https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Fri, 02 Jun 2023 14:54:00 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/lwv-to-host-talk-what-to-know-about-the-greenwich-reval-with-assessor-lauren-elliott-and-boe-chair-david-weisbrod-247595/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247595 2026-05-07T10:55:54+0000 greenwichfreepress Attendees may submit questions in advance as well as during the event.  Please register for this Zoom event in advance and submit questions in advance. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/thousands-gather-for-north-mianus-ptas-78th-annual-pow-wow-weekend-247589/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247589 2026-05-07T10:14:08+0000 greenwichfreepress Now in its 78th year, Pow Wow continues to be a cornerstone community tradition in Greenwich and an important source of support for North Mianus School programs and enrichment opportunities. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/christ-churchs-dogwood-books-announces-a-miracle-in-the-bush-a-free-sunday-forum-247583/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247583 2026-05-07T10:04:40+0000 greenwichfreepress Learn how a one-room school in Tanzania grew to 1,900 students. Cheryl Kyle and Karen Royce, co-leaders of Christ Church's outreach to the Diocese of Mt. Kilimanjaro, will share an update on everything that happened in 2025 — including a brand new video fresh from the field — and will give us a first look at plans for a 2028 trip to celebrate the 20th anniversary of this remarkable ministry. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/scouting-america-greenwich-council-announces-twice-monthly-saturday-morning-program-247242/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247242 2026-05-07T8:46:20+0000 greenwichfreepress On Tuesday, May 19, girls and boys in grades 2-5 are invited to come to Camp Seton for a fun hands-on activity while the parents have an informational discussion. From there the program will be on Saturday mornings at Camp Seton. The offerings include target ranges (sling shot, BBs and Archery)canoeing and fishing, rock wall and bouldering. There will be a flexible drop off. seton https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/transportation/aaa-study-finds-street-racing-on-public-roads-is-a-growing-concern-247552/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247552 2026-05-07T8:27:50+0000 greenwichfreepress Street racing — which includes behaviors such as drag racing, street takeovers and weaving through traffic — poses significant risks to drivers, pedestrians and emergency responders I95 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/camporee-at-camp-seton-celebrates-outdoor-skills-teamwork-tradition-247569/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247569 2026-05-06T17:36:52+0000 greenwichfreepress For many Scouts, the Camporee offered more than just a series of activities. It provided an opportunity to build skills, strengthen friendships and experience the outdoors in a structured and supportive environment. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/art-to-the-ave-returns-with-opening-festivities-set-for-thursday-247566/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247566 2026-05-06T12:14:43+0000 greenwichfreepress Art to the Avenue returns this month, with opening night festivities set for Thursday, May 7 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. This year Art to the Ave runs May 7 - 25. art to the Ave https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/obrien-prioritizing-data-driven-decision-making-over-sales-pitch-planning-247564/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247564 2026-05-06T12:00:57+0000 greenwichfreepress "Recently, I applied a planimeter—a mechanical tool for measuring hard copies of the site plan area, pre computers, of the existing and proposed plans for the Hamill Rink. The results: 'The Flip' adds approximately a 35% increase in impervious surfaces to Morlot Park." - James O'Brien letter to the editor https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/1000-gather-for-india-cultural-centers-holifest-in-greenwich-247534/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247534 2026-05-06T9:03:35+0000 greenwichfreepress The event’s centerpiece, the massive color throw, filled the park with bursts of bright eco-friendly powder as participants launched colors into the air – and at each other – in a joyful display of community and celebration. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/raabe-the-rink-navigates-past-the-ice-berg-247549/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247549 2026-05-06T8:35:34+0000 greenwichfreepress "Ink spilled here recently on how the rink redevelopment project should enjoy an ocean view...It may not be a water view, but when that Zamboni floats past the glass it will be as majestic as any ship on the Sound." – Brian Raabe letter to the editor