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Second Annual Pat Bria Charity Golf Tournament Set for June 29 at the Griff

By: greenwichfreepress | 5 hours ago

Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Pat Bria Scholarship Fund, established to honor the legacy of Coach Pat Bria and his lasting impact on the Greenwich community.

Schools

CMS Students’ Capstone Project: Free Community Dance Class

Central Middle school 8th graders, Lilia Dubin and Jagger Levine have been busy planning their unique Capstone project. Noting that dance classes typically expensive, and many people don’t get enough exercise, Lilia and Jagger had the idea to teach a free dance class. The class is set for May 24 from 11:00am to 12:00 noon at Sportsplex 49 Brown House Rd, Stamford, CT 06902.

Giving

With Food Insecurity Rising, Neighbors Help “Stamp Out Hunger”

“Stamp Out Hunger is always a welcome boom to Neighbor to Neighbor’s food reserves, but this year the need is greater than ever. It may come as a surprise that even in a community as prosperous as Greenwich, more than 11% of residents face food insecurity – and that number is climbing. The rising costs of food, gas, and other everyday expenses, coupled with changes to eligibility for federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, have led to a 13% increase in our clients since this time last year.” – K Brent Hill, Executive Director of Neighbor to Neighbor

Food Drink Restaurants

Stamford Town Center Turns Up the Fun for Its Sixth Annual Summer Block Party

All Restaurant Plaza establishments will participate with special menu items and food stations, offering attendees the opportunity to sample the best of Stamford’s dining scene. From casual favorites to upscale offerings, the culinary experience promises something for every palate. The shopping center’s pedestrian-friendly restaurant plaza features an assortment of fine dining and entertainment such as The Capital Grille, The New York Comedy Club, Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings, Puerto Vallarta, and Terra Gaucha.

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Letter to the Editor

LETTER: Meskers Resolved My Utility Issue

By: greenwichfreepress | October 17, 2020

“I believe that the Byram community is well served and lucky to have Steve as our representative.” – Javier Aleman Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

SASSER: True Courage is to Uncover Wasteful Spending in CT

By: greenwichfreepress | October 17, 2020

“We need people in Hartford that will show true courage and uncover the wasteful spending, have courage to question the high costs of construction, show courage and stand up against the one party rule that has led our state into billions of dollars of debt.” – Patrick Sasser, Founder of No Tolls CT Continue Reading →

Giving

Sip & Shop for Swim Across America includes Dinner Party To Go!

By: greenwichfreepress | October 17, 2020

Sip & Shop for Swim Across America Fairfield County began in 2016 as a way to showcase the local small businesses run by women. The annual event was founded by Nancy Carr and her event partner Roseann Sarica Benedict, who originally met raising their children in Greenwich. The event has since expanded to include many other, mostly women-owned small businesses. Continue Reading →

Giving

Greenwich and Port Chester High School Students are “Youth Feeding Youth”

By: Darian Fauser | October 17, 2020

outh Feeding Youth, a new organization within Don Bosco Community Center in Port Chester, thanked Garden Catering for the 1,800 meals donated to Port Chester youth impacted by food insecurity during Covid-19. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Stamford Man Charged with Strangulation after Incident in Old Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | October 17, 2020

Officers responded to the east side of town on a report of a physical fight in the area of Sound Beach Ave and East Putnam Ave. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

GPD: Crash on Round Hill Road Results in Significant Disabling Damage to Vehicle, DUI Charge

By: greenwichfreepress | October 17, 2020

On Oct 12, around 11:00pm, Greenwich Police were dispatched to the area of 129 Round Hill Road on a report of a vehicle with its horn blaring. While en route officers located a collision in the area of 113 Round Hill Road, where there was damage to Belgian blocks and landscaping. Officers located a vehicle with sustained “significant disabling damage” in the intersection of Round Hill Club Road and Round Hill Road. Investigation revealed that the driver, Eric Estrada, 27, of Round Hill Club Rd, admitted to have been drinking earlier in the evening. Police said he did not perform field sobriety tests to standard and that later, breath testing revealed he had an elevated blood alcohol content over the .08% limit. Continue Reading →

Health

Greenwich Dept of Health: Drive through Flu Clinic at Island Beach Lot Set for Oct 24

By: greenwichfreepress | October 16, 2020

You must register online in advance and print out/complete a vaccine consent form and bring it with you. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

LETTER: Meskers Listens to Byram Residents in Unglamorous Out-of-the Spotlight Events

By: greenwichfreepress | October 16, 2020

“Most recently, Steve has been a fixture at the public meetings in Port Chester about the Tarry Lighthouse project….Steve has spoken at every hearing I’ve attended.” – Al Shehadi Continue Reading →

Schools

Ice Hockey Coach Announced Greenwich High School

By: greenwichfreepress | October 16, 2020

Upon graduation, Duffy continued his athletic career at Yale University where he was an ice hockey team member, four year varsity lettermen and captain. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Harassment, Trespass Charges for Unwanted Man in Chickahominy

By: | October 16, 2020

The incident stemmed back to last June when the suspect was outside the residence for several hours attempting to speak to anyone in the residence and made continuous calls to the resident’s home phone and cell phone, and sent text messages. He also allegedly rang the door bell several times and was beeping his horn for several hours overnight. Continue Reading →