https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Thu, 18 Jan 2024 14:18:00 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/viral-video-in-supermarket-results-in-nathaniel-witherell-investigation-of-incident-involving-staff-member-248996/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248996 2026-06-09T14:39:08+0000 greenwichfreepress An alleged racist verbal assault was recorded in a Stamford supermarket by an Indian woman who appears to be on the receiving end of a tirade from a woman buying shredded cheese and cigarettes, later identified online as a nurse employed by Greenwich's town-owned nursing home, The Nathaniel Witherell. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/gov-lamont-signs-legislation-strengthening-the-ability-to-prosecute-hate-crimes-249006/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249006 2026-06-09T12:34:02+0000 greenwichfreepress The legislation Governor Lamont signed takes all the state’s existing hate crimes laws and consolidates them into a new chapter of the statutes dedicated solely to hate crimes, making them much easier to find and analyze for the purposes of prosecuting offenders of these crimes. Hartford https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/arch-street-task-force-announces-the-first-of-two-public-hearings-248744/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248744 2026-06-09T11:01:35+0000 greenwichfreepress It is not often that a downtown waterfront building comes before the community for consideration of use, look and purpose for the highest and best commercial and community uses. teen center https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/summer-camp/code-ninjas-returns-with-another-summer-of-cool-enrichment__trashed-248143/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248143 2026-06-09T10:13:57+0000 greenwichfreepress Kids don't just "watch screens" – they build, create and problem-solve thrugh STEM • Robotics • 3D Printing • LEGO® Engineering • Game Design • AI • Minecraft • Drones • Building Cartoons & more. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/pz-watch-preschool-and-daycare-proposed-at-former-acme-supermarket-on-west-putnam-ave-248973/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248973 2026-06-09T9:03:11+0000 greenwichfreepress The Goddard School anticipates 216 children would be enrolled across all programs at the facility. There would be approximately 40 staff, including 36 teachers and four administrators. There would be 32+/- parking spaces on the property and an additionally approximately 50+/- parking spaces across the street at 132 West Putnam Avenue, which is also leased to the applicant by the owner. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/summer-camp/eagle-island-camp-for-girls-a-once-in-a-lifetime-unplugged-experience-246157/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246157 2026-06-09T9:02:13+0000 greenwichfreepress Eagle Island’s all-girls overnight programs (ages 8–17) offer swimming, sailing, crafts, and so much more—all in a supportive environment where girls grow into confident, fearless women ready to take on the world. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/western-middle-school-principal-suzanne-coyne-to-depart-248975/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248975 2026-06-08T20:00:27+0000 greenwichfreepress Since 1997, Ms Coyne has worked at Greenwich Public Schools, holding multiple positions, including special education teacher and district special education instructional coach, but has called Western home since 2014 when then superintendent William McKersie appointed her assistant principal. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/real-estate/house-of-the-week-mid-country-private-retreat-248937/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248937 2026-06-08T14:00:12+0000 greenwichfreepress Sun-drenched and privately set on 1.45 level acres, this spacious 4-bedroom, 3 full bath mid-country home offers tranquility just minutes from town and steps from Mianus River Park. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/pz-watch-sacred-heart-greenwich-proposes-26000-sq-ft-stem-building-248966/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248966 2026-06-08T10:28:23+0000 greenwichfreepress The applicant proposed to construct a 26,000 square foot academic building including a bridge connection area and associated site improvements, on a 109.197-acre campus at 1177 King Street in the RA-4 zone. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/alliance-francaise-of-greenwich-awards-college-scholarship-to-greenwich-high-school-senior-248963/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248963 2026-06-08T9:43:35+0000 greenwichfreepress The World Language Award Ceremony continues to serve as an important tradition at Greenwich High School, honoring students who demonstrate excellence in language learning and encouraging continued study beyond the classroom. Screenshot