https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Sun, 20 Aug 2017 15:52:48 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/reasons-to-be-cheerful-36th-anniversary-of-ada-celebrated-at-town-hall-251276/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251276 2026-07-29T18:03:45+0000 greenwichfreepress On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure the civil rights of people with disabilities. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/loving-the-dump-avoid-the-saturday-queue-by-arriving-early-251271/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251271 2026-07-29T16:12:39+0000 greenwichfreepress On Saturdays between 7:00am and 12:00 noon alone, Holly Hill averages 1,600 to 1,700 vehicles. Arrive between 7:00am and 1030am to avoid the queue. line at the dump https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/fassuliotis-dont-substitute-partisan-rhetoric-for-thoughtful-discussion-251269/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251269 2026-07-29T10:44:55+0000 greenwichfreepress "We can disagree over housing policy, budget priorities, and the appropriate role of government without questioning one another's compassion or integrity." – Karen Fassuliotis Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/rota-a-pause-on-unfunded-zoning-mandates-is-prudent-251265/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251265 2026-07-29T10:35:48+0000 greenwichfreepress "If this legislation (HB 8002) is so important for our state, why not allow it to see the light of day, go through the necessary and appropriate hearings and allow the public to share their views? Not only was the bill hastily forced through but its provisions became law January 1, 2026 without time necessary for review by all 169 municipalities that were required to implement it.  This bill makes 830-g look like child’s play." – Adele Rota Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/cooper-100-years-of-republican-rule-barely-moved-the-needle-on-affordable-housing-251254/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251254 2026-07-29T9:00:07+0000 greenwichfreepress "The malaise that the local government of Greenwich suffers from, whether originating in the office of the Republican First Selectman or the BET, is the lack of a moral compass." - John Cooper letter to the editor https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/og-farmers-market-approved-for-new-riverside-location-251171/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251171 2026-07-28T21:00:59+0000 greenwichfreepress The OG Farmers Market in Riverside stated with a 14 non-consecutive day approval for tents at St. Catherine's Church parking lot. More recently the P&Z commission extended it through November 11, with conditions. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/storm-safety-advisory-issued-for-greenwich-251249/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251249 2026-07-28T16:41:02+0000 greenwichfreepress The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Greenwich from 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28, through 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29.  Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/arrest-made-in-downtown-stamford-assault-investigation-with-assistance-from-the-public-251241/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251241 2026-07-28T13:34:46+0000 greenwichfreepress The victim, who is also the owner of the establishment, reported that he had removed a male patron from the bar after the individual had been harassing staff and other customers. A short time later, the suspect returned through a rear entrance and allegedly stabbed the victim in the face with a sharp object before fleeing the scene. The victim received 16 stitches for his injuries. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/heavy-rains-potential-coastal-flooding-on-tap-for-greenwich-251237/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251237 2026-07-28T13:04:01+0000 greenwichfreepress According to Emergency Management Director Joe Laucella, there is high confidence that the storm will bring three to five inches of rain to the southwestern and western areas of Connecticut. There is the potential for isolated locations in those parts of the State to see up to 10 inches of rain. town hall https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/florida-man-charged-in-greenwich-for-retail-theft-and-fraud-involving-81-year-old-victim-251231/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=251231 2026-07-28T8:58:36+0000 greenwichfreepress The suspect was found to be in possession of merchandise from two nearby businesses. One item was valued at over $17,000 and the other two items from the other business totaled over $10,000. The fraud victim was an 81-year-old man whose wallet had been stolen. Screenshot