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Hearing on Greenwich School Speed Cameras Raises Concerns over Privacy and Data Collection

By: greenwichfreepress | 24 hours ago

“Can other government agencies like ICE access the information. Can insurance companies or another FOIA the data? Can another state’s police department or attorney general’s office subpoena the data in a vigilante justice effort regarding women’s health care should someone seek healthcare in Connecticut?” – Danielle Eason
The next step following the public hearing is for the item to go before the RTM on June 8 for approval.

Police & Fire

Georgia Man Charged with Laundering Money from Account of CT Dead Person

According to the arrest warrant, about $68,000 in funds were transferred out of a Fidelity account and allegedly funneled through multiple accounts before being converted into Bitcoin.

Government

Dr. Michael Goldstein Receives the Republican Nomination for Connecticut’s 4th Congressional District

“I am deeply grateful to the delegates, supporters, volunteers, and friends who helped make this possible. This nomination is the result of hard work, perseverance, and a shared belief that Connecticut residents deserve stronger representation in Washington.” – Dr. Michael Goldstein

Schools

GCDS Juniors Recognized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology

Mary Chickering ’26 and Kaki Weiksner ’26 were recognized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) on April 22 at a ceremony held at Eversource headquarters in Berlin, CT.

More Headlines

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month; NAMI Southwest CT is Grateful for Local Support

Foodshed Network Launches CSA Bring Seasonal Produce Straight to Backcountry Greenwich

YMCA of Greenwich Expands Summer Camp Programming To Meet Growing Community Needs

Schools

Greenwich High School’s Colin Speaker Wins Prestigious Research Prize

By: greenwichfreepress | May 17, 2020

As the selected State of Connecticut winner, Colin will now participate in the National SJWP Competition to be held virtually from June 4-11. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

NY Man Faces Multiple Charges for 2014 Gas Station Incident in Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | May 17, 2020

Back in 2014 a man allegedly started an altercation with an attendant at a gas station in Greenwich. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Greenwich Historical Society Calls all Residents to Snap Photos of Love Being Shown During Pandemic

By: greenwichfreepress | May 16, 2020

Just snap photos from cameras or mobile devices and submit them with a brief statement about why they show the best of Greenwich during this pandemic. Continue Reading →

Obituaries

Daniel Joseph Melillo, Jr, 93

By: greenwichfreepress | May 16, 2020

Though his family deeply grieves his loss, they are comforted in the knowledge that he has received his just reward, and is at peace in that spiritual building, that house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. Continue Reading →

Business

BBB Warns of Skyrocketing Puppy Scams during COVID-19

By: greenwichfreepress | May 16, 2020

Actual numbers of pet fraud may be much higher than reported, because many victims either choose not to file complaints or do not know where to turn for help. One victim in Waterbury lost $1,200 in May 2020. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Junior League Announces #JLGThankourheroes Social Media Campaign

By: greenwichfreepress | May 16, 2020

The purpose of this campaign is to celebrate the bravery and ongoing dedication of our Greenwich heroes during the COVID-19 pandemic weeks. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Trespasser on Housing Authority Property Faces Multiple Charges

By: greenwichfreepress | May 15, 2020

After a report of a man violating a protective order, police found a BB gun in the suspect’s car. Continue Reading →

Government

First Selectman Hopes Annual Fireworks Can Take Place Late Summer/Early Fall

By: greenwichfreepress | May 15, 2020

Camillo said the town is doing well mitigating the spread of COVID-10. “But something like this would pose a great danger and could cause us to take a significant step backward,” he said. Continue Reading →

Business

Greenwich P&Z to Expedite Outdoor Dining in Response to Lamont’s Order 7MM

By: greenwichfreepress | May 15, 2020

“I foresee Greenwich Avenue being closed from Memorial Day to Labor Day for the warm weather months – being closed to traffic from 5:00pm or 5:30pm on, with a lot of parking available on the side streets and in the parking lots in the back. Now is our chance to transform the downtown area and make Greenwich Ave, at least for part of the year, that open air pedestrian mall concept we’ve been talking about forever.” – First Selectman Fred Camillo Continue Reading →

Arts

Children’s Learning Centers of Fairfield County Presents Two Live Stream Concerts for Children

By: greenwichfreepress | May 15, 2020

Sonia De Los Santos Live on Instagram @soniadls on Saturday, May 16, at 10:00 am
Laurie Berkner Live on Facebook @laurieberknerband on Saturday, May 23, 10:00 am Continue Reading →