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The Resurgence of Thrifting Draws Treasure Hunters to Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | 16 hours ago

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.

Summer Camp

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

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.

Volunteering

Greenwich High School Student Completes SoundWaters Research Intensive

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.

Summer Camp

Greenwich Free Press Summer 2026 Camp Guide

Welcome to the 2026 GFP Summer Camp Guide. We will continue to add camps. Contact Heather Brown at [email protected] for details.

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Police & Fire

After 4th Floor Window Broken in Putnam Hill, Police Seek Tips

By: greenwichfreepress | March 26, 2025

In the overnight hours of March 26, a fourth floor window was broken. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Niklas LaBorne Sworn in at Newest Member of the Greenwich Police Dept

By: greenwichfreepress | March 26, 2025

Officer LaBorne will attend the Stamford Police Academy. Upon his return later this year, he will continue his training with 16 weeks of field training before he can work independently. Continue Reading →

Giving

Greenwich High School Baseball Team “Diamond Day” is Sunday, March 30

By: greenwichfreepress | March 26, 2025

The first home game will be on Saturday, April 5. Please come support the team as they return to Cardinal Field, after a year closure for soil remediation. Continue Reading →

Arts

Bruce Museum to Exhibit Seminal Works from Renowned Sculptor Isamu Noguchi

By: greenwichfreepress | March 26, 2025

‘Isamu Noguchi: Metal the Mirror’ showcases nine pieces fabricated in galvanized steel. The exhibition will run from April 5-November 16, 2025, offering visitors a rare opportunity to explore Noguchi’s innovative use of galvanized steel. Continue Reading →

Government

Glenville Corridor Traffic Improvements: Construction Starts March 31

By: greenwichfreepress | March 26, 2025

Starting March 31st at the intersection of Glen Ridge Road and Glenville Street, work will move eastward as the project progresses. Estimated duration of the work is approximately one year. Continue Reading →

Government

Former Education Dept Advisor, Nick Simmons: In Defense of the US Dept of Education

By: greenwichfreepress | March 25, 2025

Former US Education Dept senior advisor Nick Simmons said dismantling the Dept of Education would do great harm to students. “Funding will start to dry up for critical programs like teacher recruiting and training, workforce training programs and investments in supporting schools to plan for AI in the classrooms.” Continue Reading →

Schools

Special Education Legal Fund (S.E.L.F) and SEEK CT (Special Education Equity for Kids of CT) to Host Resource Fair

By: greenwichfreepress | March 25, 2025

The 2025 resource fair is on Sunday, March 30, from 2:00 to 5:00pm at the Stamford JCC. Continue Reading →

Food Drink Restaurants

On Wednesday, March 26, Jersey Mike’s To Donate 100% of Sales to

By: greenwichfreepress | March 25, 2025

Buy lunch, dinner or a catered meal and Jersey Mike’s will pay it all forward. Get extra juice out of your donation: Send subs to a favorite charity or organization. Day of Giving is Jersey Mike’s busiest day of the year, with some crews arriving at 4:00am. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Man Perishes in Out-of-State Crash, Wife Injured

By: greenwichfreepress | March 24, 2025

The crash remains under investigation by Virginia State Police. Continue Reading →

Business

Attorney General Tong Issues Consumer Alert Regarding 23andMe’s Bankruptcy

By: greenwichfreepress | March 24, 2025

You can delete genetic data from 23andMe. You can destroy your 23andMe test sample. You can revoke permission for your genetic data to be used for research. Continue Reading →