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Restoration Proposed after “Devastating” Unauthorized Cutting and Wetlands Violations

By: greenwichfreepress | 19 hours ago

A total of 186 trees over 4-inch DBH were removed; others were limbed, plus an unquantified amount of shrubs on Ashton Drive properties including Governor Lamont’s. Some tree cutting stemmed from trespass onto a neighbor’s forest. Police got involved when the neighbor’s property manager reported the trespassing.

Government

DiMarco & DeAngelo: We urge you to participate in DPW hearings on pedestrian & traffic safety

“Despite the denial by the BET of the appropriation of requested funds in the 2024-2025 Budget to develop a townwide Traffic and Pedestrian Safety Plan, DPW Deputy Commission Jim Michel has stated he will likely resubmit the request as an interim appropriation in June.” – Vin DiMarco and Bob DeAngelo

Around Town

GBC to Host Composting Workshop in Partnership with Waste Free Greenwich

Master composter Britta Calkosz and Tiana Santasiere will lead an interactive discussion at Greenwich Botanical Center on how compost is made, worms and their role in the process, as well as how to create your own indoor worm bin composter.

Police & Fire

Greenwich Hit and Run Driver Did Not Possess Driver’s License

The driver was charged with Evading Responsibility, DUI, Failure to Drive in Proper Lane, and Driving without a License.

More Headlines

Live Like Luke and Green & Clean Beach Cleanup is This Saturday, 9-1pm

Graffiti in Town Hall Garage Under Investigation

CT Dept of Transportation is Developing Plans to Resurface the Pavement on Route 15 in Greenwich

FEATURED

Camillo Awards “Griff” Golf Course Restaurant Concession to Deli Despite Being #2 Scorer on RFP

“The Town has a history of looking at the whole application, not just bid price. In 1991, I was part of Greenwich Recycling Company that bid on the Town recycling contract. We were outbid, but the Town went with us as we were all local guys who formed the company and also added some features that the top bidder did not.” – Fred Camillo

Around Town

Greenwich Library Launches a Community Survey to Track Satisfaction

By: greenwichfreepress | 21 hours ago

Greenwich Library has launched a Community Survey to examine the community’s usage and satisfaction with Library collections, services, and programs. Continue Reading →

Arts

The Alliance Française of Greenwich: 2024 Focus on French Cinema runs April 25 through May 5, 2024

By: greenwichfreepress | 23 hours ago

10+ Films in 10 Days – 10+ Films En Dix Jours. “Hybrid” French and Francophone Film Festival. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Driver Who Sped through Byram at over 85MPH Faces Multiple Charges

By: greenwichfreepress | 23 hours ago

Police eventually stopped the vehicle on I95, and the driver, who was showing signs of alcohol impairment, was determined to have a suspended license from a previous DUI arrest. Continue Reading →

Around Town

ICC’s Community-wide Celebration, HoliFest, Returns to Roger Sherman Baldwin Park on May 4

By: greenwichfreepress | April 23, 2024

The centerpiece of HoliFest 2024 is the color throw. Participants will receive several bags of color to throw and take part in a joyful and energetic celebration. The color is safe and non-toxic and made from high-quality cornstarch and food-grade colors. Following the Holi tradition of wearing white, those who register by April 19 are guaranteed a white t-shirt for the color throw. Continue Reading →

Government

Gas Leaf Blower Ban Take Effect May 24; Public Hearing Announced for Extended Time for Town Properties to Comply

By: greenwichfreepress | April 23, 2024

Electric leaf blowers are allowed and in fact encouraged. The restriction is on gas-powered leaf blowers only and, starting in 2025, people in violation could be subject to a fine of $100 for a first offense and $249 for subsequent offenses. Continue Reading →

Government

DPW Sewer Division Proposes to Replace Century-Old Pump Station and Eyesore Greenhouse Building

By: greenwichfreepress | April 22, 2024

At 98 Strickland Road the DPW Sewer Division is proposing to demolish the existing sanitary sewer pump station building and storage greenhouse and replace them with new buildings, albeit with the locations swapped. The project is being funded with ARPA Funds. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Multiple Charges for Dirt Bike Driver Who Engaged Greenwich Police in Pursuit

By: greenwichfreepress | April 22, 2024

Police attempted to stop the dirt bike, but the operator failed to comply with audible commands, sirens and emergency lights. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Loose Husky Dogs in Pemberwick Pounce on Poodle; Owner Climbs Over Fence for Safety

By: greenwichfreepress | April 22, 2024

A woman walking her Poodle on Sunday suffered minor scrapes and bruises but did not immediately report injuries to the Poodle. However, on Monday Greenwich Animal Control officer Suzanne Ondreicka said she had spoken to the Poodle owner, who reported that after a thorough inspection she discovered her dog suffered a puncture wound. Continue Reading →

Summer Camp

GFP 2024 Summer Camp Guide

By: greenwichfreepress | April 22, 2024

Welcome to the GFP summer 2024 camp guide. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

FINN: Let’s Keep Politics Out of Town Administrator’s Job

By: greenwichfreepress | April 21, 2024

“Since Mr. Branyan was selected for this important position in 2015 by former First Selectman Peter Tesei (which was a professional position as far back as the early 2000’s), he has served the last two Republican First Selectmen with distinction and not a hint of politics.” – Jim Finn Continue Reading →