https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Tue, 31 Oct 2017 20:07:38 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/reunion-of-1976-catholic-middle-school-chargers-basketball-champs-everybody-had-a-role-247048/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247048 2026-04-25T14:37:06+0000 greenwichfreepress On Friday a group of former 7th and 8th grader basketball players from what was the Catholic Middle School League reminisced about their win in the New England State Championship in 1976. The reunion was moving, with some former players traveling as far as from Minnesota, Maryland and Florida. The group honored coaches Peter Borchetta and David D'Andrea, sharing a slice of Greenwich's history. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/opinion/talking-transportation-cathedrals-for-trains-but-no-trains-247073/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247073 2026-04-25T14:02:43+0000 greenwichfreepress "In Connecticut, when it comes to transportation we don’t seem to have a transportation strategy… we just have a construction strategy." - Jim Cameron Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/riverside-school-announces-41st-annual-riverside-run-on-may-9-246924/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246924 2026-04-25T10:04:48+0000 greenwichfreepress The first 500 participants to sign up will receive a race t-shirt and a bag of goodies. Timing mats will be at the start and finish line to ensure accurate timing for the main run. Jogging strollers are welcome. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/giving/neighbor-to-neighbor-celebrates-annual-spring-luncheon-246899/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246899 2026-04-25T9:44:36+0000 greenwichfreepress The luncheon not only celebrated culinary artistry but also reinforced Neighbor to Neighbor’s mission to strengthen the Greenwich community by providing access to nutritious food, clothing, and other essentials at no cost every week to low income-eligible residents. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/joell-molina-named-boys-girls-club-of-greenwich-2026-youth-of-the-year-247038/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247038 2026-04-25T9:00:38+0000 greenwichfreepress As the 2026 Youth of the Year, Joell Molina will now compete for the Connecticut Youth of the Year title, carrying forward the legacy of excellence and service that defines Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/hamill-rink-deserves-action-not-more-delay-247036/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247036 2026-04-24T14:30:19+0000 greenwichfreepress "It is hard to recall another project of this scale receiving such broad and bipartisan support at every stage." – Eric LaRosee Cardinal at Hamill Rink https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/round-hill-volunteer-fire-company-to-host-3rd-annual-family-fun-day-on-april-25-246833/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246833 2026-04-24T9:50:08+0000 greenwichfreepress Update: In response to Saturday's weather forecast, this event is postponed until Sunday, April 26 from 1-5:00pm. Same location: Whitby School. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/health/1-in-5-children-face-mental-health-challenges-free-virtual-event-offers-fairfield-county-parents-real-strategies-to-help-246955/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246955 2026-04-24T8:32:29+0000 greenwichfreepress In this practical and engaging session, parents and caregivers will learn strategies to help children and teens build resilience, strengthen communication, and develop confidence in the face of everyday challenges. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/speed-camera-update-issue-of-refunds-not-resolved-246984/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246984 2026-04-24T8:19:02+0000 greenwichfreepress Signage indicating hours of operation are in the works and the Town is working with Blue Line Solutions to widen the window of time to appeal a violation from 10 days to 30 days. A public hearing is now scheduled for May 14, 2026 at 7:00pm in the town hall meeting room. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/greenwich-botanical-centers-grandiflora-garden-tour-to-offer-access-to-magnificent-private-gardens-246987/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=246987 2026-04-24T8:07:44+0000 greenwichfreepress To kick off the garden tour in style, Greenwich Botanical Center will host a festive Grandiflora Patron Party on Friday, June 5 from 6:00-9:00pm at an exquisite private backcountry estate where patrons and sponsors will enjoy cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and the rare opportunity to step inside one of the area’s most remarkable properties. On Saturday, June 6, Attendees can visit each garden once on a self-guided tour. Screenshot