POLICE & FIRE
Local Firefighters Save Two Lives
At last night’s GEMs awards ceremony, Greenwich Fire Department Engines 4 and 8 were recognized for their response to a motor vehicle accident. They worked alongside the Greenwich Police Department and GEMs medical teams to rescue two occupants. Both individuals survived.
Town Welcomes Three New Firefighters
Three recruits—Patrick Conway, John Yish, and Joseph Eannotti—graduated from Connecticut Fire Academy Class 75. Their in-house training with the Greenwich Fire Department begins tomorrow. Patrick Conway received the Instructors’ Award.
Thomas Lenart Named Assistant Chief
The Greenwich Board of Selectmen unanimously appointed Thomas Lenart Jr. as the town’s new assistant fire chief. Lenart has over three decades of firefighting experience, including leadership roles in both Derby and Greenwich. He will officially begin the position in the coming weeks.
FROM TOWN HALL
Greenwich Volunteers Bolster Blood Reserves
Greenwich will hold a blood drive on June 2 from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Reform Synagogue to help address the ongoing national blood shortage. Appointments are preferred but walk-ins may be accepted if space permits. To schedule, visit the provided link or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.
AROUND TOWN
Greenwich Celebrates Pride Flag Raising
Greenwich Pride will take place at Town Hall on June 1, with a flag-raising ceremony beginning at 1 p.m. The privately organized event is open to everyone. Attendees can expect light refreshments, a DJ, and community tables.
Greenwich Champions Community Gun Safety
Greenwich will host Wear Orange Day at Town Hall’s Meeting Room on June 2 at noon to highlight gun violence prevention. Town officials will issue a proclamation declaring June 2, 2025, National Gun Violence Awareness Day. In 2024, 210 people in Connecticut died by firearms.
Greenwich Boosts Foster Family Support
May is Foster Care Awareness Month, and Greenwich has officially designated May 22 as Foster Care Awareness Day. The town is highlighting the ongoing need for safe, stable homes for local foster children. Residents interested in fostering or kinship care can contact the Annie C. Courtney Foundation at 475-235-2184 or visit its website.
Greenwich Installs Smart Composting Bins
Greenwich accepted a $15,892 DEEP MMI grant to install three sensor-equipped food scrap recycling bins in Binney and Cos Cob Parks, expanding its five-year voluntary recycling program that has diverted over 600,000 pounds of organic waste. The grant covers infrastructure and smart-bin technology, while the Department of Public Works will handle hauling under a forthcoming operating contract. Participation remains at 7–10% of households, and a cloud-based app will collect usage and fill-level data for program monitoring.
Greenwich Police Increase Community Patrols
The Greenwich Police Department has increased patrols at Jewish places of worship and community institutions following the May 21 shooting outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. Officials stated there is no current threat in Greenwich, but the enhanced patrols are a precautionary measure. The department also expressed support for those affected by the incident.
Greenwich Considers Honoring Housing Leader
Greenwich officials are considering renaming a street within the Armstrong Court housing development to honor Sam Romeo, chairman of Greenwich Communities. The proposed change would be symbolic only and would not affect mailing addresses. The Board of Selectmen will review the proposal at upcoming meetings, beginning June 12.
LOCAL BUSINESSES AND NONPROFITS
YMCA Gala Surpasses Fundraising Goals
On May 9 at the Greenwich Country Club, the YMCA of Greenwich held its annual Casino Royale–themed gala with over 250 attendees, raising more than $490,000 for community programs and financial assistance. Governor Ned Lamont and Senator Richard Blumenthal were honored for their support of YMCA initiatives in childcare, youth mental health, and water safety. Major contributions from Lugano Diamonds, Golub Capital, Compass Partners, Clear Street, Carnegie Prep, and Greenwich Psychology Group bolster the YMCA Annual Campaign, which awarded over $460,000 in aid and scholarships in 2024.
Greenwich Summer Concerts Return
The Greenwich Historical Society’s summer concert series will run every other Thursday through September 4, with performances held from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the Great Lawn in Cos Cob. Admission is free for members and children, and $10 for non-members. The series includes a range of live music acts, with an updated schedule following the postponement of the May 22 concert due to weather.
