https://greenwichfreepress.com Latest News from Greenwich CT Mon, 15 Aug 2022 14:18:02 +0000 en-us hourly 1 https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/254897-254897/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=254897 2026-10-05T12:54:18+0000 greenwichfreepress "Longer repayment periods can ease the immediate burden on taxpayers and accommodate more capital spending sooner. Shorter repayment periods, however, reduce total interest costs by repaying principal sooner and by generally obtaining lower borrowing rates." – Andy Duus letter to the editor https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/giving/photos-danas-angels-research-trust-fundraising-walk-at-tods-point-benefits-from-sunshine-and-a-great-turnout-254737/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=254737 2026-10-05T12:49:34+0000 greenwichfreepress The two-mile walk at Tod's Point brought together families, friends and supporters of all ages to raise critical funds for NPC research and treatments. Screen Shot 2026-10-05 at 10.06.07 AM https://greenwichfreepress.com/around-town/arts/refunds-offered-for-fundraiser-after-library-event-canceled-at-last-minute-254811/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=254811 2026-10-05T12:12:36+0000 greenwichfreepress On Saturday, library director Joe Williams; president of the board of trustees of Greenwich Library; Ian Murray, and chairman of the Friends of Greenwich Library, Hilary Martin Lea wrote to library guests and supporters saying the event had been canceled at the last minute following a determination by the Greenwich Fire Marshal that the permit that had been submitted was not acceptable. Greenwich library sign https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/panel-discussion-how-other-towns-are-saving-money-on-renewables-254741/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=254741 2026-10-05T11:09:46+0000 greenwichfreepress On Thursday, October 8, the Greenwich Conservation Department will host “How Other Towns Are Saving Money on Renewables,” a panel discussion moderated by Beth Evans, Director of Environmental Affairs for the Town of Greenwich. First Selectman Fred Camillo will provide introductory remarks. Screen Shot 2026-10-05 at 11.08.13 AM https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/healing-touch-team-brings-biofield-therapy-to-greenwich-high-school-254839/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=254839 2026-10-05T9:26:13+0000 greenwichfreepress Five Healing Touch practitioners provided individual sessions to 64 students. Students were invited to take a quiet break from the busy school day and experience a gentle, non-invasive approach designed to support relaxation and well-being. healing touch https://greenwichfreepress.com/health/healing-touch-team-supports-parents-of-premature-babies-254835/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=254835 2026-10-05T9:05:52+0000 greenwichfreepress The Healing Touch Team recently partnered with The Tiny Miracles Foundation to offer complimentary biofield therapy sessions to parents of premature babies at the Salt Cave of Darien. Screen Shot 2026-10-04 at 5.05.43 PM https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/foyle-politics-needs-more-pragmatism-253388/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=253388 2026-10-05T9:01:02+0000 greenwichfreepress "In her roles as chair of Greenwich’s Board of Estimate and Taxation (BET), on the Board of Selectmen, and now on the Representative Town Meeting (RTM), Jill has demonstrated rational assessment, sound judgement, and a willingness to work conscientiously with those who may not always agree with her.  We need these qualities in our leaders today more than ever." – JoAnna Foyle letter to the editor https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/cincotta-joe-kelly-will-bring-a-common-sense-approach-to-building-consensus-254145/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=254145 2026-10-05T9:00:11+0000 greenwichfreepress "Whether it is local control over planning and zoning, acting with fiscal discipline or addressing our crippling electric rates, Hartford needs Joe’s common sense approach to building consensus." - Jerry Cincotta letter to the editor https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/business/freaky-summer-weather-for-arch-in-blooms-popular-pumpkins-pints-celebration-254844/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=254844 2026-10-04T20:24:16+0000 greenwichfreepress The displays can be enjoyed through Halloween along with colorful fall plants, pumpkins, gourds and gifts in the retail store including tarot cards, Venus fly traps and candles. Screen Shot 2026-10-04 at 7.43.57 PM https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/lots-of-community-support-for-new-operators-at-former-kelsey-farm-253983/ https://greenwichfreepress.com/?p=253983 2026-10-04T16:24:41+0000 greenwichfreepress In discussion about the number of horses allowed on the property, based on today's feeding standards the CT Dept of Agriculture advises that strict square-footage or acreage caps per animal are outdated. Screen Shot 2026-10-02 at 8.46.32 AM