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Significant Site Disturbance Proposed for Backcountry Project

By: greenwichfreepress | August 23, 2026

The project site contains approximately 5.34 acres in the RA-4 zone. Construction of a new 7 bedroom House, Pool, Pool House & Tennis Court would involve clearing approximately 2.78 acres of all trees and shrubs.

Opinion

Talking Transportation: The Traffic Calming Illusion

“You’ve seen the bumper stickers: Slow down in town. They’re a nice thought. Completely useless, but nice.” – Jim Cameron

Government

Another Backcountry House Proposed for Demolition

The 8,188 sq ft single family house dates to 1910. It sold on Jan 22, 2026 for $7,500,000.

Sports

New Martial Arts Space in Greenwich, Fifth Element Academy Builds Community through Movement

What makes Fifth Element unique is a commitment to providing a supportive, high-level training experience for everyone, regardless of their starting point.

More Headlines

What to Know about 2026 Stamford Downtown Summer Restaurant Weeks

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, July 30-31, 2026

Next for the Wrecking Ball in Old Greenwich: Grandfathered 2-Family in Single-Family Zone

FEATURED

Six-Story Residential Development Submitted to Greenwich P&Z under CT’s 8-30g Affordable Housing Statute

The applicant, Putnam Green Holdings LLC, proposes an 8-30g development along W Putnam Ave, with an address of 7 and 9 Western Jr Highway. They want to demolish four existing multi family buildings, formally merge the two lots and build a six story multi family residential building over a two-level parking garage.

Obituaries

Maria Isabel “Isa” Marin, 70

By: greenwichfreepress | August 22, 2026

To honor Isa’s life, family and friends will gather on Monday 4:00 to 8:00pm at Coxe & Graziano Funeral Home Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, July 27-29, 2026

By: greenwichfreepress | August 22, 2026

20 Old Wagon Road sold on July 27, 2026 for $4,802,500 Continue Reading →

Transportation

Ct Dept of Transportation Releases Final Connecticut 2055 Long-Range Transportation Plan

By: greenwichfreepress | August 21, 2026

The Connecticut Department of Transportation on Friday published the Connecticut 2055 Long-Range Transportation Plan, a roadmap for the future of the state’s transportation system. Continue Reading →

Government

Greenwich Schools Announces: Connecticut School Nutrition Programs

By: greenwichfreepress | August 21, 2026

This week Greenwich Public Schools announced its policy for determining eligibility of children who may receive free or reduced-price meals served under the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) and School Breakfast Program (SBP), or free milk served under the Special Milk Program (SMP). Continue Reading →

Government

Greenwich Schools Announces Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) 2026-2027

By: greenwichfreepress | August 21, 2026

The Greenwich Public School announces its participation in the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) for school year 2026-27. All students enrolled at the schools listed below may participate in the breakfast and lunch program at no charge. Continue Reading →

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, July 23-24, 2026

By: greenwichfreepress | August 21, 2026

30 Meadowcroft Lane sold on July 24, 2026 for $14,600,000 Continue Reading →

Summer Camp

Code Ninjas Has Flexible Summer Options through September 9

By: greenwichfreepress | August 20, 2026

Kids don’t just “watch screens” – they build, create and problem-solve thrugh STEM • Robotics • 3D Printing • LEGO® Engineering • Game Design • AI • Minecraft • Drones • Building Cartoons & more. Continue Reading →

Arts

Local Author Nancy Thode Wins National Award for Biography of Literary Trailblazer Ann Head

By: greenwichfreepress | August 20, 2026

Local author Nancy Thode, longtime Greenwich resident now residing in Stamford, has recently been awarded a 2026 Silver IPPY Award in the annual Independent Publisher Book Awards, recognizing excellence in independent and self-published books. Continue Reading →

Obituaries

Rose DeVita, 91

By: greenwichfreepress | August 20, 2026

To honor Rose’s life, family and friends will gather on Monday, August 24th 4-8:00pm at COXE & GRAZIANO FUNERAL HOME 134 Hamilton Ave, Greenwich, 203-869-5968, where a service will take place Tuesday morning at 10:30. Entombment will follow at Putnam Cemetery. The DeVita family would like to thank the staff at Nathaniel Witherell for their loving care of Rose. Continue Reading →

Weather

Flood Watch in Effect for Greenwich, Aug 20-21

By: greenwichfreepress | August 20, 2026

Thursday afternoon through evening, heavy rainfall: 1.5–2.5 inches is possible in the Flood Watch area, with locally higher amounts. Continue Reading →