Greenwich Free Press

07/28/2024

GPD arrest report...

Police made the arrest in the area of Benedict Place and the suspect was charged with Illegal Operation of Motor Vehicle Under Suspension/Alcohol.

07/28/2024

I lover the FAQs at the The Kneaded Bread. And the very last one is my favorite. 2020 is the year I started driving to Port Chester and continue to return going on 24 years because of Fernando's smiling face. And the bread, coffee, soup, salads – all amazing.

07/28/2024

"Grass fields offer numerous benefits, including positive impacts on the climate and overall environment. Unlike artificial turf, which contains toxins and plastics that can harm wildlife, especially birds, grass fields support a healthier ecosystem." – Matthew Gladstein ,Greenwich 9th grader and member of Boy Scout Troop 35 working on his communications badge

Greenwich Free Press (https://greenwichfreepress.com/letter-to-the-editor/letter-play-it-safe-ban-artificial-turf-in-favor-of-more-environmentally-friendly-options-219804/)

07/28/2024

25 Hassake Road in Old Greenwich.

07/27/2024

The First Lutheran Church had a variance on parking but their attendance dwindled. Eighty (80) spaces would be required under today’s regulations based on a seating capacity of 238 seats. P&Z noted Chabad will likely be will attended, so their initial feedback was 3 words: parking, parking parking.

The initial feedback of the P&Z commission focused on parking. The First Lutheran Church had received a parking variance from the Zoning Board of Appeals back in 1957. There are approximately 20 spaces today. Eighty (80) spaces would be required under today’s regulations based on a seating capacit...

07/26/2024

We extend our condolences to the family and friends of John Lagano. To honor his life, family and friends will gather on Sunday, July 28 from 2:00-6:00pm at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home in Greenwich.

To honor his life, family and friends will gather on Sunday, July 28 from 2:00-6:00pm at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home, 134 Hamilton Ave. Greenwich, CT. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11am on Monday, July 29 at Sacred Heart Church in Greenwich, followed by entombment at St. Mary’s...

07/26/2024

From town hall....

07/26/2024

There is a significant feral cat problem in Old Greenwich.

Feral cats are unsocialized, wild cats that congregate in colonies and reproduce at an alarming rate.

07/25/2024

An RFP to redevelop the Havemeyer building was issued Wednesday. Step inside the historic former school that has been home to the school district administration for 76 years.

Greenwich Free Press (https://greenwichfreepress.com/news/government/rfp-issued-for-redevelopment-of-greenwichs-historic-havemeyer-building-home-to-schools-administration-219657/)

07/25/2024

From town hall...

07/24/2024

The P&Z commission approved a very large restaurant at the top of Greenwich Avenue. All the conditions emphasized getting patrons to take advantage of the parking garage at Pickwick Plaza, which is complimentary. The vote was 4-1 with Nick Macri voting against the motion to approve.

The 210 seat restaurant will include 60 outdoor seasonal dining seats, and 150 indoor dining seats which include 10 at the bar, plus 8 at a seafood counter. Through wayfinding signage, marketing, advertising and event invites, the patrons will strongly be encouraged to use the free underground garag...

07/24/2024

We are so sorry for the loss of Roy Brown and offer our most sincere condolences to all the Brown family and friends.

Roy strived to always educate himself and stressed the importance of education to his children and grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to Greenwich Scholarship Association.

07/23/2024

Several people asked what the steps are, following the resignation of the BOE chair who relocated to Redding. The answers are in BOE policy, town charter and CGS statute. For starters, the existing BOE members (4 D's and 3 R's) will interview Republican candidates and take a public vote.

The public school community is speculating who might fill her shoes and who gets to pick? Also, who will be the next chair and when will that vote take place?

07/23/2024

On Monday First Selectman Fred Camillo announced the hiring of Kathleen Buch as the new Town Administrator and COO – effective Sept 23. Welcome to Greenwich.

Ms Buch is currently the Town Administrator of the Town of Darien.

07/22/2024

The League of Women Voters Greenwich legislative wrap-up was very informational, with State Reps Meskers, Khanna and Arzeno joined by State Senator Ryan Fazio.

During a gathering at Burning Tree Country Club organized by the League of Women Voters Greenwich, State Senator Ryan Fazio (R-36), and State Reps - Rachel Khanna (D-149), Stephen Meskers (D-150) and Hector Arzeno (D-151) provided an overview of the past legislative session and a view to next year.

