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Proposed Ordinance Would Ban Traveling Circuses with Wild Animals

While the appeal of circuses with wild animals has faded, Laura Hagen, the Human Society’s Director of Trafficked Wildlife, said there was more work to be done. Despite legislation, exhibitors use wild animal acts and the “cruel tools of the trade” and they continue to come to Connecticut. Continue Reading →

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Residents Complain about Noise from Aquarion Night Time Work on Greenwich Ave

“Yes, you may have gotten a few complaints, but it has impacted all of us on Greenwich Avenue. Unless you’re living there and seeing what’s going on at night, you can’t even comprehend what we’re going through.” – Theresa Santos, Greenwich Ave resident Continue Reading →

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Neighborhood Facebook Groups Targets of Fraudulent Ads for Home Services

 

Car detailing, duct cleaning, garage door repair… homeowners can find supposed contractors offering up these services in their community Facebook groups on a weekly, sometimes daily basis. But, are these posts legitimate? In many cases, they aren’t. In fact, according to the CT Better Business Bureau, fraudsters have become so good at hijacking neighborhood Facebook groups, that moderators are having a hard time keeping up. These scammers often use persuasive language and attractive deals to entice unsuspecting homeowners. Continue Reading →

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AuthorsLive Event at Greenwich Library to feature by Sheri Koones: “ADUs – The Perfect Housing Solution”

 

AuthorsLive welcomes author Sheri Koones to Greenwich Library. She will be discussing her new book, ADUs: The Perfect Housing Solution, in conversation with Town of Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo and  Greenwich Real Estate Agent Mark Pruner. An Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is a smaller housing unit built on the same lot as a primary dwelling (also known as Additional or Auxiliary Dwelling Units)— think granny flat, in-law unit, laneway house). From coast to coast across the US and Canada, ADUs: The Perfect Housing Solution gives you an inside look at 25 charming, ultra functional, extra living spaces which may inspire you to build one of your own. Each house includes information about the type of construction, the major green features, and the myriad of uses—for family members, guest spaces, rental income, or more. Continue Reading →

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