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“We are living in polarizing times. But I have always believed that my responsibility is to represent everyone in this community. Whenever possible—and whenever it’s reasonable—I’ve worked to reach across the aisle, listen to different perspectives, and find solutions that serve us all.” – Steve Meskers
Monday night’s Representative Town Meeting at CMS had an added display in the entry hallway for the benefit of the RTM members as they arrived. Peter Berg, a past long time member of the RTM set it up. Mr. Berg is a strong proponent of a new skate rink, and his idea for “Harborside” is to build adjacent to the Island Beach Ferry Terminal on the site of the Town’s truck depot and the former teen center building.
“As a Greenwich resident, Vice Commander of the Byram Veterans Association and a member of the Hamill Rink Task Force, I had the privilege of participating directly in the Town’s review of the Hamill Rink replacement project. I am writing to express my strong support for the plan now before the RTM and to urge its approval.” – Michael Armstrong
Board-certified psychiatrist Aaron Krasner, MD, will present on Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) an FDA-approved treatment option for adolescents and adults
The access mats in Byram, like those donated by the Greenwich Lions Club at Tod’s Point, make it possible for people with limited mobility to access the water. Continue Reading →
Fintech startup company Tomo has selected Stamford as the home of its corporate headquarters. Continue Reading →
UPDATE: Gov. Ned Lamont has scheduled a special election for the 36th District Senate seat, which was vacated by Alex Kasser who resigned last month. The election will take place on Tuesday, August 17. On the second week of shakeups in local government, longtime Town Clerk, Republican Carmella Budkins, announced she will not run for another term. After 30 years, Ms Budkins said in a statement that it had been an honor to service the residents of Greenwich. Town Clerk Carmella Budkins in her office at Greenwich Town Hall. Continue Reading →
Coming this fall are four new Abilis programs and supports that will provide job training, life skills, employment and housing to those in the Darien community. Continue Reading →
This two-part project not only included donations of dog toys, food, dog treats, new dog beds/blankets, and laundry detergent but also an online Dog Photo Contest whereby people submitted their cute, funny or favorite photo of their dog. Thanks to social media, the contest extended beyond our borders. Continue Reading →
An possible text amendment to Greenwich zoning regulations would allow second floor dining on Greenwich Avenue if accompanied by a ground level restaurant use and the two floors operate as one business with a central kitchen. Continue Reading →
Novelty items such as party poppers, snakes, smoke devices and anything that emits a flame are not legal for private use in Connecticut. Continue Reading →
Children, youth, families, singles, and every combo are welcome! Continue Reading →
A domestic violence bill, “Jennifer’s Law” in honor of missing New Canaan mother Jennifer Dulos, was signed into law on Monday. Continue Reading →
The Town of Greenwich Parks and Recreation Foundation is holding a Firework Picnic fundraiser in conjunction with the planned Town fireworks on the evenings of July 3 and July 5. Supporters will be able to pre-order picnic boxes for curbside pick-up from 4:00 – 6:00 pm at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center on the day of the fireworks, rain, or shine. Continue Reading →