https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Wed, 11 Jun 2025 01:11:43 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/riverside-garden-club-rounds-out-another-successful-season-250102/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250102 2026-07-11T10:00:18+0000 greenwichfreepress The Riverside Garden Club ended its 2025-2026 season with a celebration of our country’s 250th birthday. Over 50 people came out to celebrate at the Club’s Open Garden Day at Putnam Cottage, also known as the Knapp Tavern, on Sunday, June 7. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/33-years-of-excellence-hopscotch-salon-sweeps-best-of-regional-awards-250511/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250511 2026-07-11T9:00:45+0000 greenwichfreepress Nestled in the Garden Court at the Hyatt Regency Greenwich, the salon offers a tranquil escape surrounded by serene gardens, a cozy café, a library, and an inviting bar. With complimentary self-parking and optional valet service, every visit is designed to be effortless and enjoyable. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/real-estate/up-to-the-minute-greenwich-property-transfers-june-5-10-2026-250290/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250290 2026-07-11T8:30:41+0000 greenwichfreepress 332 Riversville Road sold on June 5, 2026 for $2,200,000 Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/nominations-open-for-the-greenwich-tree-conservancys-2026-treasured-trees-program-250330/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250330 2026-07-10T14:16:04+0000 greenwichfreepress A Treasured Tree may be cherished for many reasons: a special memory or family story, its history, a unique shape, beautiful spring flowers or fall foliage, its impressive size or age, or simply the joy it has brought over the years. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/residents-vent-at-town-hall-about-proposed-demolition-of-iconic-1894-isaac-mead-building-250464/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250464 2026-07-10T13:20:42+0000 greenwichfreepress On Wednesday, the Historic District Commission listened to public comment about the proposed demolition of 2 Greenwich Avenue. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/sports/37th-annual-one-mile-swim-returns-to-greenwich-point-to-support-water-safety-and-swim-lesson-scholarships-248475/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248475 2026-07-10T10:30:20+0000 greenwichfreepress This community tradition raises funds to support swim lesson scholarships. Through its partnership with Greenwich Public Schools, the YMCA evaluates approximately 600 fourth-grade students each year to assess their water safety skills. Students who need additional support are offered free eight-week swim lesson sessions at the YMCA. This year, 89 local students qualified for the program. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/assistant-principal-named-at-central-middle-school-250494/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250494 2026-07-10T8:40:26+0000 greenwichfreepress Shawn Hoyt replaces Scott Trungadi who was recently named the district’s educational data and systems program coordinator. Hoyt https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/a-garden-crawl-for-the-ages-tour-de-veggie-250180/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250180 2026-07-10T8:32:34+0000 greenwichfreepress Open to the entire community, the event will take place rain or shine on Thursday, July 30. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/after-tense-exchange-pz-votes-on-hamilton-ave-8-30g-in-existing-two-family-house-250463/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250463 2026-07-09T16:00:32+0000 greenwichfreepress "Whereas, the Commission finds that a reasonable change to the proposed development would be for the applicant to modify Unit C to provide both natural light and ventilation in all the living spaces and improve comparability of the living spaces of all units." – Whereas clause from motion to approve, with modifications Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/ymca-greenwich-marks-100-years-of-community-impact-with-successful-gala-250477/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250477 2026-07-09T12:55:46+0000 greenwichfreepress Over the past several years, the YMCA of Greenwich has experienced significant growth and transformation, expanding programs, strengthening community partnerships, growing childcare services, increasing outreach efforts, and deepening its impact across Greenwich. Screenshot