Real Estate

What’s Next for the Wrecking Ball in Greenwich? Another Vintage Single Family in R-6 Zone

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After the stunning renovation and addition to the turn of century home at 303 Milbank Ave that served to preserve the historic streetscape at the foot of Milbank Ave – a major north-south artery in central Greenwich – it was a bit of a surprise to see  a Demolition sign go up in the same block at 265 Milbank Ave last week. That said, one block north, a row of three turn-of-century homes may be demolished by a developer in order to build a series of condominiums named “The Charleston on Milbank.” That project, at 259, 261 and 263 Milbank Avenue, is wending its way through the Planning & Zoning process. The Charleston on Milbank includes plans for underground parking built into the hill. Though tenants and owners will have elevators from underground parking spaces — two per unit — the eight “flats” will feature single floor living, each with a private outdoor space large enough to accommodate a fireplace or, possibly, a spa. Continue Reading →

Sports

Local Athletes Compete in Half Ironman Race in Syracuse

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The Syracuse Half Ironman, held on June 21 had 2,026 athletes competing from around the world. The course itself was challenging. Competitors faced a 1.2 mile swim in Jamesville Reservoir, followed by a 56 mile bike ride, looping through Onondaga, Madison, and Cortland counties, and a final 13.1 mile run throughout Jamesville Beach County Park, facing a plethora of rolling hills. Continue Reading →