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Posted on: December 1, 2023

DEC 1: Community Connections from Fred

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Preview Text: Town Hall tree lighting; Holiday celebrations & events all over Town; ‘Tis the Season for giving; GHS Vestibule brick drive; Christmas tree sale & more

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Posted on: November 22, 2023

NOV 22: Community Connections from Fred

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Be grateful and give; Coats for families and kids; Crossing guards needed; Albanian flag raising; Old Greenwich Detour; Ukraine fundraiser; Solar forum; Broadband advocacy; Riverside Garden Club; Abilis holiday shopping & more…

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Posted on: November 16, 2023

Greenwich Resident Satisfaction Survey 2023

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The Town of Greenwich wants to know what the priorities of its residents are and how they feel about the state of the Town. 

THE SURVEY IS NOW CLOSED

We will release the results in the coming weeks. 

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Posted on: November 17, 2023

NOV 17: Community Connections from Fred

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Freedom of information concerns; Resident satisfaction survey; Roadwork moratorium; Battle of the Badges; Holiday Festivals & Events; Turkey Trot, Pet supply drive & more…

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Posted on: November 10, 2023

NOV 10: Community Connections from Fred

Veterans Day 11-10

Thank you for your support; Veterans Day; Your Eversource bill; Grapefruit sales; Pumpkin rescue; Holiday food drive & events; Sustainability News; Ceramic Art lecture, Adoptable pets & more!!

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Posted on: November 3, 2023

NOV 3: Community Connections from Fred

Voting in Greenwich; Veteran's Day; Leaf collection; Silver Shield walk; More I-95 Construction this weekend; Greenwich Point Wildflowers; Concerts; Fundraisers & more...

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Posted on: October 27, 2023

Town of Greenwich Announces 2023 Leaf Collection Program Schedule

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The Town of Greenwich Department of Public Works will begin the annual Leaf Collection Program on November 6, 2023, in only Section 3, and all other sections to begin on November 13, 2023. Weather permitting, leaves will be collected Monday to Sa...

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Posted on: October 27, 2023

OCT 27: Community Connections from Fred

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School bus safety; Glenville Forum; EOC Dedication; Pomerance & Tuchman Survey & Meeting; Halloween; Accessory Dwelling Units; Turkey Trot; Town Clerk hours; Coat Drive; ADUs; Arts; Authors...

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Posted on: October 20, 2023

OCT 20: Community Connections from Fred

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Absentee ballots; Parking permit renewals; Howl & Prowl; Ghouls in the Garden; Round Hill Volunteer Rick Strain; Waste injustice; Community cleanup; Radical pots, Garden Club meeting; Pickleball; Greenwich United Way; Adopt Jack the cat & more

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Posted on: October 13, 2023

OCT 13: Community Connections from Fred

GREATS 10-13

Stand with Israel; Glenville Forum #2; Upcoming traffic issue; Coastal cleanup; Narcan training; Town coat drive; Pedestrian safety; Falling leaves; Glimmerglass concert; Night of illusion; Honoring GREATS & more

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Posted on: October 11, 2023

STAND WITH ISRAEL RALLY SET FOR FRIDAY

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First Selectman Fred Camillo has announced the Town of Greenwich will host a Stand With Israel unity rally on Friday, Oct. 13, at 11:30 a.m. outside of Town Hall.

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Posted on: October 6, 2023

Flood Watch in Effect for Greenwich

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6:00 PM FRIDAY OCTOBER 6, 2023 

A Flood watch is in effect for Southwestern Connecticut with widespread 1 to 2” of rainfall likely, and localized 3 to 4” possible across the Flood Watch area during a 6-9 hr period between 4 a.m. and 2 p.m...

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Posted on: October 6, 2023

OCT 6: Community Connections from Fred

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Flooding issues; Pemberwick Park; Columbus Day; Absentee ballots; Greenwich GO; Abilis Walk/Run; History in the Making; Foodshed Forum & more...

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Posted on: October 2, 2023

Nationwide FEMA Alerts to US Cell Phones, TVs and Radios Wednesday

Nationwide Text Alert from FEMA Oct 4 2023

On Oct. 4, 2023, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) plans a nationwide mobile alert test that will send an emergency SMS to all cell phones in the United States.

In coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), the national tes...

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Posted on: September 29, 2023

Greenwich to Remain Fully Open in Event of Federal Government Shutdown

In the event of a federal government shutdown, the Town of Greenwich will continue to be able to assist residents in need.

