https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Tue, 31 May 2016 00:00:19 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/small-choices-big-impact-the-maritime-aquariums-teen-volunteers-lead-new-sustainability-initiative-250647/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250647 2026-07-15T8:58:51+0000 greenwichfreepress A group of local teens is helping reduce plastic waste in Long Island Sound — one restaurant meal at a time. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/greenwich-ems-explorer-post-to-host-rescue-rush-250679/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250679 2026-07-15T8:37:12+0000 greenwichfreepress Celebrate the Greenwich EMS 40th Anniversary with them on Sunday, July 19 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center in Old Greenwich. Expect music, food and lifesaving medical knowledge. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/behind-the-badge-greenwich-police-dept-emergency-services-unit-250663/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250663 2026-07-15T7:27:32+0000 greenwichfreepress For members of the Greenwich Police Dept's Emergency Services Unit, commonly referred to as the SWAT team, readiness is built through training, teamwork and a commitment to serving the community. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/weather/high-temperatures-expected-in-greenwich-officials-suggest-precautions-250659/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250659 2026-07-14T18:30:23+0000 greenwichfreepress The State of Connecticut has activated its extreme hot weather protocol through Thursday, July 15, at 5:00pm.  Greenwich residents are urged to take precautions, watch after their pets and vulnerable friends and loved ones and make use of cooling centers in Town if needed.  beach https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/greenwich-youth-conservation-program-celebrates-48-years-of-teens-working-for-a-greener-greenwich-250634/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250634 2026-07-14T15:37:50+0000 greenwichfreepress The Greenwich Youth Conservation Program marked its 48th successful summer with “GYCP Day” July 14 at the Montgomery Pinetum and Greenwich Botanical Center. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/bruce-museum-begins-steamboat-road-beautification-project-250631/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250631 2026-07-14T15:18:11+0000 greenwichfreepress Later this week, the Bruce Museum will commence construction of a streetscape and landscape improvement project along its Steamboat Road frontage. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/foundation-house-family-day-is-saturday-july-18-250620/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250620 2026-07-14T13:42:53+0000 greenwichfreepress Bring a blanket, your sketchbook, and any materials you like to use. There will be a kiddie corner, nature bingo, and light snacks and refreshments. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/dollars-to-scholars-offers-free-financial-literacy-seminar-for-kids-age-8-24-250613/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250613 2026-07-14T11:53:27+0000 greenwichfreepress Designed for children ages 8–14 (parents are welcome), the seminar will introduce young attendees to foundational financial concepts including saving, investing, employment, credit, and debt through an engaging, age-appropriate program. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/in-ct-no-cost-meals-are-available-for-all-children-while-school-is-out-during-the-summer-months-250610/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250610 2026-07-14T11:37:13+0000 greenwichfreepress nutritious meals are available at no cost to all children in the state, helping to ensure that students continue to have access to healthy meals while school is out. hartford capital https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/major-exhibition-of-artist-dustin-yellin-exploring-visions-of-humanity-and-nature-opens-at-the-bruce-museum-this-july-250602/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=250602 2026-07-14T10:35:16+0000 greenwichfreepress Stretching eleven feet long and weighing nearly 11,000 pounds, “Politics of Eternity” unfolds as a panoramic narrative across seven parts, with thousands of images and painted marks embedded and frozen within layers of glass. Screenshot