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Greenwich Farmers Market Opens May 16 in Horseneck Lot

By: greenwichfreepress | 21 hours ago

Oceans 180 will return with a vast variety of fresh seafood from Connecticut shores. Check out our interview with Oceans 180’s Jardar Nygaard, from last summer. ‍ Also, there are new vendors including New Petal Flower Farm out of Monroe, CT and Biscuits and Bones, who offer all natural dog food and dog treats.

Police & Fire

Saturday is Greenwich Police Day, a Fun Family Event

The event runs 10:00am to 2:00pm in “Police Alley,” at 11 Bruce Place.

Government

Justice Dept Investigation Determines Yale’s Medical School Discriminated Based on Race in Admissions

The investigation showed that, in general, Black and Hispanic applicants were admitted with consistently lower academic qualifications than their White and Asian counterparts. – US Dept of Justice

Around Town

YMCA of Greenwich Celebrates Record-Breaking Healthy Kids Day Attendance

The YMCA of Greenwich welcomed more than 450 attendees to its annual Healthy Kids Day, marking the largest turnout in the event’s history. YMCA staff members hosted a wide variety of activities throughout the building, including:

• Make-your-own sunflower pots
• DIY organic bird feeders
• Slime making stations
• Tie-dye t-shirt creation
• Push-up and squat contests
• Water safety games
• An obstacle course experience for kids

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Health

Tune up Your Bikes, Greenwich, #PedalGreenwich is Saturday

By: greenwichfreepress | May 28, 2020

All are invited to share their bicycle photos on Saturday, May 30, on social media with the hashtag #PedalGreenwich. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

New Canaan Attacker Accused of Attempting Similar Assault in Darien Assault Last Month

By: greenwichfreepress | May 28, 2020

The Norwalk man arrested by New Canaan Police on Monday for attempted murder in what authorities are calling a “random” assault may have attempted a similar attack in Darien last month, officials say. Continue Reading →

Schools

PTA Council Honors Nominees, Announces Volunteer of the Year and Lifetime Awards

By: greenwichfreepress | May 28, 2020

“PTA in general has really been lifting us all up during this time, and letting our staff and teachers know how appreciated we are.” – Greenwich Schools Superintendent Dr. Toni Jones Continue Reading →

Around Town

Unique Memorial in Old Greenwich Honors Lives Lost to Covid-19, Offers Hope

By: Oura Miyazaki | May 27, 2020

“The beauty of this memorial is that you can take it and use it as whatever kind of reminder you need for what you’re going through.” – Reverend Patrick Collins, First Church of Old Greenwich Continue Reading →

Food Drink Restaurants

Greenwich Town Hall to Open June 1; Cos Cobber Outpost Open at The Griff

By: greenwichfreepress | May 27, 2020

Outside town hall on Field Point Rd there signage directs guests where to stand to socially distance and instructs them that masks are required. Continue Reading →

Health

COVID-19 Update: Yale New Haven Health Doctors Talk Hydroxychloroquine, Remdesivir, Masks with Valves, Attending Church

By: greenwichfreepress | May 27, 2020

Asked about pharmacologic treatments, Dr. Tom Balcezak said the only drug that impacts the virus is Remdesivir. “On balance it causes some improvement, and importantly doesn’t cause any harm.” – Dr. Tom Balcezak Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

REDMOND: “Letter to My Kids” is devoid of facts and heavy on political rhetoric

By: greenwichfreepress | May 27, 2020

“To RTM members, don’t be pressured into supporting the upcoming SOMR by the BOE requesting interim funds. Stand up to the bullies and do the sensible thing. Vote no.” – Jon Redmond Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Man, 31 Charged with Attempted Murder in “Random” Incident in New Canaan

By: greenwichfreepress | May 27, 2020

“We understand that this incident will cause concern, and as a result, we will intensify our patrols throughout town to reassure our community that New Canaan is a safe town with a very low crime rate.” – Lt Jason Ferraro, New Canaan Police Dept Continue Reading →

Around Town

Parks & Rec Options for Kids Summer 2020

By: greenwichfreepress | May 27, 2020

The town made the difficult decision to cancel what would have been the 84th year for the performing arts camp a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The skate park is open and there are tennis clinics. Continue Reading →

Giving

30 iPads and $5,000 Donated to Parsonage Cottage for Residents to Stay in Touch

By: greenwichfreepress | May 27, 2020

Parsonage Cottage Senior Residence has been closed to visitors since March 9 Continue Reading →

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