Chef Rosenberg Joins Constantino’s Team
Constantino’s Pasta Bowls, a family-owned Italian restaurant in Greenwich, has appointed chef Bill Rosenberg as its new executive chef. Rosenberg, a Culinary Institute of America graduate with over 35 years of experience, will work alongside head chef Jacinto Perez to expand the menu using local ingredients and global influences. The restaurant, known for attracting celebrity visitors, plans to introduce new dishes including fish and chicken scarpariello.
PEOPLE IN TOWN
Students Drive Bee Conservation Effort
Five fifth graders from the International School at Dundee’s Eco Elite Project raised $1,200 through a honey and bake sale for the Town of Greenwich’s Parks and Recreation Department. The event included a hive exhibit on bee population collapse and showcased research on marine pollution, coral reef decline, ozone layer protection, and the vaccine-testing use of horseshoe crab blood. The students advocated for SB-9 to restrict neonicotinoid pesticides and will present their full findings later this spring.
Diaconu Powers USA To Gold
Team USA won all seven of its matches at the Pan American Championships, defeating Canada 18–7 in the final to claim gold. Teodora Diaconu who competes for the Greenwich Aquatics water polo club scored 12 goals over the course of the tournament.
Philanthropy Funds Critical Medical Innovations
Greenwich Hospital’s annual Benefit honors Barbara Netter for spearheading the $125 million Arc of Care Campaign, which funds advances in neuroscience, oncology, behavioral health, children’s health, and heart and vascular care. It also recognizes neurosurgeons Murat Günel and Zion Zibly for their pioneering work in neuro-restorative treatments enabled by Netter’s philanthropy. Proceeds support the hospital’s expansion of innovative research, technologies, and patient services.
Campout Raises Senior Care Funds
Starting June 7, board member Jeff McCarthy will camp on the River House Adult Day Center lawn until he raises $100,000 for its care program. River House, Greenwich’s only accredited medical-model adult day program, provides health oversight, personal care, grooming, transportation, and meals for $120 per day. In 2024, 70% of its revenue came from public and private grants and 10% from fundraising, and the center relies on volunteers to operate.
Frantzes Donate for Gym Naming
Scott and Icy Frantz donated $500,000 to the Greenwich Parks and Recreation Foundation for naming rights to the gymnasium at the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center. The Board of Selectmen approved the gift on first reading, and the Representative Town Meeting will consider final approval on June 9. If approved, the gymnasium will be named the Frantz Gymnasium.
SCHOOLS
Teachers Awards Inspire Community Celebration
The 2025 Distinguished Teachers Awards took place at Central Middle School earlier this month, honoring Frances Bittman, Bethany Fuscaldo, Dr. Beena Ramachandran, Robin Chenot, Julia Haas-Godsil, and Ralph Marmor.
GPS Earns Music Distinction
Greenwich Public Schools has received the NAMM Foundation’s Best Communities for Music Education designation for the 15th consecutive year. This annual award recognizes districts that maintain a strong, ongoing commitment to music instruction.
Facilities Team Rescues Ducks Safely
A family of ducks entered Cos Cob School’s courtyard earlier this month and became trapped among playground structures. The district’s facilities team intervened and safely relocated the ducks back to nearby water.
Eastern Middle Welcomes New Gators
Eastern Middle School held a sixth grade orientation for incoming students from its feeder elementary schools. Attendees toured the building, reviewed elective options, met teachers and classmates, and took part in campus activities. The event is part of a broader transition plan aimed at preparing new students for life at Eastern.
First Graders Share Community Discoveries
First-grade students at Sacred Heart Greenwich researched the school’s traditions, values, and daily operations by interviewing staff and examining institutional goals. They compiled their findings into a hand-illustrated community book. Today they shared the completed book with their parents.
Students Embrace Local Climate Science
Eastern Middle School sixth graders spent a day at SoundWaters as the culmination of their climate research and Long Island Sound STEM program. SoundWaters’ curriculum centers on climate science to explain environmental changes, effects, and possible mitigation. During the visit, students took part in four hands-on activities: seining, water quality testing, a horseshoe crab blood lab, and studying animal adaptations.
Eagle Hill Debuts Inspiring Founders Film
Eagle Hill School is screening The Founders, 1975 on May 30, 2025, today at 6:00 PM. The short documentary, produced by Sonja Bartlett, traces how eleven educators founded the school in 1975 to serve students with language-based learning differences. The film combines archival footage and narration to document the school’s origins.
