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11-16-2007Greenwich welcomes new assistant fire chief"Continuing his rise through the ranks, Robert Kick has been named and sworn in as the Greenwich Fire Department’s new assistant chief, making him second in command of the department he has worked in for 15 years." 11-13-2007Veteran detective turns in his badge"Helping investigate crooked Greenwich financier Martin Frankel and helping to found a joint arson task force with the town Fire Department are two career milestones that stand out for Detective Edward Zack, he said yesterday." 11-09-2007Assistant fire chief sworn in"With more than two dozen firefighters looking on, Greenwich's new assistant fire chief Robert Kick asked them to help him improve the performance and morale of the department." 11-08-2007Assistant fire chief nominated"The Board of Selectmen plans to vote today to promote a 14-year Greenwich Fire Department veteran and deputy chief to fill the position of assistant fire chief, a post in charge of the daily firefighting operations of the department." 11-01-2007For Sound Beach dive team, practice makes perfect"Working in a systematic manner, using his hands to feel around because visibility is low, Capt. Dan Byrne rises from the muck-filled water of what, in better weather, is the Rocky Point Yacht Club pool." 10-14-2007Fire department plans $36M in upgrades"Spending millions to end lagging backcountry fire protection is a top priority of a new long-range blueprint for the Greenwich Fire Department." 10-12-2007Byrne Seeks Safety Device to Prevent Serious Injuries"The e-mail begins: "I am writing to urge you to procure for the Town of Greenwich Fire Department a truck-mounted crash cushion that we see in use whenever state highway workers are on any of our highways. The need is immediate and the safety of both our emergency responders and the driving public demand that we react."" 10-10-2007Firefighters get thanks and awards"In the wee hours one morning last March, firefighters raced into a burning house on Arnold Street and made a difficult search for an elderly woman." 10-09-2007Volunteers go to the videotape to boost firefighting membership"As part of a new push to lure volunteer firefighters into the town's ranks, the fire department is distributing a new video to showcase the service to prospective recruits." 10-05-2007Lash: Honulik Case 'Cripples' Police Department"The limbo-state of elongated litigation in the case of Lt. Gary F. Honulik and Capt. Michael Pacewicz "cripples" the Greenwich Police Department these days, First Selectman Jim Lash told the Republican Town Committee (RTC) last Wednesday in Town Hall." 10-04-2007Greenwich deputy chief didn’t submit fire paperwork"More details are beginning to emerge surrounding First Selectman James Lash’s efforts to dismiss Greenwich Fire Department (GFD) Deputy Chief Joseph Benoit." 10-03-2007GFD gives phone bills busy signal"The Greenwich Fire Department, an organization that prides itself on its quick response to emergencies, has been anything but fleet of foot when paying its phone bill." 09-29-2007Town cited for missing fire data reports"First Selectman Jim Lash said yesterday that the town has twice been cited for failing to file reports on fire calls with the state fire marshal under the watch of town Fire Marshal Joseph Benoit, whom he wants fired." 09-27-2007Town cited for missing fire data reports"First Selectman Jim Lash said yesterday that the town has twice been cited for failing to file reports on fire calls with the state fire marshal under the watch of town Fire Marshal Joseph Benoit, whom he wants fired." 09-27-2007Higher court to hear Greenwich's appeal of cop decision"First Selectman James Lash’s wish has been granted and the town’s appeal of the suit won by Greenwich Police Department (GPD) Lt. Gary Honulik is going straight to the Connecticut State Supreme Court." 09-24-2007Greenwich candidates want appeal dropped"Republican and Democratic nominees for first selectman in this fall's election said challenging a court decision forcing the promotion of a policeman to captain will hurt public safety and cost more than legal fees." 09-20-2007Greenwich Fire Marshal Benoit’s future on hold"The employment future of Greenwich Fire Department (GFD) Deputy Chief Joseph Benoit is now in the hands of an independent hearing officer." 09-13-2007Greenwich loses police lieutenant suit, considers appeal"If the town was expecting a sympathetic reaction from the court over police Lt. Gary Honulik’s lawsuit against it, it received a rude awakening last week." 09-10-2007Police promotions remain on hold"If the town fights a verdict promoting one police officer to captain while demoting another, officials will not be able to replace a police command staff depleted by retirements, First Selectman Jim Lash said." 09-07-2007Judge blasts town in cop ruling - Court orders officer's promotion"In a searing decision that castigates the town for arrogance and flouting state employment law, a state Superior Court judge has ordered Greenwich to promote a police lieutenant to captain, ruling that another officer was illegally promoted to the post in 2003." 