https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Wed, 15 Apr 2020 13:09:50 +0000 en-us hourly 1 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 https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/lockton-blue-line-solutions-is-controlled-by-raf-equity-248251/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248251 2026-05-23T9:07:46+0000 greenwichfreepress "The RTM is voting in June to accept the Greenwich Speed Camera plan. We all want our children to be safe, but we do not want our Town to be the honey pot for an out of state Equity Fund." - Janet Lockton letter to the editor https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/greenwich-police-department-opens-its-doors-for-community-focused-police-day-2026-248197/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248197 2026-05-23T8:58:56+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/news/government/tina-courpas-receives-unanimous-support-from-local-republicans-for-second-term-representing-149th-district-248247/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248247 2026-05-23T8:27:09+0000 greenwichfreepress State Rep. Tina Courpas received the unanimous endorsement of Republican delegates from Greenwich and Stamford on Thursday night at Greenwich Town Hall, officially beginning her campaign for a second term representing the 149th House District. tina courpas https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/george-washington-inaugural-bible-comes-to-greenwich-247844/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247844 2026-05-23T7:06:43+0000 greenwichfreepress In honor of America’s 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the George Washington Inaugural Bible will be displayed at the Greenwich Library [Jewel Room] from 11:00am until 3:00pm. The event is thanks to the efforts of Acacia Lodge No. 85, A.F. & A.M.— the Masonic lodge of Greenwich. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/lifestyle/food-drink-restaurants/at-raphaels-bakery-orange-awning-signals-welcoming-atmosphere-superior-menu-248226/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248226 2026-05-22T20:00:58+0000 greenwichfreepress Raphaël's Bakery on Mason Street in Greenwich is hard to miss, with its orange awning, matching outdoor seating, and cheerful spring flowers. When customers step inside, they are greeted with a wide display of pastries, sandwiches, baguettes and baked goods. Amelie ordered a turkey and comté sandwich, Julia ordered a vegetarian sandwich with a chocolate chip cookie, and Sara enjoyed a prosciutto and mozzarella sandwich. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/summer-camp/code-ninjas-returns-with-another-summer-of-cool-enrichment-248143/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248143 2026-05-22T13:13:57+0000 greenwichfreepress Kids don't just "watch screens" – they build, create and problem-solve thrugh STEM • Robotics • 3D Printing • LEGO® Engineering • Game Design • AI • Minecraft • Drones • Building Cartoons & more. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/bencivengo-programs-like-saint-catherines-players-are-not-expendable-luxuries-248223/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248223 2026-05-22T9:08:28+0000 greenwichfreepress "At a time when we constantly speak about the mental health crisis facing children, the isolation many feel, and the need for meaningful connection and purpose, programs like Saint Catherine’s Players are not expendable luxuries. They are lifelines. They are ministries in their own right." – Dr. Jennifer Bencivewngo letter to the editor https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/meet-more-artists-youll-find-at-art-in-the-park-on-sunday-june-7-248073/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248073 2026-05-22T9:00:26+0000 greenwichfreepress The event will feature dozens of local, up-and-coming artists, exhibiting and selling their works to the public, including oils, acrylics, mixed media, photography, watercolors, wood carvings, drawings, giclée prints, decoupages and much more. Screenshot