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Behind the Headset: Inside Greenwich Public Safety Dispatch

By: greenwichfreepress | 11 hours ago

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.

Police & Fire

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

When state police caught up with the hit-and-run driver near exit 26 on I-95, their investigation located a firearm, SOG tomahawk axe and a 12-inch Sogfari black machete inside the vehicle.

Schools

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

The third annual “Learn Before You Leave” will take place on Wednesday, April 29, 7-8pm, at the Greenwich Library’s Marx Family Black Box Theater. Space is limited and advance registration is required. Register today.

Obituaries

Lawrence Frank Chiappetta Jr, 72

Family and friends will gather on Wednesday morning 9:00-10:30am at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home in Greenwich. Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00am St. Michael’s RC Church followed by entombment at St. Mary’s Cemetery.

More Headlines

Fly to the Forest on April 24 for the 2026 Tree Party at McArdle’s Greenhouse

Round Hill Volunteer Fire Company to Host 3rd Annual “Family Fun Day” On April 25

Get Ready for the Area’s Biggest Holi Celebration: Color, Culture, and Community Come Alive at HoliFest

Government

RTM Item 29: Would it make the school board more or less partisan?

By: greenwichfreepress | September 6, 2023

A standing roomonly crowd rose to their feet after the Greenwich Board of Selectmen voted unanimously to kill charter change.

Item 29, the last item on the agenda, calls for a change in the way the Board of Education is composed to create “competition and accountability.” Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Greenwich Pride Statement on Sept 13 Fundraiser for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis

By: greenwichfreepress | September 6, 2023

“Governor DeSantis’ culture war politics are harmful and have no place in Greenwich or the State of Connecticut.” – Greenwich Pride, co-leaders Karsten Vagner and Allison Kahn Continue Reading →

Government

Extreme Hot Weather Protocol Extended through Friday

By: greenwichfreepress | September 6, 2023

Governor Ned Lamont Wednesday announced that due to an updated weather forecast, he is directing Connecticut’s extreme hot weather protocol to be extended for an additional day and remain in effect through 8:00 p.m. on Friday, September 8, 2023. Continue Reading →

Around Town

YMCA of Greenwich Set to Kick Off Welcoming Week with International Breakfast

By: greenwichfreepress | September 6, 2023

In celebration of Welcoming Week and all it represents, the YMCA of Greenwich will be offering a free week trial to all guests and $0 Joiners fee to those that decide to become a member anytime from Sept 8-17. The free trial pass grants a visitor access to all YMCA member amenities, including pickleball, pickup basketball, lap swim in our 50 Meter Olympic-sized Pool, family swim in the warm-water Alumni Pool, and group exercises fitness classes. Continue Reading →

Schools

Sacred Heart Greenwich Marks 175 Years of Educational Excellence

By: greenwichfreepress | September 6, 2023

Guided by the core values of Faith, Intellect, Justice, Community, and Wisdom, Sacred Heart Greenwich remains steadfast in its commitment to providing an unparalleled educational experience. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Greenwich Needs New Fiscal Management To Protect Our Town and Your Wallet

By: greenwichfreepress | September 5, 2023

“What would Greenwich look like under new Democratic financial leadership?” – Democratic candidates for Board of Estimate and Taxation Elliot Alcheck, Matt DesChamps, Scott Kalb, Leslie Moriarty, Steve Selbst, David Weisbrod Continue Reading →

Obituaries

Anthony C. Triano, 59

By: greenwichfreepress | September 5, 2023

The Triano family will honor Anthony in a private service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Continue Reading →

Government

Sacred Heart Greenwich Proposes Synthetic Turf Putting Green on 109-Acre King St Campus

By: greenwichfreepress | September 5, 2023

The surface of the putting green is proposed to be synthetic turf, rather than natural turf for ease of maintenance and to allow play earlier in the spring and immediately after weather events. Continue Reading →

Government

Greenwich Announces Cooling Centers Open Tuesday Through Thursday

By: greenwichfreepress | September 5, 2023

According to the National Weather Service, temperatures are forecast to be in the 90’s on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday with the heat index values making it feel as if it is even hotter. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police Job Openings: Public Safety Telecommunicators

By: greenwichfreepress | September 5, 2023

Telecommunicators answer and respond to 911 emergency and non-emergency radio and telephone calls for police, fire, emergency medical services (EMS), and other associated services in the Town of Greenwich. Continue Reading →