https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Sun, 15 Jun 2014 15:08:00 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/lane-critchell-launches-job-platform-getsask-com-after-success-with-do-it-all-dudes-247956/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247956 2026-05-24T12:19:25+0000 greenwichfreepress "For students, the more you fill out your profile, more likely you'll be notified about jobs. There is a checklist. Students can upload a photo, where they go to school, what they're studying, past work and skills. I expect babysitting and sports lessons will be huge." – Lane Critchell, founder of GETSTASK.com Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/league-of-women-voters-greenwich-to-host-recap-of-connecticuts-2026-legislative-session-248264/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248264 2026-05-24T11:45:29+0000 greenwichfreepress The event is on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Burning Tree Country Club, 120 Perkins Road, Greenwich. Registration is required. IMG_0171 https://greenwichfreepress.com/opinion/talking-transportation-bring-your-bike-on-board-248185/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248185 2026-05-24T11:41:32+0000 greenwichfreepress Whatever your destination, always BYO (and wear) a helmet when operating on two wheels. And remember: E-bikes and scooters should use UL-certified batteries and never be charged aboard any vehicle or station. - Jim Cameron Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/health/commemoration-for-national-gun-violence-awareness-day-on-june-5-248118/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248118 2026-05-24T10:07:45+0000 greenwichfreepress Gun violence continues to be one of the leading causes of deaths of children and teens, and in Connecticut 151 people were killed in 2025. Screen Shot 2023-06-02 at 2.03.22 PM https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/friends-of-the-wallace-center-announce-friendraiser-happy-hour-248102/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248102 2026-05-24T9:27:26+0000 greenwichfreepress The Friends of the Wallace Center is happy to announce that its Friendraiser/Fundraiser Happy Hour at Caren’s Cos Cobber is back by popular demand. Please come be a “Best Friend” to the Wallace Center and enjoy a drink, appetizer specials,  great camaraderie and win fun door prizes. IMG_8479 https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/greenwich-police-scholarship-fund-announces-milestone-gala-on-oct-17-at-riverside-yacht-club-248123/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248123 2026-05-24T9:15:16+0000 greenwichfreepress The event will feature dinner, dancing, special tributes, and celebratory moments recognizing the Department’s rich history and longstanding contributions to Greenwich. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/riverside-garden-club-to-celebrate-nations-250th-at-knapps-tavern-248256/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248256 2026-05-23T19:13:17+0000 greenwichfreepress The Riverside Garden Club invites all to join them for a tour of the Colonial Herb Garden and light refreshments. Two Roads Brewery of Stratford has generously volunteered to brew ale using the hops grown at the colonial garden.  Come sample what George Washington would have been served at the Knapp’s Tavern during his traverse through Greenwich 250 years ago. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/greenwich-police-department-opens-its-doors-for-community-focused-police-day-2026-248197/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248197 2026-05-23T16:58:56+0000 greenwichfreepress Throughout the day, officers showcased specialized units including the SWAT team, dive team, and the department drone program. Police vehicles and equipment were displayed outside headquarters as children and families had the opportunity to speak directly with officers about their roles and training. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/volunteering/junior-league-of-greenwich-completes-100-volunteer-hours-during-inaugural-all-service-day-248106/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248106 2026-05-23T9:32:59+0000 greenwichfreepress Forty-five members partnered with local nonprofits across Greenwich in a day of hands-on service supporting children, families, and community organizations. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/owner-of-connecticut-strip-club-pleads-guilty-248071/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248071 2026-05-23T9:31:29+0000 greenwichfreepress The club operator pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to use an interstate facility to promote or facilitate prostitution, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of five years; one count of conspiracy to defraud the IRS, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of five years; one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of 20 years; and two counts of engaging in a monetary transaction in property derived from unlawful activity, which carries a maximum term of imprisonment of 10 years on each count. Deirdre M. Daly, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut - Greenwich Free Press