POLICE & FIRE
Firefighters Clear Hydrants After Snowstorm
Greenwich firefighters are clearing snow from fire hydrants after a storm to keep them accessible. Crews will be working all week, and fire engines may be parked on roads during the work. Clear nearby hydrants if snow is blocking access.
FROM TOWN HALL
Greenwich Honors National Guard Service Day
A letter from the Connecticut Military Department thanked Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo for proclaiming December 13, 2025, as “National Guard Day.” It noted that Greenwich held a flag-raising and proclamation ceremony at Town Hall to mark the National Guard’s 389th anniversary. The letter expressed appreciation for the town’s public recognition of National Guard service.
Greenwich Officials Present Proposed FY27 Budgets
Greenwich officials presented proposed FY27 budgets to the Board of Estimate and Taxation, including a $543.5 million town budget with a 12.765 mill rate and a $207 million school operating budget. The town plan funds multiple capital projects such as Island Beach Ferry repairs, a new Hamill Rink, improvements to Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, and final Greenwich High School soil remediation work. The school budget includes cost increases for salaries and transportation, capital funding for maintenance and major projects, and reductions in staffing and several programs.
AROUND TOWN
Friends Host Hot Chocolate Park Event
Friends of Byram Park will hold its annual Hot Chocolate in the Park event on Jan. 31 from 10 a.m. to noon. The event will take place in the Byram Park parking lot near the beach entrance, with free hot chocolate available. Attendees can learn about Byram Park amenities and ways to get involved with the Friends group.
Greenwich Students Invited To STEM Fair
The First Selectman’s Youth Commission will hold the 6th Annual Greenwich Middle School STEM Fair on May 16 at the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center in Old Greenwich from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event is open to Greenwich students in grades 6 through 8 from public and private schools, and online registration is required by April 17. Questions can be sent to STEMFair@greenwichct.org
YMCA Leaders Club Expands Youth Service
The YMCA of Greenwich has launched the Leaders Club, a community service and leadership program for students in grades 4–12. Participants will complete monthly service projects with local nonprofits, with older students mentoring younger members, and projects can count toward school volunteer hour requirements. The program begins with projects supporting an animal shelter, Kids In Crisis, Neighbor to Neighbor, and local senior citizens, and is now open for registration.
LOCAL BUSINESSES & NON PROFITS
Interfaith Candlelight Vigil Brings Community Together
The Greenwich Fellowship of Clergy held an interfaith candlelight vigil on Wednesday, Jan. 28, from 6 to 6:45 p.m. at Christ Church, 254 East Putnam Ave. The event included prayer, song, and moments of silence, ending with “Let There Be Peace on Earth” during a candlelit procession. Organizers said it is a nonpartisan gathering open to all.
Abilis Parent Workshop Rescheduled For March
Abilis’ free parent workshop on supporting young children with developmental disabilities has been postponed from this Sunday to March 8 due to possible heavy snow. It will be held at the Cohen Abilis Advancement Center at 78 Harvard Avenue in Stamford and will cover developmental concerns, new diagnoses, transitions, and parenting topics. The event is free, includes several Abilis and medical professionals as presenters, and offers optional on-site babysitting for $25.
Temple Sholom Volunteers Support Community
More than 200 Temple Sholom volunteers participated in the synagogue’s annual Mitzvah Day, organized by the Norma Perlstein z’l Social Action Committee. Participants completed service projects including packing food for Neighbor to Neighbor, assembling toiletry kits for the Greenwich High School pantry, and preparing chili jar ingredients for Jewish Family Services. The sixth through eighth grade youth group also cooked a meal for Kids in Crisis.
PEOPLE IN TOWN
Greenwich Tree Conservancy Honors Leslie Lee
The Greenwich Tree Conservancy recognized Leslie Lee at its most recent board meeting for serving as interim president after the death of John Conte, Jr. last year. She received a gold charm with the Conservancy’s logo, and Elizabeth Hopley was elected as the new president. Lee has been involved with the organization since 2007 and helped lead fundraising events and the planting of a memorial tree for Conte.
SCHOOLS
GCDS Students Earn Top Photography Honors
Three Greenwich Country Day School students received photography awards at the Connecticut Regional Scholastic Art Awards. Cate Auerswald ’26 won a Silver Key, Nikhil Raval ’27 won a Gold Key, two Silver Keys, and an Honorable Mention, and Weston Picket ’30 won a Silver Key, a Gold Key, and Best in Show.
