“Learn how efforts around the country to stop teaching various topics in American history because of how it makes some people feel is actually denial of our greatest opportunity to honor all of those who came before us and to unite to build a better future for all that come after us.” – Bobby Walker Jr Continue Reading →
Janet Stone McGuigan
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Greenwich Democrats Recommend Candidate Slate for 2023 Municipal Elections. “We have a good shot this year.”
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On Wednesday night the nominating committee for Greenwich Democrats recommended a slate of candidates for the November 2023 municipal elections. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Anthony Moor, Bill Grad, David Weisbrod, Dawn Fortunato, Donnie Romeo, Eliot Alchek, Greenwich Democrats
The Party! Celebrating AVID and 10 Years of College Dreams Made Possible
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Saturday night’s benefit fundraiser organized by the Greenwich Alliance for Education for the AVID program marked “10 Years of College Dreams Made Possible.” Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Schools, AlisonColin, Amanda Vega, Arch Street Teen Center, Avery Imp, Beth Acerbo, Beth Finger
Big Turnout at Greenwich Pride Event Marks Decades of Progress though “The arc does not always bend toward justice”
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“We stand here with our neighbors and our families, our beautiful children who deserve to grow up in a world that is free from hate and discrimination. We stand together to create a message of love and acceptance. And rainbows.” – Alison Steinberg Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Holiday, Allison Steinberg, Christ Church, Drew Marzullo, Fred Camillo, Hector Arzeno, Janet Stone McGuigan
Greenwich Selectmen Consider Proposed Ordinance Creating a Fair Rent Commission
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“This is by no means rent control. That is a taboo word. This is for excessive rent.” – Greenwich assistant town attorney Laura McGeachy Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, Demetria Nelson, Fair Rent Commission, Fred Camillo, Janet Stone McGuigan, Laura McGeachy
Dog Park Proposed on Plateau behind Western Greenwich Civic Center: $30K Pledged by Pet Pantry for a Public-Private Partnership
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“There is lots of parking there. Not just on the side of the road, but there is a parking lot at the Western Greenwich Civic Center,” Camillo explained. “People park there all the time and walk up there stairs. Also there’s lots of houses in the vicinity that walk over there all the time, which is great for them so they don’t have to drive over there.” Continue Reading →
Filed under: Dogs, Government, Bendheim Western Greenwich Civic Center, dog park, Fred Camillo, Janet Stone McGuigan, Lauren Rabin
Mural Maybe? P&Z Says Town Reg Considers Proposed Old Greenwich Mural an Illegal Sign
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“Public art under this policy is defined as works of art in all artistic disciplines and media that are visually and physically accessible on public property within the Town.” – Greenwich Public Art Policy Continue Reading →
Filed under: Arts, Business, Government, Real Estate, Andrew Melillo, Carolyn Petersen, Janet Stone McGuigan, Margarita Alban
Boys & Girls Club 2023 Awards Night Sparkles: GHS 11 Grader is Youth of the Year
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On Tuesday night the Boys & Girls Club held its annual awards night to a record crowd of over 400. The 2023 Youth of the Year Recipient was Jada Brewington. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Giving, Volunteering, Alex Flook, Annette Wilson, Chief Joseph McHugh, Corey Paris, Cristina Vittoria
UPDATED: Town Owned Nathaniel Witherell Nursing Home Board Chair Larry Simon Resigns; Brad Markowitz Elected New Chair
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Larry Simon was reappointed to a third term by the RTM last October. This makes two openings on the board, and the Selectmen are looking for nominees. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, Amy Badini, Brad Markowitz, Elisabeth Quigley, Family Council, Janet Stone McGuigan, John Mastronardi
Building Committee “Moving with Purpose” on Renovation Plans for Iconic Old Greenwich School
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There is a BET public hearing set for Wednesday, March 29 at 7:00pm in the town hall meeting room, or via cable TV or YouTube. Continue Reading →