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The Greenwich RTM voted to approve a $542,404,659 budget for the town. Of that number $92,100,000 was for capital project funds.. Of that number, $92,100,000 reflects capital project funds. A high profile motion to reduce $40+ million funding for construction and design for the Hamill Rink modified flip in Morlot Park in Byram by $38,500,000, leaving only enough to fund design work, failed.
Greenwich Schools Superintendent shared a message noting that the swatting incident impacted Central Middle School. Out of an abundance of caution, CMS was placed in a Secure in Place status while officers assessed the situation. Officers assigned to school patrol were already on scene at the time of the incident and immediately responded.
Programming would include a balanced mix of Pilates, barre, yoga, medication and breathwork. The applicant seeks to offer group classes as well as private and semi-private instruction.
The Director of the Greenwich Classic Film Series suggests the existing large movie theater on Railroad Ave, proposed to be demolished and replaced with small boutique movie theaters, has great potential as a performing arts center for films, live theater, dance, film festivals and more. Continue Reading →
“He was a great friend, a hard-working employee and devoted family man.” – GoFundMe page created by Garden Catering for their longtime co worker, Geo Tapia-Zuniga who leaves behind a wife and 5-year-old son. Continue Reading →
“Athletic facilities, many of which I have been involved with in various capacities over the past five decades, will be another area that will get laser like focus. Having played, coached, and umpired on our fields, I know we can AND must do better. Many individuals and organizations stand ready to help the town, our wonderful Parks & Recreation Department, and schools. We need to encourage and embrace them all.” – Fred Camillo Continue Reading →
Three girls and three boys, all in their late teens, were in the car, a blue sedan, headed south on Canal Street when the car lost control, hit two utility poles. The crash resulted in two deaths of two teens. Two are in critical condition, and two are in serious condition. Continue Reading →
39 Hearthstone Drive sold on Aug 19, 2019 for $3,000,000 Continue Reading →
“As a product of Greenwich Schools I see firsthand how much teachers and administrators, parents and coaches care about the students. I was really excited to apply to this role. And thrilled to get it.” – Sasha Houlihan, director of communication for Greenwich Schools Continue Reading →
“I have vigorously fought the allegations and am sickened by the shear lack of accountability proven by the members of our State’s SEEC. …But I realize full well that another two-year legal battle and the fees that would cost far exceed the amount of a settlement.” – Tony Turner, former DTC Chair, BET member Continue Reading →
On Aug 17 just shy of midnight, Greenwich Police arrested a man who they found slumped over the steering wheel of his car at the intersection of West Putnam Ave and East Weaver Street. Continue Reading →
During the transition from high school to college many students and parents are faced with tuition payments, financial aid and scholarship applications, and often have to purchase a new laptop or tablet . These are all things that could lead to being scammed if not careful. According to theBBB Institute for Marketplace Trust, consumers ages 18 to 24 are three times more likely than seniors to fall victim to a scam. According to 2018’s BBB’s ScamTracker Risk Report, 41.6% of students reported a loss when exposed to a scam as compared to 28.3% of non-students. With college students being the primary target for scams,Better Business Bureau Serving Connecticut (BBB) has some useful tips and warnings for college students and their families. Continue Reading →
“We didn’t sign up to live next to a quarry.” – Ellen Brennan-Galvin Continue Reading →