Greenwich Free Press | Latest News from Greenwich CT

Greenwich Free Press (https://greenwichfreepress.com/page/1448/)

At Raphaël’s Bakery, Orange Awning Signals Welcoming Atmosphere, Superior Menu

By: greenwichfreepress | 6 hours ago

Raphaël’s Bakery on Mason Street in Greenwich is hard to miss, with its orange awning, matching outdoor seating, and cheerful spring flowers. When customers step inside, they are greeted with a wide display of pastries, sandwiches, baguettes and baked goods. Amelie ordered a turkey and comté sandwich, Julia ordered a vegetarian sandwich with a chocolate chip cookie, and Sara enjoyed a prosciutto and mozzarella sandwich.

Summer Camp

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.

Letter to the Editor

Bencivengo: Programs Like Saint Catherine’s Players are Not Expendable Luxuries

“At a time when we constantly speak about the mental health crisis facing children, the isolation many feel, and the need for meaningful connection and purpose, programs like Saint Catherine’s Players are not expendable luxuries. They are lifelines. They are ministries in their own right.” – Dr. Jennifer Bencivewngo

Arts

Meet More Artists You’ll Find at “Art in the Park” on Sunday, June 7

The event will feature dozens of local, up-and-coming artists, exhibiting and selling their works to the public, including oils, acrylics, mixed media, photography, watercolors, wood carvings, drawings, giclée prints, decoupages and much more.

More Headlines

Greenwich 8th Grade Capstone Project Highlights Benefits of Pet Rescue

Greenwich’s New Lebanon School Named 2026 CT Blue Ribbon School

International School at Dundee to Mark 25 Years of IB Excellence with Community Open House

Police & Fire

Police Arrest Driver With Heavy Front End Damage and No Memory of Crash

By: greenwichfreepress | April 16, 2019

Initially police responded to a report of a driver slumped over the wheel on the side of the Merritt Parkway. Continue Reading →

Obituaries

GHS Hockey Program Continues to Flourish Under Coach Rurak

By: | April 16, 2019

Local Live, 12 team JV league, booster club, hockey prom. Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Next for the Wrecking Ball in Greenwich: Greenwich Academy’s “Ghost House”

By: greenwichfreepress | April 16, 2019

According to the Town of Greenwich’s building department, the start of the mandatory wait for the school to tear down the house began on April 10. The earliest the school will be eligible to tear down the house is May 25. Continue Reading →

Government

Tree Warden Announces Decision on Pine Trees at Hamilton Ave School

By: greenwichfreepress | April 16, 2019

The tree removals were requested by Pecora Bros who are developing the flag lot behind the Two Door Restaurant with a multi-unit residential complex that includes some affordable apartments (under the state 8-30g statute). Continue Reading →

Government

Greenwich DTC Speaker Series to Feature Jim Cameron on Transportation

By: greenwichfreepress | April 16, 2019

A veteran television journalist, he writes about and is an expert on transportation issues facing Connecticut commuters. Seating is limited. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Alleged Cocaine Dealer Charged by Greenwich Police

By: greenwichfreepress | April 16, 2019

Greenwich Police received information about someone selling cocaine to numerous people in Greenwich. An investigation was conducted that resulted in search warrants, which were executed on April 15. Police seized approximately 5.4 grams of suspected cocaine. Dayne Lewis, 41, of Forest Ave in Cortlandt Manor, NY, was charged with Possession of Narcotics and Possession of Narcotics with Intent to Sell. He was released on a promise to appear in Stamford Superior Court on April 30, 2019. Continue Reading →

Arts

Greenwich Library Oral History Project to Celebrate Grace Notes 50+ Years

By: greenwichfreepress | April 15, 2019

On May 16, following a book presentation, the Grace Notes will entertain library visitors at the Welcome Desk on the first floor, then in front of the Flinn Gallery on the second floor, and finally in the Children’s Room on the third floor. Continue Reading →

Schools

GHS Bleachers Condemned; Games and Graduation Plans TBD

By: greenwichfreepress | April 15, 2019

Specifically, at the time the bleachers were built, it appears they were built to a standard of 60 pounds per square foot. Currently, code requires that the structure hold 100 pounds per square foot. Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Catholic School Announces Program Enhancements for 2019-20

By: greenwichfreepress | April 15, 2019

With a focus on retaining and attracting top talent for the 2019-20 school year, Mario Gaztambide (P ‘24, ‘25) Chairman of the Board of Directors announced that “100% of our tuition adjustment is going toward increased teacher pay and additional teachers and administration. We are compelled to compensate the people who mold our children every day more equitably.” Continue Reading →

Around Town

Shredding Volunteers Ready to Celebrate Earth Day in Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | April 15, 2019

Shredding Volunteers Ready to Celebrate Earth Day in Greenwich Shredding Day is Saturday, April 27. Greenwich residents can shred between 9:30am and 12 noon at Island Beach parking lot. Continue Reading →