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P&Z Watch: Neighbors Voice Opposition to Greenwich Mega Mansion at Maple and Park

“The proposed plan would put a garage for 40 cars, an art gallery, art studio, indoor pool, squash court, office and laundry room all below grade. Clearly this plan violates the POCD and should not be approved. If it were approved, imagine what could happen. Developers could buy and merge adjacent lots in small lot zones and use the generous FAR to change the character in a neighborhood and in our town.” – Louisa Stone, former P&Z commission member

Schools

Greenwich Non-Profit Organization Announces College Essay Workshops

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Workshops will be held in person at The Reading Room in Cos Cob and via Zoom. Students will learn how to avoid common mistakes when writing essays, get expert feedback on their ideas, perform in-class brainstorming and writing exercises, and review successful college admissions essays. They will leave the class with a first draft of their College Essay Common App personal statement. Continue Reading →

Business

BBB Report Highlights Riskiest Scams and Growing Fraud Trends

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Slow down. Be wary of unexpected messages and offers that create urgency.
Verify independently.Research businesses, employers, sellers and investment opportunities using contact information you find yourself.
Don’t trust familiar names automatically. Scammers frequently impersonate legitimate companies and government agencies.
Protect your money and information. Never provide financial or personal information until you’ve confirmed who you’re dealing with. Continue Reading →

Obituaries

Juliane G. Stautner, 101

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Juliane G. Stautner, age 101, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026. Juliane was born in Würzburg, Germany on March 23, 1925, the daughter of Julie Veitinger and Dr. Paul Seisser, Doctor of Law and Doctor of Economics. Juliane attended Sophienschule, a private school for girls. After an internship at a couture dressmaker, she entered a school for teachers of home economics and early childhood education. At the end of WWII, she met Joseph F. Stautner who served with the U.S. Army Counter Intelligence Corps in Europe. Continue Reading →