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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.
The event is part of the America 250 Greenwich Commission’s yearlong celebration of America’s 250th birthday.
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.
“Our value will erode if we continue to miss the mark on planning, innovation and delivering for our residents. It’s time to look under the hood and realistically assess the state of our Town.” – Laura Erickson, Democratic candidate for Board of Estimate and Taxation Continue Reading →
“What makes Veronica and Bob especially compelling is their ability to connect with people across backgrounds and perspectives. They understand that effective education policy isn’t about partisan quibbling; it’s about serving the best interests of students, teachers and our town’s future. Their professionalism, diplomacy, and decorum set the tone for constructive conversations—conversations that focus on solutions rather than disagreements. They are both officially endorsed by the party.” – Allison Hope Continue Reading →
It’s almost time for the 17th annual Reindeeer Festival and Santa’s Workshop at Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses. The community is invited to Sam Bridge for a “We’re Back Party Days” on Friday, November 28, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm, when Santa’s Workshop officially opens for photos with Santa and the party continues, Saturday, November 29, 9:00am to 6:00pm. Continue Reading →
“Taking mass transit is great. But when you step off your train or bus, what do you do to get to your final destination? Increasingly, that means BYO wheels: a bike, e-bike or scooter.” – Jim Cameron Continue Reading →
The suspect was extradited from Essex County Correctional Facility in Newark and remained in custody of GPD on the $75,000 bond set on the warrant after being processed. Continue Reading →
“You won’t read about Lauren’s work in the headlines; she is not a headline seeker. Yet she quietly does much of the crucial day-to-day legwork.” – Kathleen “Kathy” Smith, Member, Selectmen’s Nomination Advisory Committee (SNAC), RTM District 6 candidate (Old Greenwich) Continue Reading →
“Get your damn masks off. What are you so afraid of, ICE? We’re saying you’re not allowed in our court houses, you’re not arresting anybody. Please, get your kids to school. Tell them they can get to school safely. We have people at every front door at the schools if ICE shows up, saying, ‘Not here in Connecticut. Not allowed.'” – CT Governor Ned Lamont Continue Reading →
Yellow tulips are the Flower of Hope and the idea is to bring the community together in the fall to plant bulbs to raise raise mental health awareness. Continue Reading →
A man threatened to physically harm the victim by pointing a pellet rifle at him. A search of his vehicle produced three pellet rifles. Continue Reading →
“Her service on the Board has helped to ensure that our most vulnerable students are not overlooked, but instead supported, advocated for, and given the opportunity to thrive. Re-electing Laura will allow her to continue this essential work and advocacy for this vulnerable student population to ensure continued growth and stability of Special Education in Greenwich.” – Mabél Arteaga Balestra Continue Reading →