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After Complaint, Greenwich P&Z Considers “Fabric Covered Structure” at Burning Tree Golf Course

By: greenwichfreepress | 20 hours ago

A fabric covered storage structure was erected without a permit. The commission said pickleball was being played, though they believed only tennis was approved. Commissioner Dennis Yeskey said Burning Tree Club had always been a great neighbor. “But over the last five years it just keeps imposing on the neighborhood noise levels and construction that I don’t think the management is sensitive to….pickleball, I do not get. It doesn’t belong here in the neighborhood. I don’t believe the tennis documents you show cover pickleball. Period.”

Around Town

Greenwich Police Dept’s 5th Annual Benefit Car Show Winners Announced

“The Greenwich Police Department is proud to serve such a supportive community, and the Scholarship Fund helps ensure the children of our officers have the opportunity to pursue their academic goals. We are grateful to everyone who participated, sponsored, volunteered, and attended.” – Greenwich Police Chief Jim Heavey

Letter to the Editor

Andrews: BOE and Superintendent Don’t Listen to Teacher/Student Feedback, Full Stop

“Watching the latest BOE meeting on June 11 had me wondering aloud, has it been a BOE problem all along? Maybe the BET wasn’t ALL to blame?” – Jennifer Andrews

Around Town

Water Main Break Causing Little to No Water; Aquarion Estimates 6-8 Hours for Fix

“We anticipate service to be restored in approximately 6 to 8 hours,” Aquarion said in the announcement Saturday morning. “Some customers may experience low pressure, no water, or discolored water as a result of work being done in the area.”

More Headlines

YWCA Greenwich Announces Enrollment for the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Preschool Center

Proposal in Works for Redevelopment along North Water St in Byram

School Board Votes 5-3 to Direct Schools Chief to Proceed on “Bell-to-Bell” Cell Phone Ban at GHS

LETTER: Gevanter Will Make a Fantastic State Senator

By: greenwichfreepress | July 22, 2021

Recent elections in the 36th suggest that this will be a tight race, so every vote matters! Continue Reading →

Government

Greenwich DTC Formally Endorses Candidates for the 2021 Municipal Election

By: greenwichfreepress | July 22, 2021

“At their July 21st meeting, pursuant to state law, the Greenwich Democratic Town Committee formally endorsed an impressive group of candidates for the 2021 municipal elections. They are consistently well-qualified and well-versed in how town government works.” – Greenwich DTC Continue Reading →

Government

Former Greenwich Police Officer Sentenced to Prison

By: greenwichfreepress | July 22, 2021

Ryan, who is released on a $100,000 bond, is required to report to prison on September 15, 2021. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Abbe Large: Why would anyone consider this man to run for our State Senate in the special election on August 17th?

By: greenwichfreepress | July 22, 2021

“His passion for the public schools and doing what is right was apparent then and it’s apparent still. He openly fights for what is right for our taxes, our parks, our infrastructure, our children and the future of Greenwich.” – Abbe Large Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Two Charged after Fight at the Dump

By: greenwichfreepress | July 22, 2021

Police say the physical altercation involved two contractors. Continue Reading →

Government

Justice Department Launches Firearms Trafficking Strike Forces to Address Violent Crime, Crack Down on Sources of Crime Guns

By: | July 22, 2021

Deirdre M. Daly, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut - Greenwich Free Press

Leveraging existing resources, the regional strike forces will better ensure sustained and focused coordination across jurisdictions and help stem the supply of illegally trafficked firearms from source cities, through other communities, and into five key market regions, including New York. Continue Reading →

Schools

Greenwich Schools Chief Appoints Kathleen Smith-Ramirez Assistant Principal at North Mianus School

By: greenwichfreepress | July 22, 2021

Smith-Ramirez replaces Sarah Obuchowski who accepted a position out of district. Continue Reading →

Around Town

Free Summer Movie Nights Offered by CCI and Greenwich Communities

By: greenwichfreepress | July 22, 2021

The Summer Movie Nights will start at 7:30 pm. Bring your own lawn chair or blanket and enjoy free food, including hot dogs, popcorn, snow cones, cotton candy, and drinks. Don’t forget the bug spray. Continue Reading →

Government

In-Person Hamill Rink User Committee Meeting Results in Confrontation during Public Comment

By: | July 21, 2021

Lucia Jansen, of the RTM budget overview committee, said, “I the lead committee that cut the $950,000 request for this budget item. We were very clear that the reason was because of the lack of information, and certainly not because of the genuine support and interest for the rink.” Continue Reading →

Food Drink Restaurants

Lobster Aficionados are Digging the Concession at Byram Pool

By: greenwichfreepress | July 21, 2021

Allmashy said the favorite items include chicken tender combos and funnel cakes, which is part of the concession’s carnival theme. There are over 30 different ice cream varieties children like, including Mickey Mouse, Oreo Cones, WWE Superstars, Spider Man and Sponge Bob. Continue Reading →