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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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Greenwich Free Press Summer 2026 Camp Guide

Register Today for the America’s 250th Greenwich Community 5K & Fun Mile: One Community, Two Distances, 250 Years of History.

Around Town

Christ Church Free Talk Sunday: Building Connections in an Isolated World

By: greenwichfreepress | March 15, 2022

Dr. Stephen R. Treat, DMin, LMFT will present a talk on March 20 at 11:15am on Building Connections in an Isolated World. Continue Reading →

Schools

In Stamford, The Mead School Embraces the K-8 Model

By: | March 14, 2022

Peter Herzberg, Head of School, said that while the area is rich in independent schools, one would have to go to New York City to find a school similar to Mead. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Fraud Suspect Charged after Bike Patrol and Plain Clothes Officers Respond to Local Bank

By: greenwichfreepress | March 14, 2022

On March 2 Greenwich Police received a report of a fraudulent transaction in progress at a bank in the area of Greenwich Avenue. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

LETTER: The BET’s Shortsighted Penny-Pinching Risks Traffic and Pedestrian Safety in Byram

By: greenwichfreepress | March 14, 2022

“Byram is the most densely populated part of town, as well as the most pedestrian-oriented. Yet Byram is also home to some of the most frequent accidents in town—some of which have been fatal. This is not only morally unacceptable, it also leaves the town legally liable for million-dollar lawsuits.” – Brian O’Connor, Chair, Traffic Committee, Byram Neighborhood Association Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Woman Charged by Warrant for Evading Scene of a Crash, Risk of Injury to a Child

By: greenwichfreepress | March 14, 2022

The driver was charged with Evading Responsibility, DUI, Failure to Pass on Right, Failure to Obey Stop Sign, two counts of Risk of Injury of a Child and Breach of Peace. Continue Reading →

Opinion

TALKING TRANSPORTATION: Ukraine, Metro-North & The Gas Tax

By: Jim Cameron | March 14, 2022

The Ukrainian railroads have increased passenger loads by 500%, and sent trains on detours to avoid shelling, so far with no injuries. Their logistical flexibility has been amazing. Continue Reading →

Food Drink Restaurants

Joey B’s in Cos Cob Recognized for Delicious Chili

By: greenwichfreepress | March 13, 2022

On a cold afternoon in March, with sleet and snow in the forecast, a hot bowl of chili at Joey B’s is pure comfort food. Spring can wait! Continue Reading →

Giving

Emily Catherine Fedorko Foundation Announces Donation to Tod’s Point Sailing School

By: | March 13, 2022

The Emily Catherine Fedorko Foundation will be hosting their fund raising event June 3 at the Village in Stamford. Please visit the website www.emsway.org to become a sponsor or purchase tickets to the event. Continue Reading →

Obituaries

Immaculata (Tina) Franco, 98

By: greenwichfreepress | March 13, 2022

To honor her life, family and friends will gather Monday, March 14 from 3:00-7:00pm at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home in Greenwich. Continue Reading →

Government

Public Hearing Scheduled March 14 on HB 5429 An Act Concerning Transit Oriented Development

By: greenwichfreepress | March 13, 2022

The deadline to register to testify is Sunday, at 3:00pm. Continue Reading →