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Hearing on Greenwich School Speed Cameras Raises Concerns over Privacy and Data Collection

By: greenwichfreepress | May 15, 2026

“Can other government agencies like ICE access the information. Can insurance companies or another FOIA the data? Can another state’s police department or attorney general’s office subpoena the data in a vigilante justice effort regarding women’s health care should someone seek healthcare in Connecticut?” – Danielle Eason
The next step following the public hearing is for the item to go before the RTM on June 8 for approval.

Police & Fire

Georgia Man Charged with Laundering Money from Account of CT Dead Person

According to the arrest warrant, about $68,000 in funds were transferred out of a Fidelity account and allegedly funneled through multiple accounts before being converted into Bitcoin.

Government

Dr. Michael Goldstein Receives the Republican Nomination for Connecticut’s 4th Congressional District

“I am deeply grateful to the delegates, supporters, volunteers, and friends who helped make this possible. This nomination is the result of hard work, perseverance, and a shared belief that Connecticut residents deserve stronger representation in Washington.” – Dr. Michael Goldstein

Schools

GCDS Juniors Recognized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology

Mary Chickering ’26 and Kaki Weiksner ’26 were recognized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) on April 22 at a ceremony held at Eversource headquarters in Berlin, CT.

More Headlines

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month; NAMI Southwest CT is Grateful for Local Support

Foodshed Network Launches CSA Bring Seasonal Produce Straight to Backcountry Greenwich

YMCA of Greenwich Expands Summer Camp Programming To Meet Growing Community Needs

Letter to the Editor

FENTON: RTC $4mm school budget cut plan was based on flawed analysis

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2025

“The good news is that the BET Republicans still have time to do the right thing.” – Doug Fenton Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Greenwich PTAC Worried about Impacts of “Drastic” Schools Budget Reduction

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2025

“The budget process this year has been challenging and the vote to reduce the budget devastating.” – Greenwich PTA Council 2024-2025 Board Of Directors Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

LANCASTER: Toward a More Sustainable School Budget

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2025

“Enrollment won’t rebound soon, but efficiency can. Let’s reject complacency and nostalgia for a budget that works. Support a budget that prioritizes classrooms over bureaucracy, excellence over inertia.” – David Lancaster Continue Reading →

Business

Greenwich Litigator Joins Carmody

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2025

Rod Saggese will be based in Carmody’s Stamford office and a member of the firm’s leading litigation practice. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

COOPER: How did we lose our sense of community, empathy and love?

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2025

So here we are in the era of Trump and DOGE and a government in service to a single human rather than their constituents. The lure of power so intoxicating that any decency or morality they once had has vanished. Here in Greenwich, that equates to a Republican controlled BET that slashes items in the budget without care or concern for those who will be negatively impacted. Continue Reading →

Around Town

YMCA of Greenwich Launches Inspiring Women Speaker Series

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2025

The free lectures are open to the community at the YMCA of Greenwich this spring. Taking place from Wednesday, April 16, through Wednesday, May 21, at 12:00pm, these free and community-inclusive lectures will be held in the YMCA’s 1st Floor Member Lounge. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police Arrest Driver for Intentionally Crashing into Scooter, Assaulting Driver on North Street

By: greenwichfreepress | April 8, 2025

Police said that after striking the scooter, the suspect exited his vehicle and used his fists to physically assault the victim. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Man Charged with Violation of Protective Order

By: greenwichfreepress | April 8, 2025

The suspect was able to able to post the required 7% of his court set bond of $50,000. Continue Reading →

Arts

Alanis Morissette to Headline 2025 Greenwich Town Party

By: greenwichfreepress | April 8, 2025

Ziggy Marley, Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour to Join the Main Stage Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Public Schools Presents the 2025 Community Service Awards

By: greenwichfreepress | April 8, 2025

Greenwich Public Schools on Tuesday announced that the 2025 Community Service Awards will be held on Tuesday, April 22, at 5:00pm at Greenwich High School’s Performing Arts Center to recognize student participation in service activities that help to improve both their school and the community. The entire community is invited to attend. Continue Reading →