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GHS Unified Sports Family Day: Experiencing the Power of Kindness and Inclusion First-Hand

By: greenwichfreepress | 2 hours ago

“I envisioned Unified Family Field Day as an opportunity to bring together students and families from across the Greenwich community to build connections and celebrate inclusion. What made the day truly special was the incredible support from our varsity coaches and student-athletes, whose enthusiasm, kindness, and creativity brought each adaptive sport station to life. They created welcoming experiences where every participant could experience success, connection, and fun.” – Deirdre Burke, Unified Sports Program Coordinator, Greenwich High School

Around Town

Riverside Garden Club To Celebrate Nation’s 250th at Knapp’s Tavern

The Riverside Garden Club invites all to join them for a tour of the Colonial Herb Garden and light refreshments. Two Roads Brewery of Stratford has generously volunteered to brew ale using the hops grown at the colonial garden. Come sample what George Washington would have been served at the Knapp’s Tavern during his traverse through Greenwich 250 years ago.

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police Remind Residents Connecticut’s Social Host Laws Have Serious Consequences

In addition to criminal penalties, hosts may also be held civilly liable for injuries, motor vehicle crashes, property damage, or other incidents resulting from underage intoxication involving alcohol or cannabis.

Government

LWV Greenwich Legislative De-Brief: State Budget, Guns, Vaccines

A League of Women Voters Greenwich legislative recap featured the entire Greenwich delegation, who reflected on the recently concluded legislative session and a view to next year.

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ISD Marks 25 Years of IB Academic Excellence with Well Attended Open House

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Greenwich School Board Votes to Enter Settlement Discussions in Lawsuit with First Selectman Camillo and Town

Around Town

Nick Simmons to address Retired Men’s Association on Oct 1

By: greenwichfreepress | September 29, 2025

Simmons, CEO OF Pursiut, will speak on “Economic Growth and Opportunity in Connecticut,” reflecting on the progress the state has made since 2019. Continue Reading →

Schools

Community Invited to Important E-Bike Safety Talk at CMS on Monday, Sept 29

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2025

“While e-bikes and e-scooters offer our tweens/teens valuable independence, their higher speeds and heavier builds present serious safety risks for younger inexperienced riders.” – Jon Baxendale, Bax Cycles Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police Announce Arrest of Suspect in Car Theft, Shooting

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2025

The stolen vehicle was later located in Bridgeport with assistance from the Bridgeport Police Department. During the follow-up investigation, officers recovered a firearm, a shell casing, and other related evidence. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

McGuigan: Veronica Chiavaroli is Qualified for Board of Education

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2025

“She is a teacher, a Greenwich High School graduate, and a mother of three young children, two of whom are in the Greenwich public school system. ” – Janet Stone McGuigan Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Sejean: Talking isn’t enough; Our voices must shape outcomes

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2025

“In March and April 2025, I watched critical cuts made without data and with no listening.” – Pascale Sejean, candidate for RTM in district 6 Continue Reading →

Opinion

Talking Transportation: Tips for Riding Amtrak Acela

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2025

“I finally had a chance to ride the new NextGen Acela and I have to admit, I was wrong: This really is Amtrak’s train of the future.” – Jim Cameron Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Prihoda: Integrity, Character, Transparency, Vision

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2025

Here are some thoughts and questions I hope will be covered in the upcoming debates. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Open Arts Alliance Partners with Wallace Center to Offer: “Broadway by the Year”

By: greenwichfreepress | September 27, 2025

Members of The Wallace Center (formerly the Senior Center) are enjoying a weekly class, “Broadway By the Year,” taught by Open Arts Alliance instructor, John Curtis. Continue Reading →

Arts

Greenwich Library to Host Bestselling Author, Amy Tan in Conversation with Jeffrey Brown

By: greenwichfreepress | September 27, 2025

Born in the U.S. to immigrant parents from China, Amy Tan rejected her mother’s expectations that she become a doctor and concert pianist. She chose to write fiction instead, resulting in a successful career with many books on The New York Times bestseller list including The Joy Luck Club. Her new book, The Backyard Bird Chronicles (Knopf), debuted at #1 on both The New York Times and the Indie bestseller lists. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Kaia Yoga Greenwich Grand Re-Opening Set for October 16

By: greenwichfreepress | September 27, 2025

The event is free and open to the public. The Signature Class is for a fee. Kaia Yoga Greenwich is located at 328 Pemberwick Road, Greenwich, CT, 06831. Continue Reading →