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YWCA Greenwich’s Harmony Project Hosts Annual Walk the Walk Against Domestic Violence on October 4
The event will take place on Sunday, October 4, at 9:00am at Bruce Park. This free, family-and pet-friendly one-mile walk is open to the entire community and aims to raise awareness about domestic violence and the free services available to survivors and their families.

Courtney Maum to Discuss Her Acclaimed Novel, Alan Opts Out at Dogwood Books
The conversation between two Greenwich Academy alumni promises local color, literary insight, and a lively look at a novel that holds a funny, affectionate mirror up to the town itself. Sharp, funny, and unexpectedly tender, the book has been optioned for an HBO series by the…

GHS Class of 1986 to Organize Collection for Neighbor to Neighbor Food Pantry at Homecoming Football Game
This year, the GHS class of 1986 is combining school spirit and community service by supporting Neighbor to Neighbor and its food pantry.

Laurel House Sound Steps 5K Walk/Run for Mental Health Recovery Set for Oct 17 at Cove Island Park
Laurel House, Inc is a 501 (c)(3) mental health services nonprofit organization located in Stamford helping individuals and their families achieve and sustain mental health recovery to lead fulfilling lives.

Greenwich Native Plans “Backyard-Style Ultra Marathon” to Benefit Street Dog Hero
Florio Tiramani expects to cover 50 to 70 miles over 12 hours to benefit Street Dog Hero. Supporters pledge per mile, and every dollar goes toward getting more dogs off the streets and into homes.
YWCA Greenwich Releases Statement on Cornell Rape Case
State Reps Meskers and Arzeno Announce DEEP Grant for Greenwich Trail Improvements
Greenwich has been awarded $122,250 through the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) to support improvements to the trails at Pomerance and Tuchman Parks.
Garavel SoNo Half Marathon and 5K

P&Z Rule on Increased Seating at Train Station Restaurant Space
The restaurant space is part of Greenwich Crossing, the $30 million mixed-use commercial and train station revitalization at 2–34 Railroad Avenue. The restaurant use was previously approved for 112 seats in 2023. The applicant has not been able to secure a lease with a nationally…

Man With Greenwich, Darien and Stamford Arrests Faces Up to 10 Years After Pleading Guilty to Illegal Reentry
Back on October 12, 2016, Greenwich Police arrested the man on a charge of assault third degree.

Fassuliotis: What Does “Winning” Actually Mean?
"When the next BOE vacancy occurs, will Greenwich know who has the authority to fill it and when?” – Karen Fassuliotis

Greenwich Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Toni Jones Reprises “Difference Makers” Honorees
Difference Maker award recipients are staff members who have made an overwhelming impact on the lives of others inside and outside of our classrooms. GPS honors one from each school and one from each district department that are considered “unsung heroes.”