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Irish in the PLL: Week Six Recap
With All-Star Weekend officially in the books (East defeated West 15-12), regular season play resumed this weekend, with all eight teams playing on July 20 in Fairfield, Connecticut. In game one, the Denver Outlaws took on the Philadelphia Waterdogs in a game both teams needed to win. The Outlaws fell...
Town of Greenwich Hires New Town Administrator
First Selectman Fred Camillo has announced the hiring of Kathleen Buch as the new Town Administrator and COO. Her hiring is effective September 23, 2024. Buch’s hiring comes after a thorough, open search and she will succeed current Town Administrator and COO Ben Branyan, who has taken the position of chief financial and administrative officer of the Greenwich Public Schools. Buch is currently the Town Administrator of the Town of Darien and said she is eager for the new challenges of coming to work in Greenwich.
Newsworthy Notes from the week
Lightning strike causes fire at Abbey Inn tower on Fort Hill. A lightning strike during a fast-moving violent summer storm caused a smoldering fire at the Abbey Inn and Spa on Wednesday, July 17. “It appeared that lightning did strike the structure that led to a fire involving a lower...
Bridgeport’s Dr. Doolittle, Gregg Dancho, Announces Zoo Retirement After 45 years
Genial, sharp-witted, community and media accessible, Gregg Dancho has invested nearly 50 years of his life at Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo transforming a troubled relic into a modern, accredited family destination with a culture on North and South American attractions focused on education, care and conservation, has announced his retirement.
Terex Signs Agreement to Purchase Environmental Solutions Group (ESG) in $2 Billion Cash Deal
Norwalk, Conn.-based Terex Corporation has agreed to purchase Environmental Solutions Group (ESG) from Dover Corporation. The $2 billion all-cash transaction includes solid waste industry brands Heil, Marathon, Curotto-Can, and Bayne Thinline, as well as digital solutions such as 3rd Eye and Soft-Pak. The acquisition strengthens Terex's portfolio and customer base.
Vape disposal boxes available in Putnam
CARMEL- The Prevention Council of Putnam has initiated a system allowing for the safe disposal of vape products countywide. Despite warnings of the dangers of vaping, the Centers for Disease Control reported recently, e-cigarette monthly unit sales increased by 46.6 percent—from 15.5 million units in January of 2020, to 22.7 million units in December of 2023; prefilled device sales decreased, while disposable device sales increased; and sales of sweet, youth-appealing flavors increased.
Listeria outbreak from sliced deli meat kills NJ resident
An outbreak of listeria linked to grocery store deli meat has killed two people, including one person from New Jersey. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says at least 28 people have gotten sick from the listeria outbreak, all of which have been hospitalized. This outbreak is multi-state, with the other confirmed death being […]
Openings: G's Cheesesteaks on Houston and Avenue B
G's Cheesesteaks is set for its soft opening today at 6 Avenue B on the NW corner at Houston. (First mentioned here.) The storefront (and upstairs floors) have undergone extensive renovations recently. This is the first retail tenant in 15 years in the long-empty building that the new landlords call The B.
Tax Rebates Now Arriving In The Mail For New York Homeowners
Whether you like it or not, the Empire State is fairly famous for several things. Tops among them are our taxes. Hate it or love it, New York State does, dreams, suggests, or even thinks about it, and you can rest assured that a tax will be attached to it.
NJ cops charge woman passenger in crash that hurt 4-year-old
EAST WINDSOR — A late-night car crash on Friday has police pointing fingers at a woman who was riding in the passenger seat. Police say Madelin A. Soto-Santizo was arguing with the 36-year-old driver and grabbed the wheel. Just before 11 p.m., police responded to the crash in the...
Leroy Truth files false arrest lawsuit against Union City mayor and police dept.
YouTuber LeRoy Truth filed a two-count lawsuit against Union City Mayor Brian Stack and the local police department this morning, alleging that his civil rights were violated and that he was wrongfully arrested at a board of commissioners meeting last week. The 34-page court filing by West New York-based attorney...
Numbers Climbing as Dozens Already Registered to Participate in Bridgeport's Annual Citywide Yard Sale
It’s been several weeks since the City of Bridgeport has announced it will once again be holding the annual Citywide Yard Sale. And once again, the interest in homes participating is strong. Community Development Director Andrea Kerr said dozens of homes have already been signed up to be included...
Army Rugby Fall 2024 Schedule & Achievements Revealed by Head Coach Matt Sherman
Men's Rugby Coach Matt Sherman revealed the 2024 schedule, following a 5-6-1 season with a D1A Rugby National Championship bracket appearance and key wins against Penn State, Queens, and Mary Washington. Army had a 5-6-1 record last season. Rising junior Andrew Bardak received second-team honors. State of Play. They will...
New Ansonia Business Caters To ‘Little Divas’
ANSONIA – Families looking for a colorful way to celebrate their daughter’s next birthday can now book a ‘hot pink party bus’ thanks to a new business in town. ‘Nailicious Little Divas’ is a mobile party bus that hosts manicure and pedicure parties for kids ages four to 12.
Can this private ambulance provider solve NY's EMS crisis? It's complicated
As one commercial emergency medical service is positioning itself to become the main provider of ambulatory services in Dutchess County, the county is working on its own plan to meet a growing need for reliable and faster response times to 911 calls. The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 exacerbated a nationwide EMS shortage. In Dutchess County, 911 calls — close to half of which involve life-threatening situations — have increased, and the county's emergency call...
County Executive Serino’s women’s networking event focuses on overcoming challenges
POUGHKEEPSIE- Over 150 individuals attended Dutchess County Executive Sue Serino’s women’s networking event where they heard from three speakers who shared their thoughts and experiences on the theme for this year’s event: ‘Vision Beyond Challenges.’. This year’s speakers were Malia Du Mont, Chief of Staff at...
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