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The renewed focus on thrifting is driven in party by a reaction against fast fashion and a desire for sustainability, especially among the young people. There are three popular thrift shops in Greenwich: Rummage Room in Old Greenwich, The Marketplace by Fofie and Mia’s in Byram, and the Greenwich Auxiliary Thrift Shop in Chickahominy.
Campers head out on camp boats – the Pelagic Beast in Greenwich – to explore the waters of the Long Island Sound, for a complete, unique outdoor experience. Guided by Coast Guard licensed captains daily, children are taught the basic fundamentals needed to catch their own fish.
A Greenwich high school student spent this spring conducting hands-on marine research through the SoundWaters Research Intensive (SRI), studying topics ranging from kelp farming to biodiversity. Their work offers a compelling look at how students are engaging with local environmental issues and Long Island Sound.
Welcome to the 2026 GFP Summer Camp Guide. We will continue to add camps. Contact Heather Brown at [email protected] for details.
On Tuesday morning the New Lebanon School 5th graders ventured across Delavan Ave to BANC where the kindergartners were ready to join forces in a gingerbread house project. The activity is a longtime tradition, but just one example of the fun activities fifth graders do alongside kindergartners! Continue Reading →
Candy Fletcher has worked at Minute Men Cleaners for decades. About 12 years ago she got to know Joe Kaliko and occasionally he asks he help for a fundraiser. She puts a poster up on the wall, and places a donation jar on the counter. Recently he asked if she could help raise some money for Kids in Crisis, when the non profit had its state funding cut. She raised $550 by asking customers to donate $1.00. Then a customer surprised her! Continue Reading →
A driver was found asleep at a green light at East Putnam Ave and River Rd. His Honda’s transmission was in drive and his foot on the brake pedal. Continue Reading →
A Greenwich 17-year-old was charged with Assault 2nd degree and Breach of Peace 2nd degree. He was transported to the Bridgeport Juvenile Detention Center to await arraignment. According to Police the youthful offender kicked his victim in the head, knocking him unconscious. Continue Reading →
Felix Guiffra was born on February 1, 1923 in Naugatuck to the late William “Philip” Guiffra and Christine Nardello Guiffra. As a baby he moved to Greenwich with his family and later attended St. Mary’s and St. Roch’s elementary schools and Greenwich High School. Continue Reading →
A man who brandished a machete on Greenwich Ave was later apprehended at McDonald’s. In addition to Breach of Peace and Carrying Dangerous Weapons, he was also charged with Possession of Narcotics. Continue Reading →
RBS Supervisor, Adam Siegel, 37, of Riverside, Connecticut, waived his right to indictment and pleaded guilty on Monday in Hartford federal court to conspiracy to commit a multi-million dollar securities fraud scheme. Continue Reading →
Meet Granit Balidemaj, one of the youngest member of the Representative Town Meeting in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Six weeks ago… Bonded senior German Shepherds, Sheila & Sparky, ten-year-old brother and sister were rescued from NYC Animal Control after being surrendered by their owner moving out of state.
They were pulled from certain euthanasia in a united effort by Northwind Kennels and Adopt A Dog! Adopt A Dog founder Donna Nives generously sponsored their care and vetting at Rippowam Animal Hospital where they are current guests until we find them a quiet foster home to relax and wait together for the lifelong loving place to be for the time they have left… Continue Reading →
Dinosaur Bar-B-Que in Stamford invites to join them at their New Happy Hour. A great, spirited place to throw-back and have some fun. The well priced menu is one of the best deals in town. Continue Reading →