https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Thu, 19 Nov 2020 02:31:56 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/from-a-rare-blue-lobster-to-a-parrot-who-knows-his-name-meet-the-newest-animals-on-exhibit-at-the-maritime-aquarium-252892/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=252892 2026-09-03T8:13:21+0000 greenwichfreepress Just in time for Labor Day weekend, guests can discover several animals that are new to Aquarium exhibits, along with the fascinating adaptations, favorite foods, and unique personalities that make them stand out. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/pz-watch-neighbors-voice-opposition-to-greenwich-mega-mansion-at-maple-and-park-253006/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=253006 2026-09-03T7:15:13+0000 greenwichfreepress "The proposed plan would put a garage for 40 cars, an art gallery, art studio, indoor pool, squash court, office and laundry room all below grade. Clearly this plan violates the POCD and should not be approved. If it were approved, imagine what could happen. Developers could buy and merge adjacent lots in small lot zones and use the generous FAR to change the character in a neighborhood and in our town." – Louisa Stone, former P&Z commission member Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/decicco-sons-announces-opening-of-new-greenwich-location-at-21-glenville-street-253019/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=253019 2026-09-02T17:11:44+0000 greenwichfreepress Located at 21 Glenville Street in the Glenville section of Greenwich, the approximately 20,000-square-foot market has transformed the former Stop & Shop space into a modern, full-service grocery destination reflecting DeCicco & Sons’ longstanding commitment to quality, service and community. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/greenwich-high-schools-fed-challenge-team-earns-national-recognition-253015/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=253015 2026-09-02T16:55:22+0000 greenwichfreepress GHS team consisted of juniors Alex Jackson, Jasper Wies, and Youhan Liang, and seniors Axel Persson, Boden Farmer, Gabriel Elezaj, Shaurya Singh, and Sylvester “Sly” Pecora.  Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/greenwich-non-profit-organization-announces-college-essay-workshops-252996/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=252996 2026-09-02T9:31:01+0000 greenwichfreepress Workshops will be held in person at The Reading Room and via Zoom. Students will learn how to avoid common mistakes when writing essays, get expert feedback on their ideas, perform in-class brainstorming and writing exercises, and review successful college admissions essays. They will leave the class with a first draft of their College Essay Common App personal statement. With only two months to go before the Early Decision and Early Action deadlines, students may be tempted to rely on AI, but they should understand that there are pitfalls. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/volunteering/greenwich-green-clean-announces-international-coastal-cleanup-at-greenwich-point-park-2-252993/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=252993 2026-09-02T9:15:14+0000 greenwichfreepress This global event invites the community to come together to protect our oceans and waterways by removing harmful non-biodegradable trash from our shoreline. beach cleanup 4 https://greenwichfreepress.com/dogs/proposed-dog-park-first-read-raises-concerns-about-loose-dogs-in-byram-park-252938/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=252938 2026-09-01T18:13:15+0000 greenwichfreepress Selectwoman Lauren Rabin asked where residents would park if the limited parking by the gatehouse is full. Mr. Siciliano said that seasonally, residents with a valid park pass can pass the gatehouse and find parking down by the beach. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/lifestyle/food-drink-restaurants/putnam-restaurant-on-greenwich-ave-to-reopen-this-week-252917/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=252917 2026-09-01T12:40:07+0000 greenwichfreepress outdoor dining, nodes, flowers, lights https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/giving/greenwich-affordable-housing-trust-fund-acknowledges-generous-gift-from-the-danish-american-club-252935/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=252935 2026-09-01T11:59:23+0000 greenwichfreepress This donation is the largest single gift to the Trust Fund to date and will provide significant resources to advance the work of the Trust Fund. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/historic-round-hill-landmark-changes-hands-after-111-years-of-strain-family-ownership-252930/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=252930 2026-09-01T11:51:41+0000 greenwichfreepress After 111 years of ownership by four generations of the Strain family, the Round Hill Store and Round Hill Service Station have been acquired by Chuck Royce and family, and the Brumberg family, all local residents, who have taken ownership of the property under the name of the Round Hill Preservation Society. Screenshot