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Choppy Water, Jelly Fish Stings Notwithstanding, Greenwich Native Completes English Channel Swim

By: greenwichfreepress | 14 hours ago

On Oct 3, Greenwich native, owner of Alpen Pantry, Drew Nemetz accomplished one of the toughest endurance feats known, completing the roughly 21-mile English Channel crossing in a solo swim in 14 hours, 16 minutes.

Letter to the Editor

Greenwich School Board Democrats: Education is a priority for State Representative Hector Arzeno

“We appreciate Hector’s continued commitment to Greenwich, his collaborative approach, and his understanding of the needs of our students, educators, and families. His willingness to work directly with district leadership, listen to local concerns, and advocate for meaningful changes at the state level makes him an invaluable partner to our schools.” – Sophie Koven, Karen Hirsh, Bob Chaney, and Veronica Chiavaroli

Government

Tesei: A Tribute to John B. Margenot Jr

“His legacy extends beyond the years he served in public office. It lives on in the people he mentored, the relationships he built, and the lasting impact of his service to Greenwich.” – Peter Tesei

Government

Former Chocoylatte Site Now Proposed as an 8-30g, “The Putnam Lofts”

After proposing 6-110 workforce housing development with commercial plus 6 units, now an affordable housing application would be a “set aside development” as defined by state affordable housing statute CGS 8-30g.

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Around Town

YWCA Greenwich’s Harmony Project Hosts Annual Walk the Walk Against Domestic Violence on October 4

By: greenwichfreepress | October 3, 2026

The event will take place on Sunday, October 4, at 9:00am at Bruce Park. This free, family-and pet-friendly one-mile walk is open to the entire community and aims to raise awareness about domestic violence and the free services available to survivors and their families. Continue Reading →

Opinion

YWCA Greenwich Releases Statement on Cornell Rape Case

By: greenwichfreepress | October 2, 2026

The Board and staff of YWCA Greenwich stand with survivors of sexual violence and with all those who have had the courage to seek justice, accountability, and healing. Continue Reading →

Government

State Reps Meskers and Arzeno Announce DEEP Grant for Greenwich Trail Improvements

By: greenwichfreepress | October 2, 2026

Greenwich has been awarded $122,250 through the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) to support improvements to the trails at Pomerance and Tuchman Parks. Continue Reading →

Around Town

9th Annual DART to the Finish Charity Walk Set for Saturday, Oct 3 at Tod’s Point

By: greenwichfreepress | October 2, 2026

The family-friendly 2-mile walk starts at 9:00am and brings together families, friends and supporters of all ages to raise critical funds for NPC research and treatments. Continue Reading →

Business

P&Z Rule on Increased Seating at Train Station Restaurant Space

By: greenwichfreepress | October 1, 2026

The restaurant space is part of Greenwich Crossing, the $30 million mixed-use commercial and train station revitalization at 2–34 Railroad Avenue. The restaurant use was previously approved for 112 seats in 2023. The applicant has not been able to secure a lease with a nationally prominent restaurant and requested 150 seats including 20 bar seats. Continue Reading →

Government

Man With Greenwich, Darien and Stamford Arrests Faces Up to 10 Years After Pleading Guilty to Illegal Reentry

By: greenwichfreepress | October 1, 2026
Deirdre M. Daly, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut - Greenwich Free Press

Back on October 12, 2016, Greenwich Police arrested the man on a charge of assault third degree. Continue Reading →

Arts

Courtney Maum to Discuss Her Acclaimed Novel, Alan Opts Out at Dogwood Books

By: greenwichfreepress | October 1, 2026

The conversation between two Greenwich Academy alumni promises local color, literary insight, and a lively look at a novel that holds a funny, affectionate mirror up to the town itself. Sharp, funny, and unexpectedly tender, the book has been optioned for an HBO series by the studio behind Ted Lasso and Scrubs. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Fassuliotis: What Does “Winning” Actually Mean?

By: greenwichfreepress | October 1, 2026

“When the next BOE vacancy occurs, will Greenwich know who has the authority to fill it and when?” – Karen Fassuliotis Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Toni Jones Reprises “Difference Makers” Honorees

By: greenwichfreepress | October 1, 2026

Difference Maker award recipients are staff members who have made an overwhelming impact on the lives of others inside and outside of our classrooms. GPS honors one from each school and one from each district department that are considered “unsung heroes.” Continue Reading →

Government

P&Z Gets a First Taste of 6-Story, 176-Unit 8-30g Building Proposed to Replace Putnam Green

By: greenwichfreepress | September 30, 2026

“To develop this site you really have to denude most of the site to get this to work right.” – P&Z commissioner Nick Macri Continue Reading →

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