https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Mon, 01 Apr 2019 22:44:14 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/camporee-at-camp-seton-celebrates-outdoor-skills-teamwork-tradition-247569/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247569 2026-05-06T12:36:52+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 https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/ghs-safe-driving-day-expands-to-include-problem-gambling-and-mental-health-awareness-247473/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247473 2026-05-05T20:26:11+0000 greenwichfreepress The event included organizations that raise awareness of addiction including gambling, substance misuse, mental health and co-occurring disorders. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/finn-stuck-in-the-strait-of-mianus-247522/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247522 2026-05-05T16:59:03+0000 greenwichfreepress "BOE lawsuit. It has already cost the town $500,000 as of the end of March. The town attorney suggested that the legal bills could run as high as $25,000 per month. Twenty-four hours after the RTM BOC meeting, Fred filed another motion seeking to remove indemnification for only Democrats on the BOE, including one who is no longer there. How Trumpian. Pure retribution." - Jim Finn Jim Finn https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/greenwich-high-school-rugby-to-celebrate-40-years-on-saturday-247523/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247523 2026-05-05T13:40:14+0000 greenwichfreepress The tradition continues. Greenwich High School rugby program is celebrating 40 years with a day of rugby at Cardinal Stadium on Saturday, May 9. During halftime of the D1 game, there will be a tribute to alumni. 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 2026-05-05T10:35:43+0000 greenwichfreepress Greenwich Free Press and Stone Bridge Wine & Spirits (formerly LaBella's Fine Wine & Spirits) are hosting a "Countdown to Summer" wine sampling event on Wed, May 6 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/at-rtm-budget-overview-committee-frustration-over-legal-fees-heats-up-again-247456/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247456 2026-05-04T19:00:08+0000 greenwichfreepress As of the end of March, $192,644 in legal fees from the First Selectman have been paid out of the law department budget, and $304,002 in school board legal fees have been invoiced but not paid. The town attorney, who per town charter is the one to approve legal bills, has recused herself. Screenshot