On Friday, First Selectman Fred Camillo met with several key Town of Greenwich department heads about the looming possibility of a sh...

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Posted on: September 29, 2023

Sept 29: Community Connections from Fred

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Flood preparation; Breast Cancer Awareness; Knights of Columbus Flea Market; Transportation safety forum; Paper shredding; Tulip Project; Dahlias; Meals on Wheels; Animal blessing & more

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Posted on: September 22, 2023

First Selectman Camillo warns storm could impact Greenwich

SEPT 22 WEATHER INFO AND VIDEO

Greenwich First Selectman Fred Camillo is urging residents to be cautious as heavy rains and wind could impact the area on Saturday because of Tropical Storm Ophelia.

Emergency Management Director Joseph Laucella has said that the current forecast is for r...

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Posted on: September 22, 2023

SEPT 22: Community Connections from Fred

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Storm watch & weather cancellations; American Legion BBQ; Affordable Housing; I-95 Noise; DART to the Finish; Patriotic Concert; Glove Up Greenwich; Blood Drive; Flu Clinics; Community Cleanup at Binney Park and more...

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Posted on: September 15, 2023

SEPT 15: Community Connections from Fred

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Flag policy; Constitution Day; Woman's Club tag sale; Mexican Independence Day; Mary Hull honored; Pediatric cancer; Fall Carnival; Byram FD Car Show; Pemberwick Glenville ValleyJam, COVID and more

 

 

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Posted on: September 8, 2023

Fred Camillo applauds Historic Local Property Decision for Bruce Park

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First Selectman Fred Camillo is applauding the decision made by the Town of Greenwich’s Planning and Zoning Commission to confer local historic property status on Bruce Park without any opposition.

Consideration of the local historic property status must n...

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Posted on: September 8, 2023

SEPT 8: Community Connections from Fred

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Bruce Park historic designation; Glove Up Greenwich; Coastal Cleanup Day; Mexican Independence; Byram Vets 100th; Parking survey; Sept 11th ceremonies; Free Music Friday; Adoptable dogs & more...

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Posted on: September 1, 2023

SEPT 1: Community Connections from Fred

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Labor Day weekend; Preparedness month; Senior tax relief; Rethink Waste Day; Cos Cob Library; Armstrong Court dedication; Foodshed forum & more...

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Posted on: August 22, 2023

Investigation finds no evidence of discrimination in GPS hiring practices

An independent investigation into the hiring practices at Greenwich Public Schools has concluded and the final report has determined there is no evidence of systematic discrimination on the basis of age, religion, or political affiliation by the GPS durin...

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Posted on: August 18, 2023

AUG 18: Community Connections from Fred

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Help for Maui; Glenville Forum; Parks & Rec photos; More Free Music Fridays; Become a poll worker; Mothers for Others; Historical Society; West Nile & more...

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Posted on: August 14, 2023

Glenville Community Forum

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MONDAY, AUGUST 14 AT 6:00 PM

Glenville Fire House & Zoom

The recorded video is available here: https://youtu.be/5eTjLXsYvfw?t=287

Fred Camillo & Lauren Rabin are hosting a community forum in Glenville to hear directly from residents about ma...

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Posted on: August 11, 2023

AUG 11: Community Connections from Fred

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Good news from Aquarion; Glenville forum; Health fair; OG Sidewalks; News from Izyum; GrahamBerries; St. Roch's Feast & more...

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Posted on: August 4, 2023

AUG 4: Community Connections from Fred

Free music Friday; Swimmers itch; Bear sightings; Byram construction begins; Fountain on the Ave?; Commissioner visits; Summer school students, adoptable pets and more...

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Posted on: July 28, 2023

July 28: Community Connections from Fred

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Heat continues; Taxes deadline August 1; St. Roch's Feast returns; Lighting & sign regulations hearing; Blood drive in Cos Cob; Greenwich crew honored at Town Hall; Old Greenwich Farmers Market, & more...

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Posted on: July 21, 2023

JULY 21: Community Connections from Fred

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Flooding forum planned; Park cleanup; Parking guide; Share the fare; Jazz on the Sound; Tour de Veggie; Conga line honors; BOS at night...

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Posted on: July 14, 2023

JULY 14: Community Connections from Fred

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Sign up for Greenwich Alerts! Sidewalk sales continue; Bastille Day; LWV Capital Projects Study; Tree removals on Sheephill and Guinea Roads; Green thumbed youth; Honoring Crew athletes & more...

