading →
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Trio of Social Workers at Nathaniel Witherell Named Town Employees of the Month
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Fred Camillo presented the three women, valued members of the social work team, with “Certificates of Special Recognition” at brief ceremony at the Witherell. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, The Nathaniel Witherell
New Medical Director Named at Town-Owned Nursing Home,The Nathaniel Witherell
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Jack DiTeodoro, MD has been named as the Witherell’s new Medical Director. Dr. Francis X. Walsh will continue as an attending physician. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, Dr. Francis X Walsh, Jack DiTeodoro MD, John Mastronardi, The Nathaniel Witherell
Alzheimer’s Association Celebrating Hope Gala to Take Place at Delamar Greenwich Harbor
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The Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter is excited to announce the 11th Annual Celebrating Hope gala on April 26 at the Delamar Greenwich Harbor. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Health
Sustainability Committee Forum: PFAS – The Forever Chemical & Our Water
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On Wednesday, February 21 from 12:00 to 1:00pm, the Greenwich Sustainability Committee will host “PFAS: The Forever Chemical & Our Water,” a presentation and Q&A with Anne Hulick, the CT Director of Clean Water Action at Round Hill Community Church. Continue Reading →
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Christ Church to Host a Women’s Conference: “Mind, Body, Spirit”
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The conference features a series of talks and workshops presented by acclaimed thought leaders based on this year’s theme, Mind, Body, & Spirit. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Health, Christ Church Greenwich
Lamont and Coalition of Governors Urge the US Supreme Court to Protect Access to Abortion Medication Mifepristone
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The coalition of governors is known as the Reproductive Freedom Alliance. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health
Greenwich Health Dept: Respiratory Viruses Remain Active in Connecticut
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A January 19 CDC update detailed that many people are getting co-infected with more than one respiratory virus at a time including coming down with different strains of influenza. There are also several different COVID-19 mutations circulating, and you can become infected with more than one. Continue Reading →
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New RTM Flexes Its Muscle: Gets New Noise Ordinance in Place, Including Summer Ban on Gas Leaf Blowers
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“At last, instead of listening to ear piercing noise and inhaling toxic fumes, for a few months out of the year residents can enjoy some fresh air and the sounds of nature in their own backyards.” – Elizabeth Dempsey Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, Alexis Voulgaris, Alison Soler, Cathy Whitaker, Donna Gaudioso-Zeal, Elizabeth Dempsey, gas leaf blowers
Ty Louis Campbell Foundation Gala to Raise Funds to Benefit Childhood Cancer Research
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The fundraiser, with a Winter Wonderland theme, is Saturday, March 2, 2024, at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich in Old Greenwich from 7:00pm to 12:00 midnight. There will be cocktails, entertainment, casino tables and a charitable auction. Continue Reading →