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After Greenwich Blight Review Board Hearing, Property Owner Told to Clean Up Immediately

The Blight Review Board hearing officer’s memorandum of decision found that the Town had established there was a nuisance and blight at the property at 93 Bruce Park Avenue, constituting an emergency, requiring immediate action to protect the public health, safety or welfare, and warrants that an appropriate member of the blight review board immediately act to correct or abate the emergency.

Parenting

70 Third Grade Girls Learn Empowerment Skills at the Junior League of Greenwich

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The Junior League of Greenwich hosted its annual Positively Me! program for the 19th year at the JLG headquarters. Because of its enormous interest with parents inquiring about it all year long, Positively Me! was held at the JLG headquarters for two weekends in February and March welcoming a total of 70 third grade girls from the local community. This beloved, intimate initiative is designed to boost confidence, encourage self-expression, and equip young girls with strategies to handle challenging situations — all while fostering new friendships and having fun. Continue Reading →

Giving

Greenwich Police Department Benefit Car Show Returns June 6, 2026

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Registration is now open for the 2026 Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund Benefit Car Show, which will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Town Hall, located at 101 Field Point Road in Greenwich. In the event of rain, the rain date will be Sunday, June 7, 2026. The popular community event will feature a wide array of classic, antique, custom, and exotic cars all on display in the heart of Greenwich. The car show is free for spectators and open to the public. The Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund invites car owners to sign up for early-bird pre-registration by May 29. Continue Reading →

Around Town

“Countdown to Summer” Wine Sampling Set for May 6 at Stone Bridge Wine & Spirits

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Greenwich Free Press and Stone Bridge Wine & Spirits (formerly LaBella’s Fine Wine & Spirits) are hosting a “Countdown to Summer” wine sampling event on Wed, May 6 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Peter Shah, owner of Cos Cob Wine & Spirits, took over the business about a year ago. GFP readers are invited to join GFP editor and readers to check out the store, enjoy some wine and cheese. The days are getting longer. It won’t be long until summer solstice (Sunday, June 21) so stop by Stone Bridge Wine & Spirits at the intersection of Sheephill and Valley in Riverside  – a scenic and historic area overlooking Mianus Pond. Continue Reading →

Food Drink Restaurants

For Greenwich Natives, Trish Catino & Mark Piro, Bagel Poppy on Hope St in Stamford is Also a Chance to Make a Bigger Impact on the World

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Bagel Poppy on Hope Street in Stamford is a dream come true for Greenwich natives Mark Piro and Trish Catino.  Having opened in December 2025, couple’s shop is known for fresh New York style bagels, custom whipped cream cheese spreads with a variety of mix-in options and craft coffee. Continue Reading →

Giving

Breast Cancer Alliance’s 5K for HOPE Returns May 3 with Goal of 800 Participants to Fund More Breast Cancer Screenings

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Breast Cancer Alliance’s 5K for HOPE takes place on Sunday morning, May 3, 2026, at Richards, at 359 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich. Every dollar raised from registration goes directly to BCA’s Screening and Diagnostic Grants, funding life-saving mammograms and ultrasounds for underserved communities across Connecticut and Westchester County, NY — no overhead, no dilution, just screenings that save lives. Continue Reading →