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Posted on: July 7, 2023

July 7: Community Connections from Fred

How to Survive a Heatwave National Health Services

High heat concerns; Free Music Fridays; Sidewalk Sales; Carnival of Fun; Byram stories; Paving program & Mr. Grumpus finds a home...

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Posted on: June 30, 2023

June 30: Community Connections from Fred

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Celebrate Independence Day; Safe Streets grant sought; Storm preparedness; Full ferry service is back; Permits for Holly Hill; DHS Campership & more...

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Posted on: June 26, 2023

Greenwich is one of America's Safest Small Towns

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Greenwich is one of the 10 safest small towns to live in according to a new study by the personal finance firm MoneyGeek.

This study is done annually and it ranks the safest small towns by the cost of crime per capita. On this year’s list, Greenwich is ran...

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Posted on: June 23, 2023

JUNE 23: Community Connections from Fred

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Fireworks and July 4th ceremony; Ferry service changes; Glenville forum; Summer paving to begin; Dog license deadline June 30; Climate change survey; Women Engineers celebrated; GHS summer interns at Town Hall & more…

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Posted on: June 9, 2023

JUNE 9: Community Connections from Fred

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Signs outside Town Hall; GHS Parade of Champions; Free Music Fridays return; Students visit Town Hall; Binney Park fundraiser; Youth Philharmonic; Voter registration; Father’s Day Comedy at Senior Center; Teen Library Volunteers...

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Posted on: June 2, 2023

June 2: Community Connections from Fred

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Leaf blower restrictions; Parade of Champions; Lights Out Greenwich; Art Shows; Garden Tours and more...

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Posted on: May 26, 2023

May 26: Community Connections from Fred

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Remembering our fallen heroes; Glenville Dog Park; Safe Boating; Jewish American Heritage; Recreational trails grant; Barbara’s House Walk-a-thon; Pride Month; Parsonage Cottage “Tee” Party; Gun Violence Awareness Day; Low-cost Rabies Clinic & more...

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Posted on: May 5, 2023

MAY 5: Community Connections from Fred

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CMS Community Forum; Old Greenwich Construction; RTM Budget Vote; Strickland Brook; Call for Vietnam Veterans; Mental Health Awareness Month; Hazardous Waste Day; GPD Car Show; Plant sale at GLT; Augmented Reality STEAM camp & National Day of Prayer...

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Posted on: April 21, 2023

April 21: Community Connections from Fred

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Sister city in Ukraine; Leaf blowers; Cos Cob Library; Earth Day events; Arch Street Hope Day; Maestro Mueller's final concert; Adoptable pets & more: 

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Posted on: March 24, 2023

March 24: Community Connections from Fred

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Outdoor dining returns; Parking fees; Harbor Dredging; Greek Independence Day; Earth Day; Food drive; Bruce Museum; Boman Observatory & more...

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Posted on: January 27, 2023

JAN 27: Community Connections from Fred

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Dear friends and neighbors, It’s hard to believe that we are already almost done with the first month of 2023 but things are certainly accelerating here in the Town of Greenwich, particularly when it comes to the work in setting a new municipal b...

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Posted on: December 30, 2022

DEC 30: Community Connections from Fred

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Greetings neighbors and friends, We hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and Hanukkah and that the holiday season has been a time of family, friendship, and wonderful memories. This is our last community newsletter of 2022 and we hope everyone...

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Posted on: December 23, 2022

DEC 23: Community Connections from Fred

Greetings friends and neighbors,

We hope that everyone who celebrates is having a very Happy Hanukkah and we want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas this weekend. Please take time to be close to your friends and loved ones and celebrate the holidays d...

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Posted on: December 22, 2022

Winter Storm Advisory Report

GREENWICH, CT – With a concerning drop in temperatures forecast for the Christmas holiday weekend, Greenwich is advising residents to be cautious.

Due to the Christmas holiday, warming center opportunities will be limited in the Town of Greenwich....

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Posted on: May 8, 2018

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Stay up to date on the latest news and events by signing up for our notification service.

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Posted on: May 8, 2018

Spring Activities are Here

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Visit the Parks and Recreation Department for more information about program offerings and availability.

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Posted on: May 8, 2018

Stay Prepared

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Visit our Emergency Preparedness Department for information about how to get prepared for an emergency.

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Posted on: May 8, 2018

Trash & Recycling

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Learn more about what materials are and are not accepted through the city by visiting our Waste Disposal page.

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