POLICE & FIRE
GPD Hosts Tots and Cops
The Greenwich Police Department held its annual Tots and Cops event. Local children and police officers participated in activities together. The event aimed to promote interaction between the police and community youth.
GFD Appoints New Leadership
On June 4th, the Greenwich Fire Department swore in Tom Lenart as assistant chief of operations. He will assume responsibilities in this role effective immediately. The department announced the appointment publicly.
GPD Releases May Crime Stats
In May, the Greenwich Police Department recorded two motor vehicle thefts, down from eight in April. The most common citation was for speeding, and forgery was the most reported crime. Police responded to 3,877 calls, including two burglaries, two thefts from vehicles, 10 domestic violence incidents, 11 DUIs, and 194 motor vehicle collisions.
FROM TOWN HALL
Town Launches Online Dog Licensing
Greenwich launched an online platform, ClerkXpress, for residents to register and renew dog licenses starting June 1, 2025. The system allows users to complete the process via phone or computer, with options for in-person or mail submissions remaining available. Licenses must be renewed by June 30 each year to avoid penalties.
Binney Park Loop Safety Improvements Approved
At its latest meeting, the Greenwich Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed a proposal from the Department of Public Works to install pedestrian safety improvements on the Binney Park loop scenic road. The plan includes adding flashing beacons at the Wesskum Wood Road bridge crossing, new striping and signage on Arch Street, and yield markings at crosswalks around Sound Beach Avenue. The project was presented because the road’s 2020 scenic designation requires Commission review for modifications.
Greenwich Launches Safe Streets Initiative
The Greenwich Department of Public Works will hold the first public meeting for the Safe Streets Greenwich initiative on June 10 from 6 to 8 PM at Town Hall, with a Zoom option available. The meeting will present the program’s goals and gather resident input on traffic and pedestrian safety. The initiative aims to use data to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities on local streets.
Greenwich Plans Pedestrian Safety Upgrade
The Greenwich Department of Public Works will hold a virtual public hearing on June 9 to present and receive feedback on a proposed installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) and signage at a pedestrian crossing on Wesskum Wood Road in Binney Park. The Wesskum Wood Road Bridge, originally built in 1950, was replaced in 2024 using a $1.67 million project funded in part by the state’s Local Bridge Program. The proposal for the RRFB installation has been submitted to the Planning & Zoning Commission.
AROUND TOWN
Havemeyer Building Public Meeting
The Havemeyer Building RFP Evaluation Committee will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, June 11 at 7 PM in the Town Hall Meeting Room, with remote participation available via Zoom and live streaming on GCTV and YouTube. Public comments can also be submitted online at https://www.greenwichct.gov/FormCenter/Office-of-First-Selectman-6/Havemeyer-Building-RFP-Evaluation-Commit-567 The committee currently favors a proposal to redevelop the building as a hotel, restaurant, and cultural venue, but no decision has been made.
Town Launches Tree Information Program
The Town of Greenwich has launched the TreeKeeper Program, an online tool that provides data on trees located along public rights-of-way. The platform allows users to access information such as tree species, size, location, and ecological functions. It is intended to support public awareness and the town’s environmental management efforts.
Byram River Corridor Gains Greenway Status
A 249-acre section along the Byram River in northwest Greenwich is now a state-designated greenway. It includes land owned by Greenwich Land Trust, Greenwich Audubon Center, and the Town of Greenwich. Plans are in place to develop trails while maintaining environmental protections.
LOCAL BUSINESSES AND NONPROFITS
Cos Cob Library Prepares For Renovation
The Cos Cob Branch Library will temporarily close starting Monday, June 2, and is scheduled to reopen in the fall. From June 2 to June 6, holds can be picked up at the library on Sinawoy Road with no public access to other services. Beginning June 10 through July 5, holds will be available for pickup at The Reading Room on Suburban Avenue, with additional summer schedules to be announced.
Nathaniel Witherell Staff Aids Trumbull Evacuation
On May 16, a nursing facility in Trumbull was evacuated due to critical fire safety system failures, requiring relocation of over 100 residents. Nathaniel Witherell staff transported evacuees to Greenwich and nearby facilities and prepared accommodations for new patients overnight. The response involved coordinated efforts in transport, admissions, and patient care.
