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

By: greenwichfreepress | 8 hours ago

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.

Arts

Meet More Artists: Art in the Park Returns on Sunday, June 7

“Art in the Park” event, which is set for Sunday, June 7 in Binney Park in Old Greenwich from 10:00 am to 5:00pm. This is a free, family-friendly event that transforms the park into an open-air art gallery.

Arts

Greenwich Scholarship Association Benefit Concert to Support Local Students Facing Rising College Costs

The Greenwich Scholarship Association will be the beneficiary of the Woman’s Club of Greenwich’s Concert on the Lawn on Friday, June 5 — an evening dedicated to helping local students achieve a college education through need-based scholarships.

Around Town

June is Pride Month; Pride is a Promise

“Pride is more than color and celebration; it is a promise — to ourselves, to our neighbors, and to the young people growing up here — that everyone has a right to live openly and without fear. That promise is why towns gather each June, and why Greenwich will come together on Saturday, June 6 at 4:00pm. – Allison Hope

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Greenwich School Board Reverses Itself on Pre-K at Riverside School Renovation Ed Specs

AG Tong and Dept of Consumer Protection’s Cafferelli Announce Investigation into Former New Britain Mayor’s Trophy Charitable Fund

Scouting America’s Cub-O-Ree Event Set for Saturday at Camp Seton

Opinion

TALKING TRANSPORTATION: Coping with Winter

By: greenwichfreepress | February 23, 2025

Some steeper hills get treated with brine, a mix of salt and water, but DEEP doesn’t allow sand in this part of the state due to run-off into catch basins and Long Island Sound. Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Academy Announces Kristin Peck ’89 as Commencement Speaker

By: greenwichfreepress | February 23, 2025

Of her time at GA, Ms. Peck has said, “I received one of the greatest educations a woman or man can get—I learned to be intellectually curious, to respectfully challenge ideas and theories to get to the ultimate truth or insight.” Continue Reading →

Business

BBB Warns: Don’t scan QR codes on unexpected packages

By: greenwichfreepress | February 22, 2025

Here’s what to do if you receive a package you didn’t order. Continue Reading →

Transportation

AAA Reveals Top 2025 Spring Break Destinations

By: greenwichfreepress | February 22, 2025

In addition to warmer climates, AAA bookings show several European cities, including Rome, London, Paris, Barcelona and Madrid, among the top spring break destinations this year. With travel to Asia booming over the past year, Tokyo also makes the top 10 list of international spring break destinations. Continue Reading →

Government

Former Stamford Resident Sentenced to More Than 26 Years in Federal Prison for Recording His Sexual Abuse of a Minor

By: greenwichfreepress | February 22, 2025

Deirdre M. Daly, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut - Greenwich Free Press

On January 12, 2023, Stamford Police arrested the man on state sexual assault and risk of injury offenses, and seized his iPhone. Analysis of the iPhone revealed sexually explicit images of the minor victim, and images of the man engaging in sexually explicit conduct with the minor victim. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police and DMV Inspectors Effort Nets $11,000+ in Fines on Commercial Vehicles

By: greenwichfreepress | February 22, 2025

On Wednesday, Feb 19, several commercial motor vehicle stops were made in Greenwich. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Unique Opportunity to Connect with NASA Astronaut Suni Williams via Christ Church Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | February 22, 2025

CAPT Williams is not only a veteran astronaut with over 500 days in space but also a prominent figure in inspiring future generations. She has commanded the International Space Station twice and continues to contribute to space exploration and educational outreach. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police Make Arrest in 2023 Motor Vehicle Theft

By: greenwichfreepress | February 22, 2025

The suspect was charged with Larceny of a motor vehicle, a Class E felony, first offense; Identity Theft 3; and <$500 on Revoked Payment Card. Continue Reading →

Arts

Greenwich Library Announces Transformative $5 Million Endowment to Support Acclaimed Signature Series

By: greenwichfreepress | February 21, 2025

Past Signature Series events included Doris Kearns Goodwin, Indra Nooyi, Mark Bittman, Tina Brown, Fareed Zakaria, Pete McBride, Jon Meacham, Melissa Clark, and other notable authors. The Greenwich Library Signature Series has been offered to community members at no charge due to the generous support of the Greenwich Library Board of Trustees and now will continue through the support of the Pasculanos. Continue Reading →

Government

Bomb Threat Made to Stamford Home of CT Attorney General Tong

By: greenwichfreepress | February 21, 2025

Tong thanked state and local police and first responders and said he was grateful that his family was safe. Continue Reading →