https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Mon, 15 Sep 2025 14:25:41 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/1000-gather-for-india-cultural-centers-holifest-in-greenwich-247534/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247534 2026-05-06T9:03:35+0000 greenwichfreepress The event’s centerpiece, the massive color throw, filled the park with bursts of bright eco-friendly powder as participants launched colors into the air – and at each other – in a joyful display of community and celebration. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/raabe-the-rink-navigates-past-the-ice-berg-247549/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247549 2026-05-06T8:35:34+0000 greenwichfreepress "Ink spilled here recently on how the rink redevelopment project should enjoy an ocean view...It may not be a water view, but when that Zamboni floats past the glass it will be as majestic as any ship on the Sound." – Brian Raabe letter to the editor https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/ghs-safe-driving-day-expands-to-include-problem-gambling-and-mental-health-awareness-247473/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247473 2026-05-05T20:26:11+0000 greenwichfreepress The event included organizations that raise awareness of addiction including gambling, substance misuse, mental health and co-occurring disorders. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/finn-stuck-in-the-strait-of-mianus-247522/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247522 2026-05-05T16:59:03+0000 greenwichfreepress "BOE lawsuit. It has already cost the town $500,000 as of the end of March. The town attorney suggested that the legal bills could run as high as $25,000 per month. Twenty-four hours after the RTM BOC meeting, Fred filed another motion seeking to remove indemnification for only Democrats on the BOE, including one who is no longer there. How Trumpian. Pure retribution." - Jim Finn Jim Finn https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/greenwich-high-school-rugby-to-celebrate-40-years-on-saturday-247523/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247523 2026-05-05T13:40:14+0000 greenwichfreepress The tradition continues. Greenwich High School rugby program is celebrating 40 years with a day of rugby at Cardinal Stadium on Saturday, May 9. During halftime of the D1 game, there will be a tribute to alumni. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/countdown-to-summer-wine-sampling-set-for-may-at-stone-bridge-wine-spirits-247253/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247253 2026-05-05T10:35:43+0000 greenwichfreepress Greenwich Free Press and Stone Bridge Wine & Spirits (formerly LaBella's Fine Wine & Spirits) are hosting a "Countdown to Summer" wine sampling event on Wed, May 6 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/at-rtm-budget-overview-committee-frustration-over-legal-fees-heats-up-again-247456/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247456 2026-05-04T19:00:08+0000 greenwichfreepress As of the end of March, $192,644 in legal fees from the First Selectman have been paid out of the law department budget, and $304,002 in school board legal fees have been invoiced but not paid. The town attorney, who per town charter is the one to approve legal bills, has recused herself. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/obituaries/constantine-basil-filardi-95-247467/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247467 2026-05-04T14:03:31+0000 greenwichfreepress Graveside service will be held at Mount Calvary Cemetery in White Plains, New York Friday May 8 at 11:30 am. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/attorney-general-tong-files-brief-urging-supreme-court-to-stay-restrictions-on-mifepristone-247466/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247466 2026-05-04T14:02:49+0000 greenwichfreepress Earlier on Monday, the Supreme Court issued a temporary administrative stay until next Monday, allowing patients to continue to access mifepristone under the FDA requirements that have been in effect for years. hartford capital https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/the-annual-cos-cob-may-fair-returns-on-may-15-and-16-247423/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247423 2026-05-04T10:30:41+0000 greenwichfreepress The Cos Cob May Fair is Friday, May 15 from 3:45pm to 9:00pm and Saturday, May 16th from 3:00pm to 9:00pm at Cos Cob School. May Fair rides, including the super slide, ferris wheel, kids spinning teacups and fun house, are set-up on the Cos Cob School field. Screenshot