Hope Grows With Community Support
The Undies Project, a local non-profit, is running a spring fundraising campaign in partnership with Old Greenwich florist Something Special. The campaign, which began on May 23 and will run until June 20, 2025, aims to raise $12,000 to provide new underwear and bras to shelters during the summer months. Donors are eligible to win floral arrangements based on donation tiers.
Community Blood Drive
The American Red Cross will hold an Interfaith Blood Drive on June 14 at First Presbyterian Church of Greenwich, 1 West Putnam Avenue. Blood donations of all types are needed. Donors can register online using code FPCG or call 1-800-RED CROSS, and will receive a $15 Amazon gift card and a chance to win a $7,000 gift card.
Ceremonial Bricks Support Club Renovation
The Boys & Girls Club of Greenwich is undergoing renovations, with a formal reopening scheduled for September 30. Donors can support the project by purchasing ceremonial bricks for the new entryway, which can include personalized inscriptions. Additional information about the renovation and donation options is available online.
YMCA Opens New Early Learning Center
The YMCA of Greenwich will open a state-licensed Early Learning Center this fall for children aged 6 months to 5 years, offering age-appropriate programs aligned with the public school calendar. The center provides play-based, hands-on education focused on key developmental skills, with financial assistance available. The program will operate at the main YMCA facility, using updated childcare spaces and providing access to indoor and outdoor areas.
Off-Beat Players Celebrate Inclusive Theater
The Off-Beat Players, an inclusive theater company based in Greenwich, will make their New York City concert debut on July 9 at The Green Room 42 with “The Off-Beat Players and Friends: A Celebration of Disability and Neurodivergence.” The event will feature performances by members of the company and cast members from the Broadway show How to Dance in Ohio. Tickets, including livestream access, are available through The Green Room 42’s website.
Greenwich Students Promote Ocean Cleanup
Greenwich Green & Clean is holding a poster contest for K-12 students in conjunction with the International Coastal Cleanup on September 20, 2025. Students must submit original digital artwork by August 1, 2025, including required event details, with winners announced August 7. Prizes include tickets to local attractions, and winning posters will be used to promote the event.
Chef Rosenberg Joins Constantino’s Team
Constantino’s Pasta Bowls, an 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 with head chef Jacinto Perez to update the menu with new dishes. The restaurant, which opened in July 2024, has previously drawn celebrity visitors.
PEOPLE IN TOWN
Man & Dog Camp to Support Senior Care
Greenwich resident Jeff McCarthy is camping outside River House Adult Day Center to raise $100,000 for the organization, which provides daytime care for older adults. An event with food trucks, music, and activities will be held at the center this weekend to support the fundraiser. More information and donation options are available on River House’s social media pages.
Hunter Earns Conservation Leadership Award
Hunter N, Sacred Heart Greenwich class of ’25, received a senior award from Friends of the Great Swamp (FrOGS), a conservation organization in Putnam and Dutchess counties. Hunter contributed by managing social media, promoting student involvement, and writing newsletter articles. The award aligns with the organization’s goal of encouraging actionable social awareness.
SCHOOLS
Western Middle School Honors Kindness Legacy
Western Middle School held its sixth annual Sudell Sprint and color throw in memory of former student Steven Sudell, who died of brain cancer in 2018. The event included a school assembly, fundraising for a memorial scholarship, and a run on newly refurbished athletic fields. Messages promoting kindness were displayed throughout the campus.
Sacred Heart Greenwich Celebrates Graduates
Sacred Heart Greenwich holds its 176th commencement ceremony today, Friday, June 6th, at 2:00 PM on campus in Greenwich, Connecticut, graduating a class of 76 students. The class includes 15 long-term attendees, 13 student-athletes committed to collegiate sports, and multiple national award recipients. Samantha Saperstein, Global Head of the Office of Women’s Affairs at JPMorgan Chase, is delivering the keynote address.
