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

By: greenwichfreepress | 1 hour ago

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.

Holiday

AAA Shares Travel Projections for Memorial Day Weekend

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.

Government

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

Oberlander was endorsed by Endorsed by Congressman Jim Himes, Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons, and New Canaan Selectman Amy Murphy Carroll.

Government

Fazio Endorsed for to Challenge Lamont for Governor; Joe Kelly Chairs Delegation from Greenwich at State Convention

“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

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Police & Fire

Texas Man Nabbed after Trying to Break into Greenwich Ave Apartment

By: greenwichfreepress | September 30, 2021

Close to midnight on Monday, Greenwich Police responded to 403 Greenwich Avenue on a report of a break in. Continue Reading →

Health

“You Think You Know,” Campaign Aims to Prevent Accidental Overdose Deaths from Counterfeit Prescription Drugs

By: greenwichfreepress | September 30, 2021

The topic made national headlines earlier this year when TV therapist Laura Berman lost her 16-year-old son after he purchased a fentanyl-laced Xanax on Snapchat. Continue Reading →

Government

P&Z WATCH: Tough Questions Posed for Greenwich Housing Authority’s 52-Unit “Vinci Gardens”

By: greenwichfreepress | September 29, 2021

The 52unites would go toward the 1200 units needed to comply with CT Affordable Housing Statute 8-30g.
Feedback on the proposed 52 unit affordable senior independent living facility touched on infrastructure, materials for the building, parking, modular construction, Anne Kristoff memorial tree and loss of tree canopy. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

UPDATE: Driver in Saturday’s Fatal Car Crash Identified as Westhill High Senior

By: greenwichfreepress | September 29, 2021

A Westhill High School senior, was the driver of Honda that crashed into a pole on East Putnam Ave near the Hyatt on Saturday night. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Explore Back Country during Round Hill Association’s “Neighbor Day,” Oct 2

By: | September 29, 2021

NEW THIS YEAR! To conclude the day, join us for tailgate drinks and snacks from 4:00-5:30pm at the Audubon. Everyone is welcome! Continue Reading →

Giving

Neighbor to Neighbor Honors The Center for Public Good at Greenwich Country Day School

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2021

In the giving spirit of the Center for Public Good, Neighbor to Neighbor is asking the greater Greenwich community to help “Fill the Build” by donating toward chairs, tables, supplies, shelving units and non-perishable food items. It is very simple to shop for the items you wish to donate and securely pay online. Continue Reading →

Government

Affordable Housing Trust Passes RTM; Peter Lowe Elevated from Alternate to Full Member of P&Z

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2021

The vote on the housing trust fund was 176 in favor, 22 opposed, with 5 abstentions. Peter Lowe sailed through with a vote of 160 to 6 to 8 abstentions. Continue Reading →

Health

Greenwich Hospital is now administering Pfizer COVID-19 third dose and boosters

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2021

Greenwich Hospital announced that it has begun taking appointments for booster and dose three vaccinations at the hospital. Continue Reading →

Arts

Greenwich’s 230 Member RTM Rules on Controversial Pollinator Mural: Let ‘Em Paint

By: | September 28, 2021

After passionate comments from the 50 people who signed up in advance to speak, the vote was 121 in favor, 68 opposed and 5 abstentions. Continue Reading →

Giving

Red Cross Blood Drive Scheduled for Oct 4 in Old Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | September 28, 2021

The Red Cross who will be hosting a blood drive on Monday, October 4 from 1:30 to 6:15pm at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center at 90 Harding Road in Old Greenwich Continue Reading →