https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Wed, 20 Dec 2023 22:17:36 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/rain-doesnt-stop-the-music-greenwich-town-party-draws-crowds-for-15th-anniversary-event-248281/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248281 2026-05-24T18:50:37+0000 greenwichfreepress Despite the conditions, the overall mood was upbeat as crowds stayed engaged. The highly anticipated community event was headlined by Dave Matthews & Tim Reynolds and rock icon John Fogerty. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/lane-critchell-launches-job-platform-getsask-com-after-success-with-do-it-all-dudes-247956/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247956 2026-05-24T12:19:25+0000 greenwichfreepress "For students, the more you fill out your profile, more likely you'll be notified about jobs. There is a checklist. Students can upload a photo, where they go to school, what they're studying, past work and skills. I expect babysitting and sports lessons will be huge." – Lane Critchell, founder of Stask Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/league-of-women-voters-greenwich-to-host-recap-of-connecticuts-2026-legislative-session-248264/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248264 2026-05-24T11:45:29+0000 greenwichfreepress The event is on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at Burning Tree Country Club, 120 Perkins Road, Greenwich. Registration is required. IMG_0171 https://greenwichfreepress.com/opinion/talking-transportation-bring-your-bike-on-board-248185/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248185 2026-05-24T11:41:32+0000 greenwichfreepress Whatever your destination, always BYO (and wear) a helmet when operating on two wheels. And remember: E-bikes and scooters should use UL-certified batteries and never be charged aboard any vehicle or station. - Jim Cameron Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/obituaries/constantine-connie-peter-pappas-89-248278/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248278 2026-05-24T11:08:34+0000 greenwichfreepress A celebration of Connie’s life will be held at Stanwich Congregational Church on June 13 at 11:30am. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/health/commemoration-for-national-gun-violence-awareness-day-on-june-5-248118/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248118 2026-05-24T10:07:45+0000 greenwichfreepress Gun violence continues to be one of the leading causes of deaths of children and teens, and in Connecticut 151 people were killed in 2025. Screen Shot 2023-06-02 at 2.03.22 PM https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/friends-of-the-wallace-center-announce-friendraiser-happy-hour-248102/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248102 2026-05-24T9:27:26+0000 greenwichfreepress The Friends of the Wallace Center is happy to announce that its Friendraiser/Fundraiser Happy Hour at Caren’s Cos Cobber is back by popular demand. Please come be a “Best Friend” to the Wallace Center and enjoy a drink, appetizer specials,  great camaraderie and win fun door prizes. IMG_8479 https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/greenwich-police-scholarship-fund-announces-milestone-gala-on-oct-17-at-riverside-yacht-club-248123/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248123 2026-05-24T9:15:16+0000 greenwichfreepress The event will feature dinner, dancing, special tributes, and celebratory moments recognizing the Department’s rich history and longstanding contributions to Greenwich. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/summer-camp/code-ninjas-returns-with-another-summer-of-cool-enrichment__trashed-248143/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248143 2026-05-24T9:13:57+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/around-town/arts/greenwich-scholarship-association-benefit-concert-to-support-local-students-facing-rising-college-costs-248018/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=248018 2026-05-24T8:58:49+0000 greenwichfreepress The Greenwich Scholarship Association will be the beneficiary of the Woman’s Club of Greenwich’s Concert on the Lawn on Friday, June 5 — an evening dedicated to helping local students achieve a college education through need-based scholarships. Screenshot