Schools

Greenwich Students Awarded Presidential Diversity Scholarships at St. Lawrence University

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The Presidential Diversity Scholarship was first awarded in 2000-2001 to encourage further diversity in the student body and enhance educational benefits for all students. The program, which pays a substantial portion of a student’s costs four years, has since expanded to include students of any racial background who have demonstrated commitment to, and appreciation for, racial and ethnic diversity. Continue Reading →

Government

Dispatch from New Hampshire: Lisa Wexler on Last Day before Primary Election

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“I’m at a political rock concert. Crowd a bit scruffy, angry, passionate. The Donald intros his beautiful family, then takes the stage for an hour. Rhetoric in a million directions, constantly interrupts himself with random thoughts and comments, mostly about the nuances and his grievances about the campaign itself. Uses the word “pussy” for mere shock value; the man is a born entertainer…” – Lisa Wexler, radio personality reporting from New Hampshire Continue Reading →

Food Drink Restaurants

Little Pub’s “Moroccan Picadillo” Chili Wins Big at MacChilifest in Westport

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Little Pub won first place in the Creative Chili category at Sunday’s MacChiliFest in Westport, where hundreds of guests slurped and sampled chili and mac ‘n cheese. Winners were determined by popular vote, and the top vote getter was Little Pub’s “Moroccan Picadillo Chili.” According to Little Pub owner Doug Grabe, the dish is not on the menu, but it will be a special this weekend here in Greenwich. Continue Reading →