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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 club operator pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to use an interstate facility to promote or facilitate prostitution, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of five years; one count of conspiracy to defraud the IRS, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of five years; one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years; and two counts of engaging in a monetary transaction in property derived from unlawful activity, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of 10 years on each count.
“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
“Family Centers, Inc., based out of Greenwich, and recipient of a $566,667 grant to create a new health center at the Wilbur Peck Court, is a vital member of the community and leading example of how access to healthcare can make a dramatic difference in people‘s lives.” – Jim Himes Continue Reading →
Catterton, the consumer-focused private equity firm who purchased 599 West Putnam Ave on Aug 6 for $22 million, went before the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) on Wednesday night after Planning & Zoning left the item open last week. The board voted unanimously to grant a variance requested to construct a paved terrace, characterized by the landscape architect as “a bosque,” where employees might have a cigarette or take a phone call, where currently the stone cottage sits. Continue Reading →
“On June 23, 2009 I was arrested at my home… For 5 ½ years, the Town put enormous pressure on me and my family to try to force me to plead guilty, accept a small fine, and agree to never again set foot on the Town’s 10 Hillside Road property. During this time the Town held meetings about MISA and Soil Remediation at Greenwich High School I could not attend; ran tests at 10 Hillside Road I could not challenge; and began work on huge remediation projects I could not monitor. On January 30, 2015 the Town dropped all charges against me.” – Bill Effros Continue Reading →
Greenwich Education Group manager of academic services and test prep administrator, Steven Leety-Wheeler, shares his advice picking a standardized test given the College Board transition to “new” SAT. He recommends taking diagnostics for both ACT and SAT and picking just one. He notes that the ACT is not plagued with snafus like the SAT. Continue Reading →
Emma Daley turned 17 during her summer internship with Greenwich Free Press, but her writing talent and ability to suss out compelling features reflect maturity beyond her years. In just over a month she has written about animal welfare, police body cameras, and a sailing regatta. Watch for Emma’s upcoming feature on Diane’s Books and her interview with a Greenwich astronaut! Continue Reading →
Best Friends, whose motto is “Save Them All,” expects to open its adoption center in SoHo in early 2016. Since its founding in 1984, Best Friends has helped reduce the number of animals killed in shelters nationwide from 17 million per year to an estimated 4 million. Since its founding in 1984, Best Friends has helped reduce the number of animals killed in shelters nationwide from 17 million per year to an estimated 4 million. Continue Reading →
If you’re a fan of The Rummage Room in Old Greenwich, then you know Maria Drieghe. After 20 years spent at “the best little shop in town,” Maria is retiring. It all began one day in 1995 when Maria’s car broke down and she came into The Rummage Room to use the phone. The rest is history. The Rummage Room is closed for renovations and restocking through August 23. The shop’s long anticipated GRAND REOPENING is set for August 24! Also, There will be a special Open House Reception to honor Maria on Friday, August 28 between 10 am and 5 pm, so be sure to stop in then to say farewell. Continue Reading →
The recent warm weather and frequent rain events have increased the ability for mosquitoes to breed. Residents are encouraged to protect themselves whenever they are outdoors and be vigilant of standing water in discarded tires, birdbaths and catch basins. Suggestions include eliminating collected water in boat or pool covers and keeping grass cut short and shrubbery well trimmed around the house so adult mosquitoes cannot hide. Get rid of old tires, tin cans, buckets, drums, bottles or any water holding containers.
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From Holly Hill to River Road, August is heating up in the Assessor’s office at Greenwich Town Hall. Continue Reading →
It is alleged that Sonny Lee convinced an elderly Greenwich woman to donate over $1,000,000 in 2015 to a Christian charity, and keeping the money for his personal use. Bergen County Prosecutor John Molinelli thanked the Greenwich Police Dept. for their assistance in the investigation.
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