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

By: greenwichfreepress | 22 hours ago

“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

Schools

Superintendent Appoints Ben Branyan Chief Financial and Administrative Officer

By: greenwichfreepress | April 10, 2024

At the BOE Branyan will serve as the district’s leader in finance, business services, safety and security, and facilities. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Crash on Hillside Road by GHS Results in Minor Injuries

By: greenwichfreepress | April 10, 2024

When a box truck pulled out from the GHS campus driveway onto Hillside Rd, two cars crashed Wednesday afternoon. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Large Group Gathered in Byram Park Where Assault of Teen Girl Was Videotaped

By: greenwichfreepress | April 10, 2024

“As the group was being disbursed officers located a teenaged female who had been the victim of an assault.” – Captain John Slusarz Continue Reading →

Giving

American Legion Post 29 and Horseneck Chapter DAR to Hold Pancake Fundraiser

By: greenwichfreepress | April 10, 2024

This is an annual event and the proceeds will support the Boy Scouts, the Girls Scouts, the American Legion Baseball team and the Boys & Girls State Program. Continue Reading →

Schools

At The Children’s School, Literacy Is the Gateway

By: greenwichfreepress | April 10, 2024

Tour the campus and meet teachers at an Open House on Friday, April 12, from 5:00 to 7:00pm. Continue Reading →

Sports

Victory Parade & Rally Planned for UConn Men’s Basketball – NCAA Champions

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2024

UConn won its sixth men’s basketball national title Monday night after a 75-60 victory over the Purdue Boilermakers at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Continue Reading →

Government

SOMR to Encourage Net-Zero Energy Passes at RTM

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2024

The RTM meeting was short, given the tree cutting ordinance was withdrawn. The SOMR on Net Zero energy for town facilities was discussed, amended and approved 157 for, 25 against, and 4 abstaining. Continue Reading →

Business

How Long Will It Take To Design My Project?

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2024

“At nearly every sales consult to discuss a renovation, the client will ask us this question. Sometimes it takes the form of “When can you start?” Frequently we will be asked “How far out are you booked?” because they think this is what determines the possible start date for their project. Generally, it doesn’t. We can nearly always make a construction crew available when a client has their project ready to build!” – Scott Simonsen, Old World Craftsmen Continue Reading →

Business

Nuvance Health-GoHealth Urgent Care Opens in North Stamford

By: greenwichfreepress | April 9, 2024

“Our new center is strategically located near the bustling Merritt Parkway shopping district to ensure patients have easy access to high-quality, on-demand care,” said Dr. Reed Idriss, medical director, Nuvance Health-GoHealth Urgent Care. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Police ID Juvenile Responsible for Recent Swastika Vandalism at OGS

By: greenwichfreepress | April 8, 2024

The investigation will remain open until the completion of delinquency proceedings. Continue Reading →