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On Tuesday morning a large group of Greenwich Public Schools PTA volunteers gathered at town hall to honor nominees for the Essence awards. This year there were an unprecedented 16 nominees.
Welcome to the 2026 GFP Summer Camp Guide. We will continue to add camps. Contact Heather Brown at [email protected] for details.
The GCDS Schwarz Campus is 41.5 acres in the RA-1 zone and the school does not receive any FAR bonus for educational use. The Schwarz Campus at 23 Fairfield Road was originally part of the F.A.O. Schwarz estate, which goes all the way to Cardinal Road. Even if the school added the requested units, they would still have remaining FAR, but the discussion revolved around the proposed multi-family apartment building in the RA-1 single family zone.
Ryan Fazio won the Connecticut GOP nomination to challenge incumbent Democratic Governor Ned Lamont. Republicans rallied behind Fazio after New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart suspended her campaign following news of her alleged misuse of a city issued p-card, and Betsy McCaughey dropped out of the race after failing to secure enough delegates to force a primary. Democratic Governor Ned Lamont is seeking a historic third consecutive term. Both Senator Fazio and Governor Lamont call Greenwich home.
35 Langhorne Lane sold on Oct 1, 2025 for $3,850,000 Continue Reading →
“We haven’t seen Greenwich’s proud tradition of bipartisan collaboration on the BET for years—this must be restored.” – Elliot Alchek, Matt DesChamps, Doug Fenton, Laura Erickson, Stephen Selbst , David Weisbrod Continue Reading →
“A mom of young children, Veronica advocates for students throughout the district. She is the Special Education Support co-chair for Greenwich Public Schools (GPS), serves as secretary on the Board of Selectmen’s ADA & Advocacy Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities, and serves on the Julian Curtiss School Building Committee. Veronica has a master’s in social work from Columbia University and a master’s in both general and special education from Bank Street College.” – State Rep Steve Meskers (D-150) Continue Reading →
By Jim Cameron
I love the fall. But I hate the leaves! Sure, they look pretty as they change colors, but when those leaves are spent and fall to the ground, they present real problems for travelers. Whether you rake your leaves yourself or have someone “blow” them for you, disposing of leaves is a hassle. Growing up (many years ago) I remember we used to burn our leaves, heedless to the air pollution and health effects. Continue Reading →
Patricia Walsh Chadwick’s newest book, “Breaking Glass: Tales from the Witch of Wall Street,” delves into her story—which began with being kicked out of a cult at 17. She started on the bottom rung of the ladder in the world of business and worked her way to the top, breaking through the glass ceiling. Continue Reading →
“Like so many parents in our district, what began as one small act of volunteering grew into much deeper involvement, driven by dedication and care.” – Hector Arzeno Continue Reading →
“In a bid to disassociate themselves from school cuts, certain Republican candidates are calling themselves “New.” …Curious omission of Harry and Leslie (as BET incumbents guiding to cuts) when you’re all in one big smiley campaign photo together. … But look – they’re your Row B pants and they’re not “new”; it’s your team – your cuts – we all know that.” – Brian Raabe Continue Reading →
“My husband and I have known Joe Pellegrino for at least 20 years and could not think of a more perfect and qualified candidate for the BET spot.” – Joann Mirone, Old Greenwich Continue Reading →
Jameson joined the nonprofit in 2006, after founder Marylin Chou formed a committee to help older Greenwich residents “age in place” and maintain independence in their homes. Continue Reading →
“Town Clerk Jackie Budkins understands our growing town population includes an ever increasing number of sophisticated technology users. One of her overall goals is to make the Town Clerk’s Office readily accessible to all – walk-ins as well as online users!” – Irene Dietrich Continue Reading →