09-06-2007New police officer rides to Boston for a good cause"Any time of year, a Yankees/Red Sox showdown at Fenway Park is a special event and that’s even more so when it’s September and the pennant race is in full swing." 08-28-2007Police contract talks starting early"With police seeking higher salaries in upcoming contract negotiations, town officials say they recognize they must maintain competitive salaries to successfully vie for a smaller pool of aspiring police candidates." 08-23-2007Suit amended Greenwich vets still claim discrimination in police department"A discrimination lawsuit against the town by five former and current members of the Greenwich Police Department (GPD) has been amended to remove town officials, including First Selectman James Lash, from the suit, but the officers’ lawyer insists the complaint has not changed." 08-11-2007Ex-chief named disaster manager"For the first time in more than 30 years, a civilian will coordinate the town's response to emergencies such as hurricanes and terrorist attacks." 07-00-2007It's Official: Ridberg Named Police Chief"After a brief meeting on Tuesday afternoon, the Board of Selectmen voted to officially instate acting police Chief David Ridberg as the department's top officer." 06-06-2007Police station taking shape on schedule"Steel girders appeared on Havemeyer Place this week as the framework of the town's new police station begins to rise, and town officials said construction of a new public safety complex is on schedule." 05-18-2007Firefighters hit the pit to brush up on rescue techniques - Greenwich Time"More than a dozen firefighters huddled around a muddy trench yesterday as others worked inside the hole to secure a dirty yellow mannequin to a stretcher during a trench collapse drill." 05-17-2007Selectmen unanimously approve new fire chief"There’s a new chief in town after the Board of Selectmen unanimously approved the promotion of Assistant Fire Chief Peter Siecienski to succeed Fire Chief Sanford Anderson when he retires on Aug. 1." 05-08-2007Fire chief announces retirement"After two years as Greenwich fire chief, Sanford "Sandy" Anderson, the first black to lead the department and a leader who oversaw the introduction of a new command structure, announced yesterday that he will retire Aug. 1." 04-11-2007Firefighters perfect skills at training session"A dozen firefighters practiced using water-based foam, coating a burned-out building and surrounding parking lot with a heavy carpet of snow white bubbles yesterday on North Street." 04-09-2007Honor guard returns with vintage uniforms"More than a year after the police chief folded a department-sanctioned honor guard, a new guard made up of unionized Greenwich police officers has led the town's St. Patrick's Day Parade and paid their respects to two auxiliary police officers killed in Manhattan." 04-04-2007Fire dept. seeks places to install dry hydrants"To improve the water supply for fighting blazes in the backcountry where there is no town water supply, the fire department is looking for more residents who will let them install dry hydrants on ponds, lakes or swimming pools." 03-10-2007Police find maintaining full ranks elusive goal"Struggling with attrition and a lag in hiring, full staffing at the Greenwich Police Department remains at least a year away, according to Chief James Walters." 02-25-2007Famed fire engine gets model treatment"GREENWICH - The unblemished red body of the 1931 Seagrave is embellished with several seashell crests, a visual pun on the Sound Beach Volunteer Fire Department's name cooked up by the legendary fire engine manufacturer." 02-21-2007Ready to respond Firefighters brush up on hazmat-control techniques"Four firefighters huddled around the gushing pipe, stopping leaks with special tape, clamps and wooden dowels to stem the flow of water during a simulated gasoline spill inside a building." 01-27-2007Ready for the extreme"Clad in an insulated plastic suit which kept him warm and buoyant, Greenwich firefighter Steve Lanzarone floated in the frigid Mianus River to help his fellow firefighters practice their cold water rescue skills." 01-16-2007Chief concerns Police union criticizes new hiring process"A town decision to do away with competitive testing in filling two deputy police chief jobs has rankled members of the police union, who say it can lead to favoritism rather than promotions based on merit." 01-05-2007Police to name deputy chiefs"The chain of command at the Greenwich Police Department will be changed this month with the appointment of two deputy chiefs, one of whom is expected to succeed Chief James Walters, officials announced yesterday." 