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The GCDS Schwarz Campus is 41.5 acres in the RA-1 zone and the school does not receive any FAR bonus for educational use. The Schwarz Campus at 23 Fairfield Road was originally part of the F.A.O. Schwarz estate, which goes all the way to Cardinal Road. Even if the school added the requested units, they would still have remaining FAR, but the discussion revolved around the proposed multi-family apartment building in the RA-1 single family zone.
Drivers should expect the heaviest congestion on Thursday and Friday between 3:00 and 6:00pm, and Monday afternoon, according to transportation data and insights provider, INRIX. Sunday should be the lightest day for traffic, barring any unexpected events on the road.
Oberlander was endorsed by Endorsed by Congressman Jim Himes, Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons, and New Canaan Selectman Amy Murphy Carroll.
“Our delegation included our endorsed gubernatorial candidate and State Senator Ryan Fazio, State Representatives Tina Courpas, Selectwoman Lauren Rabin, Town Clerk Jackie Budkins, BET member myself, Former State Representative Mike Bocchino, BOE member Paul Cappiali, and numerous other prominent Greenwich Republicans. Our delegation was united in all statewide votes.” – Joe Kelly
“We all agree that Connecticut needs more housing, and I very much appreciate the efforts of our Governor and colleagues in the House to reach out to and work with mayors, first selectmen from both sizes of the aisle, CCM and the COGs to eliminate the most conflicting parts of the bill. However I believe that the new bill requires input from the public. We can not build public trust by sidelining the public. – Hector Arzeno, (D-151) Continue Reading →
Santa Claus and his three live reindeer will return to Greenwich for the 17th Annual Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop at Sam Bridge Nursery & Greenhouses from Nov 28 to Dec 24, 2025. Continue Reading →
Saturday is the pop up market with Abilis and the concert with Trio Fadolin. Sunday is a Holiday market with handcrafted goods by local Afghan Women’s Sewing Circle, Hands of Hope. Continue Reading →
Note: there are dumpsters at Binney Park and Bible Street Park for residents convenience on Thursday, Nov 20, Friday, Nov 21, Saturday, Nov 22 and Sunday, Nov 23. Continue Reading →
“When I started eight years ago, Greenwich had inconsistent results with frequent superintendent turnover. Together, we created an environment of stability, professionalized the team, and delivered strong academic outcomes for our students. They say 90% of the job is showing up. In eight years on the Board of Education, I never missed a meeting.” – Kathleen Stowe Continue Reading →
Participants can choose from a competitive 5K race, a non-competitive 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, or the Mini Trot, a joyful sprint through the finish chute designed just for little ones. All races begin and end at the Arch Street Teen Center, 100 Arch Street, and follow a scenic, flat course through Bruce Park. Continue Reading →
“Let’s be honest: does the performance of a 13- or 14-year-old freshman deserve to shape a student’s college prospects? Of course not. Yet our current grade-span system allows ninth-grade performance to drag (or boost potentially) the Common App, and it’s time Greenwich Public Schools reconsidered a structure that gives outsized weight to a child’s earliest, least developed year of high school. And college admissions aren’t the only concern. The entire K–12 model needs a hard reset…” – Aron Boxer, M.Ed. S.P.E, Executive Functioning Coach, CEO & Founder, Diversified Education Services Continue Reading →
Beginning the first week of December, the grounds of the Greenwich Historical Society will be aglow with twinkling lights and vibrant decorations. An array of family-oriented events are planned, with proceeds supporting arts and education programming. Continue Reading →
Director of Environmental Affairs Beth Evans said the idea of the grant is to provide trees for both town property as well as private property in Byram to increase the urban tree canopy and help with health and environmental issues. Continue Reading →
Greenwich Police responded to a residential address on Hamilton Ave in Chickahominy on a report of a physical fight on Sunday morning. Continue Reading →