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Hearing on Greenwich School Speed Cameras Raises Concerns over Privacy and Data Collection

By: greenwichfreepress | May 15, 2026

“Can other government agencies like ICE access the information. Can insurance companies or another FOIA the data? Can another state’s police department or attorney general’s office subpoena the data in a vigilante justice effort regarding women’s health care should someone seek healthcare in Connecticut?” – Danielle Eason
The next step following the public hearing is for the item to go before the RTM on June 8 for approval.

Police & Fire

Georgia Man Charged with Laundering Money from Account of CT Dead Person

According to the arrest warrant, about $68,000 in funds were transferred out of a Fidelity account and allegedly funneled through multiple accounts before being converted into Bitcoin.

Government

Dr. Michael Goldstein Receives the Republican Nomination for Connecticut’s 4th Congressional District

“I am deeply grateful to the delegates, supporters, volunteers, and friends who helped make this possible. This nomination is the result of hard work, perseverance, and a shared belief that Connecticut residents deserve stronger representation in Washington.” – Dr. Michael Goldstein

Schools

GCDS Juniors Recognized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology

Mary Chickering ’26 and Kaki Weiksner ’26 were recognized by the National Center for Women & Information Technology (NCWIT) on April 22 at a ceremony held at Eversource headquarters in Berlin, CT.

More Headlines

May is National Mental Health Awareness Month; NAMI Southwest CT is Grateful for Local Support

Foodshed Network Launches CSA Bring Seasonal Produce Straight to Backcountry Greenwich

YMCA of Greenwich Expands Summer Camp Programming To Meet Growing Community Needs

Government

Governor Lamont Signs Legislation Updating School Immunization Requirements

By: greenwichfreepress | April 28, 2021

AN ACT CONCERNING IMMUNIZATIONS: To protect the public health by ensuring adequate and appropriate immunizations of children. Continue Reading →

Government

Greenwich Household Hazardous Waste Day Returns, May 1, 2021

By: greenwichfreepress | April 28, 2021

This is a good opportunity to safely dispose of a number of items, including both oil based and latex paint! Continue Reading →

Government

P&Z Watch: Greenwich’s New Housing Trust Fund Is in the Works

By: greenwichfreepress | April 28, 2021

Though there had been an early suggestion of adding a fee to developers’ permits, the trust fund will be funded exclusively by private donations. The expenditure level at which a donation must go before the RTM for approval is $500,000. Continue Reading →

Arts

Arguimbau Art to Host Mother’s Day Weekend Show at the Red Barn

By: greenwichfreepress | April 28, 2021

Peter Layne Arguimbau is opening his Red Barn Greenwich gallery/studio this Mother’s Day weekend for the season, showing his oil collection of marines, land and seascapes, harbors, portraits and animals.
Peter Arguimbau resides and has painted in Greenwich for 30 years specializing in classic marine paintings and vistas. His oil paintings are well known for their luminist light and resinous color. Continue Reading →

Government

Owner of Old Greenwich Pizza Restaurant Sentenced to Prison for Tax Offense

By: greenwichfreepress | April 27, 2021

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

When cash was removed from the register and not deposited into the business bank account, the cash would not be reported to the Internal Revenue Service. Continue Reading →

Government

Senator Kasser Votes to End Non-Medical Vaccine Exemptions

By: greenwichfreepress | April 27, 2021

Use of the ‘religious exemption’ to avoid vaccinations has grown in recent years, even though all major religions support vaccines, noting that the societal benefits of their use outweigh any potential drawbacks. But increasing use in Connecticut of this non-medical exemption has led to preventable outbreaks of dangerous infectious diseases, including measles, which is covered under the required MMR (measles, mumps and rubella) vaccine for young children. Continue Reading →

Arts

Greenwich Historical Society to Present Beautiful Work: The Art of Greenwich Gardens and Landscapes

By: greenwichfreepress | April 27, 2021

Exhibition Celebrates the Ambition, Industry and Delight of Gardens Ranging from the Great Estates to Modest Backyard Varieties. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Man Charged with Trespassing at Greenwich Police Headquarters

By: greenwichfreepress | April 27, 2021

A New Hampshire man been formally advised on April 18th that he was not permitted at police headquarters or he would be arrested following a previous criminal investigation. Continue Reading →

Congressional Review Act

Attorney General Tong Urges Congress to Void Trump-Era Rule Eliminating Key Limits on Dangerous Pollutants

By: greenwichfreepress | April 27, 2021

Attorney General William Tong joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general and the cities of Denver and Chicago on Tuesday in urging Congress to use the Congressional Review Act (CRA) to invalidate a Trump Environmental Protection Agency regulation that eliminates key limits on pollutants from oil and gas facilities that contribute to climate change and smog. Continue Reading →

LETTER: Will the town extend the beach season for dogs?

By: greenwichfreepress | April 27, 2021

“…there is already flagrant disregard for leash laws and disrespect for the rights of other beach users regarding the requirement for owners to control their pets once allowed into the park. This problem is further exacerbated by the total lack of enforcement of existing Town regulations.” – David Mullen, Old Greenwich Continue Reading →