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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

Giving

Neighbor to Neighbor Partners with Greenwich Community Gardens

By: greenwichfreepress | April 6, 2025

Neighbor to Neighbor (NTN) is partnering with Greenwich Community Gardens to form the “Parsonage Road NTN Garden.” Continue Reading →

Parenting

Chabad to Host Parenting Workshop: Practical Tips for Navigating Challenging Behaviors

By: greenwichfreepress | April 6, 2025

Dr. Zoe Chiel provides psychotherapy to children experiencing depression, anxiety, behavior regulation concerns, life stressors, or family conflict. Continue Reading →

Giving

The Woman’s Club of Greenwich Announces 2025 Philanthropy Awards

By: greenwichfreepress | April 6, 2025

The recipients of this year’s awards from The Woman’s Club of Greenwich were the Audubon Camper Program, Barbara’s House, Call-A-Ride, Greenwich Campership Program, Greenwich Scholarship Fund, Greenwich Tree Conservancy, Greenwich Symphony, Neighbor To Neighbor, River House and the YWCA Harmony Project. Continue Reading →

Government

Crowds Gather at Hands-Off Rally on Greenwich Ave: “The Fight of Our Lives”

By: greenwichfreepress | April 5, 2025

On Saturday morning a crowd more than 400 people gathered outside the Havemeyer building on Greenwich Avenue as part of a mass nationwide “Hands Off” mobilization. Continue Reading →

Business

BBB: Be Wary of “The Free Roof Inspection”

By: greenwichfreepress | April 5, 2025

Many scams begin with a contractor who “just happens to be in the area” and notices your roof or home appears to need repairs from the outside. Roofing scams typically increase in frequency after a powerful storm, so stay alert. Legitimate roofers may also be in the area, so be savvy enough to check BBB.org and do your homework before hiring. Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Jr United Way Thrives Under Leadership of GHS Social Worker Amanda Finn

By: greenwichfreepress | April 5, 2025

Amanda Finn is a school social worker at Greenwich High School and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), as well as a therapist in private practice. For the past seven years, one of her most fulfilling positions has been serving as the program manager of the Greenwich Junior United Way. Continue Reading →

Government

Greenwich Girl Scouts & LWV Greenwich to Host Women in Government Workshop

By: greenwichfreepress | April 5, 2025

Following a highly successful event last year, this year’s engaging drop-in event is open to the public and designed to spark the interest of our youngest citizens, especially Girl Scouts in grades PK-5. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Aquarion: Water main cleaning in Greenwich Starts April 7

By: greenwichfreepress | April 5, 2025

The cleaning schedule for the first week of the project will take place from 8:00am to 5:00pm on the following roads: Anderson Road, Azalea Terrace, Benenson Drive, Cognewaugh Road, Daffodil Lane, Mallard Drive, Mimosa Drive, Orchard Drive, Overlook Drive, Putnam Hill, Putnam Park, Serenity Lane, Shelter Drive, Swan Terrace, Valley Road, West Brother Drive, Widgeon Way, and Wildwood Drive. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

O’Hagan: Universities Must Not Be Complicit in Repression, We must not be complicit in genocide

By: greenwichfreepress | April 5, 2025

“Universities must be sanctuaries of free expression and inquiry not conduits for state surveillance and repression.” – Lorelei O’Hagan, Cos Cob Continue Reading →

Transportation

Person Struck by Metro-North Train Near Cos Cob Station

By: greenwichfreepress | April 5, 2025

On Friday night trains were delayed up to 35 minutes. Continue Reading →