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The Glenville Volunteer Fire Company will honor Greenwich civic leader and philanthropist Ed Dadakis at its annual fundraising event on Thursday, October 4, 2018, at Tamarack Country Club.
Individuals were recognized for their investigative efforts and contributions to 31 significant federal criminal prosecutions and civil cases in Connecticut, including investigations involving the sex trafficking of children and an extensive “pump-and-dump” securities fraud scheme.
“Now more than ever, people see the Library as a ‘third place’– the civic center of the community. As a society, we spend a lot of time online – and in response, we see our patrons craving a warm, accessible, community-oriented space where they can come to connect with others; or to work, read, or even be online in the presence of other people.” – Barbara Ormerod-Glynn, Library Director
On Tuesday evening Greenwich Police spotted a resident known to have an active warrant for her arrest.
Without a full 45 minute opportunity block, it will not be possible to offer students a full credit course at the end of the school day. The BOE advised the administration to devise a structured 30 minutes for students who are not excused for sports or school sanctioned activity so that they don’t just leave school early. Continue Reading →
The weather was perfect for the 149th commencement at Greenwich High School on June 20, 2018. Continue Reading →
“My Armenian ancestors, who fled the Caucuses, arrived on Ellis Island via a ship called the La Bretagne. They were Christians desperate to escape persecution at the hands of the Ottoman Turks. Years later, those who stayed became victims of what would become the first genocide of the 20th century.” – Laura Kostin Continue Reading →
The 5th grade “Sailing On” Ceremony at Old Greenwich School featured remarks by GHS seniors who had previously attended the school. Oliver Fulton credited Frank Gasparino for his influence.
“It’s important to be able to know who you are and be yourself rather than try to fit in. This is something Mr. G always took into account. If I learned anything from Mr. G it’s be who you want to be, because that’s all that matters,” Oliver said. Continue Reading →
The IRS WILL NOT contact you by phone with threats for non-payment of tax liability. Continue Reading →
This Saturday, June 23, Adopt-A-Dog will be hosting an event at the park in front of Cos Cob Library (next to Cos Cob Fire House) 5 Sinawoy Road from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Continue Reading →
“Interviews, focus groups, and/or surveys of past GPS Superintendents, past and present district and building level leaders, and past and present Board of Education members will enable us to surface anecdotes and experiences, frame needs, and diagnose pressure points.” – Greenwich Alliance for Education Continue Reading →
Summer is right around the corner. Click here to see a variety of local summer camps. Continue Reading →
“This is unworthy of America. And this is the time when all people of conscience must stand up and say unequivocally, ‘NOT IN MY NAME.'” – Indivisible Greenwich Continue Reading →
“Far too often, individuals have a knee-jerk reaction, often fear-fueled, to the mere presence of wildlife and respond irrationally, using ineffective, lethal methods—including the use of leg-hold and body-crushing traps. These cruel methods are not effective in the long term, and simply creating a cycle of killing and needless suffering.” Annie Hornish, CT Senior State Director, State Affairs for Human Society of the US Continue Reading →