GPS Honors Outstanding Employees
Greenwich Public Schools named 64 employees as May recipients of its monthly Difference Maker award, which recognizes staff who have made significant contributions within the school community. The award is open to all full- or part-time GPS employees in good standing and is based on nominations from students, families, coworkers, or community members. Honorees are recognized at individual school celebrations.
GCDS Senior Clears Ice On Summit
On Monday, May 26th, Penelope, a senior from Greenwich Country Day School, during her internship program through the school cleared glaze ice from weather instruments at the Mount Washington Observatory to maintain accurate data collection. Ice forms despite heated instruments and must be regularly removed. Approximately one inch of new snow was recorded on the summit the following day.
Brunswick Students Excel At ARML
Students from Brunswick School participated as members of the Connecticut math team at the American Regions Mathematics League (ARML), a national mathematics competition. Alex Svoronos earned the highest individual score at the New England site following a tiebreaker round. Vikram Sarkar, Jack Whitney-Epstein, and Alex Svoronos achieved perfect scores in the individual round of the national competition.
First Selectman Camillo Honors Horizons Program
First Selectman Fred Camillo issued a proclamation declaring May 16 as Horizons at Brunswick School Awareness and Giving Day. The proclamation recognized the Horizons program, which provides academic and enrichment opportunities to over 135 boys from under-resourced communities in Greenwich. The program has operated for 12 years at Brunswick School.
Cowboy Culture Enlivens Wellness Day
Old Greenwich Elementary School hosted a Children’s Health and Wellness Day featuring Idaho performer Ernie Sites, who presented cowboy songs and stories. The event included line dancing, art activities, and was organized through Arts for Learning Connecticut. Students also participated in a Hats for Hope fundraiser, collecting over $500 for pediatric cancer care at Yale Hospital.
New Lebanon School Garden Thrives
New Lebanon School’s garden, established with funding from the PTA and Greenwich Alliance for Education, is located in a ravine behind the modern school building near I-95. Students in the after-school garden club plant, maintain, and harvest crops such as radishes, lettuce, kale, and mint. The school was recently selected to participate in the Northeast Farm to School Institute to develop a food and farming education plan.
SPORTS
GHS Students Earn Hockey Scholarship
Owen Milazzo and Brett Sylvester, members of the Greenwich High School Boys Hockey team, were selected as recipients of the 2025 Chris Rurak Scholarship Award. The scholarship honors student-athletes for dedication and commitment to the hockey program. It will be presented at the GHS Awards Ceremony on June 9.
GHS Tennis Team Eyes Perfection
The Greenwich High School varsity boys tennis team, currently 21-0, is aiming for its third consecutive undefeated season and state title, with a 65-match winning streak spanning three seasons. They advanced to the CIAC Class LL final after a 4-0 semifinal victory over Glastonbury and will face Fairfield Prep in the championship match. Key players, including seniors Alexander Salib and Manuel Galli, highlighted the team’s strong singles and doubles performances this season.
Cardinals Advance To State Final
The Greenwich High School varsity girls tennis team is set to compete for a perfect season and back-to-back state titles in the CIAC Class LL final against Staples on June 4. The undefeated Cardinals (21-0) secured their spot in the championship match with a 4-1 semifinal victory over Fairfield Ludlowe. Strong performances across singles and doubles matches highlight the team’s depth and determination heading into the final.
Cardinals Advance To State Semifinals
Top-seeded Greenwich High School boys tennis team advanced to the semifinals of the CIAC Class LL Tournament with a 5-1 quarterfinal win over Amity Regional High School, maintaining their undefeated season and 64-match winning streak. The Cardinals will face fourth-seeded Glastonbury next, aiming for a third consecutive state title. Key victories came from the team’s singles and doubles players, showcasing their depth and preparation for tougher upcoming matches.
GHS Girls Tennis Team Triumphs
Greenwich High School’s varsity girls tennis team, defending Class LL state champions, opened the 2025 CIAC Class LL Tournament with a 5-0 sweep of Glastonbury after winning the FCIAC title. The undefeated Cardinals advanced to the quarterfinals against Wilton, maintaining home court advantage. Key performances included dominant straight-set victories in both singles and doubles, with players emphasizing readiness and confidence for the tournament’s upcoming rounds.
