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Glenville Corridor Nears Completion; Road Closure for Paving Approved

By: greenwichfreepress | 16 hours ago

At the last Selectmen meeting on May 28, DPW civil engineer Ian Brown requested a road closure on Glenville Road between Glen Ridge and Weaver Street for the overnight hours (9:00pm to 6:00am) between June 21 to June 25.

Letter to the Editor

O’Brien: Protect Greenwich’s History, its Neighborhoods, and Its Financial Health by Rejecting Rink Flip MI

“If approved, this architectural monstrosity will stand as the permanent, negative legacy of our First Selectman, the Task Force Chairman, and the P&Z Commission. I urge the RTM to protect Greenwich’s history, its neighborhoods, and its financial health by rejecting this MI.” – Jim O’Brien

Government

June 8 Marks Start of Full Road Closure on North Street for Bridge Project

During the full road closure, residents are urged to plan ahead and allow extra travel time.

Around Town

Hudson Valley Honor Flight Organizes Trip to Washington, DC for 61 Veterans

Hudson Valley Honor Flight flew 61 veterans of the Vietnam, Korean, and World War II conflicts to Washington DC, where they toured several monuments before having dinner and flying back to White Plains airport, where they were greeted by several hundred family and friends.

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Police & Fire

Greenwich Police Dept Adds Officers to the Ranks

By: greenwichfreepress | October 5, 2024

The three newly sworn in officers began academy training on October 4, 2024, at the Connecticut Police Academy in Meriden. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Greenwich Conservation Commission Urges Residents to Leave the Leaves

By: greenwichfreepress | October 5, 2024

Fallen leaves are an important source of food and shelter for several Connecticut wildlife species. For some species of reptiles, amphibians, mammals, birds and invertebrates the leaf layer acts as a blanket, providing insulation from cold winter temperatures and much needed protection for surviving winter. Continue Reading →

Giving

5K Run Added to YWCA Greenwich Annual Walk the Walk Against Domestic Violence

By: greenwichfreepress | October 5, 2024

To mark the beginning of Domestic Violence Prevention and Awareness Month, YWCA Greenwich will host its annual Walk the Walk Against Domestic Violence, now with a 5K Run, on Sunday, October 6 at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, Sept 10-13, 2024

By: greenwichfreepress | October 5, 2024

808 North Street sold on Sept 10, 2024 for $8,800,000. Continue Reading →

Government

DOJ’s National Center for Disaster Fraud Cautions against Fraud in the Wake of Hurricane Helene

By: greenwichfreepress | October 5, 2024

The Justice Department established the National Center for Disaster Fraud (NCDF) in the wake of Hurricane Katrina to deter, investigate and prosecute fraud in the wake of disasters. Continue Reading →

Arts

ART06870 Exhibition/Fundraiser: “10² – Using Art as a Vehicle for Change” Set for Oct 5

By: greenwichfreepress | October 4, 2024

Each artist has contributed a 12 x 12” panel of original artwork, available for auction at a set price of $300. The proceeds will support art workshops designed to enrich the lives of children. These workshops, conducted at the Boys & Girls Club and at additional locations in local schools, museums, galleries, and studio spaces, will provide creative outlets for thousands of children. Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Change of Use Sought on Old Track Road for Childcare and Early Education School

By: greenwichfreepress | October 4, 2024

The owner seeks to change the use of the former Connecticut Natural Gas space to a private early education and care school for infants through kindergarten. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Greenwich Audubon’s Hawk Watch Weekend Set for Oct 5 & 6

By: greenwichfreepress | October 4, 2024

Greenwich Audubon Center is holding a two-day celebration of the importance of birds of prey and their incredible migratory journeys. Attendees will be able to enjoy meeting hawks and owls up close during Live Raptor Presentations by falconers and local wildlife rehabilitators as well as learn how to identify the dozens of species of migratory hawks, eagles, falcons and vultures over our heads during Raptor Identification Workshops. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Putnam Hill DAR Celebrates Marquis de Lafayette

By: greenwichfreepress | October 4, 2024

The chapter had a meet and greet social fall kick off and learned about Lafayette’s connection to our community while enjoying French goodies. Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, Sept 4-9, 2024

By: greenwichfreepress | October 4, 2024

100 Clapboard Ridge Rd sold on Sept 6, 2024 for $11,400,000 Continue Reading →