Greenwich Free Press

Greenwich Non-Profit Organization Announces College Essay Workshops

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-05T9:31:01+0000

Workshops will be held in person at The Reading Room and via Zoom. Students will learn how to avoid common mistakes when writing essays, get expert feedback on their ideas, perform in-class brainstorming and writing exercises, and review successful college admissions essays. They will leave the class with a first draft of their College Essay Common App personal statement. With only two months to go before the Early Decision and Early Action deadlines, students may be tempted to rely on AI, but they should understand that there are pitfalls.

BBB Report Highlights Riskiest Scams and Growing Fraud Trends

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-05T9:20:18+0000

Slow down. Be wary of unexpected messages and offers that create urgency. Verify independently.Research businesses, employers, sellers and investment opportunities using contact information you find yourself. Don't trust familiar names automatically. Scammers frequently impersonate legitimate companies and government agencies. Protect your money and information. Never provide financial or personal information until you've confirmed who you're dealing with.

NY Man Charged with OUI after Chickahominy Wall Crash with Child in Car

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-05T8:49:22+0000

The driver failed standard field sobriety testing and was arrested and charged with Failure to Carry Operator License, OUI Motor Vehicle with Child <18 Passenger, Failure to Drive Upon Right.

Apple Merchandise Recovered after Greenwich Police ORCA Officers Spot Suspicious Activity

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-05T8:39:58+0000

Investigators were able to recover recently purchased Apple products including an iPhone valued at $1399 and an Apple Watch valued at...

Art in the Park Announces Date Change; Seeks Artists Event in Binney Park

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-05T7:30:31+0000

There are opportunities for artists who specialize in acrylics, oil, photography, aluminum or Plexiglass prints, mixed media, charcoal, watercolor, pen and ink, ceramics and hand-made...

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, August 13-17, 2026

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-04T17:00:14+0000

197 Otter Rock Drive sold on Aug 13, 2026 for...

Juliane G. Stautner, 101

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-04T16:06:51+0000

Juliane G Stautner, age 101, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026 Juliane was born in Würzburg, Germany on March 23, 1925, the daughter of Julie Veitinger and Dr Paul Seisser,...

P&Z Watch: New House Proposed to Replace “Crags” at 60 Binney Lane

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-04T9:20:34+0000

An application for a Final Coastal SitePlan has been submitted to Greenwich Planning & Zoning. The applicant seeks to demolish and redevelop 60 Binney Lane, known as "Crags," with a new single family dwelling with more compliant setbacks.

P&Z Watch: Neighbors Voice Opposition to Greenwich Mega Mansion at Maple and Park

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-03T20:00:13+0000

"The proposed plan would put a garage for 40 cars, an art gallery, art studio, indoor pool, squash court, office and laundry room all below grade. Clearly this plan violates the POCD and should not be approved. If it were approved, imagine what could happen. Developers could buy and merge adjacent lots in small lot zones and use the generous FAR to change the character in a neighborhood and in our town." – Louisa Stone, former P&Z commission member

Byram Warehouse Owner Proposes to Convert Some Space to Residential Units

greenwichfreepress — 2026-09-03T13:00:48+0000

The owner of 18 Beech Street proposes to add three two-bedroom apartment units to the second floor of the building. One of the residential units would be deeded affordable housing in exchange for greater FAR and building height if required.