POLICE & FIRE:
Police Conclude Investigation Into “Kill Bob” Sign Outside RTC Office
The investigation into a sign reading “Kill Bob”, posted near the Greenwich Republican Town Committee office, has been concluded by police. Captain Mark Zuccerella of the Greenwich Police Department says that the GPD had received a complaint about the sign, and investigated the situation on Tuesday Morning. “The sign had nothing to do with any candidate for office or any other person,” Zuccerella stated in an email. “There is a martial arts studio next to the Greenwich RTC. The classes use a practice dummy the children named ‘Bob’. The sign, created by the children in the class, was posted on the fence for students to see when they are in class practicing.”
Greenwich Police Department to Accept Applications for Prospective Officers
The Greenwich Police Department has announced that it will be accepting applications from Connecticut POST Certified Police Officers, as well as certified out-of-state officers, and state troopers with a minimum of two years of experience. The GPD, in a recent Facebook post about the job listings, stated that “‘Service Above Self’ is more than just a motto”. They continued, “Greenwich police officers desire to serve and make a difference in their communities daily. Officers patrolling the roadways are the most visible part of the Greenwich Police Department and provide the best in public safety services to the citizens of Greenwich.” First Selectman Fred Camillo supplemented this announcement by speaking about the shortage of first responders during the Board of Selectmen meeting last Thursday.
Greenwich Firefighters Respond to Medical Cal on Sound Beach Ave
Last Saturday, the members of Greenwich Firefighters Engine 5 were alerted of a medical emergency on Sound Beach Avenue. Members were first on scene and provided medical attention to the patient before the arrival of GEMS. The patient was then transported by GEMS to Greenwich Hospital.
AROUND TOWN:
Camillo Urges Residents to be Careful on the Roads
On September 1st, Greenwich students will be returning to their schoolrooms. To get there, many will be driven, which means more car and bus activity on the roads. First Selectman Fred Camillo, in his weekly newsletter, made a point of reminding Greenwich residents to be more careful on the road as the school season begins. “I want to take this opportunity to remind drivers that it’s against the law to pass a school bus that is stopped and has engaged the flashing lights and stop signs,” Camillo said. The Connecticut state ‘stop arm’ law requires all drivers to halt their vehicles at least ten feet from the front or back of a school bus flashing its signal lights, and to remain there until the bus’ lights are no longer displayed. Any person found to be in violation of this law faces a $475 fine upon the first offense, followed by fines between $500 and $1,000 dollars, up to 30 days in jail, or all of the above.
Demolition Underway on Eastern Greenwich Civic Center
According to a recent update from the Greenwich Department of Public Works, demolition is in progress on the Eastern Greenwich Civic Center. The DPW stated that demolition is beginning on the south side of the building. The playground and tennis court will not be closed. DPW requests that residents use the dedicated path, avoiding a walk through the active construction site. Photo courtesy of @greenwichpublicworks on Instagram
Greenwich Department of Public Works Seeks Alternative Route for Greenway
The Greenwich Department of Public Works is currently looking for an alternative route for the town’s portion of the East Coast Greenway, a walking and biking route that spans over 3,000 miles from Maine to Florida. The Greenway is open to all non-motorized users for recreation. It includes several stops at points of interest along the length of the route.
The Rummage Room to Reopen September 6th
The Rummage Room, a second-hand shop maintained through the Women’s Fellowship of the First Congregational Church of Greenwich, will be celebrating its 58th year serving the Old Greenwich community with a reopening on Tuesday, September 6th, at 11:00 in the morning. The store closes every year for a few weeks in August, to reorganize and refurbish the building. The Rummage Room donates millions of dollars from its profits to charities across the country for families, women, and children.
Neighbor to Neighbor Opens New Food Pantry at the Cohen Center
A few days ago, Neighbor to Neighbor announced the opening of their new Food Pantry at the Cohen Center. From August 29th, Neighbor to Neighbor will be accepting clients to shop in the facility, which features wider aisles for better accessibility, and expanded refrigerator and freezer space, to accommodate more fresh food items.
Parks & Recreation Fireworks Displays
The 4th of July fireworks show which was rescheduled will be at Greenwich Point Park & Binney Park on Saturday, September 3rd. Binney Park will begin around 7:55pm and Tod’s Point at 8:20pm. The rain date for the display is Sunday, September 4th at only Tod’s Point with one show starting at 8pm which includes fireworks from both shows.
SCHOOLS:
Greenwich Board of Education Votes to Request Enhanced School Security
Last Monday night, the Greenwich Board of Education voted to lobby an interim appropriation request to enhance school security for the coming school year. The board, with seven votes in favor and one abstention, chose to request $1.4 million dollars be put into campus safety monitors, additional hardware, security cameras, and the mobilization of Greenwich Police patrol cars. In the end, final approval will have to be granted by the Greenwich Board of Estimate and Taxation, and the Representative Town Meeting.
Greenwich Country Day School Proposes New 54,000 Square Foot Athletic Center
A pre-application review has been submitted by Greenwich Country Day School to the town’s Planning & Zoning Commission for a new 54,000 square foot athletic center. A lot line revision is additionally required for the project to go forward. The pre-application process will allow for a non-binding conversation over the pros and cons of an application, prior to the development of plans, reports, and studies. The proposed project would take place on the school’s main K-8 campus, located on 401 Old Church Road.
Daniel Katz Named New District-Wide Program Coordinator
Dr. Toni Jones, the Greenwich Public Schools Superintendent, announced Monday that Daniel Katz had been named Special Education Program Coordinator for the district. Katz replaced Krystina Dawson, who recently left GPS to become the district’s mental health supervisor at Trumbull Public Schools.
SPORTS
Rocky Point Club Finishes Atop Club Standings at FCSL Diving Championships
Numerous outstanding dives were executed at the 2022 Fairfield County Swim League Diving Championships recently – an ultra-competitive event that saw Rocky Point Club of Old Greenwich finish atop the club standings. Rocky Point Club won the FCSL club diving title, using its depth to amass 329.5 points. Shorehaven Gold Club was second in the club standings with 199 points, followed by New Canaan Field Club (188), Newfield Swim & Tennis Club (128) and Greenwich’s Burning Tree Country Club (107). The FCSL Diving Championships included 24 clubs.
Greenwich High girls swim team primed to continue its championship legacy
The 2021 season couldn’t have gone any better for Greenwich High School’s girls swimming team, which captured the State Open, Class LL and FCIAC championships after registering a dominant, undefeated dual meet season.
Greenwich Academy field hockey team determined to make its mark against its competitive opponents
Competing for championships is a scenario the Greenwich Academy field hockey team has certainly become accustomed to over the years. For decades, Greenwich Academy has advanced to the championship game of the FAA Tournament and in recent seasons, the team has made a serious bid to capture the NEPSAC Class A title.
Brunswick, Greenwich football teams continue their preseason tradition
With the season rapidly approaching, the Brunswick School and Greenwich High School football teams gathered for another preseason meeting Tuesday in order to prepare themselves for the 2022 campaign and they indeed, got plenty of work in, while showing some positive signs.
