https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Thu, 21 Nov 2019 18:40:45 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/concerned-about-identity-theft-grabs-paper-shredding-event-is-april-18th-246315/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246315 2026-04-10T11:38:37+0000 greenwichfreepress The program is a joint initiative of the Greenwich Recycling Advisory Board and Greenwich Green & Clean, and is organized entirely by volunteers.  The event is in the Island Beach Parking Lot. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/real-estate/house-of-the-week-cotswold-style-manor-on-private-road-246186/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246186 2026-04-10T8:55:16+0000 greenwichfreepress Exquisitely renovated Cotswold-style manor on a private road, blending timeless charm with modern elegance. Set on two serene, landscaped acres overlooking Horseneck Brook, this home offers tranquility and understated sophistication. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/learning-what-it-means-to-be-a-greenwich-volunteer-firefighter-246346/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246346 2026-04-10T8:52:38+0000 greenwichfreepress Greenwich Fire Department is a combination Fire Department comprised of 100 career firefighters and over 120 volunteer firefighters who respond to approximately 4000 emergency calls each year from 8 stations located throughout the town. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/real-estate/up-to-the-minute-greenwich-property-transfers-feb-9-18-2026-246275/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246275 2026-04-10T8:33:19+0000 greenwichfreepress 28 North Ridge Rd from 28 North Ridge sold on Feb 18, 2026 for $3,100,000 Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/selectmen-roundup-bill-to-curb-vexatious-responders-shorter-outdoor-dining-season-okd-ogrcc-lease-at-civic-center-246335/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246335 2026-04-09T18:24:04+0000 greenwichfreepress The First Selectman said he supports proposed legislation in Hartford that would strengthen the “vexatious requester” law as it pertains to FOI requests. "We've estimated certain individuals have cost us hundreds of thousands of dollars alone because we have to send department heads up to Hartford and it's an all day thing." town hall https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/245861-245861/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=245861 2026-04-09T16:28:30+0000 greenwichfreepress This fun, family-friendly event is packed with activities for learning practical, creative ways to reduce waste and live more sustainably. Enjoy an eco-marketplace, interactive exhibits, live demos on "scrappy cooking" and mending, and even a recycling-reuse drive for a host of items. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/rtm-announces-openings-in-districts-3-and-10-246332/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246332 2026-04-09T13:37:37+0000 greenwichfreepress The RTM is the Town of Greenwich’s legislative body. They examine and approve the budget, nominations to Town boards, improvements to Town properties, labor contracts and other significant Town undertakings. If you want to have a say in how Greenwich grows, join the RTM. RTM https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/what-to-know-about-greenwichs-2026-household-hazardous-waste-day-246327/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246327 2026-04-09T12:53:21+0000 greenwichfreepress Greenwich is gearing up for Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday May 2, from 8:00am to 1:00pm in the Island Beach Parking lot.  Residents display your Holly Hill hang tag permit if you have one. Alternately, show your driver's license with Greenwich address. hazardous waste https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/local-artists-partner-with-the-mead-school-to-create-art-together-246340/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246340 2026-04-09T11:40:19+0000 greenwichfreepress On Friday, April 10, 2026 the public is invited to the Art Opening from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm. The Mead School is located at 1095 Riverbank Rd, Stamford, CT 06903 Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/state-police-warn-of-fake-texts-demanding-payment-and-claiming-to-be-from-connecticut-state-police-court-246319/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246319 2026-04-09T8:56:36+0000 greenwichfreepress Government agencies do not send payment demands through random text messages. Suspicious links (especially shortened or unusual URLs) are a major red flag. Scammers use urgency and threats to pressure quick action. Do not click on the link or reply. Screenshot