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“Chief Heavey and the GPD understandably like the additional funds that will be used for traffic safety generated by speed camera ticketing. But there are significant issues not addressed by the Chief in his outreach to the community…Maya Tichio of D-7 has done considerable work researching the history of the Town’s involvement with Blue Line Solutions, the operator of the speed cameras in Greenwich. Her analysis includes the CT General Statutes governing such pedestrian safety systems, the financial structure of the contract, the specific sites selected for speed cameras around Greenwich, and the concerns expressed by Greenwich citizens about data security.” – Bill Galvin
This historic 80th annual event gathered over 26,000 high school students, advisors, and business professionals for a massive week of leadership development and competitive events
Kids don’t just “watch screens” – they build, create and problem-solve thrugh STEM • Robotics • 3D Printing • LEGO® Engineering • Game Design • AI • Minecraft • Drones • Building Cartoons & more.
The Greenwich Police Department will NEVER contact individuals via email, text message, or phone call demanding payment or requesting immediate financial transactions.
Jewish Family Services of Greenwich is happy to announce the presentation of a $3,000 Grant Award from the First County Bank Foundation to help support the Jewish Family Services of Greenwich program, Supermarketing for Seniors (SFS). This is the fifth grant they have received from the First County Bank Foundation. Continue Reading →
Connecticut Better Business Bureau says consumers are vulnerable from the time they look for rental property or check into a hotel. The free vacation ruse, for example, is not free if you have to give out your credit card number. Even though the vacation is supposed to be free, you will likely not get a dream vacation, but you may get taken for a ride. Continue Reading →
“When I found out that my favorite commercial “artisan” coffee ice cream contained corn syrup I threw it out and set to work on creating my own homemade version. I have to say that my Muddy Boots Coffee Ice Cream surpasses any that I’ve taken home from the grocery freezer. So…get your caffeine fix, coffee fix, and ice cream fix all in one whether you take it in a bowl or a cone by making Muddy Boots Coffee Ice Cream!” – Victoria Hart Glavin of Tiny New York Kitchen Continue Reading →
Fusion Academy Greenwich will open at 66 Gatehouse Road in Stamford, just over the town line on Sept. 8. The school offers a one-on-one educational model. And though this will be Fusion’s 31st academy, and open go kids in grades 6-12, it is the organization’s first school in Connecticut. Greenwich Free Press visited Fusion White Plains campus recently for a tour of the facility, which will be replicated at the Greenwich school come September. We interviewed Dr. Jennifer Walsh-Rurak, head of school in Greenwich and area manager for Fusion. Continue Reading →
Five rising college freshmen opened up about their college selection processes. What drew them to their future schools? How did each high school college counseling office fit into the puzzle? Featuring Grant MacFaddin, Uma Ramesh, Walker Nadeau, Andrew Ma, and Keith Radler. Continue Reading →
YMCA of Greenwich has appointed Bob DeAngelo, former executive director of the Greenwich Boys and Girls Club as its new CEO. He will fill the shoes of Ed Philipp, who came from the Rye YMCA in August 2012, who will leave to pursue other endeavors. Continue Reading →
On Friday Kriss Kringle, along with his summer sleigh riders, will hose down campers to cool them down from the summer heat—and just because it’s fun! Continue Reading →
Over the next few days, at times the temperature will feel over 100 degrees. Heat-related illnesses are a Public Health threat. Everyone, but especially the young, elderly, and those who have medical or mental health conditions, use medications that impede body temperature regulation, those who do not have air conditioning, those whose work requires outdoor activities and people who are socially isolated are encouraged to pay special attention to the weather. Continue Reading →
Fleisher’s is a nose-to-tail butcher that works only with whole animals that have been ethically raised on pasture. The animals are raised on small, local farms. The company is known for having the highest quality, best tasting meat, which reflects where it comes from as well as how its processed, raised, cut and sold. Continue Reading →
“Running away is faulty problem solving. When teenagers make a mistake, they should face up to it rather than run. They have to develop more constructive problem solving and coping skills, and it’s on the parents to work with teens, to let them know it’s okay to make a mistake as long as they own up to it,” said Alan Barry, Ph.D., Commissioner for the Greenwich Department of Social Services. Continue Reading →