The lawsuit is the first time in in New York state’s history that a sitting AG has sued the NYPD. Continue Reading →
NY Attorney General Letitia James Sues NYPD for Excessive Use of Force
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Peaceful Vigil in Binney Park Honors George Floyd
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People lit candles before a coordinated silence for 8 minutes and 46 seconds in honor of George Floyd and those who have come before him, showcasing the neighborhood’s unity with the cause. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, #blacklivesmatter, 8:46, Binney Park, George Floyd, Meg Nolan, police brutality
Greenwich RTC: There is No Place for Racism in Our Society
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“As Greenwich Republicans, we stand, united against those who violate the civil rights and freedom of any person, regardless of their race, creed or orientation.” – Dan Quigley, RTC Chair Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Dan Quigley, George Floyd, Greenwich Republicans, racism, RTC
PHOTOS: Crowds Flood Town Hall for “Greenwich Cares” Rally against Systemic Racism
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A crowd of about 800 gathered at Greenwich Town Hall for the “Greenwich Cares rally for justice” organized by Indivisible Greenwich to honor George Floyd. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, #blacklivesmatter, Alex Kasser, Black Lives Matter, Donald Trump, Fred Camillo, George Floyd, Indivisible Greenwich
PHOTOS: Hundreds of Greenwich Youth March 8.46 Miles to Honor George Floyd
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“I think it’s very important for us to use our privilege and the community we have, that is very open minded to do something good and support other communities and to promote unity.” – Dado Suarez, GHS sophomore Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, #BLM, 8:46, Black Lives Matter, Campaign Zero, Eduardo Suarez, George Floyd, Greenwich High School
Mayor deBlasio Issues NYC Curfew through June 8
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After a fifth night of protests in New York City, and images of rampant looting in Manhattan and the Bronx circulating on social media into the overnight hours of Tuesday, Mayor Bill de Blasio rejected calls for the National Guard, stating that outside armed forces would make the situation worse. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, COVID-19, curfew, George Floyd, Governor Andrew Cuomo, Mayor Bill de Blasio, protests
Following George Floyd’s Death, Protest Erupts Outside Greenwich Police Headquarters
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A crowd of about 150 people protested against police brutality in front of the public safety complex. Several uniformed officers including the commander of the patrol division and the police chief engaged in conversation, at one point taking a knee. Continue Reading →