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At the CIAC Class LL boys outdoor track championships in New Britain on May 30, the Cardinals celebrated earning the team title, finishing ahead of rivals from Hamden. But the win was overturned by CIAC after a religious accommodation allowed a Hamden athlete to compete in the MM meet the following day, Sunday and have his points apply to the previous day’s event. The situation is unprecedented. GHS athletes and parents asked the CIAC to review how the situation was handled.
The 8U team won the Championship, defeating the Pomperaug Panthers 6-1 in front of an incredible home crowd at Banksville.
“Connecticut also got into cars early. Hartford, Bridgeport and New Britain all had their moment in the auto industry. But we also got into regulation early, because this is Connecticut and we do enjoy a good rule. In 1901, Connecticut passed the nation’s first statewide motor-vehicle speed-limit law: 12 miles per hour in cities and 15 on country roads.” – Jim Cameron
Sacred Heart Greenwich celebrated the graduation of its 177th class, comprising 69 young women on Friday. Among the 69 graduates, Sacred Heart Greenwich celebrated nine “lifers” who attended the school since Lower School and 12 student-athletes committed to continuing their athletic careers at the collegiate level.
The project is providing a mix of 4G LTE and 5G service to customers on the Metro-North Railroad route from New Haven to the border of New York. Continue Reading →
“Bullying, racism, prejudice – those are the themes that lead to dehumanization, and then if it gets to a certain level, genocide. And that’s something else we have to recommit ourselves to preventing.” – Van Krikorian Continue Reading →
The company offers offer excellent benefits, including medical, 401k and long-term disability plan. Salary commensurate with experience. Continue Reading →
The board discussed a pay-to-play scheme for athletes. Cody Kittle said charging a $220 fee per athlete, per sport, based on 2,072 athletes, yielded a savings of $455,600 – or 20% of the GHS Athletics budget. Continue Reading →
“Why aren’t we talking about changing the start time to the private schools for whom we pay for transportation. Why shouldn’t all schools benefiting from our school budget take a hit?” – Greg Piccininno Continue Reading →
“A favorite of mine is crossing the Harlem River into Manhattan as the trains traverse the Park Avenue Bridge. There’s a great view of the city skyline and brief views down the avenues.” – Jim Cameron Continue Reading →
OK to Delay Greenwich announces their first annual “Phone Down, Enjoy the Town” initiative, running from Monday, April 28 through Sunday, May 4. Continue Reading →
After a BOLO was issued, police in New York spotted a stolen Land Rover from Greenwich speeding on I-684, then crashing into a Mack truck driven by NY State DOT workers. Continue Reading →
“Listen. Reflect. Lead. Pay attention to these informed voices and vote for the financial needs of the schools, for the children and teachers in our district, and the overall health of the Greenwich community.” Continue Reading →
A longtime Greenwich resident and passionate swim instructor, Janet Poillon brings a wealth of aquatic expertise built over many years, along with an impressive background in leadership, service, and community involvement. Continue Reading →