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“My dedication to service began long before I held public office. When my family moved to Greenwich 25 years ago, I joined the Newcomer’s Club and co-chaired the children’s committee. That led to serving on the Parkway School PTA and the RTM. In every role, I’ve focused on the same things: listening, bringing people together, and getting things done.” – Rachel Khanna Continue Reading →
The debates featured incumbent Republican First Selectman Fred Camillo and Democratic challenger Anthony Moor. First there was the debate between Selectwomen candidates Democrat, Rachel Khanna and Republican incumbent Lauren Rabin. Continue Reading →
“I am disappointed to see that the money we secured for crosswalks is going to be used for some type of road narrowing experiment.” – State Rep Steve Meskers Continue Reading →
Greenwich Police Chief James Heavey said speed cameras could be up and running in school zones by September and that he anticipated a 60%-70% reduction in speeding around schools. Continue Reading →
During public comment, Rachel Latto, an employee of Diane’s Books at 8 Grigg Street, just off the bottom of Greenwich Avenue, spoke for the book store owner Diane Garrett who had concerns that there are at least 7 restaurants at the bottom of Greenwich Ave, near her book store. Continue Reading →
On Monday a complaint landed in superior court in Stamford with First Selectman Fred Camillo and the Town of Greenwich listed as plaintiffs and the Board of Education and its four Democratic members – Karen Hirsh, Laura Kostin, Sophie Koven and Kathleen Stowe – listed individually as defendants. Republican Jen Behette is described in the complaint as “purported BOE member (via an unlawful appointment),” and is also named as a defendant. Continue Reading →
During a Board of Selectmen special meeting, the 3-person board voted 2-1 in favor of seeking a temporary restraining order challenging the legality of the Board of Education’s meetings since Oct 21, 2024. In response the BOE chair pushed back, saying, “We are the Board of Ed, not the Board of Fred, and were elected to work for the children, parents, and residents of this school district, not the First Selectman.” Continue Reading →
Currently Veterans Plaza Park features an obelisk and triangle outside the historic former post office building. There is also a water fountain originally donated by the Woman’s Club of Greenwich, though it is not functional. Continue Reading →
“Mr. Cappiali was sworn-in by the Town Clerk and is ready to serve.” – Fred Camillo Continue Reading →
“I know you have the votes because there’s four of you and three of us, but in a small town, bi-partisan system like us, this is not how it’s supposed to work. This is a level of parliamentarian moves worthy of Mitch McConnell. Just because you can do it doesn’t mean you should.” – Dr. Michael-Joseph Mercanti-Anthony Continue Reading →