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Greenwich School Board Tie Vote Means Motion to Extend Super’s Contract through 2029 Fails

By: greenwichfreepress | 3 hours ago

An action item at the end of Thursday’s school board meeting on extending the Superintendent’s contract ended in a tie vote, which meant the motion to extend failed. The vote came at the end of a long meeting, on the heels of the board’s 5-3 vote in favor of a bell to bell cell phone ban at the Greenwich High School.

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, May 11-15, 2026

63 Locust Street sold on May 11, 2026 for $6,750,000

Arts

Solo Exhibit Opening Announced for Lisa Cuscuna at Greenwich Art & Design

The exhibit opening is Thursday evening, June 18 from 6:00 to 8:00pm featuring artist is Lisa Cuscuna. Enjoy Art, Sips & Bites at Greenwich Art & Design, 7 East Putnam Avenue in Greenwich. Cuscuna is a landscape painter whose work delicately balances observation and imagination.

Arts

Hill House and GEMS Take to the Dance Floor in Dancing with the Stars-Inspired Event

Greenwich Emergency Medical Services and residents of Hill House senior residence community in Riverside paired up for a lively night of dancing on Saturday. The “Dancing with the Stars” inspired event was emceed by Nancy Gillian. Before the six contestants took to the dance floor, a special group of dancers got the party started with a silly dance.

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Arch Street Task Force Announces the First of Two Public Hearings

After Complaint, Greenwich P&Z Considers “Fabric Covered Structure” at Burning Tree Golf Course

Andrews: BOE and Superintendent Don’t Listen to Teacher/Student Feedback, Full Stop

FEATURED

Plans Proposed to Demolish & Reconstruct Historic Building at 2 Greenwich Ave, Plus 2 Adjacent Buildings

A pre-application has been submitted to the Town of Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission to demolish three existing structures: 2 Greenwich Avenue, 10 Greenwich Avenue, and 10–12 West Putnam Avenue, to consolidate the three contiguous parcels and construct a new mixed-use building containing ground-floor and below-grade retail, 14 residential apartments.

Real Estate

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, May 5-11, 2026

By: greenwichfreepress | June 14, 2026

41 Londonderry Drive sold on May 6, 2026 for $3,300,000 Continue Reading →

Around Town

Greenwich Police Dept’s 5th Annual Benefit Car Show Winners Announced

By: greenwichfreepress | June 13, 2026

“The Greenwich Police Department is proud to serve such a supportive community, and the Scholarship Fund helps ensure the children of our officers have the opportunity to pursue their academic goals. We are grateful to everyone who participated, sponsored, volunteered, and attended.” – Greenwich Police Chief Jim Heavey Continue Reading →

Around Town

Water Main Break Causing Little to No Water; Aquarion Estimates 6-8 Hours for Fix

By: greenwichfreepress | June 13, 2026

“We anticipate service to be restored in approximately 6 to 8 hours,” Aquarion said in the announcement Saturday morning. “Some customers may experience low pressure, no water, or discolored water as a result of work being done in the area.” Continue Reading →

Schools

YWCA Greenwich Announces Enrollment for the Steven & Alexandra Cohen Preschool Center

By: greenwichfreepress | June 13, 2026

Located on YWCA Greenwich’s campus, the preschool offers flexible scheduling options and a strong sense of community for children and families alike. Families interested in learning more are invited to get an exclusive first look at YWCA Greenwich’s beautiful new learning spaces during our “Come Play With Us!” event on Saturday, June 27, 2026. Enjoy hardhat tours of the new preschool classrooms, family-friendly activities, sweet treats, and the opportunity to meet our dedicated teachers while learning about enrollment for Fall 2026. Continue Reading →

Government

Proposal in Works for Redevelopment along North Water St in Byram

By: greenwichfreepress | June 12, 2026

A pre-application will soon be submitted to P&Z that will include a new three-story brick building, along with multiple renovated buildings on the block between Mill Street and Armonk. Work has begun on renovations that did not require P&Z approval. Continue Reading →

Schools

School Board Votes 5-3 to Direct Schools Chief to Proceed on “Bell-to-Bell” Cell Phone Ban at GHS

By: greenwichfreepress | June 12, 2026

“You can think of all of the lost hours, that all of us did have as teenagers, that this addictive device that has been designed by these tech companies to be addictive, has stolen. It’s time for us as a local community to say enough. No more Facebook. No more YouTube.” – Dr. Michael-Joseph Mercanti-Anthony, BOE chair Continue Reading →

Arts

GHS Theater Arts Dept Rounds Out a Year of Back-to-Back Productions

By: greenwichfreepress | June 12, 2026

“GHS Theater is truly my second home. I’m going to miss my GHS Theater family so much next year, and I can’t wait to come home to see their shows!” – Belle Nichol, GHS Class of 2026 Continue Reading →

Obituaries

Thomas Walter Fudale Sr, 91

By: greenwichfreepress | June 12, 2026

Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 18 at 10:00am at St. Paul Roman Catholic Church in Greenwich, CT. Continue Reading →

Weather

Greenwich Opens Cooling Centers; Heat Wave Set to Last through Weekend

By: greenwichfreepress | June 11, 2026

According to the National Weather Service, temperatures will be in the high 80’s and could well feel as though they are even hotter. There is a chance of thunderstorms on Thursday and Friday and due to the humidity, it is expected to feel very hot and dangerous outside. Continue Reading →

Government

Michael Mason Announces Candidacy for Connecticut’s 151st House District

By: greenwichfreepress | June 11, 2026

Veteran Greenwich Public Servant Says Hartford Must Listen More and Mandate Less. Continue Reading →