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The Resurgence of Thrifting Draws Treasure Hunters to Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | 12 minutes 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.

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.

Around Town

The Bailiwick Club Celebrates Grand Opening of New Pool and Expanded Dining Patio

The Bailiwick Club recently marked a major milestone in its ongoing modernization efforts with a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the unveiling of its new swimming pool and expanded dining patio.

Business

P&Z Watch: Addition Proposed at Former BNY Mellon Building on Mason Street

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.

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Police & Fire

Tinted Windows Lead to Arrest of Stamford Woman

By: greenwichfreepress | March 8, 2025

Police said the tint was dark enough that they could not see the driver through the vehicle window. Continue Reading →

Schools

At GHS Unified Sports Finishes Basketball Season in High Spirits

By: greenwichfreepress | March 7, 2025

The Cardinals played the Darien Blue Wave in an exciting game that had Greenwich in the lead during the first half, Darien ahead at times, but ultimately a tie score. Continue Reading →

Schools

International School at Dundee Announces 2025 Greenwich Color Challenge

By: greenwichfreepress | March 7, 2025

The Greenwich Color Challenge is a 1.5-mile fun run and obstacle course featuring multiple challenge stations and six color powder stations, where participants are playfully “dusted” with safe, non-toxic, and washable colors. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

BET Chair Fisher: FEMA Grants and Charter Amendment Strengthen Town Operations and fiscal Responsibility

By: greenwichfreepress | March 7, 2025

“The Charter amendment, which passed with strong support (11-1-0), provides a new opportunity for town employees to retire, collect their pension, and then apply for another town position….the approval of FEMA grant funds for eligible property owners, will help protect homes in flood-prone areas while safeguarding the town’s financial interests.” – Harry Fisher, Republican Chairman of the BET Continue Reading →

Arts

National Votes for Women Trail Celebrates Two Main Reasons for Their Success

By: greenwichfreepress | March 6, 2025

The National Votes for Women Trail (nvwt.org), a project of The National Collaborative for Women’s History Sites celebrated Women’s History Month with a virtual toast to two NVWT Trailblazers that they have just honored with with their Trailblazer Awards – Marsha Weinstein and Coline Jenkins. Continue Reading →

Health

Sad Ending for the Gray Seal Pup, “Chappy,” Rescued from Streets of New Haven

By: greenwichfreepress | March 6, 2025

“In addition, while unrelated to Chappy’s immediate cause of death, small pieces of plastic were found in his stomach highlighting the threat that marine debris, especially plastics, poses to marine animals.” – Mystic Aquarium Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Patient’s Assault of Greenwich Hospital Employee Caught on Camera

By: greenwichfreepress | March 6, 2025

The patient knocked the employee to the ground and held her there while striking her with a closed fist. Continue Reading →

Arts

Grammy-Nominated Chanté Moore, Fortune 500 CEO Thasunda Brown Duckett, and Emmy-Winning Anchor Cindy Hsu Headline “Rising Together”

By: greenwichfreepress | March 6, 2025

An Evening of Music, Leadership, and Community Impact in Support of Person to Person’s Mission Continue Reading →

Business

ABC Carpet & Home Set to Open on Greenwich Avenue

By: greenwichfreepress | March 5, 2025

The retailer will open in the space at 181 Greenwich Avenue, longtime home to Brooks Brothers. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Adaptive Signal Control Technology: Cos Cob Groups & Businesses Open Letter to Greenwich DPW

By: greenwichfreepress | March 5, 2025

“The few added seconds gained from eliminating the current exclusive pedestrian phase is not necessary and not worth the risk to our children, seniors, residents with disabilities, or anyone who needs the assistance of a vehicle free intersection to cross the street.” Continue Reading →