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A new pre-application has arrived at Greenwich Planning & Zoning that includes a three story addition at the back of the office building at 10 Mason Street. The property is one of two that sold from BNY Mellon National Association in 2025. The building was first constructed in 1954 with two stories. In 1962 it was increased to four stories, with land added for parking for a total of 60 spaces including two ADA spaces.
The Greenwich Scholarship Association will be the beneficiary of the Woman’s Club of Greenwich’s Concert on the Lawn on Friday, June 5 — an evening dedicated to helping local students achieve a college education through need-based scholarships.
BOE member Veronica Chiavaroli said other Greenwich elementary schools already house district programs besides their K-5 responsibilities. Riverside does not. Pre-K for children age 3, 4 and 5 is required by federal law to be provided for free for special education students who are in class with peer students who pay tuition. The number of students identified for Pre-K has tripled since 2012.
“Art in the Park” event, which is set for Sunday, June 7 in Binney Park in Old Greenwich from 10:00 am to 5:00pm. This is a free, family-friendly event that transforms the park into an open-air art gallery.
With declining news print sales, it’s anyone’s guess whether traditional daily and weekly papers have a future or whether independent online sites will rule the day. Janeen Bjork gave a presentation to the Retired Men’s Association about the rise and fall of news print. “Without news papers or news sites, we would lose our watchdogs – the people who keep those in power honest,” Bjork said. “If you don’t watch them, you know they’re going to fool around.” Continue Reading →
This past weekend, Skyliners had a big win at the Colonials Classic in Massachusetts. Seventy-nine skaters from Fairfield County, including 27 from Greenwich, compete with Skyliners. Continue Reading →
“Every property is for sale. Everyone has a price on their property. All eyes are on the success of our property, and whether people will take the risk.” – Rod O’Connor, owner, 88 South Water Street in Greenwich Continue Reading →
Want to start the New Year with a healthier lifestyle? This salad is a great nourishing dish which is gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and delicious! Meyer lemons are here – give them a squeeze. They have a way of brightening a gloomy winter’s day with natural sunshine. Continue Reading →
Thomas Heagney, attorney for Audi, presented an application to move the historic John Addington House, which is located on the dealership’s property. In the process Audi would hire a company with expertise in moving historic buildings with masonry structures. (The Addington House has a masonry fireplace and interior chimney.) Audi has been given concessions in return for the historic overlay for the Addington House. Commissioners expressed major disappointment that they witness as recently as the day of the P&Z meeting car carriers with Audi cars being offloaded in an active lane of traffic on West Putnam Ave. Continue Reading →
Just a couple property transfers recently recorded in the Assessor’s office at Greenwich Town Hall. Continue Reading →
For 150 years, Lehigh University, located in Bethlehem, PA, has combined outstanding academic and learning opportunities with leadership in fostering innovative research. The institution is among the nation’s most selective, highly ranked private research universities. Continue Reading →
Ashton Borcherding is a starting skipper for Greenwich Academy’s Sailing Team and sails year-round with LISOT (Long Island Youth Sailing Team). Continue Reading →
According to Lt. Gray, national chain stores are targeted by shoplifters because their security protocols are consistent. Continue Reading →
Dozens of students use the Library as a quiet study space during exams, both as individuals and as an ideal location for group study. As always, Library staff will be available to assist with reference questions. The Main Library will remain open 9:00am until 10:00 pm on Tuesday, Jan 19 through Thursday, Jan 21 and on Monday, Jan 25 for public and private school exam weeks.
The Library will also remain open until 6:00 pm on Sunday, Jan 24. (There will be no extended hours on Friday and Saturday, regular schedule applies).
Jose and EltonElton’s Café in the lower level of Greenwich Library will extend its hours until 7:00 pm on extended-hours weekdays so that students can purchase study break snacks.
The Library is closed on Monday, Jan 18 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Continue Reading →