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GCDS Proposes 20 New Prefabricated Staff Apartments & Daycare Addition

By: greenwichfreepress | 4 hours ago

GCDS wants to add 20 new housing units and improvements to the Schwarz Campus, and an addition to the daycare facility. It is located in the RA-1 zone. Today the property has 44 residential units (64 bedrooms) served by 102 parking spaces, including 10 gravel spaces and 6 additional spaces.

Around Town

The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk Welcomes New Harbor Seal, Kaya

Guests can see Kaya in Pinniped Cove and learn more about harbor seals, their adaptations, and conservation challenges. They can also catch a seal feeding, which occurs daily at 11:30am and 3:00pm.

Around Town

YWCA Greenwich’s Annual Stand Against Racism Set for Friday

This year’s program is titled, “How to Have ‘The Talk’ – How do Parents Talk to Their Kids About Inclusion,” and will feature keynote speaker Ali Morgan, Educational Consultant for ALKM Consulting.

Police & Fire

Behind the Headset: Inside Greenwich Public Safety Dispatch

While residents may never see the dispatch room, its impact is felt across the community, in faster response times, coordinated emergency efforts, and the steady presence of someone ready to answer the call.

More Headlines

NH Woman Who Led Police on I95 Chase Had Firearm, Machete and Axe in Vehicle

Popular “Learn Before You Leave” College Safety Panel Returns on April 29 at Greenwich Library

Lawrence Frank Chiappetta Jr, 72

Holiday

22 Years after 9/11 Terrorist Attacks: Family, Community and Patriotism

By: greenwichfreepress | September 11, 2023

The ceremony included remarks by Col Francis V. Kelly, Ret., who is the brother of Greenwich Board of Education chair, Joe Kelly. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

DIETRICH: Camillo is a Staunch Supporter of Affordable Housing

By: greenwichfreepress | September 11, 2023

“As a new commissioner on this board, I am filled with admiration as I learn of the dedication of its members. Each addition of a remodel or rebuild on an existing one clearly demonstrates the robust efforts of First Selectman Fred Camillo and Chairman Sam Romeo.” – Irene Dietrich Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

WEISBROD: Break the Logjam.

By: greenwichfreepress | September 11, 2023

“…after 40 years as a leader in finance, culminating as JP Morgan’s Vice Chairman for Risk Management, I have dedicated my time to serving our town… I am troubled by the way the Republican majority has managed our Town’s finances. It has become unnecessarily polarized. Ad hoc, penny-wise responses have taken the place of responsible planning.” – David Weisbrod Continue Reading →

Obituaries

Erford “Erf” Porter, 87

By: greenwichfreepress | September 11, 2023

There will be a Mass in celebration of Erf’s life on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 11:00am, St. Clement Church, 535 Fairfield Ave., Stamford. Continue Reading →

Arts

Randall Atcheson to Perform at Carnegie Hall for 15th Time

By: greenwichfreepress | September 11, 2023

Now Greenwich’s own, Randall Atcheson who has been practicing practicing practicing since he was born is playing Carnegie Hall for his 15th time on November 1 in the Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

BYERS: Consider This Before Betting on DeSantis

By: greenwichfreepress | September 11, 2023

“Imagine a group of Americans so ashamed of their history that they forbid it being taught? Cowardice, no? Has anyone ever solved a problem without understanding its cause?” – Candace Byers Continue Reading →

Opinion

TALKING TRANSPORTATION: More Questions than Answers

By: greenwichfreepress | September 11, 2023

“Last week all nine members of RI’s Fisherman’s Advisory Board resigned en masse protesting the wind farms which they say will decimate commercial and recreational fishing.” – Jim Cameron Continue Reading →

Government

P&Z Watch: Exactly What Features Would Be Protected with Bruce Park ‘Local Historic Property’ Designation?

By: greenwichfreepress | September 10, 2023

P&Z talked about contributing features of Bruce Park, including the stone bridge, horse sculptures and welded bronze horse sculptures. Continue Reading →

Schools

8th Graders in Andy Bramante’s GHS Science Research Class Included in Top 300 Junior Innovators Challenge

By: greenwichfreepress | September 10, 2023

Three of the Greenwich middle school students – Amelia Foell (CMS), Bridget Hadden (CMS), and Lula Wang (EMS) – were awarded this nomination to participate in the inaugural Junior Innovators Challenge, and asked to complete a rigorous application, including many essays, both about themselves and their research, last June. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

CROW: DeSantis is Unwelcome in Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | September 10, 2023

” DeSantis’ policies eviscerate our constitution, trash our democracy, take away our freedoms, and make us unsafe. He is not welcome in Greenwich. And if these are the values the local Republican party upholds, they have no place governing our town come election time this November.” – Trevor Crow, Greenwich Continue Reading →