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Greenwich’s New Lebanon School Named 2026 CT Blue Ribbon School

By: greenwichfreepress | 3 hours ago

New Lebanon School is one of 11 elementary schools in Greenwich enrolling 363 students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5. Nearly 60% of students are eligible for free or reduced-price meals. New Lebanon’s overall accountability index earned in 2024-25 was 89.3, above the state target of 85 and their highest to date. The school’s performance has been improving steadily in recent years. They earned School of Distinction status for the first time in 2021-22 and repeated their performance in 2023-24 and 2024-25.

Schools

International School at Dundee to Mark 25 Years of IB Excellence with Community Open House

Alumni, Families & Staff Invited to Celebrate Quarter Century of Global Education. ISD will host an Open House on Thursday, May 28, from 4:00-5:30pm at its campus at 55 Florence Road in Riverside, bringing together former and current families, alumni, staff, and neighbors to mark a milestone 25 years in the making.

Government

Joe Kelly Secures Unanimous Nomination for State Senate

Republican delegates from Greenwich, North Stamford, and New Canaan convened in Greenwich Town Hall on Tuesday evening and unanimously nominated Joe Kelly as their candidate to represent the 36th District in the Connecticut State Senate. Mr. kelly is running to replace State Senator Ryan Fazio, also a Republican, who is vacating the seat to challenge incumbent Gov. Ned Lamont. Fazio took to the floor to nominate Kelly.

Summer Camp

Code Ninjas Returns with Another Summer of COOL Enrichment

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.

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Greenwich Free Press Summer 2026 Camp Guide

Register Today for the America’s 250th Greenwich Community 5K & Fun Mile: One Community, Two Distances, 250 Years of History.

Greenwich Schools PTA Council Honors Volunteers with Essence Awards

Around Town

It’s Free. It’s Friday. It’s Fashion on the Ave.

By: greenwichfreepress | September 1, 2014

In addition to a red carpet fashion show right down the middle of Greenwich Ave, the event includes a car and boat show! Continue Reading →

Dogs

Protect Your Dog from “Pet Flipping”

By: greenwichfreepress | September 1, 2014

Pet flippers snatch pets from front porches and back yards. They answer ads for “found pets” and claim to be the rightful owner. Purebreds are most coveted because of their potential value for breeding. Think twice before you leave your pet outside unattended. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Nathaniel Witherell 7th Annual Celebrity Invitational Golf Tournament is Sept. 4

By: greenwichfreepress | September 1, 2014

This year’s sports celebrities include: Craig Bingham, a former Pittsburgh Steeler Linebacker; Jeff Feagles, Giant All-Pro Punter and 2007 Super Bowl Champion; Chuck Mercein, former six-year NFL Running Back for the New York Giants and Green Bay Packers; and Sue Merz, U.S. Women’s Olympic Hockey Team Gold and Silver Medalist. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Free Yoga Class Tuesday in Greenwich Commons

By: greenwichfreepress | September 1, 2014

The class is free and afterward, look forward to Meli-Melo juices! Continue Reading →

Tiny New York Kitchen

Tiny New York Kitchen: Lemon Zest Grilled Chicken

By: greenwichfreepress | September 1, 2014

“Here is a great grilled chicken recipe for your long weekend holiday. Remember that if you don’t have a grill you can cook these chicken breasts in a grill pan.” Victoria Hart Glavin of Tiny New York Kitchen Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich School’s Chief on Summer Renovations, Beefed-Up Magnet Theme, Anti-Bullying Efforts

By: greenwichfreepress | August 31, 2014

The Superintendent reviewed improvements to buildings over the summer, the smooth opening day, a possible transformation of Ham Ave’s magnet theme to STEM, and the schools’ Safe School Climate. Continue Reading →

Around Town

‘Miraculous’ Rescue of Cat Stuck in Apartment Wall for Five Days in New Canaan

By: greenwichfreepress | August 31, 2014

A New Canaan nonprofit organization, carpenter and handyman are earning high praise this weekend after orchestrating what’s being called the “miraculous” rescue of a cat that was stuck in a wall for five days. Continue Reading →