“I respectfully request that the Engineering Department at the Department of Public Works review the intended remediation area and take into consideration how and if the honey locust tree could be retained in a healthy manner while achieving the goals of safety and property concerns.” – Dr. Greg Kramer, Greenwich Tree Warden Continue Reading →
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Niemynski: Camillo’s Head Fake – Greenwich Avenue Bump Outs Getting Installed Despite The RTM’s No Vote
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“If Freddie plans on putting bump outs the whole way down Greenwich Avenue, he should also put Greenwich Police back on the Avenue. Otherwise, this is a recipe for disaster and the set-up for lawsuits.” – Rich Niemynski Continue Reading →
Filed under: Letter to the Editor, bump outs, Fred Camillo, Greenwich Avenue, Rich Niemynski
RFP Issued for Redevelopment of Greenwich’s Historic Havemeyer Building, Home to Schools Administration
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“After the First Selectman accepts the Respondent’s proposal recommended by the RFP Evaluation Committee, a follow-on committee will be established to coordinate with the winning Respondent for all necessary Town and regulatory approvals, to negotiate the lease, or other terms, and otherwise to support the execution and completion of the reconstruction project.” – RFP for the redevelopment of the Havemeyer Building Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Schools, Andy Duus, Fred Camillo, Greenwich Avenue, Greenwich Avenue historic district, Havemeyer building
Sorokin Gallery to Feature Solo Exhibition by Old Greenwich Artist, Ernest Garthwaite
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Garthwaite is best known for his landscape paintings that are both realistic and abstract. His use of gold leaf, inspired by fourteenth and fifteenth century Florentine art, helps to capture changing light and movement. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Arts, Ernest Garthwaite, Greenwich Avenue, Sorokin Gallery
Feedback on DPW Plans for 8 Greenwich Ave Intersections: Comply with ADA, Skip the Bump Outs
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At the May 30 DPW hearing, feedback from residents stemmed from bump outs proposed as part of the plan to make Greenwich Avenue ADA compliant. DPW’s Jim Michel said bump outs were necessary, but many residents were skeptical. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Government, Transportation, ADA, Beth MacGillivray, bump outs, Elm Street, Greenwich Avenue
Celestial Show: Greenwich Enjoys Monday’s Solar Eclipse
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Shoppers and workers lined up along Greenwich Ave to view the eclipse. Office workers spilled out onto sidewalks and Julian Curtiss School students gathered on the hill by the Bowman Observatory. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Chabad, eclipse, Greenwich Avenue, Julian Curtiss School, Maryashie Deren, Rabbi Yossi Deren, WGCH 1490
Knapp Building on Greenwich Ave May Return to Original Retail Use
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The space would be divided into two stores, one accessed from the rear parking area and one from Greenwich Avenue. Two existing apartments upstairs are not proposed to change use. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Fred D Knapp & Son Funeral Home, Greenwich Avenue, Knapp building
Selectmen Consider Shortening Outdoor Dining Season in 2024; ADA Accessibility & Compliance Urged
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The planned February 22 Selectmen meeting has been canceled and instead they will hold a special meeting via Zoom only on Tuesday, Feb 20 at 10:00am to discuss the outdoor dining plans for 2024.
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Filed under: Business, Government, Real Estate, ADA, Fred Camillo, Greenwich Avenue, handicapped parking, outdoor dining
Greenwich Ave Water Main Replacement to Begin Monday: Expect Delays, Detours
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The working hours that the Dept of Public Works and the Board of Selectmen approved for the project are 10:00 pm til 10:00am, Sundays through Fridays. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Government, AJ Penna & Son, Aquarion, Greenwich Avenue
Under Under New Ownership, Steam Offers Authentic, Affordable Chinese Cuisine on Greenwich Ave
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Bill Xia, who also owns Ollie’s 99 on Railroad Ave, purchased Steam in August. He has made significant changes, both to the menu and restaurant layout. As with Ollie’s, Xia’s approach emphasizes authenticity, top notch ingredients and affordability. Continue Reading →