Greenwich Free Press | Latest News from Greenwich CT

Greenwich Free Press (https://greenwichfreepress.com/page/143/)

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

By: greenwichfreepress | 2 hours ago

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.

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

The 25 year anniversary year milestone was commemorated during an open house event featuring history from the school, including old articles and yearbooks, and visits to the school’s classrooms.

Code Ninjas Returns with Another Summer of COOL Enrichment

Kids don’t just “watch screens” – they build, create and problem-solve thrugh STEM • Robotics • 3D Printing • LEGO® Engineering • Game Design • AI • Minecraft • Drones • Building Cartoons & more.

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

The board voted unanimously on an action item concerning a lawsuit between First Selectman Fred Camillo and the Board of Education.

More Headlines

CT Attorney General Warns against Job Recruiter Scams

37th Annual One Mile Swim Returns to Greenwich Point to Support Water Safety and Swim Lesson Scholarships

Optimum Cable Decides to Return Channels to Old Locations

By: greenwichfreepress | August 29, 2025

Just a week after moving the locally produced stations from channels 79 (Government) and 78 (Educational), Optimum has decided to move them back by September 16. Continue Reading →

DesChamps: A New “Wake-Up Call” for Greenwich Schools

By: greenwichfreepress | August 28, 2025

“As the days grow shorter and the crisp air of autumn approaches, a new school year is on the horizon. Soon, the 6:18 am sunrise will follow the 6:17 am school bus pickup time. This requires a wake up call for Greenwich families that rivals West Point cadets.” – Matt DesChamps, Democratic BET Member and Candidate for Re-election Continue Reading →

Around Town

The Greenwich Tree Conservancy Plants Trees for Cooler Streets and Parking Lots in Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | August 28, 2025

Parking lots in particular benefit from trees, which cool pavement, shade parked cars, and enhance appearance. Plantings took place in the Henry Street, Bruce, and East Elm lots, with more sites planned for the autumn planting season. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Stamford Police Seize Heavy Weaponry Following Early Morning Raid

By: greenwichfreepress | August 28, 2025

Stamford Police Narcotics & Organized Crime Unit, with assistance from the Special Response Team (SRT), K9 Unit, and Midnight Patrol Division, executed a search warrant at a North Stamford residence as part of a firearm investigation. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Temple Sholom Announces Fall Speaker Line-up: Eylon Levy and Abigail Pogrebin

By: greenwichfreepress | August 28, 2025

Both guest speakers will be moderated by Temple Sholom congregant, Dr. Gavriel Rosenfeld, President of the Center for Jewish History and Professor of History at Fairfield University. Continue Reading →

Government

LWV Greenwich Publishes Republican Primary Voter’s Guide

By: greenwichfreepress | August 28, 2025

The primary is on on Sept 9, 2025. A Board of Estimate & Taxation Debate is schedule for Thursday, October 9, from 7:00 – 9:00pm in the Town Hall Meeting Room. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Chaney: Why I’m Running for the Board of Education

By: greenwichfreepress | August 28, 2025

“I believe Board members must be visible and engaged in our schools, not just to talk, but to listen. Attending PTA meetings and school events across all 15 schools should be the norm, not the exception.” – Bob Chaney Continue Reading →

Business

High Stakes in the Constitution State: The Rise of Problem Sports Gambling, Especially Among Youth

By: greenwichfreepress | August 27, 2025

“Sport gambling is the most addicting vice that I have ever seen. What makes this such a powerful addiction is the fact that I can do it on my phone. With an addiction already to my phone, the easy accessibility of placing a bet – within the span of 60 seconds I can place that bet. The temptation is always there, and has not gone away. Online sports gambling combines two addictions into one.” – “Ben,” university student in Connecticut Continue Reading →

Government

Lamont Directs Flags to Half-Staff in Honor of Victims of the Mass Shooting in Minneapolis

By: greenwichfreepress | August 27, 2025

“The reports from Minneapolis regarding a mass shooting during a back-to-school mass at Annunciation Catholic Church are devastating.” – Governor Ned Lamont Continue Reading →

Around Town

Retired Men’s Association of Greenwich Enjoys Special Tennis Trip to US Open Fan Week 2025

By: greenwichfreepress | August 27, 2025

About 50 members of the Retired Men’s Association (RMA) of Greenwich, joined by family and friends, took part in an unforgettable day at the US Open Tennis Fan Week in Flushing Meadows, Queens. Continue Reading →