Sacred Heart Student Wins Global Coding Awards
Sacred Heart Greenwich sophomore Stephanie Stibler received two first-place awards and one third-place award in the Carnegie Mellon University Computer Science Academy’s Fall 2025 Creative Task Challenge. The program is an international competition. Sacred Heart Greenwich announced the results.
Greenwich Students Honor King Through Service
Greenwich Country Day School students participated in a Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, completing volunteer projects in Connecticut and New York City. At the Wallace Center in Greenwich, students packed toiletry bags and wrote thank-you letters for veterans at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center in the Bronx. Other students helped address food insecurity and volunteered at senior centers, food distribution sites, and literacy programs.
Greenwich Seniors Earn Statewide Recognition
Connecticut General Assembly representatives presented official citations to Greenwich High School seniors Henry Jin and Esther Nabisere for their recent achievements. Jin was named a top 300 scholar in the 2026 Regeneron Science Talent Search and received a $2,000 award, with an additional $2,000 awarded to GHS. Nabisere was selected for the United States Senate Youth Program and will receive a $10,000 undergraduate scholarship funded by The Hearst Foundations.
SPORTS
Whitby Wildcats Earn Strong Court Victory
Whitby School’s boys 7th and 8th grade team defeated Harvey 37–15. The team maintained consistent effort and coordination throughout the game. The win reflected strong teamwork from start to finish.
Eva Wilkerson Reaches 1,000 Career Points
Sacred Heart Greenwich senior guard Eva Wilkerson scored her 1,000th career point on Jan. 17 in a 66-52 win over Thayer Academy. She has continued adding to her total in recent games against Choate Rosemary Hall and Worcester Academy, and the team held a ceremony to honor the milestone. Coach Ayo Hart credited her achievement not only to scoring, but also to her rebounding, defense, and overall impact on the court.
Greenwich Girls Basketball Stays Unbeaten In FCIAC
Greenwich High School’s varsity girls basketball team stayed undefeated in FCIAC play with a 55-42 win over previously unbeaten Staples on Jan. 23. Sophomore Zuri Faison scored 24 points and senior Madi Utzinger added 13 as the Cardinals built a double-digit halftime lead and played strong defense throughout. The victory improved Greenwich to 6-0 in the conference and 10-1 overall, extending its winning streak to 10 games.
Greenwich Academy, GCDS Settle For Tie
Greenwich Academy and Greenwich Country Day School played to a physical 3-3 overtime tie in an outdoor FAA varsity ice hockey matchup at Greenwich Skating Club on Jan. 22. Maggie Lyden scored three goals for GA, while Caroline Muzzio netted two for GCDS, and both teams received strong goaltending performances. Despite several chances in overtime, neither rival could find a game-winner.
ACROSS CT
IKM Recall
The FDA announced a nationwide recall of more than 100 metal cookware items distributed by IKM after testing found lead levels that could leach into food during normal use. The recall includes specific aluminum and brass pots and pans. No illnesses have been reported, and consumers are advised to stop using the cookware and return it for a refund. More information is available at https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ikm-recalls-product-because-possible-health-risk
Pecorino Romano Recall
The FDA upgraded a nationwide cheese recall after select Pecorino Romano products from the Ambriola Company tested positive for listeria. The recalled cheeses were distributed in November, with some expiration dates extending into 2026. The products were shipped to retailers in multiple states, including Connecticut and New York. More information is available through the FDA recall notice at https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/ambriola-company-issues-recall-cheese-products-because-listeria-health-risk
Arrowroot Biscuit Snacks Recall
Gerber issued a nationwide recall of its arrowroot biscuit snacks after concerns they may contain plastic. The recall covers 5.5-ounce packages produced between July and September 2025 and sold across the United States. Gerber said the action was initiated by its arrowroot flour supplier, which is no longer working with the company. No injuries or illnesses have been reported, and Gerber said no other products are included in the recall. Customers are advised to return the affected items to the store where they were purchased. More information is available at https://news.gerber.com/news/gerber-products-company-announces-voluntary-recall-of-limited-batches-of-arrowroot-biscuits-out-of-an-abundance-of-caution-due-to-potential-presence-of-foreign-material-following-supplier-recall
