Just a week after moving the locally produced stations from channels 79 (Government) and 78 (Educational), Optimum has decided to move them back by September 16. Continue Reading →
Optimum Cable Decides to Return Channels to Old Locations
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High Stakes in the Constitution State: The Rise of Problem Sports Gambling, Especially Among Youth
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“Sport gambling is the most addicting vice that I have ever seen. What makes this such a powerful addiction is the fact that I can do it on my phone. With an addiction already to my phone, the easy accessibility of placing a bet – within the span of 60 seconds I can place that bet. The temptation is always there, and has not gone away. Online sports gambling combines two addictions into one.” – “Ben,” university student in Connecticut Continue Reading →
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Community Rallies to Support Freccia Bros Garage after Eviction Ruling
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Freccia Bros Garage has operated in Greenwich since 1922, starting as a repair shop for carriages in the horse and buggy era and later pivoting to cars. In the 50’s there was an active used car sales business. In the 60s, Freccia Bros Garage started working on Volkswagens and never looked back. The pandemic turned out to be a boon to business as collectors paid high prices for vintage Volkswagens in online national auctions. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Giving, Dave D'Andrea Jr, Frank Freccia, Freccia Bros Garage, GoFundMe, Guinevere Freccia, Volkswagen
Optimum Completes Channel Shuffle for Local Cable Stations in Southwest Fairfield County
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Effective August 21, 2025, Greenwich Community Television (GCTV), formerly on Optimum Channel 79, has been moved to Optimum Channel 1310 due to a major channel reshuffling by Optimum. Continue Reading →
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AAA: Taking Your Car to College? Here’s What You Need to Know
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If your student does not bring a car to campus and is attending a college or university 100 miles or more away from home, they may qualify for a student away at school discount on your auto insurance policy, according to AAA Insurance. Depending on their grades, they may also qualify for a good student discount. Continue Reading →
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Attorney General Tong to Investigate AT&T over Unauthorized Charges
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“If you have information relevant to this investigation, we want to hear from you. And, if you are a customer, please double check your accounts, and report any unauthorized charges.” – Attorney General Tong. Continue Reading →
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RMA Speaker Talk: Cryptocurrency Controversies and Consequences
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This week’s Retired Men’s Association speaker is Dr. David Yermack will explain the latest developments in the rapidly expanding field of cryptocurrencies. Continue Reading →
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Inspired by Nature Photography, Moss Apparel Promotes Conservation
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Greenwich native Robert Moss who graduated from GHS in 2013 has started an apparel company featuring his original photos of wildlife to promote conservation efforts. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Giving, Moss Apparel, Robert Moss
Tong: Fake Cannabis License Scam Targeted Connecticut Retailers
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Attorney General for Connecticut alleges that the defendants misrepresented to retailers that they were part of a fictional state “pilot program” that authorized them to sell exclusive cannabis licenses and cannabis supply. No such program exists. Continue Reading →
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Farmers fleeced out of thousands of dollars by scammer posing as Connecticut business
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“It’s an awful feeling. I feel like I’m apologizing to people for something I haven’t done, but it’s out of empathy. I feel horrible for these people. People who buy these tractors are good honest people who like to do work with their hands. They scrape together the money and they won’t be able to buy another one. It just tears your heart out.” – Bob Wolff, owner of Woodbury Tractor Continue Reading →