Bauer Shines At FCIAC Championship
Greenwich High School’s Ally Bauer earned medalist honors at the FCIAC Girls Golf Championship with a 4-over-par 74, leading the field by seven strokes. The Cardinals placed fourth in the team standings, while New Canaan captured the team title. In the individual championship, Greenwich’s Ellery Talbot finished second after a playoff, with Bauer placing sixth.
GHS Girls Tennis Wins Championship
The Greenwich High School varsity girls tennis team won the 2025 FCIAC Tournament championship with a 4-0 victory over Fairfield Ludlowe, securing their first tournament title since 2012 and completing an undefeated season so far. The team avenged last year’s FCIAC final loss, with standout performances in singles and doubles, and now looks ahead to the CIAC Class LL state tournament. Players and coaches emphasized their teamwork, consistency, and determination to maintain their winning streak.
Brunswick Rowers Excel At Championship
Brunswick School’s First Varsity Eight placed ninth and its Second Varsity Eight finished 10th at the New England Interscholastic Rowing Association Championship Regatta in Worcester, Massachusetts. The Third Varsity Eight did not advance to the finals. The team will next compete at the USRowing Youth National Championships in Sarasota, Florida, from June 12-15.
GHS Tennis Clinches Third Title
Greenwich High School defeated rival Staples 4-2 in a tightly contested 2025 FCIAC Boys Tennis Tournament final, winning three singles matches and claiming its third consecutive conference title. The Cardinals extended their undefeated streak to 62 matches dating back to 2023 and now hold a record 19 FCIAC championships. Key performances included three-set victories from singles players Alexander Salib, Manuel Galli Specos, and Owen Kwon, as well as a decisive No. 1 doubles win by Rohan Mittal and Nicholas Frumin.
GHS Boys Track Team Triumphs
The Greenwich High School boys track and field team won its third FCIAC Championship title in four years, scoring 140 points to outpace 16 competing teams. The team excelled across a range of events, particularly in relays and sprints, with standout performances from captains and several athletes achieving personal records. Their success was attributed to strong coaching, team unity, and a supportive culture.
GHS Girls Track Team Triumphs
The Greenwich High School girls track and field team had an undefeated regular season, won the FCIAC West Division, and captured their first FCIAC Championship since 1984 with a team score of 125 points. They excelled across multiple events, earning numerous first-place finishes in both individual and relay races, and outperformed 15 other teams in the conference meet. Led by captains Eliana Daplyn, Theresa Knuth, Sophia Riche, and Nina Silver, the team now looks ahead to competing at the state championships.
GHS Girls Lacrosse Shows Heart
Greenwich High School’s varsity girls lacrosse team celebrated Senior Night on May 20, 2025, taking an early lead against rival Wilton before ultimately falling 14-8, with Wilton dominating the second half. The Cardinals then entered the FCIAC Tournament as the No. 6 seed but were eliminated in the quarterfinals by New Canaan, 18-4. Despite these setbacks, Greenwich looks ahead to competing in the upcoming CIAC Class LL Tournament.
GHS Boys Lacrosse Clinches Thrilling Victory
Greenwich High School’s varsity boys lacrosse team ended its regular season with a 7-6 overtime victory against Wilton, improving their record to 10-6. Dean Kim scored the game-winning goal, while Boden Farmer contributed a hat trick, and Mikey Brescia added two goals and two assists. The Cardinals, seeded fifth, will face fourth-seeded Darien in the FCIAC Tournament quarterfinals.
GHS Boys Volleyball Shows Strong Progress
The Greenwich High School varsity boys volleyball team improved this season with six wins and qualified for the FCIAC Tournament as the No. 8 seed after missing it last year. They faced a strong Staples team on Senior Day and again in the tournament quarterfinals, showing progress despite losses. Senior players were honored for their leadership, and the team also secured a notable win over Danbury earlier in the season.
LOCAL POLITICS
Democrats Launch Campaign For Greenwich
On June 2, 2025, Anthony Moor and Rachel Khanna announced their candidacies for First Selectman and Selectwoman of Greenwich, Connecticut. The campaign also introduced additional Democratic candidates for local boards and offices.
