From Ghana to Greenwich: Meet Winning Soccer Player, Emmanuel Twumasi

Emmanuel “Ema” Twumasi is a long way from Ghana, where he grew up playing soccer. At 11 he earned a spot at Right to Dream Academy, and at 15 he earned a scholarship to Kent School. This Thanksgiving he committed to Wake Forest University, which is currently ranked number one for soccer.

Fresh from scoring the winning goal for his East team in the Soccer All-American game with just 5 minutes left in the game, the promising 18-year-old soccer player said he looked forward to spending the holidays with his host family, Kirkpatricks of Old Greenwich, eating high school specials from Garden Catering and baking pumpkin pies. Continue Reading →

Christmas Tree Recycling is Underway in Greenwich

Parks & Rec started Christmas tree recycling on Dec. 26 and runs through January. Drop off your tree, minus tinsel, lights and ornaments and it will be chipped into free wood chips, courtesy of the Town of Greenwich. There are four drop off locations. The deadline for Christmas tree recycling is Jan 31.
There are approximately 30–35 million real Christmas trees sold in North America every year. Real Christmas trees are a renewable, recyclable resource. Continue Reading →

Meet 7-Month-Old Puppy “King” a Fearful Puppy Making Strides at Stamford Animal Control

When King arrived at Stamford Animal Control two months ago he was totally shut down and wouldn’t even eat. Today he ventures out of his crate and explores Animal Control Officer Tilford Cobb’s office but would do well in the care of a rescue group who could provide a quiet, calm setting for him to blossom and become a happy, relaxed boy. Continue Reading →