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Hearing on Greenwich School Speed Cameras Raises Concerns over Privacy and Data Collection

By: greenwichfreepress | May 15, 2026

“Can other government agencies like ICE access the information. Can insurance companies or another FOIA the data? Can another state’s police department or attorney general’s office subpoena the data in a vigilante justice effort regarding women’s health care should someone seek healthcare in Connecticut?” – Danielle Eason
The next step following the public hearing is for the item to go before the RTM on June 8 for approval.

Police & Fire

Georgia Man Charged with Laundering Money from Account of CT Dead Person

According to the arrest warrant, about $68,000 in funds were transferred out of a Fidelity account and allegedly funneled through multiple accounts before being converted into Bitcoin.

Government

Dr. Michael Goldstein Receives the Republican Nomination for Connecticut’s 4th Congressional District

“I am deeply grateful to the delegates, supporters, volunteers, and friends who helped make this possible. This nomination is the result of hard work, perseverance, and a shared belief that Connecticut residents deserve stronger representation in Washington.” – Dr. Michael Goldstein

Schools

GCDS Juniors Recognized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology

Mary Chickering ’26 and Kaki Weiksner ’26 were recognized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) on April 22 at a ceremony held at Eversource headquarters in Berlin, CT.

More Headlines

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month; NAMI Southwest CT is Grateful for Local Support

Foodshed Network Launches CSA Bring Seasonal Produce Straight to Backcountry Greenwich

YMCA of Greenwich Expands Summer Camp Programming To Meet Growing Community Needs

Police & Fire

I95 Closes in Norwalk after Crash and Fuel Tanker Fire

By: greenwichfreepress | May 2, 2024

“If all goes well, we should have two-way commuting back on I95 as early as Monday morning, which is heroic work.” – Governor Ned Lamont Continue Reading →

Giving

GoFundMe Set for Memorial for Patty de Mata

By: greenwichfreepress | May 2, 2024

Patty de Mata passed away unexpectedly on April 29. The Western Middle School PTA has set up a GoFundMe for a memorial. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police Alert Residents to BMW Theft Trend

By: greenwichfreepress | May 2, 2024

Early Thursday morning (May 2) at approximately 3:20am the Greenwich Police located an auto theft crew and attempted to stop them. Due to the high rate of speed the suspects could not be apprehended. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

LETTER: Can’t we have fun without being offensive?

By: greenwichfreepress | May 2, 2024

“According to Merriam-Webster, the term Pow Wow “is considered to be an offensive appropriation of a term of great cultural importance to Indigenous Americans.” – Allison Hope Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Hermann: “Get My Jew”

By: greenwichfreepress | May 2, 2024

“In this era of increased antisemitism it’s interesting how Jews are still critically important to people around the world for everything from legal help to medical care to entertainment to finance to all areas that contribute to the welfare of how we live.” – Don Hermann Continue Reading →

Government

Saturday is Household Hazardous Waste Day

By: greenwichfreepress | May 2, 2024

Household Hazardous Waste Day is this Saturday, May 4 from 8:00am to 1:00pm at the Island Beach Parking lot on Arch Street. Continue Reading →

Government

Senator Ryan Fazio Champions Local Control in Fighting S.B. 416

By: greenwichfreepress | May 2, 2024

S.B. 416 represents a significant problem for municipalities across Connecticut, ensuring that local voices remain at the forefront of decisions affecting their communities. Continue Reading →

Around Town

ICC’s Community-wide Celebration, HoliFest, Returns to Roger Sherman Baldwin Park on May 4

By: greenwichfreepress | May 2, 2024

The centerpiece of HoliFest 2024 is the color throw. Participants will receive several bags of color to throw and take part in a joyful and energetic celebration. The color is safe and non-toxic and made from high-quality cornstarch and food-grade colors. Following the Holi tradition of wearing white, those who register by April 19 are guaranteed a white t-shirt for the color throw. Continue Reading →

Government

CMS Update: Fate of Rock Outcropping, Building Committee Chair, P&Z Feedback

By: greenwichfreepress | May 2, 2024

Central Middle School principal Tom Healy described the rock outcropping as a hazard and “the only use of it has been to remind children to stay off it.” Continue Reading →

Around Town

May-Day Protest outside Town Hall: Hotel Workers Demand, “Respect Our Work”

By: greenwichfreepress | May 1, 2024

International Workers Day is celebrated every year on May 1, “May Day.” It is a day to observe and celebrate workers’ rights. Continue Reading →