How to resolve AdBlock issue? GREENWICH — A blaze that summoned firefighters from a dozen area companies destroyed a historic 19th century building on Main Street in the village of Greenwich last weekend, displacing businesses and residents who lived in apartments in the Wilmarth Building, at 126 Main St.
A 48-year-old man visiting from California is suspected of intentionally setting the fire. The man, John M. Fox, was charged with arson, reckless endangerment, and criminal mischief, and sent to Washington County Jail, said Sgt. Robert Danko, of the Cambridge-Greenwich Police Department.
Among those affected by the fire is well known area photographer, Clifford Oliver Mealy. A GoFundMe account has been organized to help assist Mealy repair the pieces of his career’s work. That link may be found at: www.gofundme.com/f/clifford-oliver-photography-destroyed-by-arson.
The Greater Greenwich Chamber of Commerce is coordinating a support network for those who have lost or have experienced interruption due to the fire. Those services include: Temporary office relocation, Office furnishings, Temporary housing, Insurance claim assistance, Clothing and personal items, Restoration of property, Food access, and Mental health services.
To contact them go to: battenkillstrong.org, email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 518-692-7979.
