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Saks Fifth Avenue to Consolidate Three Stores in Downtown Greenwich to One

By: greenwichfreepress | 14 hours ago

Saks Global explained that they made the strategic decision to consolidate the Saks Fifth Avenue Greenwich store footprint from three buildings to one.

Letter to the Editor

Fassuliotis: Greenwich Residents Deserve a Real Public Hearing — Not a Managed Presentation

“Many Greenwich residents support genuine safety improvements without Big Brother cameras: more police visibility during school hours, speed-feedback signs, traffic-calming designs, better crosswalks, and flashing beacons. These alternatives enhance safety without privacy invasions or secretive contracting.” – Karen Fassuliotis

Schools

GHS Science Team Victorious at Regional Science Bowl

The GHS Science Team outscored 36 other Connecticut teams at the competition at UConn Storrs.

Government

Greenwich Police to Hold Public Hearing on School Zone Speed Camera Program

A pubic hearing about the town’s school zone speed camera program will be held Thursday, May 14, at 7:00pm in the Town Hall Meeting Room. The meeting is in person and will be live on GCTV on cable and on GCTV youtube live. (No Zoom option).

More Headlines

Greenwich High School PTA Announces New Job Board, “Starteryou,” Connecting Students & Local Employers

RTM Motions to Reduce Budget for Rink and GHS Pool Fail; Cut to Roger Sherman Project Passes

UPDATE: Greenwich Police Respond to Central Middle School Swatting Incident with “Secure In Place” Protocol

Police & Fire

GPD: Stolen Cars and Thefts from Cars – All Unlocked Over the Weekend

By: greenwichfreepress | July 13, 2020

A Jeep, a Lincoln and a Ford all left unlocked, were stolen. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Assault and Disorderly Charges for Man Who Hit and Dragged Victim

By: greenwichfreepress | July 13, 2020

A Greenwich man hit and dragged a victim within a residence while attempting to get him to leave the property. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Greenwich Tree Conservancy: Private property owners can protect their trees from extensive pruning, unwanted removal by Eversource

By: | July 13, 2020

While Eversource has a guideline to clear ground to sky and 8 feet from the lines (UPZ) as they do in many towns, this is not Greenwich’s policy. Nor can Eversource automatically take the tree down if it is not a public safety issue. They often say it’s a safety issue but they are speaking of safety to their lines, not safety to the public. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Man Charged for 3rd Time in Connection to Darien Restaurant Dispute

By: greenwichfreepress | July 13, 2020

A 58-year-old Greenwich man who got into a dispute with restaurant employees at The Goose in Darien and refused to pay his bill back in February has now been charged for the third time by police in connection with the incident, according to Darien Police. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Greenwich Historical Society to Host Virtual Founders Day to Celebrate Town’s 380th Birthday

By: | July 13, 2020

Calling all Residents to Submit a Birthday Wish to Help Greenwich Reach its Potential: What is Your Wish? Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Norwalk Police Recover Jeep Stolen from Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | July 13, 2020

Norwalk Police officers working a midnight shift responded to a report of a suspicious car on Friday. When they arrived on scene a group of juveniles were surrounding the car. Continue Reading →

Arts

Bruce Experiences: “Impressions of L.A. Ring: On a Threshold” Virtual Concert

By: greenwichfreepress | July 13, 2020

An Audiovisual Concert on Zoom by Danish Pianist and Improvisational Artist Nikolaj Hess, 2:00 pm, Sunday, July 19 Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Fight in Chickahominy Results in Woman’s Arrest

By: | July 13, 2020

Greenwich Police responded to an address on Hamilton Ave on a report of a fight between neighbors. Continue Reading →

Greenwich House of the Week (Advertisement)

HOUSE OF THE WEEK: Move-In Ready, Fully Renovated in the Heart of Milbrook

By: | July 13, 2020

Nestle into 200 Overlook, located in the heart of the beautiful, private community of Milbrook Association. Continue Reading →

Government

Selectmen Enthusiastic about Acquisition of 72 Acres from Aquarion at Bargain, “Below Market” Price

By: greenwichfreepress | July 12, 2020

Greenwich, in partnership with Greenwich Land Trust, has the opportunity to purchase 72 acres from Aquarion. The agreement would allow for the creation of a trail system. Continue Reading →