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Greenwich 8th Grade Capstone Project Highlights Benefits of Pet Rescue

By: greenwichfreepress | 8 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.

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, March 1-2, 2022

By: greenwichfreepress | March 13, 2022

4 Davenport Ave sold on March 2, 2022 for $1,750,000 Continue Reading →

Arts

Welcome Spring with a Classical Concert at the Greenwich Performing Arts Center

By: greenwichfreepress | March 13, 2022

The March concert (rescheduled from January), will feature conductor Mélisse Brunet. Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Greenwich Real Estate Report: March 4-March 11, 2022

By: Stefanie Lacoff | March 13, 2022

649 River Rd, Cos Cob – Pending after only a few days of showings. As of Friday, March 4, 2022, there are 149 single-family homes listed on the MLS for sale in Greenwich. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Florida Man Surrenders to Greenwich Police for Practicing Law without License in Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | March 12, 2022

According to the Criminal Information Summary, the incident took place on Lower Cross Rd in Greenwich back in October of 2017. Continue Reading →

Arts

Appreciation Art Mural Presented to Greenwich Hospital

By: greenwichfreepress | March 12, 2022

Greenwich Hospital was presented with an appreciation art mural sponsored by C. Parker Gallery and Greenwich Reindeer Festival and Santa’s Workshop on Monday during the Week of Gratitude to celebrate all employees. Continue Reading →

Weather

Spring Will Wait; Governor Activates CT’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol Saturday at 5pm

By: | March 12, 2022

“Shelters and warming centers are open and available across Connecticut, Anyone can call 2-1-1 to get connected to a nearby shelter, and transportation can be provided if necessary.” Continue Reading →

Business

Selectmen Vote for Outdoor Dining to Return April 15, and End the Monday Prior to Thanksgiving

By: greenwichfreepress | March 12, 2022

Last year, the town brought in $32,275 in fees from 20 restaurants. Branyan said the average fee, which paid for three parking spaces and 46 linear ft of barriers, was $1,617 in 2021. This year it will be, on average, $5,202. Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, February 24-28, 2022

By: greenwichfreepress | March 12, 2022

15 Reynwood Manor sold on Feb 26, 2022 for $6,700,000 Continue Reading →

Health

CDC and CT Guidelines Ease Mask Requirements: Now we consider personal and community risk levels to make good choices

By: | March 12, 2022

Community health guidance must be able to change quickly in order to remain responsive to the changing nature of COVID-19 (or any virus). Continue Reading →

Government

Public Feedback on 15-Minute Ferry Loading Zone: All Negative

By: greenwichfreepress | March 11, 2022

“Just as a general principal, I agree we want traffic calming measures, but I’m not sure parked cars would be the safest way to do that.” Janet Stone McGuigan Continue Reading →