https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Mon, 21 Apr 2025 21:16:07 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/greenwich-farmers-market-opens-may-16-in-horseneck-lot-247865/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247865 2026-05-14T13:16:06+0000 greenwichfreepress Oceans 180 will return with a vast variety of fresh seafood from Connecticut shores. Check out our interview with Oceans 180's Jardar Nygaard, from last summer. ‍ Also, there are new vendors including New Petal Flower Farm out of Monroe, CT and Biscuits and Bones, who offer all natural dog food and dog treats. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/ymca-of-greenwich-celebrates-record-breaking-healthy-kids-day-attendance-247855/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247855 2026-05-14T12:21:14+0000 greenwichfreepress The YMCA of Greenwich welcomed more than 450 attendees to its annual Healthy Kids Day, marking the largest turnout in the event’s history. YMCA staff members hosted a wide variety of activities throughout the building, including: • Make-your-own sunflower pots • DIY organic bird feeders • Slime making stations • Tie-dye t-shirt creation • Push-up and squat contests • Water safety games • An obstacle course experience for kids Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/george-washington-inaugural-bible-comes-to-greenwich-247844/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247844 2026-05-14T12:06:43+0000 greenwichfreepress In honor of America’s 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the George Washington Inaugural Bible will be displayed at the Greenwich Library [Jewel Room] from 11:00am until 3:00pm. The event is thanks to the efforts of Acacia Lodge No. 85, A.F. & A.M.— the Masonic lodge of Greenwich. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/greenwich-becomes-first-connecticut-town-to-win-national-clearie-awards-for-excellence-in-election-administration-247846/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247846 2026-05-14T11:47:57+0000 greenwichfreepress Greenwich’s honors came in the category of Best Practices in Recruiting, Retaining, and Training Poll Workers. The first winning program featured Poll Worker Training Cards. The flashcards provided election workers with essential reminders on laws and processes. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/sports/20th-annual-swim-across-america-fairfield-county-open-water-swim-set-for-june-20-247840/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247840 2026-05-14T8:15:17+0000 greenwichfreepress This Milestone Event Honors Two Decades of Making Waves to Fight Cancer Through Swimming ½-mile, 1.5-miles or 3-miles and a Fun Kids’ Splash. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/saks-fifth-avenue-to-consolidate-three-stores-in-downtown-greenwich-to-one-247833/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247833 2026-05-13T17:31:11+0000 greenwichfreepress Saks Global explained that they made the strategic decision to consolidate the Saks Fifth Avenue Greenwich store footprint from three buildings to one. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/fassuliotis-greenwich-residents-deserve-a-real-public-hearing-not-a-managed-presentation-247830/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247830 2026-05-13T17:13:43+0000 greenwichfreepress "Many Greenwich residents support genuine safety improvements without Big Brother cameras: more police visibility during school hours, speed-feedback signs, traffic-calming designs, better crosswalks, and flashing beacons. These alternatives enhance safety without privacy invasions or secretive contracting." - Karen Fassuliotis Karen Fassuliotis https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/ghs-science-team-victorious-at-regional-science-bowl-247827/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247827 2026-05-13T15:41:30+0000 greenwichfreepress The GHS Science Team outscored 36 other Connecticut teams at the competition at UConn Storrs.  Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/greenwich-police-to-hold-public-hearing-on-school-zone-speed-camera-program-247822/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247822 2026-05-13T11:26:33+0000 greenwichfreepress A pubic hearing about the town's school zone speed camera program will be held Thursday, May 14, at 7:00pm in the Town Hall Meeting Room. The meeting is in person and will be live on GCTV on cable and on GCTV youtube live. (No Zoom option). Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/greenwich-high-school-pta-announces-new-job-board-starteryou-connecting-students-local-employers-247819/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247819 2026-05-13T10:16:59+0000 greenwichfreepress Starteryou is an independent job‑board platform that provides students with a safe and secure way to explore part‑time jobs, summer work, and internships. Employers can register at starteryou.com to post opportunities. GHS front