Greenwich Free Press | Latest News from Greenwich CT

Greenwich Free Press (https://greenwichfreepress.com/page/1409/)

Neighbors Lawyer Up for Proposed Redevelopment of Former Trump Property in Indian Harbor

By: greenwichfreepress | 3 hours ago

“First and foremost is this notion of artificially changing the flood zone. It begs the question, how do you obtain permission to develop a site by simply raising the grade and adding tremendous amounts of fill, just to avoid the requirements of limitations that those various zones have upon a property?” – Steve Walko, attorney representing neighbors and the Indian Harbor Association

Sports

Race Day Entries Are Accepted for 37th Annual One Mile Swim on Saturday, July 11

This community tradition raises funds to support swim lesson scholarships. Through its partnership with Greenwich Public Schools, the YMCA evaluates approximately 600 fourth-grade students each year to assess their water safety skills. Students who need additional support are offered free eight-week swim lesson sessions at the YMCA. This year, 89 local students qualified for the program.

Police & Fire

Man at Playland Wore Fake FBI Shield; Claimed He and His ‘K-9’ Were Recently Shot On Duty

A Somers man was charged with Criminal Impersonation over the weekend after he came to Playland Park wearing an FBI shield and spinning a tall tale about being shot on the job. The shield was a fake. The story was too.

Arts

The Melody Men of the RMA Sparkle at America-250 Event

The Melody Men of the Retired Men’s Association (RMA) of Greenwich recently gave a special summer performance at the America-250/Greenwich “Sunday in the Park with George” event, serving as one of the opening acts at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park.

More Headlines

Rearrest Ordered for Animal Cruelty Suspect in Greenwich

Open Arts Alliance Announces Fall 2026 Season Lineup

P&Z Watch: Private A.I. School Proposed for Downtown Greenwich

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 →

Sports

Anthony Morello Appointed Head Coach of Cardinals Football

By: greenwichfreepress | July 18, 2019

Before he departed for Arizona, Coach John Marinelli had publicly state he wished Tony Morello would be appointed head coach in his place. On Thursday his wish came true. Continue Reading →