07/22/2024

The "up to the minute".... you know what, were removed by FB. Again. But they are on the home page if you wish to read them.

07/22/2024

Greenwich Police charged a local woman with Criminal Damage to Property 1st degree, a class D felony for an incident that took place in the area of Dwight Lane.

Criminal Damage to Property 1st degree is a class D felony.

07/22/2024

The Red Cross asks you to consider donating blood on Aug 5. Use this link to make an appointment https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/404

07/21/2024

Some nice photos from Gary Silberberg of the drone light show last night.

On Saturday the night skies over the Indian Harbor Yacht Club were buzzing with drones in a celestial display that was part of the club's 135th anniversary celebration.

07/21/2024

The area of these 3 intersections came up during the DPW input sessions. The one at Prospect and Railroad Ave is a real challenge for pedestrians. Pictured below is the intersection of Horseneck and Field Point.

The state grants are intended to improve transportation accessibility and safety. They are being awarded through CTDOT’s Community Connectivity Grant Program. Municipalities are expected to complete the project within three years.

07/21/2024

So excited for the Off-Beat Players production of Rock of Ages, teen edition Aug 1-3. At the fundraiser bake sale outside Vineyard Vines, the treats were amazing!

07/20/2024

The chair of the Greenwich Board of Education notified the superintendent, fellow board members and the town clerk Friday afternoon that she resigned, effective immediately.

Greenwich Free Press (https://greenwichfreepress.com/schools/greenwich-board-of-education-chair-resigns-citing-out-of-town-move-219500/)

07/20/2024

To accommodate its continued growth, Family Centers has announced the purchase of a building at 986 Bedford St in Stamford. Congratulations!

The 18,600 square foot building is more than twice the size of Family Centers’ current offices at 60 Palmer Hill Road, and will house a large portion of its human service, education and mental health programs.

07/19/2024

If you go to the beach or shopping on the Ave tomorrow make a mental note to stop at the Off-Beat Players bake sale at either location. They are performing Rock of Ages on Aug 1-3. It's always a great show.

Off-Beat Players members bake sale on Saturday, July 20 from 11:00am to 3:00pm, will take place at two locations: Vineyard Vines at 145 Greenwich Avenue and at 3 Tod’s Driftway just before the entrance to Tod’s Point.

07/19/2024

Tour de Veggie 2024! If you want your ticket mailed, please order it today - otherwise you can pick it up at Greenwich Land Trust Greenwich Land Trust on the day of the event.

There are 8 spectacular vegetable gardens to see and get ideas for your own gardens.

07/19/2024

This is a new YWCA Greenwich initiative. Tomorrow/July 20 is the deadline to apply to this civic engagement training program for young women ages 16 – 20.

Greenwich welcomes applicants who identify as women, from all backgrounds, and are passionate about civic engagement and equity. Young women of color are strongly encouraged to apply. Lunch and refreshments will be provided as well as a $150 award to each participant.

07/19/2024

The Best Friends Animal Society has an admirable mission. They're having a pop up adoption event on Saturday and Sunday in Brooklyn. We actually have a lot of readers in Brooklyn, but if you're from Greenwich and thinking of adopting a rescue, it's not far.

“Roughly 7 million people in America are planning to acquire a pet this year, and if just 6 percent more people chose to adopt versus purchase their pets, we would end the killing of dogs and cats in our nation’s shelters,” said Julie Castle, CEO, Best Friends Animal Society.

07/19/2024

Information from the Assessor's office at Greenwich Town Hall...

15 Meadowcroft Lane sold on June 28, 2024 for $19,250,000.

07/19/2024

J Michael Cline was a successful, well known entrepreneur who founded Fandango and many other businesses. He also started a non profit to save wild tigers and threw in some humor on his LinkedIn page about his very first job. We're very sorry for his family and friends.

Cline had a home in back country Greenwich. Police reported his resided in Palm Beach, Florida.

07/19/2024

In Cos Cob, we interviewed Tod Laudonia who is running for State Rep in the 151st district. His campaign will emphasize "common sense," small governmentl, keeping taxes low, and local control. He served on the RTM for 16 years and was elected the town's tax collector for four 2-year terms.

The Republican candidate for State Representative in the 151st district in November is Tod Laudonia, a longtime Cos Cob resident. He will challenge Democrat Hector Arzeno who is running for a second term. Laudonia, who said he will not be taking the funding from the Citizens’ Election Program, not...