https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Tue, 12 Nov 2024 15:00:54 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/giving/parkway-school-gives-back-parkway-cares-raises-funds-for-neighbor-to-neighbor-249700/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249700 2026-06-20T9:45:59+0000 greenwichfreepress When Principal Grandville asked the children to consider what it felt like when, for instance, they had missed lunch or had a late dinner, and many of them raised their hands, it lead to an explanation and discussion about food insecurity right here in Greenwich. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/greenwich-high-school-class-of-2026-a-great-flock-of-graduates-249635/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249635 2026-06-20T9:18:48+0000 greenwichfreepress "Use what you have been given. The education, the opportunities, the experiences, and go live your life. Create, dream and explore it. Just as ducklings must stop following and learn to soar on their own, we must stop waiting for someone else to show us the way." – Joell Molina Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/new-greenwich-united-way-needs-assessment-shows-mental-health-education-housing-remain-key-concerns-for-greenwich-249536/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249536 2026-06-20T8:56:07+0000 greenwichfreepress In line with the 2020 survey results, mental health services, early childhood education, and affordable housing were once again identified as the most critical needs by stakeholders and residents.   David Rabin https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/old-greenwich-school-celebrates-graduating-seniors-with-inaugural-parade-of-pride-249686/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249686 2026-06-20T6:53:00+0000 greenwichfreepress At the end of the parade route, graduating seniors returned to the plaza, where current 5th graders high-fived them as they exited the building. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/greenwich-schools-purchasing-dept-surplus-free-to-non-profits-surplus-for-sale-to-all-249684/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249684 2026-06-19T15:11:27+0000 greenwichfreepress At Central Middle School surplus will be free to Non Profits on June 25. Surplus will be for sale to all on June 26. Desks, chairs, file cabinets, etc. cms entrance https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/greenwichs-annual-sand-sculpture-festival-is-saturday-249677/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249677 2026-06-19T13:37:44+0000 greenwichfreepress Greenwich's Annual Sand Sculpture Contest is Saturday, June 20 from 9:00am to 12:00pm. According to the National Weather Service Saturday will be sunny with a high of 81°. Sandblast sand sculpture contest 2015 at Greenwich Point. Credit: Leslie Yager https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/transportation/ct-dept-of-transportation-overnight-lane-closures-for-bridge-deck-replacements-include-greenwich-249675/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249675 2026-06-19T13:28:31+0000 greenwichfreepress Motorists can expect lane closures starting Monday, June 22, 2026 including Route 15 between Exit 4 (formerly exit 29 Lake Avenue) and the New York State Line in Greenwich from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday - Friday. merritt parkway https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/george-washington-inaugural-bible-comes-to-greenwich-247844/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=247844 2026-06-19T12:06:43+0000 greenwichfreepress In honor of America’s 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the George Washington Inaugural Bible will be displayed at the Greenwich Library [Jewel Room] from 11:00am until 3:00pm. The event is thanks to the efforts of Acacia Lodge No. 85, A.F. & A.M.— the Masonic lodge of Greenwich. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/obituaries/ruth-p-wilson-108-beloved-former-kindergarten-teacher-249630/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249630 2026-06-19T9:11:18+0000 greenwichfreepress Visitation will be held at Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, 31 Arch St, Greenwich, Connecticut 06830, on June 28, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm. A Memorial Service will be held at Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home, 31 Arch Street, Greenwich, CT 06830 on June 29, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. Screenshot https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/special-education-and-student-support-services-staff-surveyed-by-greenwich-teachers-union-249619/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=249619 2026-06-19T8:25:43+0000 greenwichfreepress "Among the most troubling findings, 77.5% of respondents reported that they do not feel safe from retaliation in the workplace. More than 83% indicated that when they raise concerns affecting students or their professional responsibilities, they do not feel heard or believe meaningful action is taken. These findings were accompanied by dozens of written comments describing fear of repercussions for advocating for students, expressing professional opinions, or raising concerns about district practices." – GEA GEA