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First Day at GHS Marked by Student Arrest on East Putnam Ave

By: greenwichfreepress | 9 hours ago

The motorcycle was impounded, and the operator was transported to Greenwich Police Headquarters for further investigation and processing. A female passenger was released without incident.

John Andrew passed away at the age of 81 on July 4, 2026, at his home in
Byram, CT, the area of Greenwich where he was born and had lived his entire life. He graduated from Greenwich High School in 1962 and had a career in electronics engineering. He was predeceased by his father John Gordon Andrew and mother Ruth Louise Loew Andrew.

Schools

Abilis Announces Fun New Classes for Babies to Pre-K Announced for this Fall

Families with babies and young children throughout Fairfield County now have some fun new Parent/Child Classes to participate in this fall.

Business

Inaugural Half Marathon through Village of Old Greenwich Okayed; Concerns of Merchants, Residents Considered

Greenwich Selectmen approved a one way traffic restriction for a half marathon through the village of Old Greenwich and along residential streets. Organizers promised a GEMS presence, 17 off duty police and 150 volunteers to oversee traffic, parking and runner safety.

More Headlines

Up to the Minute Greenwich Property Transfers, Aug 3-5, 2026

Greenwich Utility Company Forum to Feature Eversource, CNG & Aquarion

9th Annual DART to the Finish Charity Walk Set for Saturday, Oct 3 at Tod’s Point

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.

Around Town

Greenwich Land Trust Celebrates 50 Years of Protecting Greenwich’s Natural Heritage

By: greenwichfreepress | August 27, 2026

Protecting more than 1,000 acres across 82 preserves, a local conservation organization celebrates five decades of protecting the places that define the character of our community. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Heavey: LPRs, Flock Cameras, and What’s All the Noise About?

By: greenwichfreepress | August 27, 2026

utomated license plate readers, or LPRs, are in fact an extremely valuable tool for law enforcement, and it’s time to clear up some of the misinformation surrounding them. – Greenwich Police Chief James Heavey Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police Arrest Another Chinese Organized Criminal Group Suspect

By: greenwichfreepress | August 27, 2026

Based on the totality of circumstances, including the suspect’s behavior, method of payment, geographic origin, use of multiple cards, presence of a second phone and known Chinese Organized Criminal Group methods – investigators established probable cause. Continue Reading →

Government

Lamont, Blumenthal, Himes Issue Statements on ICE Activity in Connecticut

By: greenwichfreepress | August 26, 2026

““Let me be clear: Connecticut does not want, nor do we need, the type of presence ICE has had in our state this week. Connecticut has some of the lowest crime rates in the country, thanks to the excellent work our state and local police do to keep violent criminals off our streets. Rounding up people at random to fill a quota does not lower crime. It traumatizes families and communities.” – Governor Ned Lamont Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich’s Speed Camera Program Could Resume at End of September

By: greenwichfreepress | August 26, 2026

Chief Heavey said that when the program resumes, it will begin again with a warning period. Continue Reading →

Letter to the Editor

Effros: Prohibited GHS Stadium Lights Off-Season Storage

By: greenwichfreepress | August 26, 2026

Three stadium lights at Greenwich High School were moved to the lowered maintenance position on June 26, 2026, and one stadium light was moved to the lowered maintenance position on June 29, 2026. They all remain in the lowered maintenance position to this day, notwithstanding posted notices prohibiting leaving them lowered. Continue Reading →

Business

CT Attorney General Tong Announces Landmark $17.1 Billion Multistate Settlement with Meta

By: greenwichfreepress | August 26, 2026

This is the largest state settlement with a single defendant in history. Connecticut to receive up to $265.4 Million. Continue Reading →

Government

Representative Town Meeting, RTM, Vacancy in Old Greenwich

By: greenwichfreepress | August 26, 2026

The Representative Town Meeting, Greenwich’s legislative body, has a vacancy to fill in District 6, Old Greenwich. Continue Reading →

Police & Fire

Greenwich Police: Know When You Need to Stop for a School Bus

By: greenwichfreepress | August 26, 2026

Know the law. Stop for school buses. Help keep our students safe. Continue Reading →

Government

DPW Update Timeline for Completion of North Street Bridge Project

By: greenwichfreepress | August 25, 2026

On August 28, North Street will reopen to traffic. As construction continues, motorists should expect alternating one-way traffic and temporary traffic disruptions during the workday. Police and/or flaggers will direct traffic when necessary. Continue Reading →