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Drunken driving charged in I-95 crash
Greenwich Time
GREENWICH -- A Larchmont, NY, man was arrested and charged with drunken driving and other violations early Saturday, after his vehicle was struck in the right lane of Interstate 95. The incident occurred at 1:23 am, when Michael Loga, 42, ...

Job strategist to receive award
Greenwich Post
Robert K. Steel, New York City deputy mayor for economic development, will be honored on Wednesday, March 7, as the eighth recipient of Greenwich Library's Peterson Business Award. While serving as the New York City deputy mayor for economic ...

Legislative wish list
Greenwich Time
NORWALK -- Fairfield County leaders asked state legislators to seek funding to improve the New Canaan and Danbury branch lines, and maintain funding to support bus service, as two major goals for the upcoming legislative sessions. State Rep.

Town Hall offers free tax filing aid
Greenwich Post
The town of Greenwich is offering free income tax assistance three days a week at Town Hall through April 12. The program is part of a nationwide program run by the AARP and is operated locally by the Greenwich Retired Men's Association (RMA).

Two Greenwich firefighters sworn in
Greenwich Time
Jeffrey Crumbine of Greenwich, left, and Justin Culler of Ridgefield, pictured Friday Feb. 3, 2012, have been sworn in as members of the Greenwich Fire Department. Photo: David Ames / Greenwich Time | Buy This Photo Jeffrey Crumbine of Greenwich, left, ...

Greenwich artist hopes for return of seized paintings
Stamford Advocate
Greenwich artist Marian "Bing" Bingham paints in her studio Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012. She is awaiting the return of several of her paintings, which were seized a few months ago along the Serbian border en route to a European exhibition.

Trip to Super Bowl a Lifelong Dream for Westporter
The Daily Stamford
by Richard Weizel (email) 14 hours ago Giants fan Craig Heatley of Westport was to realize a lifelong dream when he boarded a charter flight at Sikorsky Memorial Airport in Stratford early Sunday for a trip to the Super Bowl.

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Saturday's high school top performers
Ct Post
Michael Ahearn, Trumbull boys hockey -- Had three goals and two assists in a 6-4 win over Greenwich. Ben Anderson and David Briganti, Trumbull wrestling -- Each went 4-0 at the Ledyard Invitational. Jake Feinstein, Newtown boys indoor track -- Won the ...

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Greenwich boys swim finishes strong in hard-fought win over Westhill/Stamford
Stamford Advocate
Alex Lewis of Greenwich High School at the start of the medley relay event during boys high school swimming between Westhill-Stamford High Schools and Greenwich High School at Greenwich High School, Saturday, Feb. 4, 2012. Photo: Bob Luckey / Greenwich ...

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BRAVA Awards honor outstanding women
Greenwich Time
Greenwich High School graduate Jen Psaki. the senior vice president and managing director of Global Strategy Group gave the keynote address at this year's BRAVA awards, sponsored by the YWCA and held at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich Friday, Feb. 3, 2012.

Inside the huddle: NFL VP started as Greenwich selectman
Greenwich Time
Greenwich resident Paul Hicks III, executive vice president of communications and government affairs for the National Football League, in front of a large video screen image of New York Giants punter and placeholder Steve Weatherford reacting to the ...

Riversville Road in Greenwich reopens Friday morning
Greenwich Time
The intersection of Riversville Road and Sherwood Avenue in backcountry Greenwich was finally reopened Friday morning after a broken utility pole and the ensuing repairs shut it down for nearly four days, police said. The accident happened Monday ...

'Master of the pun's work on display
Greenwich Post
Martin Lawrence Gallery Soho has announced an exhibition of new original paintings by Greenwich contemporary artist Robert Deyber. Dubbed the modern Magritte, Mr. Deyber's latest body of work continues his witty exploration of the common phrase.

Historic Greenwich lighthouse shines again
Greenwich Time
The lighthouse and the 9/11 on Great Captains Island off the Greenwich coast, as seen in 2009. Situated on the eastern point of the island 1 1/2 miles off the Greenwich coast, the 51-foot granite and cast iron tower now features a 4-second flashing ...

New York Daily News
Feb. 4: Don Cornelius, Greenwich Village and Mitt Romney
New York Daily News
Williston Park, LI: I feel like I lost a friend (“Rest his 'soul,' ” Feb. 2). Every Saturday morning, “Soul Train” was a don't-miss. If only Don Cornelius knew how loved and admired he was. Rest in peace, Don, and thanks for the memories.

Area Sports Events Calendar Feb 5-12
Stamford Advocate
Bobby Valentine's Sports Academy, 72 Camp Avenue, Stamford, (203)-968-2872. Year-Round baseball/softball training for all age levels and skill levels that includes: A professional curriculum with proven results. Private Lessons (1 on 1 instruction).

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Jacobs has big plans for Express-1 expediter
Ct Post
Bradley Jacobs is the new chief executive officer and chairman of the board of XPO Logistics. Contributed photo. Photo: Contributed Photo / CT A Greenwich entrepreneur who has a track record for founding businesses and growing them into billion-dollar ...

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Greenwich loses heartbreaker at Trumbull
Stamford Advocate
TRUMBULL -- Trumbull point guard Travis Fonseca is not allowed to leave practice until he makes 25 free throws in a row. That may have seemed excessive to Fonseca prior to Friday night, but after knocking down six free throws in the fourth quarter and ...

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New York Times
Treats to Accompany the Sweet Nothings
New York Times
WITH so many fancy candy stores around Connecticut, splurging on sweets for Valentine's Day is practically unavoidable. Here is a sampler of shops offering everything from truffles to turtles. Greenwich The Little Chocolate Company abuts the Byram ...

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Greenwich swim team edges Darien in clash of FCIAC powerhouses
Greenwich Time
In a battle of two long-time FCIAC boys swimming powerhouses, Greenwich edged Darien 97-89 on Friday Greenwich High School. As a result, each team left with an 8-2 record. For Greenwich, the early first-place finish was a key to the Cardinals' ability ...
Darien Boys Swim Team Drops Close Meet GreenwichPatch.com

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