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Greenwich Schools PTA Council Honors Volunteers with Essence Awards

By: greenwichfreepress | 4 hours ago

On Tuesday morning a large group of Greenwich Public Schools PTA volunteers gathered at town hall to honor nominees for the Essence awards. This year there were an unprecedented 16 nominees.

Government

Governor Lamont Signs Legislation Making Absentee Ballots an Option for All Voters in Connecticut Elections

The legislation increases the penalty for harassing election workers from a misdemeanor to a felony on a second offense, including publicizing an election worker’s name or address with intent to intimidate. It also makes tampering with an absentee ballot drop box a class D felony. Additionally, it restricts federal law enforcement officials from being within 250 of a polling place or other sensitive election site without permission from state election officials or court order. The law empowers the attorney general to act against interference or intimidation.

Around Town

Save the Sound Releases Long Island Sound Beach Grades in Advance of 2026 Swim Season

Tod’s Point beach received an A+ grade. Island Breach received an A grade, Great Captain Island received an A+ and Byram Beach received a D+.

Arts

Greenwich Scholarship Association Benefit Concert to Support Local Students Facing Rising College Costs

The Greenwich Scholarship Association will be the beneficiary of the Woman’s Club of Greenwich’s Concert on the Lawn on Friday, June 5 — an evening dedicated to helping local students achieve a college education through need-based scholarships.

More Headlines

AAA Shares Travel Projections for Memorial Day Weekend

Jill Oberlander Nominated as the Democratic Candidate for State Senate in District 36

Greenwich P&Z Mulls GCDS Proposal for Staff Housing and Expanded Daycare

Schools

BOE Seeks Approvals for Blast and Bullet Resistant Security Entrance at GHS

By: greenwichfreepress | October 29, 2021

The Greenwich Board of Education proposes to add a new 71′ x 28′ deep by 25′ high secure entry hall to Greenwich High School. Continue Reading →

Government

Town Clerk to Hold Special Absentee Ballot Office Hours on Saturday, Oct 30

By: greenwichfreepress | October 29, 2021

You can print and fill out the application (in both English and Spanish) HERE and bring it to the office for processing and to receive a ballot. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

LETTER: Support Cody Kittle for Board of Education

By: | October 29, 2021

“In his day job at the investment firm Elliott Management, he is responsible for managing both private and public investments. Cody has extensive experience managing executives, setting capital budgets and setting strategic directions. He will not be learning on the job with the BOE. ” – Ashley Cole Continue Reading →

Government

BET Debate Highlights Difference in Philosophies as Parties Vie for Coveted Tie-Breaking Vote

By: greenwichfreepress | October 29, 2021

Though all nominees will be seated after Nov 2, the result of the election is that the party whose candidates garner the most votes in total gets to choose the BET’s chair, and that person holds the tie breaking vote. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

QUIGLEY: A Republican BET Will Continue To Deliver For Our Community And Our Schools

By: greenwichfreepress | October 29, 2021

“By applying fiscal discipline to the budget process, delivering best in class schools, services and amenities and proactively engaging with our community, we hope our Republican BET will continue to earn your trust and support this election season.” – Dan Quigley, RTC Chair Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

LETTER: Stowe has worked tirelessly to improve, advance and support our public schools

By: | October 29, 2021

“Her love for this town and desire to bring out its best, along with her deep experience in both the private and public sector, further combined with her engagement and warmth (and we shouldn’t forget her humor!) makes Kathleen Stowe a great choice for re-election to the Greenwich Board of Education.” – Meredith S. Curreri Continue Reading →

Government

New Phase of the Arch Street Corridor Traffic Improvements Project to Commence Monday, Nov 1

By: | October 29, 2021

The next phase of the Arch Street Corridor Traffic Improvements Project begins on Monday, November 1. There will be intermittent lane closures that will take place both day and night for a two-week time span in order to prevent a backup of vehicles exiting off of I-95 and on the already congested Arch Street. With approximately 35,000 vehicles traveling on Arch Street per day, this project aims to mitigate traffic congestion and improve air quality. The Arch Street Corridor Traffic Improvements Project focuses on five signalized intersections including one pedestrian crosswalk. To improve the traffic an Adaptive Signal System will be installed. Continue Reading →

Giving

11th Greenwich Alliance for Education’s Turkey Trot Returns as In-Person Event, Nov 27, 2021

By: greenwichfreepress | October 29, 2021

Register now for Turkey Trot with early bird registration pricing! The 5K Race/1 Mile Fun Run benefits Greenwich Alliance Programs for Greenwich Public School students. Continue Reading →

Food Drink Restaurants

Chef Geoff Lazlo to Open “The Country Table” in Glenville

By: greenwichfreepress | October 28, 2021

The specialty market will offer gourmet sandwiches, made-to-order salads, premium coffee, and healthy, ingredient-focused prepared foods. Continue Reading →

Health

Greenwich Covid Update: Children 5-11, soon expected to be eligible for vaccines. “Really something to celebrate”

By: greenwichfreepress | October 28, 2021

Of Greenwich’s overall population of 52,482 residents eligible to be vaccinated, 79.8% are fully vaccinated. Sadly there was another death from Covid last week in Greenwich. Continue Reading →