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Greenwich 8th Grade Capstone Project Highlights Benefits of Pet Rescue

By: greenwichfreepress | 7 hours ago

If you are not currently in a position to bring a pet into your home, you can still play a vital role in contributing to these wonderful organizations. Consider reaching out to these shelters to discuss temporary fostering opportunities, which get animals out of kennels and into a home environment. Additionally, these nonprofits rely entirely on financial donations, volunteer kennel assistance, and supplies from their public wish lists to keep their doors open. – Ava Caroll

Schools

Greenwich’s New Lebanon School Named 2026 CT Blue Ribbon School

New Lebanon School is one of 11 elementary schools in Greenwich enrolling 363 students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5. Nearly 60% of students are eligible for free or reduced-price meals. New Lebanon’s overall accountability index earned in 2024-25 was 89.3, above the state target of 85 and their highest to date. The school’s performance has been improving steadily in recent years. They earned School of Distinction status for the first time in 2021-22 and repeated their performance in 2023-24 and 2024-25.

Schools

International School at Dundee to Mark 25 Years of IB Excellence with Community Open House

Alumni, Families & Staff Invited to Celebrate Quarter Century of Global Education. ISD will host an Open House on Thursday, May 28, from 4:00-5:30pm at its campus at 55 Florence Road in Riverside, bringing together former and current families, alumni, staff, and neighbors to mark a milestone 25 years in the making.

Government

Joe Kelly Secures Unanimous Nomination for State Senate

Republican delegates from Greenwich, North Stamford, and New Canaan convened in Greenwich Town Hall on Tuesday evening and unanimously nominated Joe Kelly as their candidate to represent the 36th District in the Connecticut State Senate. Mr. kelly is running to replace State Senator Ryan Fazio, also a Republican, who is vacating the seat to challenge incumbent Gov. Ned Lamont. Fazio took to the floor to nominate Kelly.

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Letter to the Editor

LETTER: After Earth Day, Then What?

By: greenwichfreepress | April 29, 2022

“As the leaves open on the trees and our gardens come to life please take a moment each day to consider the fragile state of our planet.” – Joanne Clark Continue Reading →

Health

Greenwich Health Dept to Hold 1st and 2nd Moderna Booster Clinic

By: greenwichfreepress | April 29, 2022

COVID Case are totaling about 200/week in Greenwich. In order to meet the Greenwich community’s public health need, the Greenwich Department of Health will hold a first and second Moderna Booster clinic on May 4 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the Greenwich Town Hall; 101 Field Point Road, Greenwich, CT 06930 (Lower Level). Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

DUI for Driver Found Asleep at The Wheel on Round Hill Rd

By: greenwichfreepress | April 29, 2022

The driver was charged with DUI and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Continue Reading →

Parenting

Abilis Launches Baby & Me Playgroup

By: greenwichfreepress | April 29, 2022

Abilis is launching a new program for Fairfield County babies, their parents and caregivers. The new Baby & Me Playgroups at The Therapy Center at Abilis in Stamford will be held every Monday for babies 0-6 months and 7-12 months. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Chickahominy Man Charged after Incident Involving Car Parked in His Driveway

By: | April 29, 2022

Police responded to a report of a man striking a car with a traffic cone and yelling at two people within the car. Continue Reading →

Government

P&Z Watch: Unauthorized Bridge Deterring Public Access to Mead Point Tidal Pond Must Go Prior to Permit

By: greenwichfreepress | April 28, 2022

DEEP said the tidal pond was part of Long Island Sound and therefore part of the public trust. P&Z said an unapproved bridge connecting causeway to land must be removed prior to zoning permits to construct mansion, pool and cabana. Continue Reading →

Government

Arch Street Corridor Project Features Intelligent Software, First Yellow Flashing Arrow

By: greenwichfreepress | April 28, 2022

The project features cutting-edge Miovision cameras on traffic signals to collect and analyze traffic data on directional traffic flow, vehicle delay, and lane queue length. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Greenwich Historical Society’s Tavern Garden Market Returns with Locally Sourced Food, Flowers, Gifts and More

By: greenwichfreepress | April 28, 2022

The Historical Society will stage its first Tavern Garden Market of the season at its Cos Cob campus, May 4 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Schools Appoints Chief Human Resources Officer

By: greenwichfreepress | April 28, 2022

Dr. Budd currently serves as superintendent of schools for the Woodbridge School District. Continue Reading →

Arts

Greenwich Town Party Announces Full Main Stage Lineup

By: | April 28, 2022

The countdown is on for the 11th annual Greenwich Town Party as the non-profit organization announces three more high-octane bands to perform on the Main Stage leading up to the highly anticipated headliner, Billy Joel: Old Crow Medicine Show, Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Robert Randolph Band. Continue Reading →