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Viral Video in Supermarket Results in Nathaniel Witherell Investigation of Incident Involving Staff Member

By: greenwichfreepress | 3 hours ago

An alleged racist verbal assault was recorded in a Stamford supermarket by an Indian woman who appears to be on the receiving end of a tirade from a woman buying shredded cheese and cigarettes, later identified online as a nurse employed by Greenwich’s town-owned nursing home, The Nathaniel Witherell.

Government

Gov Lamont Signs Legislation Strengthening the Ability To Prosecute Hate Crimes

The legislation Governor Lamont signed takes all the state’s existing hate crimes laws and consolidates them into a new chapter of the statutes dedicated solely to hate crimes, making them much easier to find and analyze for the purposes of prosecuting offenders of these crimes.

Summer Camp

Code Ninjas Returns with Another Summer of COOL Enrichment

Kids don’t just “watch screens” – they build, create and problem-solve thrugh STEM • Robotics • 3D Printing • LEGO® Engineering • Game Design • AI • Minecraft • Drones • Building Cartoons & more.

Business

P&Z Watch: Preschool and Daycare Proposed at Former Acme Supermarket on West Putnam Ave

The Goddard School anticipates 216 children would be enrolled across all programs at the facility. There would be approximately 40 staff, including 36 teachers and four administrators. There would be 32+/- parking spaces on the property and an additionally approximately 50+/- parking spaces across the street at 132 West Putnam Avenue, which is also leased to the applicant by the owner.

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House of the Week: Mid Country Private Retreat

Police & Fire

Stamford Man Charged with Risk of Injury to Child, Breach of Peace

By: greenwichfreepress | November 4, 2021

A man allegedly offered a juvenile money in exchange for them exposing themselves. Continue Reading →

Arts

Greenwich Botanical Center Virtual Lecture: Living Landscapes Inspired by Native Plants

By: | November 4, 2021

The Greenwich Botanical Center announced that on Nov 17, Steve Conaway, Ph.D., Assistant Director of Horticulture/Wave Hill, will present a virtual lecture: “Living Landscapes Inspired by Native Plants.” Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Schools Announces policy determining eligibility of children who may receive free or reduced-price meals

By: greenwichfreepress | November 4, 2021

free or reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP), Seamless Summer Option (SSO) of the NSLP, or free milk served under the Special Milk Program Continue Reading →

Obituaries

Kathleen Healy, 71

By: greenwichfreepress | November 4, 2021

al for Kathleen will be held in May. Continue Reading →

Government

UPDATE: Recount for Greenwich Board of Education Race Announced

By: greenwichfreepress | November 3, 2021

Republican candidate for Board of Education Cody Kittle earned 36 more votes than Megan Galletta. Continue Reading →

News

Bruce Park Playground and Surrounding Areas Receives New Upgrades

By: greenwichfreepress | November 3, 2021

The project features improved accessibility and parking. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Wanted by the FBI for Hobbs Act Robberies

By: greenwichfreepress | November 3, 2021

The FBI is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Christian Velez. Continue Reading →

Government

Northeast Greenwich Association to Feature P&Z Chair Alban at Annual Meeting, Nov 7

By: | November 3, 2021

Talk to neighbors and engage with the speakers about current happenings, trends, legislative initiatives, proposals and actions. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Man Charged with Assault, Strangulation

By: greenwichfreepress | November 3, 2021

On Monday night Greenwich Police responded to a residence in Byram on a report of an assault. Continue Reading →

Government

Clean Sweep for Republicans in Greenwich Municipal Elections

By: greenwichfreepress | November 2, 2021

In the race for Board of Education Michael-Joseph Mercanti-Anthony won a seat, but the race was too close to call between Megan Galletta and Cody Kittle. Stay tuned. Continue Reading →