Greenwich Free Press https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Sat, 07 Apr 2018 18:50:15 +0000 en-us hourly 1 Unregistered Car Almost Runs Over Owner After He Leaves It in Neutral to Avoid Tow https://greenwichfreepress.com/police-fire/unregistered-car-almost-runs-over-owner-after-he-leaves-it-in-neutral-to-avoid-tow-255398/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255398 2026-10-17T10:04:36+0000 greenwichfreepress Police said a man with a suspended NY license was sleeping in an unregistered vehicle with the wrong plates. When police said it would be towed, the suspect tried to move it, but then got out and left it in neutral, at which point it rolled backward, almost running him over. Screenshot YMCA of Greenwich Invites Families to Halloween Fun Day on October 24 https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/holiday/ymca-of-greenwich-invites-families-to-halloween-fun-day-on-october-24-255433/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255433 2026-10-17T9:56:01+0000 greenwichfreepress Children and families are encouraged to come dressed in their favorite costumes and enjoy an afternoon of spooky fun in a welcoming community atmosphere. Goody bags will be provided to participating children. Screen Shot 2026-10-17 at 1.58.11 AM Local Physician to Pay $866K to Settle Fraud Allegations https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/local-physician-to-pay-866k-to-settle-fraud-allegations-255448/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255448 2026-10-17T9:47:42+0000 greenwichfreepress “Medical overbilling erodes public trust, wastes vital public resources, and is against the law. My office stands ready with our federal and state partners to take action against anyone who abuses the system." – Attorney General Tong Screen Shot 2021-09-19 at 3.43.49 PM Ferraro: Stand Up for Democracy. Vote for Jill Oberlander. https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/ferraro-stand-up-for-democracy-vote-for-jill-oberlander-255365/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255365 2026-10-17T9:41:22+0000 greenwichfreepress "I understand the national stakes can feel overwhelming. But our response and our responsibility begin close to home, with the representatives we choose and the standards we insist they uphold. State government matters. So does every vote." – Pam Ferraro, Glenville letter to the editor Dadakis: Oberlander’s Record on Local Zoning Should Concern Voters  https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/dadakis-oberlanders-record-on-local-zoning-should-concern-voters-255421/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255421 2026-10-17T9:30:06+0000 greenwichfreepress "Local control is the difference between a town that shapes its own future and one reshaped by Hartford mandates." – Ed Dadakis letter to the editor Camillo Designates Oct 17 as Greenwich Police Dept 130th Anniversary Day https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/camillo-designates-oct-17-as-greenwich-police-dept-130th-anniversary-day-255444/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255444 2026-10-17T7:59:31+0000 greenwichfreepress In 1896, the Town of Greenwich appointed paid watchmen to patrol stores along Greenwich Avenue, establishing the foundation of organized law enforcement in our community. Screenshot Julia Mason: My dad has spent decades showing up, listening, and working to make our town better https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/julia-mason-my-dad-has-spent-decades-showing-up-listening-and-working-to-make-our-town-better-255439/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255439 2026-10-17T7:51:15+0000 greenwichfreepress "To me, he's the dad who never missed a softball game or a school play. To Greenwich, he's someone who has spent decades showing up, listening, and working to make our town better." - Julia Mason Screen Shot 2026-10-17 at 7.44.13 AM LWV Greenwich Candidates Debate: Inflation, Affordability, Taxes, Reproductive Rights, Gun Safety https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/lwv-greenwich-candidates-debate-inflation-affordability-taxes-reproductive-rights-gun-safety-255373/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255373 2026-10-16T19:49:01+0000 greenwichfreepress Topics for the State Senate candidates included abortion and gun safety legislation. State Rep candidates talked about the high cost of living, taxes, affordability, and the state budget. Screen Shot 2026-10-16 at 8.12.05 AM Next Chapter of Athena Books is in Downtown Greenwich https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/next-chapter-of-athena-books-is-in-downtown-greenwich-255401/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255401 2026-10-15T20:14:18+0000 greenwichfreepress Athena Books will open at 68 Lewis Street in downtown Greenwich. Screen Shot 2026-10-15 at 11.51.02 AM Nearly 1,000 Runners Expected in Sunday’s Inaugural HSS Greenwich Half Marathon https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/sports/nearly-1000-runners-expected-in-sundays-inaugural-hss-greenwich-half-marathon-255418/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=255418 2026-10-15T18:47:16+0000 greenwichfreepress The race will start promptly at 7:30am First Selectman Fred Camillo will start the race, following a very special rendition of the National Anthem. road-runners