Cosi in Greenwich has closed at 129 West Putnam Ave. The Boston-based company has filed for bankruptcy. Continue Reading →
Cosi in Greenwich Has Closed
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In New Teen-Led Business, “Role Model Mentors” Pairs GHS Students with Kids Grades 3-8
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Brian Fagella and Catherine Veronis have recruited dozens of teenage mentors for a new business called Role Model Mentors, first piloted in Ridgefield. After success in that town, Brian and Catherine hope the operation, which pays teens who are paired with younger children according to shared interests for mentoring relationships. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Schools, Brian Fagella, Catherine Veronis, Greenwich High School, Role Model Mentors
Residents Share Stories of Gratitude during Thank a Cop Event at Joey B’s
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Thank a Cop Day at Joey B’s restaurant in Cos Cob drew a steady stream of residents and first responders on Tuesday. Many people said thank you for a specific incident. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Food Drink Restaurants, Police & Fire
Girl Power Rules at Sweet Lisa’s Exquisite Cakes
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Lisa Maronian is the Lisa behind “Sweet Lisa’s” Exquisite Cakes. Opening Sweet Lisa’s in 1993, Mrs. Maronian’s business involves three generations of women including Lisa, her mother Phyllis, and daughter, Victoria. Maronian was set to become an accountant until a chance visit to a cousin at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie made her aware of the Culinary Institute of America. From there the path diverted from accountant to pastry chef, and the rest is history. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Business, Albert Cumin, Sweet Lisa's
Free Workshop at YWCA of Greenwich: Ace the Job Interview
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A free workshop offers tips and strategies t job seekers of all ages. “Ace the Interview” will be led by Center of the Bullseye’s Tom McGarrity on Sept. 20 from 7:00 – 8:00pm at the YWCA of Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Bullseye Constulting, Tom McGarrity, YWCA of Greenwich
Whole Foods Marks End of Renovation with Weeklong Grand Re-Opening Celebration
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Whole Foods Market Greenwich’s will celebrate its grand re-opening for a week, beginning Sept 12! Events include a Bogavia Spa Event on Monday, Cheese Night on Tuesday, Cake Cutting on Wednesday, and “Mocktails & Hors D’Oeuvres” on Friday. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Whole Foods Market
Greenwich’s Ryan Smith Talks Collaborates with Property Brothers for HGTV
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It all started about a year ago when the producers of “Buying & Selling with the Property Brothers,” program on HGTV reached out to Muse Interiors.
Greenwich’s Ryan Smith was a senior designer at the time. He was recommended to be the Design Lead on the project, a remodeling of a 60s ranch house in Norwalk. The before and after photos are remarkable. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Arts, Business, Real Estate, Greenwich Window Treatments, Joseph Dermody, Lillian August, Property Brothers, Ryam
Total Wine & More to Immediately Stop All Alcoholic Liquor Sales Below the State Posted Price
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As a result of the investigation by The Department of Consumer Protection, Total Wine & More has agreed to immediately stop advertising and sales of alcoholic liquor below the minimum price rules set out in the Liquor Control Act at all four of its Connecticut retail stores. In addition, Total Wine & More will make a payment of $37,500 as part of the resolution of this matter. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Government
Connecticut BBB Issues Warning about Election-Based Fraud
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Voters are being targeted by criminals employing the same methods used against consumers. Beware if imposters who offer to “re-register” you as a voter. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Government, BBB, Better Business Bureau
Back to School Tax Free Shopping Week: What’s Exempt, What’s Not
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Tax Free Week was first enacted in 2000, and applies to most clothing and footwear purchases intended for everyday use. Now new and used college textbooks are exempt from the state 6.35% sales tax for students who present a valid college ID at the time of purchase. Continue Reading →