https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Wed, 01 May 2024 19:49:45 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/ct-attorney-general-warns-against-job-recruiter-scams-248480/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248480 2026-05-29T12:30:19+0000 greenwichfreepress Cybercriminals are impersonating recruiters from legitimate companies to steal money, personal information, and other sensitive information from job seekers. These scams often appear on popular job search websites, like Indeed and LinkedIn, and on social media. The criminals may identify and target job seekers who have recently posted about the job search, layoffs, or displayed an “open to work” banner on their profiles.  william tong https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/audubon-greenwich-announces-special-author-event-with-dr-dale-atkins-248417/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248417 2026-05-29T10:07:52+0000 greenwichfreepress Her newest release, Dear Deer (Mascot Books; June 2, 2026), is a heartfelt story and timely call to action, encouraging families to help children step away from screens and reconnect with the natural world. Through a shared outdoor adventure, young readers discover lessons in compassion, patience, collaboration, and empathy—while learning to slow down and tune into their senses. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/fassuliotis-greenwich-does-not-need-a-surveillance-state-to-teach-people-how-to-drive-248473/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248473 2026-05-29T9:14:14+0000 greenwichfreepress "Hopefully, the RTM will recognize the profound stakes involved and overwhelmingly reject these traffic cameras before it is too late. Our town representatives must refuse to trade Greenwich’s character and tradition of self-government for a surveillance state sold in the name of safety. The future of Greenwich should be shaped by its own citizens and accountable leaders — not by automated cameras and out-of-town contractors." - Karen Fassuliotis Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/greenwich-school-board-votes-to-enter-settlement-discussions-in-lawsuit-with-first-selectman-camillo-and-town-248460/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248460 2026-05-29T8:53:10+0000 greenwichfreepress "Plaintiffs should not decide counsel for the Defendants. Commentary on best practices aside, I suppose if I was suing indemnified volunteers, on an issue that became moot six months ago, I'd look to settle my way out of this, as Fred Camillo is clearly looking to do. But this litigation was filed by Fred Camillo. He's the only one who can direct its trajectory. His attorneys, 24 hours ago served the BOE Defendants with notice of deposition. It does not appear that the First Selectman is acting in a manner that aligns with settlement." – Former BOE member and Defendant, Laura Kostin Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/real-estate/up-to-the-minute-greenwich-property-transfers-april-22-29-2026-248174/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248174 2026-05-29T8:32:31+0000 greenwichfreepress 3 Western Junior Highway from Greenwich Place L/CAL LLC to Greenwich Place Property Owner LLC on April 24, 2026 for $215,500,000 Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/greenwich-chamber-of-commerce-countdown-to-sidewalk-sales-2026-248442/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248442 2026-05-28T20:37:59+0000 greenwichfreepress This year participating local merchants – in downtown Greenwich Avenue from Putnam Ave to Railroad Ave, and neighboring side streets – will offer both indoor and outdoor shopping options. New this year, there will be a "Non Profit Village" on Sunday in front of the Havemeyer building. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/summer-camp/code-ninjas-returns-with-another-summer-of-cool-enrichment__trashed-248143/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248143 2026-05-28T13:13:57+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/sports/greenwich-crew-dominate-northeast-regional-championships-248406/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248406 2026-05-28T8:28:04+0000 greenwichfreepress Competing against the top junior rowing programs from across the Northeast on May 16–17, Greenwich Crew amassed 864 points to claim the Overall Team Points Trophy, while also capturing both the Men’s and Women’s team titles. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/health/connecticut-9-other-states-see-18-drop-in-suicide-rates-among-young-people-with-launch-of-988-248434/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248434 2026-05-28T7:59:32+0000 greenwichfreepress Crisis call volume in Connecticut has increased nearly 350 percent since the 2022 launch of 988. In FY 2025 alone, 988 CT responded to more than 55,000 calls. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/author-of-judy-blume-biography-mark-oppenheimer-to-speak-at-greenwich-reform-synagogue-248240/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248240 2026-05-28T7:41:51+0000 greenwichfreepress Mark Oppenheimer will be at Greenwich Reform Synagogue on Sunday, May 31 to talk about his landmark biography of Judy Blume titled "Judy Blume: A Life." RSVP by phone or email. Screenshot