12-12-2006Minority officers revise complaints"Greenwich - Minority police officers have withdrawn allegations of racial profiling from a federal civil rights lawsuit against the department and town, but added new charges that police brass retaliated with discipline against theplaintiffs because of the suit." 11-23-2006OSHA fines town for GPD fire hazard"State labor officials have fined the town for two safety violations at the Greenwich Police Department found during an inspection that prompted the removal of lead dust and correction of fire hazards in the building." 11-05-2006Greenwich Time: Push on to ease backcountry firefighting worries"Greenwich firefighters in the backcountry sometimes stretch a mile or more of hose to reach a hydrant or other water source to fight blazes, according to Fire Inspector John Fronio." 10-31-2006New asst. fire chief selected"Danbury's fire chief will be Greenwich's new assistant fire chief, a position with overall authority for the department's daily operations, budgeting, training and supervising of four deputy chiefs." 10-20-2006Breaking Ground for a Safer Greenwich"Under leaden skies last Thursday morning, town leaders hefted shovels of dirt to launch construction of the $32 million Public Safety Complex at Bruce Place." 09-29-2006Top cop on stand in court"Greenwich Police Chief James Walters testified yesterday that he had an open mind about who to promote to captain in May 2003, despite occasional disputes with the police lieutenant who had the top score on an assessment test." 09-16-20067 bids received for new complex"Seven contractors entered bids to build the town's new police station and parking garage, after an earlier round only drew one offer." 09-16-2006Town denies police discrimination claims"Seven minority Greenwich police officers were passed over for promotion because of their performance, not systematic racism, according to the town's response to a federal discrimination lawsuit" 09-14-2006POLICE/FIRE HQ Gripe draws OSHA check"The state workplace safety department is testing the air quality at the Police/Fire Administration Building and ordered improvements to emergency exits after an anonymous complaint about crowding and work conditions led to an inspection Tuesday." 09-11-2006RTM weighs ending workers' service on panels"When firefighter Mark Dawson served as chairman of the Representative Town Meeting's Town Services Committee, he recused himself from votes that might affect his employment, he said." 08-24-2006Police move to bolster ranks"The police department has begun an aggressive recruiting effort after an unexpected rash of retirements, departures, and a nearly empty eligibility list have left the force with a staffing shortage." 07-06-2006Cops relocate as longtime home readied for razing"On Friday, police Lt. Richard Cochran hoisted an unplugged computer printer in his nearly barren office inside the Police Administration Building and moved across the street to a converted jail cell that will be his new base." 06-16-2006State probe of cops sought"A defense attorney asked the state to investigate the Greenwich Police Department yesterday, saying it rigs investigations of car crashes involving its officers, while the town announced it will fight the $910,000 a jury awarded a young man in a collision between a police officer and a civilian." 06-10-2006Jury finds officer negligent in crash"A jury yesterday concluded that a Greenwich police officer's reckless driving caused a collision on Lake Avenue four years ago and awarded a town man $910,000 in damages for injuries he sustained in the crash, attorneys said." 05-27-2006Emergency drills help rescuers keep safety in mind"Bundled in a hooded aluminum suit and resembling an astronaut, Todd Bataille tried to raise his arms to his throat to indicate to his fellow town firefighters he was choking." 05-09-2006RTM approves budget"An 11th-hour effort to remove $33 million from the 2006-07 proposed town budget for the new downtown public safety complex failed to win over a majority of Representative Town Meeting members last night." 03-25-2006Complex underway"The town awarded Industrial Wrecking Inc. of Bridgeport a $222,450 contract this week to demolish the police department's administration building, making way for a new public safety complex." 03-23-2006Lash, cops end labour dispute"After a five-month standoff between First Selectman Jim Lash and the town police union, the two sides sat down last week and resolved an ongoing labor dispute." 03-07-2006Town gets bids for tear down"GREENWICH - The town has received bids from seven firms to demolish the police department's administration building, the lowest bid less than half the $500,000 cost the town expected to pay to level the building and make way for the construction of a new public safety complex, the town's building superintendent said." 02-16-2006Greenwich fire budget change OK'd"The town finance board's budget committee voted unanimously last night to allow the fire department to use $224,500 in its budget to replace dwindling overtime funds sapped by firefighters out sick." 02-05-2006Union files grievance in overtime dispute"A letter warning individual firefighters to cut back on their sick days and an ensuing labor grievance are the latest exchanges between firefighters and First Selectman Jim Lash in an impasse related to reining in overtime spending." 