https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Tue, 28 Jan 2020 19:37:03 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/holiday/aaa-shares-travel-projections-for-memorial-day-weekend-247970/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247970 2026-05-19T9:07:22+0000 greenwichfreepress Drivers should expect the heaviest congestion on Thursday and Friday between 3:00 and 6:00pm, and Monday afternoon, according to transportation data and insights provider, INRIX.  Sunday should be the lightest day for traffic, barring any unexpected events on the road.   Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/jill-oberlander-nominated-as-the-democratic-candidate-for-state-senate-in-district-36-248004/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248004 2026-05-19T9:00:36+0000 greenwichfreepress Oberlander was endorsed by Endorsed by Congressman Jim Himes, Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons, and New Canaan Selectman Amy Murphy Carroll. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/greenwich-pz-mulls-gcds-proposal-for-staff-housing-and-expanded-daycare-247925/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247925 2026-05-19T8:47:51+0000 greenwichfreepress The GCDS Schwarz Campus is 41.5 acres in the RA-1 zone and the school does not receive any FAR bonus for educational use. The Schwarz Campus at 23 Fairfield Road was originally part of the F.A.O. Schwarz estate, which goes all the way to Cardinal Road. Even if the school added the requested units, they would still have remaining FAR, but the discussion revolved around the proposed multi-family apartment building in the RA-1 single family zone. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/fazio-endorsed-for-to-challenge-lamont-for-governor-joe-kelly-chairs-delegation-from-greenwich-at-state-convention-247964/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247964 2026-05-18T20:36:51+0000 greenwichfreepress "Our delegation included our endorsed gubernatorial candidate and State Senator Ryan Fazio, State Representatives Tina Courpas, Selectwoman Lauren Rabin, Town Clerk Jackie Budkins, BET member myself, Former State Representative Mike Bocchino, BOE member Paul Cappiali, and numerous other prominent Greenwich Republicans. Our delegation was united in all statewide votes." - Joe Kelly Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/meet-the-artists-art-in-the-park-returns-on-sunday-june-7-247976/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247976 2026-05-18T20:13:43+0000 greenwichfreepress Old Greenwich Merchants are again busy planning for next "Art in the Park" event, which is set for Sunday, June 7 in Binney Park in Old Greenwich from 10:00 am to 5:00pm. (Rain date is Sunday, June 14). Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/giving/second-annual-pat-bria-charity-golf-tournament-set-for-june-29-at-the-griff-247937/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247937 2026-05-18T19:00:08+0000 greenwichfreepress Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Pat Bria Scholarship Fund, established to honor the legacy of Coach Pat Bria and his lasting impact on the Greenwich community. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/ct-state-police-make-arrests-in-large-scale-illegal-gambling-and-cockfighting-event-247967/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247967 2026-05-18T17:36:58+0000 greenwichfreepress State police said that as a result of the search warrant execution, they made 100 in-custody arrests. Investigators seized approximately $90,000 in U.S. currency. The Connecticut Dept of Agriculture located 273 birds on the property of 55 Mountain Spring Rd. All 273 birds were euthanized due their deteriorated conditions. CT state police https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/cms-students-capstone-project-free-community-dance-class-247934/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247934 2026-05-18T10:17:25+0000 greenwichfreepress Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/giving/with-food-insecurity-rising-neighbors-help-stamp-out-hunger-247943/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247943 2026-05-18T9:59:41+0000 greenwichfreepress "Stamp Out Hunger is always a welcome boom to Neighbor to Neighbor’s food reserves, but this year the need is greater than ever. It may come as a surprise that even in a community as prosperous as Greenwich, more than 11% of residents face food insecurity – and that number is climbing. The rising costs of food, gas, and other everyday expenses, coupled with changes to eligibility for federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits, have led to a 13% increase in our clients since this time last year." - K Brent Hill, Executive Director of Neighbor to Neighbor Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/lifestyle/food-drink-restaurants/stamford-town-center-turns-up-the-fun-for-its-sixth-annual-summer-block-party-247895/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247895 2026-05-18T9:56:06+0000 greenwichfreepress All Restaurant Plaza establishments will participate with special menu items and food stations, offering attendees the opportunity to sample the best of Stamford's dining scene. From casual favorites to upscale offerings, the culinary experience promises something for every palate. The shopping center's pedestrian-friendly restaurant plaza features an assortment of fine dining and entertainment such as The Capital Grille, The New York Comedy Club, Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings, Puerto Vallarta, and Terra Gaucha. Screenshot