News Briefs: August 1 - All the local news you need to know, in brief. greenwichsentinel.com/?p=148671?rand…

OpEd: This Genocide Must Stop Now, by Marek Zabriskie. greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/01/ope…

"With community-minded projects, a passion for sustainability, and a hands-on approach to environmental care, the volunteer group, spearheaded by high school students, has planted its roots firmly in local soil." greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/01/gre…

"The funding, expected to be approved with the backing of Governor Ned Lamont, will address renovations and bolster security at one of the town’s most significant community institutions." greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/01/gre…

“The joy I get from seeing the impact that I make in working in proximity. It’s like nothing you could ever duplicate. Seeing people transform in front of your eyes.” greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/01/gre…

"As America approaches its 250th birthday in 2026, Greenwich is preparing to honor the milestone with a yearlong celebration that promises to reflect the town’s rich historical roots and vibrant civic spirit." greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/01/gre…

"A Mental Health Champion is someone who helps break the stigma of mental illness through compassion, advocacy, education, or lived experience." greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/01/wha…

"This week’s paper marks our last issue for two weeks, until August 22." greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/01/edi…

The July 1 discovery and significance of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is described by retired New Zealand astronomer Michael Snowden as shared with his family member and reporter Anne W. Semmes. greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/04/wha…

“We are not happy about this move,” Drew Marzullo, President of GCTV, said. “We were not consulted before Altice, which owns Optimum, made this change.” greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/04/tow…

"Trust is the primary bottleneck in human-machine interaction, especially with AI." greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/05/hum…

Greenwich Public Schools announced the appointment of Tiffany Johnson as assistant principal of North Street School, effective August 8. greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/05/tif…

Looking for ways to celebrate the season and support great causes in Greenwich? Here are a few favorite summer and fall events — from public art and community walks to star-studded galas and laugh-out-loud nights under the stars. Discover can’t-miss greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/06/fro…

The YMCA of Greenwich is launching its first-ever Back to School Fundraising Campaign. greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/08/ymc…

Obituary: John Chadwick greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/10/obi…

Leah Stillman has been appointed PreK-12 arts program coordinator, effective August 18. greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/11/lea…

The State of CT has activated its hot weather protocol effective noon today, Aug. 11, and it will remain in effect until at least Thursday, Aug. 14. Greenwich will have several cooling stations around Town open this week for those seeking relief from greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/11/coo…

Longtime Greenwich Educator and Coach Dr. Kevin Thompson named Assistant Principal at the International School at Dundee. greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/12/dr-…

"The I-95 Greenwich Planning & Environmental Linkage (PEL) Study, presented by the Connecticut Department of Transportation, addresses traffic congestion, safety, and multimodal deficiencies along a critical stretch of I-95 and U.S. Route 1, using ex greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/13/rma…

"Many of us don’t often think about the realities of aging until it touches our lives. It’s vital to support institutions that bring dignity, joy, and comfort to this stage of life,” greenwichsentinel.com/2025/08/14/the…