Greenwich’s beaches have so much to offer — there’s no doubt about it. Even so, new scenery can always be a pleasant change in pace, especially this summer as many travel destinations aren’t a viable option. If you’re looking for a nearby, low-cost day trip, pay a visit to Sherwood Island State Park in Westport! read more...
“We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal; that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights; that among these are life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.” read more...
Visitation policy tightened to help fight coronavirus (COVID-19) spread read more...
While the Greenwich Public Schools are closed, they will be providing breakfast and lunch for students who are eligible for free and reduced lunch during the school week Monday-Friday. Both meals will be delivered at the same time. This will begin on Monday, March 16th. read more...
You’ve heard it before – the right amount of time to wash your hands to is to sing your ABC’s, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, or Happy Birthday. Those options may get a little repetative these days. If you’re rocking out in front of the sink as many times as you should be, you need some variety in your 20 second concert repertoire. Here are a couple of options to add to your set list. Reminder that regardless of singing or speaking, the correct amount of time to be washing your hands is 20 seconds with warm or hot water. read more...
The Greenwich Sentinel contacted the Greenwich Hospital to ask some questions about the preparedness of the Hospital. Our questions are bolded, their responses follow. read more...
A novel coronavirus (COVID-19) appeared in the city of Wuhan in Hubei province, China in December of 2019. The virus gets its name ‘corona’ from the latin word ‘crown’ for its circular shape with spikes surrounding it. COVID-19 is shorthand for Coronavirus Disease of 2019. read more...
Health officials use statistics to grasp the magnitude of situations like the one with which we are currently faced. In the coming weeks and months, we will likely hear references to terms such as “mortality rate” and “R-0” (pronounced R-naught) more and more often. read more...
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While the best choice may be cleaners recommended by the CDC, if stores are out of disinfectant wipes, sprays, and Purell, there are other ways you can disinfect your home and hands without using name-brand products.
*Note on Safety First: Never mix bleach with anything other than water. You may create a poisonous gas that is significantly more likely to kill you or leave long-term damage than COVID-19. read more...