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Saturday was First Light in Old Greenwich, an annual holiday event that brings people together from all parts of town. Sound Beach Ave was closed to traffic for the celebration, and families enjoyed rides in antique fire trucks, live music, and a visit from Santa. Continue Reading →
Allen O’Farrell, a Greenwich Lion member and Lions Past District Governor led the program as Master of Ceremonies. The Keynote Speaker was Mark Lyon, Second Vice President of Lions Club International. Continue Reading →
During a Board of Selectmen special meeting, the 3-person board voted 2-1 in favor of seeking a temporary restraining order challenging the legality of the Board of Education’s meetings since Oct 21, 2024. In response the BOE chair pushed back, saying, “We are the Board of Ed, not the Board of Fred, and were elected to work for the children, parents, and residents of this school district, not the First Selectman.” Continue Reading →
Newly elected BOE officers are: Karen Hirsh as Board Chair, Jen Behette as Vice Chair and Laura Kostin as Secretary. Continue Reading →
Currently Veterans Plaza Park features an obelisk and triangle outside the historic former post office building. There is also a water fountain originally donated by the Woman’s Club of Greenwich, though it is not functional. Continue Reading →
Keynote speaker Hon Lucian Niemeyer said today less than five percent of the American population today is associated with the military, and that it was important to reignite the desire for public service. Continue Reading →
“Mr. Cappiali was sworn-in by the Town Clerk and is ready to serve.” – Fred Camillo Continue Reading →
On Monday the BOE voted 4-1 to fill their Republican vacancy with Jen Behette. At Tuesday’s special meeting of the Selectmen, Town attorney Schellenberg said the Selectmen could appoint a qualified person to fill a vacancy on any town board of commission if that vacancy hasn’t been filled in 30 days, pursuant to CGS section 7-107. Democratic Selectperson Stone McGuigan said the BOE was a state body, not a town board of commission. Continue Reading →
Greenwich Crossing will include a new luxury restaurant with expansive outdoor seating where previously there was a movie theater. There will be a modernized Greenwich Train Station and renovated retail spaces. Continue Reading →
“I know you have the votes because there’s four of you and three of us, but in a small town, bi-partisan system like us, this is not how it’s supposed to work. This is a level of parliamentarian moves worthy of Mitch McConnell. Just because you can do it doesn’t mean you should.” – Dr. Michael-Joseph Mercanti-Anthony Continue Reading →