https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Mon, 10 Jun 2024 22:30:26 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/giving/gofundme-launched-to-honor-life-of-fred-smith-morton-ghs-security-guard-and-coach-244901/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244901 2026-03-11T13:02:13+0000 greenwichfreepress Fred was a dedicated security guard at Greenwich High School, a supervisor at the Boys and Girls Club in Stamford, and an employee of the Stamford YMCA. Fred's daughters, Jualéa and Jazmén, have created a GoFundMe fundraiser for help as they navigate the heartbreaking loss of their father and face the financial responsibilities that come with funeral arrangements and other unexpected expenses. Screen Shot 2026-03-11 at 11.53.58 AM https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/ct-attorney-general-sues-trump-administration-to-stop-unlawful-data-demand-to-colleges-and-universities-244916/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244916 2026-03-11T12:39:35+0000 greenwichfreepress “These data demands have nothing to do with fairness or the law. This is more of Donald Trump and Linda McMahon’s scorched earth crusade to give kids with backgrounds they like and prefer an advantage in elite college admissions. These surveys are methodologically useless and inappropriately invasive. We’re suing to protect student privacy and the integrity of our college admissions systems." - Attorney General Tong. william tong https://greenwichfreepress.com/lifestyle/food-drink-restaurants/green-tonic-announces-free-coffee-weekends-chance-to-win-tix-to-see-pete-davidson-new-menu-244854/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244854 2026-03-11T11:01:15+0000 greenwichfreepress Guests who make a purchase can enjoy a complimentary coffee every Saturday and Sunday until 12:00 p.m. Green & Tonic’s new menu is available now at all locations. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/ct-man-sentenced-to-57-months-in-prison-for-fraudulently-collecting-social-security-unemployment-food-stamp-benefits-244872/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244872 2026-03-11T9:35:05+0000 greenwichfreepress In September 2025, while released on bond and awaiting sentencing, Santiago staged his and his daughter’s drowning in the Connecticut River and attempted to flee. Hartford Police located Santiago and his daughter in Hartford on September 20, 2025. Santiago has been detained since that date. Deirdre M. Daly, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut - Greenwich Free Press https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/97-havemeyer-place-subdivision-approved-for-two-lots-and-15-open-space-244628/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244628 2026-03-10T20:35:21+0000 greenwichfreepress The P&Z commission had concerns about the high degree of site disturbance and removal of ledge. The final subdivision will create two rear lots of 9600 and 7500 sq ft, with 3600 sq ft of open space - approximately 15% as required. One lot will be developed with a 2-family residence, and Lot 2 will be developed with a single family residence. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/ct-comptroller-to-talk-about-medicare-and-medicaid-at-greenwich-town-hall-on-wednesday-244850/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244850 2026-03-10T20:03:26+0000 greenwichfreepress Scanlon will discuss how federal policy decisions can affect Connecticut seniors, people with disabilities, and families who rely on these programs and what that could mean for coverage, costs, and access to care. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/launch-of-from-yards-to-parks-understanding-and-managing-invasive-species-lecture-series-244804/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244804 2026-03-10T9:43:58+0000 greenwichfreepress The series will begin with a presentation by Peter Picone, Wildlife Biologist with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection on Wednesday, March 25 from 7:00 to 8:00pm at the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/behind-the-scenes-of-candlelight-at-ghs-building-a-department-wide-performance-244777/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244777 2026-03-09T19:20:59+0000 greenwichfreepress Teachers said one of Candlelight’s primary challenges is alignment across classes that are normally taught separately. Choir, band, orchestra, and music production students rehearse on different schedules, with different ensemble sizes and performance norms. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/obituaries/ralph-stephen-soule-80-244814/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244814 2026-03-09T18:28:02+0000 greenwichfreepress In his memory, gifts to either Greenwich Reform Synagogue or Jewish Family Services of Greenwich are gratefully accepted. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/central-middle-school-open-enrollment-for-2026-2027-more-spots-available-244810/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=244810 2026-03-09T17:14:59+0000 greenwichfreepress The info session (Youtube link in story) gives an idea of what the new building will look like and what makes Central Middle School a unique community. Screenshot