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ShopRite's Green Team Works At Fairgate Farm In Stamford For Earth Day ShopRite's Green Team Works At Fairgate Farm In Stamford For Earth Day
ShopRite's Green Team Works At Fairgate Farm In Stamford For Earth Day STAMFORD, Conn. -- ShopRite Stamford employees took part in Earth Day celebrations Thursday, April 21 by helping out at the Fairgate Farm in Stamford. Street Green Team, along with ShopRite Dietitian Cora Ragaini, volunteered to help prep vegetable beds, nourish small plantings with fish food and work the dirt with the help of farmer Maxon Keating, who operates Fairgate. Fairgate offers free nutrition and farming education to Stamford residents and donates organic produce to local shelters. Many ShopRite stores have in-house associate “Green Teams” that are committed to finding innovative …
Rumors Swirl Cheesecake Factory Will Replace P.F. Chang's In Stamford Rumors Swirl Cheesecake Factory Will Replace P.F. Chang's In Stamford
Rumors Swirl Cheesecake Factory Will Replace P.F. Chang's In Stamford STAMFORD, Conn. -- Now that P.F. Chang’s China Bistro has closed its doors at the Stamford Town Center, rumors are swirling the next tenant will be The Cheesecake Factory, according to the Stamford Advocate.A highly competitive restaurant row location, P.F. Chang's had a tough time in the location that included an employee scandal for skimming credit cards, reported the Stamford Advocate. The Cheesecake Factory currently has stores in Danbury and Trumbull, said the Stamford Advocate. Click here to read the entire Stamford Advocate story. 
Mount Vernon Guidance Center Event Raises $20,000 For College, Careers Aid Mount Vernon Guidance Center Event Raises $20,000 For College, Careers Aid
Mount Vernon Guidance Center Event Raises $20,000 For College, Careers Aid MOUNT VERNON, N.Y. -- A recent event at the Guidance Center of Westchester to support the Center for College & Careers raised more than $20,000 in donations.More than 150 people showed up to the "Back to School Bash," at Beckwith Pointe in an effort to raise money for the Center for College & Careers, and in turn raise money for those who benefit from the program, young adults in high school looking to enter college or the workforce.  “I am truly excited to see so many faces supporting the Guidance Center of Westchester’s Center for College & Careers,” said Daniel Bonne…
Weekend Events To Benefit Stamford Sexual Assault Crisis Center Weekend Events To Benefit Stamford Sexual Assault Crisis Center
Weekend Events To Benefit Stamford Sexual Assault Crisis Center STAMFORD, Conn. -- Residents can get involved this weekend during Sexual Assault Awareness Month and join the Dojo Westport and JoyRide Cycling Studio of Darien for two fun events that will benefit The Center for Sexual Assault Crisis Counseling and Education in Stamford. The second annual “Kickboxing for a Cause” event will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Sunday at The Dojo Westport, 772 Post Road.  Participants will receive teal hand wraps to wear in recognition of Sexual Assault Awareness Month as they learn the discipline of kickboxing. All of the proceeds will be donated to the center. The sug…
Trumbull Officials Throwing Verbal Jabs At Each Other Trumbull Officials Throwing Verbal Jabs At Each Other
Trumbull Officials Throwing Verbal Jabs At Each Other TRUMBULL, Conn. — A fight between First Selectman Tim Herbst and town treasurer Anthony Musto, each accusing the other of wrongdoing, has escalated as they continue with back and forth accusations, according to the Connecticut Post. Herbst, a Republican, says Musto, a Democrat, has been preparing sloppy and error-laden reports for the Board of Finance, reported the Connecticut Post. Musto says Herbst is not following policy when detailing his expenditures on a town-issued credit card, said the Connecticut Post. Board of Finance Chairwoman Elaine Hammers agrees with Herbst, saying Musto, who…
NC Council Fails To Support Plans To Expand Services For The Hub NC Council Fails To Support Plans To Expand Services For The Hub
NC Council Fails To Support Plans To Expand Services For The Hub NEW CANAAN, Conn. -- The New Canann Town Council failed to offer support to backers of The Hub during a recent meeting, at which the group was looking for the town to donate $10,000 toward its effort to expand the services offered at the center, according to the New Canaan Advertiser. The Hub, a nonprofit organization that owns the former Outback Teen Center, is working to bring a variety of services to the community, reported the New Canaan Advertiser. Currently, the group has one tenant, Abilis, that provides services to persons with developmental disabilities, said the New Canaan Advertis…
'Bite Back Against Lyme Run & Walk' Kicks Off In Stamford Sunday 'Bite Back Against Lyme Run & Walk' Kicks Off In Stamford Sunday
'Bite Back Against Lyme Run & Walk' Kicks Off In Stamford Sunday GREENWICH, Conn. -- Calling all runners, walkers and all those who want to join the fight against Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. Global Lyme Alliance’s second annual “Bite Back Against Lyme Run & Walk" will be held Sunday, April 24, at Cove Island Park in Stamford.  The event will raise funds to support research and education about Lyme and other tick-borne diseases. The family-friendly event will feature a 5K Run/Walk that will start and finish in the park and covers a flat 5K loop on local neighborhood roads.  There will also be a one-mile walk and a fun run inside the park …
Get Rid Of Unwanted Prescriptions At Greenwich Drug Take-Back Day Get Rid Of Unwanted Prescriptions At Greenwich Drug Take-Back Day
Get Rid Of Unwanted Prescriptions At Greenwich Drug Take-Back Day GREENWICH, Conn. -- Residents in Greenwich can get rid of their old or unneeded prescriptions during the annual National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, April 30 at the Greenwich Police Department. All you need to do is drive up to headquarters where officers will accept any unused or expired medications from 8 a.m. to noon. Liquid medications and needles will not be accepted. The effort is part of a national drive to rid households of dangerous drugs that children or teens may get their hands on. According to the Drug Enforcement Agency, last year, more than 3,800 federal, sta…
Survey Finds New York One Of Top 10 Greenest States Survey Finds New York One Of Top 10 Greenest States
Survey Finds New York One Of Top 10 Greenest States Earth Day is Friday and in anticipation, the personal financial website WalletHub released its report on 2016's Greenest States with New York coming in at number eight out of all 50 states.  The website said it undertook the survey because billions of taxpayer dollars are being devoted to environmental-protection efforts and energy costs are eating a significant portion of the average household’s income.  In order to showcase the states doing right by Mother Earth and calling out those seemingly intent on spoiling things for future generations, WalletHub’s analysts compared the 50 states in…
Sandy Hook Shooter's Former Doctor Charged With Sexual Assault Sandy Hook Shooter's Former Doctor Charged With Sexual Assault
Sandy Hook Shooter's Former Doctor Charged With Sexual Assault A former Brookfield, Conn., psychiatrist who treated Newtown shooter Adam Lanza was brought back to the state on Wednesday, April 20 to face charges associated with sexually assaulting a female patient, according to the News-Times. Paul L. Fox, 63, of Peaks Island, Maine, was charged with three counts of second-degree sexual assault, the News-Times reported. Fox gave up his state medical license in 2013 after having a sexual relationship with a patient, according to the News-Times. It was not clear if the new charges are in connection with that case. Fox was released on $100,000 bond and wil…
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