01-27-2006Town's Storm Response Meets Homeland Security Standard"Perhaps Dan Warzoha should be popping vest buttons with pride over the Town of Greenwich response to two horrific wind, rain, sleet and snowstorms a week ago." 12-05-2005Greenwich Time: Fire department granted vehicle for decontamination emergenciesno description 12-07-2004Injured firefighter sues town, fire chief"A Greenwich firefighter injured in the Davis Avenue blaze last year filed a lawsuit Friday against the town and Fire Department Chief Daniel Warzoha." 11-28-2004Congressional delay leaves town security funds in limbo"GREENWICH -- An expected delay in receiving homeland security funds has prompted the town to put off paying for equipment purchases and training exercises for terrorist attacks and disasters, according to town officials." 10-31-2004Larger fire crews sought"GREENWICH - Career firefighters are pressing for larger crews of paid personnel on fire engines responding to fires and other emergencies, saying the use of two-man teams exposes them and the public to unnecessary danger during house and building fires." 10-24-2004Greenwich Time: Town gears up for safety"With a shopping list already in hand that includes satellite phones, a reverse 911 system and nerve gas antidote, Greenwich's first responders expect to receive the town's share of federal homeland security funds for the current fiscal year next spring." 10-19-2004Cos Cob firefighters get their house back"With the yearlong $1.25 million renovation of the Cos Cob fire station complete, firefighters will return to work in the historic building within two weeks, fire officials said yesterday." 10-17-2004Survey: Town cops could do better"The results of a wide-ranging survey of residents gives high marks to police officers for responding to day-to-day problems, but shows respondents feel the department could do better solving law-enforcement problems in specific neighborhoods." 10-13-2004Ex-Byram fire chief vows not to return"The recently resigned chief of the Byram Volunteer Fire Department said he will not return to the company, citing bad blood with the department's board over the suspension of its assistant chief." 10-05-2004Greenwich Time: Town abruptly trims soldier's salary after an error in paymentno description 10-03-2004Sound Beach Volunteer Fire Department reflects on a 'century of success'"A hundred years ago, Old Greenwich residents tired of relying on the faraway central Greenwich fire station joined together to start a new fire department to serve the eastern side of town. The Sound Beach Volunteer Fire Department was born." 06-29-2004Greenwich police union extends contract negotiations"The police union has agreed to continue negotiating with the town until at least Aug. 1 to reach a new pact, said Sgt. Timothy Berry, president of the Silver Shield Association. The union's contract expires on Thursday." 03-14-2004Greenwich Time - Report cites tension between volunteers, pros"An old debate was rekindled in the Greenwich Fire Depart-ment last month, when an outside panel investigating problems at a December blaze reported a culture of conflict between the town's career firefighters and their volunteer counterparts." 02-22-2004Greenwich Time - Lack of water poses problem for firefighters in backcountry"When an early morning blaze broke out Monday at a multimillion dollar home in northwest Greenwich, firefighters had to stretch 1.5 miles of hose to tap a pond for water, acting Fire Chief Joseph Benoit said. While they worked, flames spread rapidly and left the home a charred ruin." 02-06-2004Benoit serving as acting fire chief"Deputy Chief Joseph Benoit has been appointed acting chief of the Greenwich Fire Department until further notice, according to First Selectman Jim Lash, who said Fire Chief Dan Warzoha is "away."" 01-30-2004Greenwich Time - Officers seek Warzoha's ouster in wake of Davis Avenue blazeno description 12-09-2003Flagmen enter the fray over police OT"On almost any given day, police officers can be found scattered from Byram to Old Greenwich, directing traffic around construction and engineering projects and patrolling high school athletic games." 06-18-2000Large homes a problem for Fire Department"Greenwich firefighters, according to Fire Chief Daniel Warzoha, are facing a new challenge: keeping on top of firefighting techniques when new houses keep getting bigger." 06-17-2000GHS adds to security after fires"Greenwich High School officials sought police help in maintaining order on campus during a week that included one assault and three arsons." 06-17-2000Greenwich Time Online | GHS adds to security after fires"Greenwich High School officials sought police help in maintaining order on campus during a week that included one assault and three arsons." 06-16-2000Fire truck heads for the border"After being in reserve for seven years, the Round Hill Fire Department's 1969 American LaFrance fire truck is going back on duty." |
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