Dogs

Everything Dogs Double-Feature: Look at Roscoe Now!

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This weekend’s “Everything Dogs” column featured Snow and Dynomite. But, readers may remember “Roscoe,” who was featured in the debut of Greenwich Free Press’s “Everything Dogs” column a few weeks ago. GFP photographed Roscoe at Mt. Vernon Animal Shelter while accompanying two Greenwich moms who make the trek several times a week to volunteer there. Tina Aronson and Kerri Ann Hofer wanted to volunteer at Greenwich Animal Control, but our municipal shelter does not allow volunteers. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Greenwich Art Society 97th Juried Exhibition Awards Announced

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On Friday night, the Bendheim Gallery was again abuzz  over a new set of artwork and a mostly new set of artists eager for news. Whereas last Friday’s “match-up” event was suspenseful for artists hoping to have been selected by Greenwich Avenue businesses for the upcoming May Art to the Ave event, the Feb. 28 the reception kicked off the 97th annual juried exhibition that runs through March 28, 2014. The annual juried show is prestigious in the art community, but if there were any frayed nerves in the gallery, a string trio playing in the paneled gathering space along the main corridor soothed any stomach butterflies. An abundance of sushi, salmon, sandwiches and bite-sized dessert assortments, as well as wine was on offer, and local artists had a chance to mingle and meet others from nearby towns and New York City. Continue Reading →

Schools

One GHS Senior’s Reflections on Black History Month

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The following speech was delivered by Alleyha Dannett, a member of Greenwich High School class of ’14 to the a gathering of government. In 1999, Will Smith, comedian, actor, and musical artist, had a song called Afro-Angel. In this song, he says, “Here I stand before you – brown. Color of the mountains Colossal as the earth Wrapped so deliciously within my own joy and misery Feathers of my wings paralyzed by the distance of my mind Here I stand before you, the color of the night Frozen by the potential of me.”
Hello all, for those of you who do not know me, my name is Alleyha Dannett, and I am a Senior here. I’ve lived in Greenwich, for about 8 years. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

The Phone Scam People in Connecticut Are Falling For

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On Friday Senator Chris Murphy sent a letter to the FBI asking them  to alert the public about a “malicious telephone scam” occurring in Connecticut and across the country. Murphy asked the FBI to publish the details of the scam via the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) so local authorities can be on the lookout. According to Murphy, “Callers from Connecticut describe a phone call they received where the perpetrator claims that a family member of the intended victim has been involved in an accident and is being held hostage until the caller receives money.” (Click here for full text of Murphy’s letter)

Not far from Greenwich, Police in Norwalk announced Friday that they have received several complaints from residents about an unknown caller saying that a family member had been in an accident and is being held hostage until the resident wires them money through Stop & Shop or Western Union. The suspect caller has been predominantly described as a Hispanic male or male with an accent. Continue Reading →

Tiny New York Kitchen: Cajun Jambalaya

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By Victoria Hart Glavin of Tiny New York Kitchen

Can’t make it to the French Quarter on Fat Tuesday? Celebrate Mardi Gras with New Orleans favorites and have your own party (ok dinner for husband and the kids). My recipe calls for shrimp, but I’m allergic to shrimp so I left it out of my dish. 1 Pound Peeled & Deveined Shrimp (Fresh or Frozen)
1 Medium Chopped Onion
1 Stalk Chopped Celery
1 Chopped Green Bell Pepper
2 Minced Garlic Cloves
2 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
2 Cups Chicken Broth
One 14 1/2 Ounce Can Undrained Diced Tomatoes
8 Ounces Andouille Sausages (Cut Into 1/2 Inch Slices)
3/4 Cup Uncooked Long Grain Rice
1 Teaspoon Crushed Dried Thyme
1 Teaspoon Crushed Dried Basil
1/4 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1 Bay Leaf
1/2 Teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper
1 Cup Cubed Cooked Ham

If using frozen shrimp make sure it is thawed. Rinse shrimp and set aside. Continue Reading →

Dogs

Everything Dogs: Snow and Dynomite

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Okay, snow is in the forecast and we’re sick of it, but, here is the good news: “Snow” is a super dog. She is just down on her luck. She was adopted from the shelter but the landlord forbade the owner from keeping her. She is a good, loyal girl who needs a chance. Here are some photos. Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Public Schools Statement on Arrest of Substitute Teacher

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Friday, February 28, 2014
Statement from Greenwich Public Schools Director of Human Resources Bob
Lichtenfeld

“Many of you may have seen media reports about the arrest of a substitute teacher, Mr. Michael Luecke, who has been working in a number of local school districts, including Greenwich. Mr. Luecke was arrested in Stamford for inappropriate behavior in another school district. Mr. Luecke was charged with public indecency, second-degree breach of peace and risk of injury to a minor. The behavior did not involve student contact. Mr. Luecke has been used as a substitute teacher at the secondary level in the Greenwich Public Schools as recently as this past semester. Substitute teachers undergo the same hiring scrutiny as do our regular teachers including fingerprinting, a review of any past criminal activity, reference checks, and a Google search. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Really? Greenwich Parking Fails and Escapades to Blame on the Snow

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This little white Honda, which doesn’t exactly blend in with the snow,  was creatively parked on what looks like a ramp of snow next door to Louie’s Italian Restaurant on River Road Extension on Thursday. Heeding the No Parking sign that refers to the street as opposed to actual pile of snow, presumably the driver has a short walk to his front door. Then there are the random bumpers and bits of cars strewn across town, peeking out of snow banks and lurking along curbs… Two great businesses to be in right now include auto body shop or car wash! Related Stories:

Really? Continue Reading →

Giving

March 1 Scouting-for-Food Drive: Collection Points at Fire Houses & Christ Church

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Why not take a few minutes to go through the pantry and give it a good pruning in time for spring? Greenwich Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts annual “Scouting for Food” drive is set for Saturday, March 1. Under the leadership of honorary chair Rep. Fred Camillo, Scouts will collect food from local residents to benefit Neighbor to Neighbor from 9:00am to 11:30am. Anyone wishing to donate food is encourage to visit one of the four drop-off locations:

Glenville Vol. Fire Co., 266 Glenville Rd
Cos Cob Vol. Continue Reading →

Arts

Fundraiser at C Parker Gallery Benefits Non-Profit that Nurtures Veterans

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Veterans make great entrepreneurs. That is the premise of BDV, which is short for Business Development for Veterans. The BDV Connecticut chapter, spearheaded by State Rep. Fred Camillo who serves as its executive director, held a lively fundraiser Thursday night at Tiffany Benincasa’s C Parker Gallery at 17 East Putnam Ave. BDV does not lend money. Rather the organization gives money in the form of grants to veterans turned entrepreneurs. Continue Reading →