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Throughout the day, officers showcased specialized units including the SWAT team, dive team, and the department drone program. Police vehicles and equipment were displayed outside headquarters as children and families had the opportunity to speak directly with officers about their roles and training.
Forty-five members partnered with local nonprofits across Greenwich in a day of hands-on service supporting children, families, and community organizations.
“The RTM is voting in June to accept the Greenwich Speed Camera plan. We all want our children to be safe, but we do not want our Town to be the honey pot for an out of state Equity Fund.” – Janet Lockton
State Rep. Tina Courpas received the unanimous endorsement of
Republican delegates from Greenwich and Stamford on Thursday night at Greenwich Town Hall, officially beginning her campaign for a second term representing the 149th House District.
Transfers this week include an office building at 2 Arch Street, aka 2 Soundview for $20.5 million. Continue Reading →
Greenwich is quiet this week, but a rally to kick-off a petition campaign for a delayed start time for Greenwich High School drew a sizable crowd to Town Hall Thursday night. It was pointed out that GHS started later until the Mianus Bridge collapsed. To alleviate congestion on roadways school start was changed from 7:50 am to 7:30. In fact, back in the 1960s GHS started at about 9:00am. Featured photo: Parent Valerie Erde holding up a photo of two GHS students asleep at their desks during class. Continue Reading →
It’s easy to miss if you’ve never been to Scarpelli’s sausage store in Cos Cob. Located at 45 Bible Street for almost a century, the store, which sells sausage, beer and soda, is grandfathered into its residential neighborhood. Even the landline, established in 1920, remains in service. These days Patricia “Pat” Scarpelli owns he business and property. Her brother in law Peter “Mac” makes the sausage, which comes in several varieties. Customers come from far and near for their fix, and a long list of local restaurants insist on Scarpelli’s sausage for their recipes. Continue Reading →
What are you doing this Sunday? Think about heading up to Greenwich Polo Club with a picnic and taking in an afternoon of polo matches. Starting this Sunday, Aug. 23, the US Polo Association-sanctioned tournament, the East Coast Open, will take polo to a new level with three public matches, luxury sponsors, event-packed matches and top polo stars. Gates open at 1:00pm and matches start at 3:00pm. Continue Reading →
When Greenwich Police responded to a report of an unwanted person on Pemberwick Rd on Tuesday morning the suspect had left, but he was later arrested for Breach of Peace, Risk of Injury to a Minor (2 counts) Criminal Trespass, Criminal Mischief and Larceny. Continue Reading →
Juice Press customers can now pickup juices, smoothies, and organic food without getting out of their cars. Juice Press is offering curbside pickup in Greenwich. Customers call the store and place their order, pay over the phone, then give a call as they pull up to the curb. A Juice Press employee will run their order out to the car. The Juice Press location in Greenwich has a variety of products from green juices and bottled smoothies to fresh foods like kale salads, vegan sushi, raw oatmeal, chia puddings, and avocado toast. Continue Reading →
In March 2012, a woman who had been operating her 2005 Ford sedan traveling north on Riversville Rd between lost control, crossed over the double yellow line, left the roadway and rolled over. She was able to extricate herself from the vehicle and suffered only minor injuries. The investigating officer observed Centurione to be highly intoxicated and combative with emergency medical personnel at scene. She was released after posting bond but failed to appear in court. Three years later, she was taken into custody by Greenwich Police. Continue Reading →
A rally to raise awareness and build momentum toward a delayed morning start time in Greenwich Public Schools is being organized by Board of Ed member Peter von Braun. The event is set for Thursday, August 2o at 7:00pm in the meeting room at Greenwich Town Hall. Mr. von Braun has also started a petition that can be accessed and signed online via his website. The petition urges a speedy change to the school start time, specifically, no earlier than 8:30am. Currently GHS start time is 7:30am. Continue Reading →
Wondering what to do with your 3, 4 or 5 year-old this fall. Family Centers nationally accredited Early Care and Education program has limited preschool slots for 3-5 year old’s for this Fall 2015. Continue Reading →
Diane’s Books works endlessly to give back to the loyal Greenwich community and is one of the few privately-owned bookstores still standing. It has the largest selection of family books in the United States, continues to compete with large chain stores, and is about to turn 25. Continue Reading →