New surveillance cameras at Greenwich Point will snag people who drive right past the gatehouse, or argue with the attendants. Continue Reading →
Security Cameras at Tod’s Point Gatehouse Arrive in Time for Memorial Day Holiday
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Gearing up for Summer 2017 in Greenwich: Ferry Service Starts June 10
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Ferry service to Island beach begins Saturday, June 10. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Binney :ark, Greenwich Point, Island Beach ferry, July 4 fireworks, tod's point
Summer’s Coming: Parks & Rec Marine, Boat, Ferry and Beach Update
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At the April Parks & Rec board meeting, Jeff Freitag, Superintendent of Marine Facilities & Operations, gave a marine, boat and beaches updates. The town has hired its beach crew and ticket sellers, but they still seek to hire more lifeguards. Last summer there were 465,500 visitors to Greenwich Point, 53,000 visitors to Byram and 31,000 took the ferry to Island Beach, and 3,300 to took the ferry to Great Captain’s Island. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Byram Beach, Grass Island, Greenwich Point, Old Greenwich Yacht Club, Parks & Recreation
P&Z Feedback: Proposed Sound Beach Ave Apartment Building with “Sliver” of Retail is Not Balanced
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Developers of 143 Sound Beach Ave met resistance from neighbors and the P&Z commission on Tuesday. Concerns included traffic congestion, parking, and the balance of retail and residential in the “mixed use” building.
Also, with a 100 ft setback, commissioners said the retail would not engage pedestrians. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Real Estate, 143 Sound Beach Avenue, Chip Haslun, Greenwich Point, Margarita Alban, Old Greenwich School, Old Greenwich Village
Parks & Rec Beach Updates: Mild Winter Weather Brings Crowds to Tod’s; Watch for Beach Pass Renewal Mailing
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Beach renewals will go out on Friday Feb 24, 2017. Look for them the week of Feb 27. That and more updates from the Parks & Rec board. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Greenwich Point, Parks & Rec, tod's point
Greenwich Free Press Year in Photos, 2016
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Highlights of people and events from 2016 in Greenwich. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Around Town, Anthony Muskus, Aquarion, Augustine's Farm, Barbara O'Neill, Bob Lynagh, Carlos Hernandez, Caroline Janney
PHOTOS: Dogs Enjoy a Day at the Beach As Long as Owners Abide the Laws
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Saturday, Dec 10 was freezing, but that didn’t stop a couple dozen dogs from enjoying themselves, making friends and plunging in the Sound. Leashed dogs are only allowed at Tod’s Point from December 1 through March 31. Dogs must have licenses attached to their collars, and dogs must remain on a leash in the hands of an adult throughout the park.
All dogs must be under control below the mean high water mark and must NOT cause a disturbance to any person or other animal.
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Filed under: Around Town, Dogs, dogs at the beach, Greenwich Point, tod's point
After Sea Lice Come the Jellyfish at Greenwich Beaches
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Last weekend the Town posted warnings of sea lice, which are microscopic jellyfish larvae that can cause a painful and itchy rash, especially when trapped inside a swimsuit. This weekend, the Town issued a jellyfish warning. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, Greenwich Point, jellyfish, sea lice, tod's point
Town Offers Tips to Swimmers to Avoid, Treat Sea Lice Rash
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The beaches were open to swimming on Sunday because rainfall the previous night wasn’t enough to trigger a closure. At the temperature rose to the about 95°, swimmers were drawn to the water despite warnings of sea lice, which cause an itchy rash. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, Byram Park, Greenwich Point, sea lice, tod's point
PHOTOS: Everyone’s a Winner at Sandblast 2016!
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Good things about Greenwich: Sandblast! It was a great day at the beach to build a sand castle, go for a swim, munch out at the What’s Cooking Concession, socialize with friends and neighbors, or devour a good book. Continue Reading →