Local News for Greenwich, Connecticut

Greenwich High School Seniors Named as Top 300 Scholars in 2021 Regeneron Science Talent Search

Program alumni of the Regeneron Science Talent Search include recipients of the world’s most coveted science and math honors, including 13 Nobel Prizes, 11 National Medals of Science, six Breakthrough Prizes, 21 MacArthur Foundation Fellowships and two Fields Medals. Read the rest of the article on greenwichfreepress.com READ MORE.

Greenwich Botanical Center Hosts Beekeeping Seminar on January 23

Please join us for our annual Beekeeping 101 seminar on January 23. This year broadcast virtually by Zoom. The fee is $25. Register here. Read the rest of the article on hamlethub.com READ MORE.

Governor Lamont Expands Phase 1b of Covid-19 Vaccine Roll Out to include Additional Population Groups

CT Residents 75+ Can Now Register for COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments as State Transitions to Phase 1b Governor Lamont Accept Advisory Group’s Recommendations To Expand Phase 1b To More Populations Read the rest of the article on greenwichfreepress.com READ MORE.

New exhibit reveals the history of Cos Cob Harbor

‘The Red Mill, Cos Cob,’ a painting by Childe Hassam, is at the center of a new exhibit at the Greenwich Historical Society. Read the rest of the article on greenwichtime.com READ MORE.

NY Attorney General Letitia James Sues NYPD for Excessive Use of Force

The lawsuit is the first time in in New York state’s history that a sitting AG has sued the NYPD. Read the rest of the article on greenwichfreepress.com READ MORE.

What A Week

Editorial about the events of the past week and hope for civility and governing from the center. Read the rest of the article on greenwichsentinel.com READ MORE.

LETTER: It is time that we demand more from our leaders and from ourselves. Be the example.

“If one must point at someone else’s behavior in order to justify their own, they are without standing.” – Sage Withrow Read the rest of the article on greenwichfreepress.com READ MORE.

Greenwich Library: On January 28, Greenwich …

On January 28, Greenwich Library is proud to welcome noted presidential historian and best-selling author Doris Kearns Goodwin in conversation with New York Times writer Sarah Lyall to discuss her recent book, “Leadership in Turbulent Times.” Register: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Greenwich Chamber: New Hot Deal: The …

New Hot Deal: The J House Greenwich – The J House Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Parsonage Cottage launches To My Valentine project

To help uplift the facility’s residents’ spirits, Penny Lore, Executive Director of Parsonage Cottage Senior Residence, has announced the “To My Valentine” Project, requesting Valentine’s Day cards for the residents. Older adults need to stay connected to friends and family, but the residents at Parsonage Cottage, a division of Greenwich communities, don’t have in-person face-to-face READ MORE.

Lamont Announces Approval of Federal Major Disaster Declaration in Response To Tropical Storm Isaias

The damaging winds and rain from Tropical Storm Isaias, which impacted the state in August 2020, resulted in over 750,000 power outages statewide, some lasting for up to a week, as well as hundreds of blocked roads and damage to infrastructure, including hundreds of broken poles and damaged transformers. At least two reported fatalities and READ MORE.

‘A little hopeful:’ COVID-19 rates are slowing in Greenwich

‘We are definitely seeing a flattening of that curve,’ a Greenwich Hospital official said in discussing the latest statistics on the coronavirus in town. Read the rest of the article on greenwichtime.com READ MORE.

AG Tong Urges Public to Report Info Regarding US Capitol Attack to FBI

The FBI has established a web portal specifically for sharing such information, including digital images and evidence helping to identify those involved in the violent attack. Read the rest of the article on greenwichfreepress.com READ MORE.

Giving Fund: Donations can help families still struggling in COVID pandemic

Readers are invited to answer the call for help through the Giving Fund, which tells the stories of residents who need a helping hand. Read the rest of the article on greenwichtime.com READ MORE.

COVID-19 Numbers Show Improvement in Greenwich

By Richard Kaufman After seeing a surge in cases which stemmed from the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year holidays, it appears as if the COVID-19 curve is flattening in Greenwich. First Selectman Fred Camillo and Vice President Read the rest of the article on greenwichsentinel.com READ MORE.

Greenwich Covid-19 Update: A Downward Trend Despite 2 More Deaths. Tod’s Point Operating with Limited Capacity

Greenwich Point has a limited capacity of about 759 cars due to the pandemic. Camillo said the town would keep staff in the booth indefinitely. Read the rest of the article on greenwichfreepress.com READ MORE.

4 GHS Seniors Named as Top 300 Scholars in 2021 Regeneron Science Talent Search

Four GHS seniors were honored in the list of Top 300 Scholars in the 2021 Regeneron Science Talent Search (RSTS). Read the article on greenwichschools.org READ MORE.

Statement by Jill Oberlander on January 6th Attack on Democracy

“It is my belief that each of us who has sworn an oath to protect the Constitution has a personal obligation to publicly repudiate and hold to account everyone who participated in the unlawful attacks both on our Capitol and on the public servants upon whom we rely to uphold our laws and protect our READ MORE.

Governor Lamont Deploys Connecticut National Guard To Washington, DC

This includes members of the Connecticut National Guard’s Military Police, as well as two patrol explosive-detection dog teams that are dual-trained for police patrol activities and explosive detection. Read the rest of the article on greenwichfreepress.com READ MORE.

ARZENO: Republicans Should Be Holding Their Leadership Accountable

“After reading the RTC’s statement on the attempted Coup, wherein they meandered to a discussion about zoning regulations and school compliance with ADA, subjects that most if not all of us promote in Greenwich, bearing no relation to the horrific actions their party just took part in, I am saddened by how far our local READ MORE.