https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Sun, 13 Feb 2022 22:50:00 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/greenwich-police-name-lieutenant-timothy-kelly-2026-dr-john-clarke-award-for-officer-of-the-year-247299/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247299 2026-04-30T17:38:16+0000 greenwichfreepress The Greenwich Police Dept announced that Lieutenant Timothy Kelly has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 Dr. John Clarke Award for Officer of the Year, the Department’s highest and most distinguished honor.  Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/countdown-to-summer-wine-sampling-set-for-may-at-stone-bridge-wine-spirits-247253/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247253 2026-04-30T16:30:43+0000 greenwichfreepress Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/get-ready-for-the-areas-biggest-holi-celebration-color-culture-and-community-come-alive-at-holifest-246826/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246826 2026-04-30T15:02:35+0000 greenwichfreepress India Cultural Center announces the return of HoliFest, the area’s biggest Holi celebration and largest color throw! Taking place Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 2:00pm to 6:00pm at Roger Sherman Baldwin Park. Register by April 27 to be guaranteed a free commemorative t-shirt to wear for the color throw. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/whats-happening-at-greenwich-land-trust-shining-light-on-the-seed-to-see-effort-247257/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247257 2026-04-30T13:02:26+0000 greenwichfreepress Each spring, Seed-to-Seed plants are showcased at GLT’s annual Native Plant Sale, held in May at the Mueller Preserve (370 Round Hill Road), making thousands of locally grown native plants available to the public. The sale will be open to the public at the Mueller Preserve on Friday, May 8 (9 a.m.–3 p.m.) and Saturday, May 9 (9 a.m.–1 p.m.) Screen Shot 2015-04-17 at 8.01.34 AM https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/summer-camp/greenwich-free-press-summer-2026-camp-guide-242269/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=242269 2026-04-30T9:15:14+0000 greenwichfreepress Welcome to the 2026 GFP Summer Camp Guide. We will continue to add camps. Contact Heather Brown at gfpcampguide@gmail.com for details.  Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/after-greenwich-blight-review-board-hearing-property-owner-told-to-clean-up-immediately-247196/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247196 2026-04-29T20:27:06+0000 greenwichfreepress The Blight Review Board hearing officer's memorandum of decision found that the Town had established there was a nuisance and blight at the property at 93 Bruce Park Avenue, constituting an emergency, requiring immediate action to protect the public health, safety or welfare, and warrants that an appropriate member of the blight review board immediately act to correct or abate the emergency. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/scouting-america-greenwich-council-announces-twice-monthly-saturday-morning-program-247242/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247242 2026-04-29T13:46:20+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/government/stamford-resident-charged-with-child-exploitation-destruction-of-evidence-offenses-247245/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247245 2026-04-29T12:54:25+0000 greenwichfreepress As alleged in court documents and statements made in court, in November 2023, Homeland Security Investigations and Ridgefield Police began investigating Wolfe for possessing child sex abuse material.  Deirdre M. Daly, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut - Greenwich Free Press https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/greenwich-chamber-of-commerce-announces-sidewalk-sales-dates-new-twists-to-4-day-event-247230/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247230 2026-04-29T12:04:04+0000 greenwichfreepress The dates are July 9-12, 2026. New this year, the Chamber is working on dedicated spaces for nonprofits and youth entrepreneurs – an exciting addition that reflects the evolving needs of the community. sidewalk sales https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/eastern-middle-school-debaters-deliver-outstanding-performance-247223/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247223 2026-04-29T11:58:50+0000 greenwichfreepress This impressive showing at the Connecticut Middle School Debate League highlights the commitment, preparation, and passion of Eastern Middle School’s young debaters. With such momentum, the team is poised for continued success in future competitions. Screenshot