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Oberlander, Camillo Discuss Environment at Forum
By Richard Kaufman Greenwich Point served as the perfect backdrop on Monday night, as First Selectman candidates Fred Camillo and Jill Oberlander took part in a “town hall” style forum on the environment. The event, which was
Town of Greenwich Remembers 9/11
By Richard Kaufman On Wednesday, the town of Greenwich gathered at the 9/11 memorial in Cos Cob Park to pay tribute to the 33 Greenwich victims and all of those who were lost in the terror attacks
September is National Preparedness Month
September is National Preparedness Month. Because natural disasters like hurricanes can occur at any time, the Greenwich Department of Health is reminding all residents to be prepared. “With today’s changing weather patterns, it is as important to
EVENTS
Junior League Holds Open House Sessions
The Junior League of Greenwich (JLG) will host two open house sessions for prospective members. Women interested in joining the JLG are invited to meet current members, learn what the JLG does and how to join the
Walk for Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities
On Sunday, Sept. 22, join the Smart Kids Stamford/Greenwich Chapter and a community of families, friends and professionals to celebrate the strengths of children with learning disabilities and ADHD, empower parents and combat stigma while raising funds for
‘Big Tomato’ Fundraiser to Benefit Community Gardens
Greenwich Community Gardens invites the community on Sept. 17 at 6:30 p.m. to The Big Tomato 2019, a cocktail party benefit held at the Greenwich Historical Society Barn to celebrate and support Greenwich Community Gardens. Tickets can
Backcountry Neighbor Day
Explore Northern Greenwich on Saturday, Sept. 21 during “Backcountry Neighbor Day,” starting at The Audubon Center, 613 Riversville Rd., between 9 and 11 a.m., where Patricia Lovejoy will greet you with coffee and maps to help you
LETTERS
Why I’m Supporting Fred
I’ve been a Greenwich resident for 15 years, and I’ve known Fred for nearly 10 years. I bought my home on Orchard Street in Cos Cob which is just a couple of homes away from where Fred
Letter: Oberlander’s Positive Policy
To the Editor, Oberlander’s positive policy-forward message resonates with voters. Democratic candidate for First Selectman, Jill Oberlander, last night reminded Greenwich voters why she is the best person for the job by putting her policies first. She
SPORTS
Greenwich Academy Field Hockey Already in Postseason Form
By Paul Silverfarb The more things change, the more they stay the same. Just ask head coach Jamie Brower and the rest of the field hockey team. Losing only two players from last year’s highly talented roster,
Brunswick Soccer Looking to Rebound, Battle for Postseason
By Paul Silverfarb It was never going to be a quick fix for Danny Simpson. When he took over the Brunswick School soccer program three years ago, he knew it was going to take some time. He
Hannigan Familiar With Brunswick’s Tradition
By Paul Silverfarb For Mike Hannigan, it’ hard to remember a time without the Brunswick School in his life. He’s an alum of the school and has been on the coaching staff with the team’s football program
OP-ED
Op-Ed: Time for Something Different
So this is something different. Something seems… missing. As I was looking through last week’s Greenwich Sentinel, my home for over four years, I had to stop and pause for a minute. For the first time in
FEATURES
Mexican Eatery La Taqueria To Open Its Doors
By Michelle Moskowitz After much anticipation, La Taqueria, a new Mexican eatery offering savory comfort food, opens on September 19. Located at 10 Greenwich Avenue, on top of the Avenue, this artfully designed restaurant aims to deliver
Education Feature: Purposeful Work Today for Tomorrow’s Leaders
By Molly King It’s September—time for all of us to go back to school or work. One of my favorite moments while raising our kids was watching my husband zigzag across the yard pushing the lawn mower
Heidi Brake Smith Celebrating the New Bruce
By Anne W. Semmes Heidi Brake Smith is much invested in her community of Greenwich. She’s brought her personal interest in public spaces – “how they function, how people react in public spaces,” to the Bruce Museum.
COLUMNS
Column: Fall Vegetables – Look Out, Here They Come!
By Julia Chiappetta Hello to my readers! I missed you over the summer while I took a three-month break, and my hope is that you are feeling hopeful, energized and blessed. Summer is officially
Early Education Column: Every Child Is A Student
By Lee Longo As I sat in a nail salon early one Saturday morning, I overheard two women having a conversation. “How did your son do in school this year?” “Not well, he’s not a “student”, she
Education Column: Helping Your Child Become a Better Reader
By Mary Forde The question I was asked to respond to this month was, “how can I make my child a better reader?” And my first question back is “better, how?” Faster, more accurate, more fluid, with
REAL ESTATE
Column: Five Reasons To Refinance Your House And Four Reasons Not To
By Cheryl MacCluskey Home loan interest rates appear to be hitting new lows almost daily. As you would expect the question being asked is; “Should I refinance?” It can be confusing for homeowners who want to refinance
House of the Week: Seaside Living/$39.5M
By Tom Williamson 23 Smith Road; Beds: 7; Baths: 9; Square footage: 8,150 houlihanlawrence.com/community/greenwich/ Stone walls frame the gated entry to this extraordinary Belle Haven waterfront estate encompassing 5+ exquisite acres on a private road with extensive
House of the Week: Midcountry Georgian/$3.495M
By Tom Williamson 101 Dingletown Road; Beds: 5; Baths: 8; Square footage: 7,450 raveis.com Beautifully Rebuilt & Expanded stone and clapboard Georgian using the highest quality materials including stone facade, cedar siding and roof, Marvin windows, custom
EDITORIAL
Editorial: Touchstones
Twice earlier this week, we gathered together as a community to remember and honor all those who died during the horrific terrorist attacks 18 years ago. Both gatherings, the one in Cos Cob Park and the other
RELIGION
Column: Valentine and Hart Leading with Love
By Nathan Hart Ben Valentine is the new Senior Pastor at Trinity Church. This is good news for Trinity and for our town. I am personally excited to partner with him in our churches’ shared visions to
OBITUARIES
Obituary: Joseph Minio, Sr.
Joseph C. Minio, Sr., age 76, born in Putnam, CT, died at home on Sept. 14, 2019 in Greenwich, CT following a long, courageous battle with a rare lung disease called Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis. He was born
Obituary: Teresa Patton
Teresa M. (Alianiello) Patton, 93, of Greenwich, CT passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sept. 8, 2019. Born in Providence, R.I. on July 2, 1926, she was the firstborn child of the late Saverio and Rosa
Obituary: Lawrence Larson
Lawrence E. Larson died July 22, 2019 from heart failure. He was born Feb. 18, 1932 in Vincenz, Indiana to Morris and Christine Larson. A graduate of Hackley School in Tarrytown, N.Y., he met his future wife