Students Serve Costa Rican Communities
Whitby School’s eighth graders have arrived in Costa Rica. They will participate in community service projects—such as repairing school facilities and working in organic gardens—and explore local culture. The trip is designed to foster global citizenship.
North Mianus Celebrates 100 Years
Founded in 1925 in Greenwich, North Mianus School serves over 500 students in grades K–5. In 2025 it reaches its 100th anniversary, marking a century of continuous operation. This centennial underscores the school’s enduring presence and evolution within the community.
Second Graders Improve Local Watershed
Whitby School’s second graders took part in a watershed workshop with the Stamford Nature Center. They studied how water travels across the landscape and how contaminants move through a watershed. Through experiments, they identified pollution pathways and proposed ways to reduce water contamination.
SPORTS
Eagle Hill Baseball Stays Unbeaten
Eagle Hill School’s baseball team finished the season undefeated, capping it with a 10–1 win over Ridgefield Academy. The team’s coordinated play and consistent execution produced its perfect record. This unbeaten season marks a milestone in the school’s athletic history.
GHS Boys Track Team Triumphs
Greenwich High School boys track and field team won the 2025 FCIAC Championship for the third time in four years, scoring 140 points to defeat 15 other teams. Their success was fueled by strong performances across all events, particularly in relays and sprints, with numerous athletes setting personal records. Team members and coaches credited their victory to depth, unity, and a supportive team culture.
GHS Girls Track Team Triumphs
Greenwich High School’s girls track and field team captured the 2025 FCIAC Championship for the first time since 1984, scoring 125 points to outpace 15 other teams. Their dominant performance was driven by standout showings in sprints, distance, hurdles, throws, and relays, with multiple personal records set. Led by captains Eliana Daplyn, Theresa Knuth, Sophia Riche`, and Nina Silver, the Cardinals showcased depth and unity throughout their historic win.
GHS Girls Shine Despite Loss
On Senior Night, Greenwich High School’s girls lacrosse team held a strong first-half lead but ultimately fell to Wilton, 14-8, on May 20. Despite standout performances from seniors and juniors alike, Greenwich was later eliminated from the FCIAC Tournament with an 18-4 quarterfinal loss to New Canaan. The team, however, remains in contention for the CIAC Class LL state tournament.
GHS Volleyball Celebrates Season Growth
The Greenwich High School varsity boys volleyball team showed marked improvement in the 2025 season, earning six wins and qualifying for the FCIAC Tournament after only two victories in 2024. Seeded eighth, they faced top-seeded Staples in the quarterfinals and honored their seniors on May 19, despite a 3-0 loss. Led by standout performances from captains Keito Fukushima and Hiro Sibble, the team demonstrated growth, leadership, and resilience throughout the season.
Greenwich Girls Shine Despite Loss
On Senior Night, Greenwich High School’s girls lacrosse team held a strong first-half lead but ultimately fell to Wilton, 14-8, on May 20. Despite standout performances from seniors and juniors alike, Greenwich was later eliminated from the FCIAC Tournament with an 18-4 quarterfinal loss to New Canaan. The team, however, remains in contention for the CIAC Class LL state tournament.
GHS Boys Tennis Dominates Ridgefield
Top-seeded Greenwich High School’s varsity boys tennis team swept Ridgefield 4-0 in the FCIAC Tournament quarterfinals, extending their winning streak to 60 matches. The Cardinals clinched the match with dominant doubles play and a decisive singles victory before three other matches were called off. They now advance to face rival Darien High School in the semifinals.
ACROSS CT
Connecticut Hearst Staff Unionize
The Connecticut News Guild announced that reporters, photographers, editors and digital producers at Hearst Connecticut voted to unionize with The NewsGuild-CWA. Of 85 ballots cast, 68 (80%) supported the union, requiring Hearst—the state’s largest print and digital news organization—to begin good-faith contract negotiations. The organizing drive, launched nine months earlier amid concerns over job restructuring and stagnant wages, will now formally shape employees’ pay and working conditions.
OUR NEIGHBORS
Stamford Downtown Plans New Events
Stamford Downtown has officially ended the Alive At Five concert series after 27 years. The decision was part of a broader shift to update event programming in response to changes in the downtown population and business landscape. The organization plans to continue hosting other events throughout the year.
