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GHS Outdoor Track Team Learns Tough Lesson In Sportsmanship after CIAC Decision Tips the Championship Scales

By: greenwichfreepress | 2 hours ago

At the CIAC Class LL boys outdoor track championships in New Britain on May 30, the Cardinals celebrated earning the team title, finishing ahead of rivals from Hamden. But the win was overturned by CIAC after a religious accommodation allowed a Hamden athlete to compete in the MM meet the following day, Sunday and have his points apply to the previous day’s event. The situation is unprecedented. GHS athletes and parents asked the CIAC to review how the situation was handled.

Business

BBB Warns of Employment Scam Using Hartford Address Targets Job Seekers Nationwide

Targets in New York, Missouri, Louisiana, Alabama, Wisconsin, Kentucky, and California say they were contacted via email after posting their resumes on LinkedIn and Indeed. Scam Tracker reports say the job offer comes from a Frederick Wilford of Coast Healthcare Management, LLC located at 45 S Main St. in Hartford.

Letter to the Editor

82 Years Ago, D-Day Changed the Course of History

“For me, this day is personal. My grandparents were forced to flee Nazi Germany, losing their home and many family members and friends. Their journey to safety in America gave our family a future and taught me that democracy is precious — and never guaranteed.” – Jill Oberlander

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, May 1-4, 2026

12 Stallion Trail sold on May 4, 2026 for $3,600,000

More Headlines

Pelagic Kids Fishing Camp: Youth Age 8 to 18 Learn to Catch Fish in Long Island Sound

The Resurgence of Thrifting Draws Treasure Hunters to Greenwich

Greenwich High School Student Completes SoundWaters Research Intensive

Police & Fire

Greenwich Man Charged with Sexual Assault after Groping Incident in Local Supermarket

By: greenwichfreepress | March 8, 2016

A man was arrested after allegedly groping a woman in the supermarket on Monday evening. Continue Reading →

Arts

GTP Accepts Submissions for Local Bands through Friday, March 11

By: greenwichfreepress | March 8, 2016

“Not only is this an excellent opportunity for local bands to perform for their Greenwich community, they have the once-in-a-lifetime chance to open for Grammy winners Darryl Hall & John Oates, John Fogerty and Tedeschi Trucks Band,” said organizer and event manager Scot Weicker. Continue Reading →

Government

Wetlands to Iron Works Applicant: “Freewheeling Narrative,” Declarations and Conclusions Not Backed by Data

By: greenwichfreepress | March 8, 2016

Attorney for a neighborhood group opposed to the development of the Post Road Iron Works site, as well as Wetlands agency members referred to declaratory statements without evidence, an incomplete application and missing environmental contamination information during a Wetlands hearing at the Cole Auditorium Monday night. Continue Reading →

Giving

Junior League of Greenwich’s Casino Day at Nathaniel Witherell Senior Center

By: greenwichfreepress | March 8, 2016

The Junior League of Greenwich presented Senior Casino Day at Nathaniel Witherell Senior Center is designed as a day of entertainment for the entire senior community. The event featured Bingo, Roulette, Slot Machines and other casino themed games provided by Ace and Jack Enterprises, located in Valley Stream, New York. Continue Reading →

Dogs

Winning Photo Fetches Greenwich Pooch Fame and Fortune

By: greenwichfreepress | March 8, 2016

A Greenwich family photographed their rescue dog, Tibbs, an 8-year-old Hound-Boxer mix, on a grassy area with the Gold Gate Bridge as a backdrop, and won big in a AAA photo contest. Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Public Schools Preschool Coordinator Dolores Kenny to Retire

By: greenwichfreepress | March 8, 2016

Prior to her role leading the Greenwich Schools preschool program, Dr. Dolores Kenny was the assistant principal at North Street School for 23 years. Continue Reading →

Business

SOLD: The Chicken Joe’s Building in Cos Cob Has a New Owner

By: greenwichfreepress | March 8, 2016

The familiar Chicken Joe’s building at 235 East Putnam Ave sold on March 1 as a package of three, including 241 East Putnam Ave and 2 Relay Place. The sale price was $2,800,000. Joe Marini, who is an active and generous volunteer in the community, has been operating out of the modest green and white building for 23 years. Continue Reading →

Schools

Richard Alessi to Retire from Greenwich High School

By: greenwichfreepress | March 8, 2016

“Mr. Alessi’s steady hand and emphasis on empowering the staff during these years of change were a hallmark of his leadership. He will be genuinely missed.” – GHS Headmaster Dr. Chris Winters Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police and Greenwich Schools: Stranger Alert

By: greenwichfreepress | March 7, 2016

Police warn residents to please be watchful and remind your children never to approach a strangers car and to promptly report any suspicious activity to a guardian or the police. Anyone with any information regarding this or any other similar activity, please contact the Special Victims Section Main Line (203) 622-8030. Continue Reading →

Food Drink Restaurants

What’s Cooking? Tod’s Point Concession Stand Contract Changes Hands

By: greenwichfreepress | March 7, 2016

Carlos Hernandez, who runs a restaurant in Woodbridge called Solun Bar & Tapas and has run the concession at Fairfield’s beach for 16 years won the contract for the Tod’s Point concession stands – both the newly rebuilt stand inside the Susie Baker Pavillion and the stand at the south side of the beach. Continue Reading →