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From this initial pool of 27 candidates, the Board of Education identified five semifinalists who were interviewed by the BOE in March. The BOE conducted in-person interviews with the finalists earlier this month.
“Though Gookool was sentenced to 8 years imprisonment for his 2018 conviction, he served just over 2 years of that sentence because the rest was suspended. This left him inadequately punished and totally undeterred, repeating the same conduct with multiple victims not only after his release but while still on probation for it.” – First Assistant US Attorney John A. Sarcone III
Greenwich Schools announced Greenwich High School honor roll and high honor roll for Marking Period 3. Full time students are eligible for Honors and High Honors status based upon their quarterly Grade Point Average. Students with GPA’s of 3.6-3.9 are named to the Honor Roll.
On on April 17 police patrol units responded to the area of Indian Point Lane around 5:00pm on a report of a motor vehicle theft in progress.
On Friday a group of former 7th and 8th grader basketball players from what was the Catholic Middle School League reminisced about their win in the New England State Championship in 1976. The reunion was moving, with some former players traveling as far as from Minnesota, Maryland and Florida. The group honored coaches Peter Borchetta and David D’Andrea, sharing a slice of Greenwich’s history.
An Exclusive Intimate Concert with World-Renowned Cellist to Benefit PROJECT MUSIC, a nonprofit organization committed to providing high- quality music education and performance opportunities to youth, regardless of financial means. Continue Reading →
The proposal for 49 Brookside submitted under the town’s 6-110 regulation to encourage workforce housing. One of the 9 units would be below market. Continue Reading →
The brand is reopening its Cos Cob location on Tuesday, April 28 following a renovation, introducing a new salad bar – added in response to strong customer demand – alongside a refreshed in-store experience. To celebrate, Green & Tonic is offering $1 salads from 12–2:00pm, giving guests the chance to build their own bowl and experience the new offering firsthand. Continue Reading →
New collaboration at Camp Seton increases access to affordable childcare, outdoor learning, and youth leadership opportunities Continue Reading →
On Friday, May 1, a Memorial Funeral Mass will be held at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 178 Greenwich Avenue, at 10:00am, followed by an interment at St. Mary’s/Putnam Cemetery, 35 Parsonage Road, Greenwich CT. A reception will follow at the Greenwich Boat and Yacht Club, 9 Grass Island Road, Greenwich, at approximately 12:00 – 3:00pm. Continue Reading →
This drop-in event invites the community to explore simple, meaningful ways to care for their mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being—no appointments needed. Continue Reading →
Greenwich is gearing up for Household Hazardous Waste Day on Saturday May 2, from 8:00am to 1:00pm in the Island Beach Parking lot. Residents display your Holly Hill hang tag permit if you have one. Alternately, show your driver’s license with Greenwich address. Continue Reading →
With plants galore, gardening accessories, cut flowers and much-anticipated Plant of the Year, the bustling market is the best way to start summer gardens, while supporting GBC and its mission to connect people of all ages with plants and nature. There will be three speakers to educate the crowd on roses, container gardens and new annuals. Continue Reading →
Keynote speaker Ali Morgan, DEI practitioner and education coach, emphasized that “the talk” with children about inclusion and navigating racism is not a one-time perfect conversation, but rather a series of moments.
“It’s a question at the dinner table, or in the car. It’s a comment after school, or a moment of confusion or discomfort…How we respond in those moments is ultimately what matters.” Continue Reading →
The Friends of Binney Park is hosting a volunteer work day on Saturday, May 2 from 9:30am to 12:00pm at Helen Binney Kitchel Natural Park. This section of Binney Park is located across from the Perrot Memorial Library along Harding Road. The rain date for the event is May 9. All are welcome to come help.
“We will plant native plants, clear out invasive ones around our new Holly Grove, and mark some trails,” says organizer Diana Klingner. Continue Reading →