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

By: greenwichfreepress | 13 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

Real Estate

Brunswick School Purchases Justus Sackett House c 1776 on Patterson Ave

By: greenwichfreepress | July 20, 2019

The sale price was $3,600,000. Continue Reading →

Around Town

“Spot On” Highlights Cats for Adoption and So Much More!

By: Melanie Leguizamon | July 19, 2019

Princess and Lux hitched a ride on a dog transport from a kill shelter in Texas after losing their owner. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Stay Cool, Head to the Woman’s Club of Greenwich Indoor Air Conditioned Tag Sale Set for July 19-20

By: greenwichfreepress | July 19, 2019

Expect to find beautiful china and crystal pieces, furniture, art, jewelry, bric-a-brac, linens, toys, lamps, holiday items and exotic items. Continue Reading →

Business

Greenwich Farmers Market Customers Line up for Fresh Fish from “The Local Catch”

By: greenwichfreepress | July 19, 2019

At the Greenwich Farmers Market on Saturdays, The Local Catch enjoys a steady stream of enthusiastic customers for their fresh, local, sustainable seafood, including bigeye tuna, lobster, scallops, halibut and cod. Continue Reading →

Government

Tree Warden Announces Decision on Hamilton Ave School Trees…

By: greenwichfreepress | July 19, 2019

The Tree Warden Has Announced his Decision on the fate of trees the Board of Education wanted to remove at Hamilton Avenue School in order to level the playing field. Continue Reading →

Greenwich House of the Week (Advertisement)

HOUSE OF THE WEEK: Luxury Living in Downtown Greenwich, New Construction

By: greenwichfreepress | July 19, 2019

62-68 Sound View Drive, 2-South. Located in downtown Greenwich, this property offers one level living, an open floor-plan and light filled entertaining spaces with fabulous Long Island Sound views and a private terrace. Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers July 5-11, 2019

By: greenwichfreepress | July 19, 2019

613 West Lyon Farm Drive sold on July 11, 2019 for $1,262,500 Continue Reading →

Arts

Open Arts Alliance Summer Stage Sizzles Inside the YMCA Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | July 19, 2019

Open Arts Alliance Open Arts Alliance summer stage campers participated in a two week workshop that culminated in a performance Jungle Book Kids. The group brought in outside talent to work with the children on singing, dancing and acting.

The two week summer intensive has met weekdays from 10:00-2:30pm and the show is set for Friday at 6:00pm (Break a leg!) Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Four Members of O’Connor Family Share a Shift on Greenwich Police Force

By: greenwichfreepress | July 18, 2019

“I tried to help a lot of people. Put the bad guys in jail. Help the people when we can help. Be fair. I always treated people the way I wanted to be treated.” – Mike O’Connor Sr, Greenwich Police Dept Continue Reading →

Weather

Greenwich Issues Heat Alert: 90°+ Temps Coming

By: greenwichfreepress | July 18, 2019

Drink plenty of fluids regardless of your activity. Avoid drinks with caffeine, alcohol or those with large amounts of sugar and salt. Those who are on a restricted fluid intake should check with their physician Continue Reading →