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Greenwich Farmers Market Opens May 16 in Horseneck Lot

By: greenwichfreepress | 19 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.

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

Government

George Washington Inaugural Bible Comes to Greenwich

In honor of America’s 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the George Washington Inaugural Bible will be displayed at the Greenwich Library [Jewel Room] from 11:00am until 3:00pm. The event is thanks to the efforts of Acacia Lodge No. 85, A.F. & A.M.— the Masonic lodge of Greenwich.

Government

Greenwich Becomes First Connecticut Town to Win National “Clearie” Awards for Excellence in Election Administration

Greenwich’s honors came in the category of Best Practices in Recruiting, Retaining, and Training Poll Workers. The first winning program featured Poll Worker Training Cards. The flashcards provided election workers with essential reminders on laws and processes.

More Headlines

20th Annual Swim Across America – Fairfield County Open Water Swim Set for June 20

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

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

Report of Suspicious Activity in Binney Park Leads to Woman’s Arrest

By: greenwichfreepress | June 15, 2019

Investigation revealed that a woman in Binney Park had an active arrest warrant out of Milford. Continue Reading →

Health

Smilow Cancer Hospital’s Greenwich Hospital Campus Celebrate Cancer Survivorship

By: greenwichfreepress | June 15, 2019

Cancer survivorship is on the rise thanks to treatment advancements that prolong and enhance the quality of life.

An estimated 15.5 million Americans are cancer survivors. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Woman Charged With DUI After Single Car Crash

By: greenwichfreepress | June 14, 2019

A Greenwich woman was arrested following a single car motor vehicle crash. Continue Reading →

Cardinal Critics

Il Pastaficio is True Italian in the Heart of Cos Cob

By: Jasmine Furtado and Katie Turk | June 14, 2019

Federico Perandin, owner of Il Pastaficio explained how many dishes like Fettuccine Alfredo are not indigenous to Italy, and are actually very influenced by American cooking. Il Pastaficio is unique from the quality of the ingredients used and the simplistic but decadent style of the dishes served- Italian to its core. Continue Reading →

Government

Town of Greenwich Reaches Agreement with Eversource on Substation

By: greenwichfreepress | June 14, 2019

The Greenwich Board of Selectmen voted unanimously at its June 14, 2019 meeting to approve the settlement of the appeal that was filed in Superior Court in 2017. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Summer Camps at YWCA Foster Friendships; Feature Swimming, Sports, Trips to the Beach

By: greenwichfreepress | June 14, 2019

With swimming, sports, trips to the beach, field trips to local museums, recreational centers and amusement parks, as well as a variety of onsite activities, children can’t wait to come back each year. Continue Reading →

Schools

Administrator of the Year, Barbara Riccio, Who is Retiring, is Feted at Final BOE Meeting

By: greenwichfreepress | June 14, 2019

An educator for more than 35 years, Ms. Riccio spent the majority of her career in education with the Greenwich Public Schools, and served as New Lebanon School Principal since 2011. Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, June 4-5, 2019

By: greenwichfreepress | June 14, 2019

138 Lockwood Rd sold on June 4, 2019 for $2,515,000 Continue Reading →

Arts

Behind the Scenes of the Greenwich High School Theater Program

By: Maya Thompson | June 14, 2019

People mainly focus on whatever’s on stage during a Greenwich High School performance. However, every single production would fall to pieces without the stage crew and tech director, Scott Borowka. What seems like simple tweaks and changes in lighting and set are actually well-thought and significant pieces to each Greenwich High School show. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police Arrest Alleged Glenville Burglar

By: greenwichfreepress | June 14, 2019

Greenwich Police responded to the Westchester County Correctional Facility to extradite a man wanted for Burglary in Glenville. Continue Reading →