The long, turbulent saga of Samuel Klein is finally reaching its final chapter. As first reported by Chris Fountain’s For What It’s Worth , the estate at 131 Pecksland Road has been re-listed. Originally purchased by Klein in 1997 for $6.35 million, the property is now being offered for $6.7 million under foreclosure conditions—a quiet end for a home tied to a multi-million dollar federal fraud case. Rise and Fall Samuel Klein was once a titan in the New York and Connecticu

At the Thursday, March 26, Board of Selectmen meeting, officials addressed a rising tide of public frustration regarding the town’s new speed camera program. While Selectman Fred Camillo acknowledged that "tweaks" are necessary—specifically regarding clearer signage for hours of operation and extending payment deadlines—he remained steadfast on the program's utility. According to Camillo, despite the pushback, the cameras are working: speeders are finally starting to get the

The North Street bridge replacement (over West Brothers Brook) is beginning this month. The "kicker" that has everyone buzzing: North Street will be fully closed for up to 81 days (roughly June 8 to August 28). Residents are already mapping out detours and debating the impact on summer camp commutes and backcountry access. This is a critical infrastructure project targeting a 1950s-era bridge that is now structurally deficient. The Department of Public Works (DPW) opted for

The frustration of Greenwich residents about the new school zone speed cameras has officially hit a fever pitch. At the Board of Selectmen meeting on Thursday, March 12, what was meant to be a routine update turned into a discussion of the rising number of "nasty" complaints flooding Town Hall. Your BMW Can't Go That Slow? First Selectman Fred Camillo didn't mince words, reporting that his office has been inundated with calls from residents—many of whom are not exactly us

On January 28, 2026, Greenwich Police arrested 48-year-old Grigoli Chaphichadze, of Brooklyn, NY, for orchestrating a series of high-value burglaries across Greenwich and New Canaan. Since October 2025, Chaphichadze has been linked with six or seven home invasions, resulting in the theft of at least $1,015,115 of property. Second-Story MO. Investigators identified a consistent and specific modus operandi: The perpetrator gained entry by utilizing ladders found on-site or bro

The new year need not start with gym memberships or rigid financial resolutions, instead it can be a time to refresh the soul by tapping into the true wealth of Greenwich: our coastal shoreline and hidden wooded trails. The Shock and the Shore. Tod’s Point is the undisputed headquarters for New Year's Day. It is home to the unofficial Polar Plunge starting at noon (aim to arrive by 11:30 am to find a spot). It is a chaotic, bathrobe-clad charge into the 40-degree Sound and

On Mischief Night, October 30, 1975, 15-year-old Martha Moxley was bludgeoned to death just steps from her home in the ritzy Belle Haven neighborhood of Greenwich, Connecticut. The weapon of choice? A golf club. A cold case for decades. In the wake of the brutal murder, Greenwich police, more familiar with handing out traffic citations than conducting homicide investigations, found themselves in over their heads. They had their suspects from the start: Tommy Skakel, then a

According to the CT Capitol Report , Betsy McCaughey (R) is ready to throw her hat into the ring in a run for Connecticut Governor against incumbent Ned Lamont (D). She would join two young Republican candidates including State Senator Ryan Fazio and New Britain Mayor Erin Stewart who are actively campaigning to challenge the sitting Democrat governor. Some might call McCaughey a carpetbagger from New York. Her background includes serving as lieutenant governor of New York

The renovated train station component of the $30 million Greenwich Crossing revitalization project is expected to open by the end of December 2025. Construction began on the redesigned main train station in Greenwich in October 2024. Renovations of the contiguous retail spaces are expected to be completed in the coming months. Commuters will be happy to know that nearby Citibank and Signature Cycles remain open. The new 5,000-square-foot restaurant structure at the corner

The commercial operations of The Foodshed Network at North Greenwich Congregational Church has been approved preliminarily by Greenwich P&Z with many limitations. The Foodshed Network was founded by local resident, Ali Ghiorse, and is affiliated with Third Sector New England (TSNE) located i n Boston. The goal is to bring locally grown produce from upstate Connecticut farms into Greenwich. The distribution site will be set up for 3 hours from 8am to 11am on Tuesdays with

Two suspects were arrested for a carjacking on Saturday Nov 8 around 4 pm in the mid-country section of Greenwich. According to social media posts, it may have happened on Zaccheus Mead Lane. The victim was reported being physically forced out of their vehicle and then thrown to the ground, by an unknown suspect who then fled the scene in the stolen vehicle. The victim was not injured. The responding officers learned that the suspects were likely two Hispanic males, wearing

Riverside School ranked first in the U.S. News 2026 rankings of the top public elementary schools in Connecticut. The survey included 500 CT elementary schools. Riverside School ranked 1 North Mianus School ranked 7 Int'l School at Dundee ranked 9 North Street School ranked 14 Old Greenwich School ranked 20 Parkway School ranked 41 Glenville School ranked 142 New Lebanon School ranked 151 Julian Curtiss School ranked 170 Cos Cob School ranked 183 Hamilton Avenue School ranke

Connecticut has surpassed Massachusetts and now has the highest number of ultra-expensive zip codes in New England. Here are the top ranked zip codes and the median sale price for each: 06878 Riverside, $2.75 million 06870 Old Greenwich, $2.65 million 06831 Greenwich, $2.535 million 06820 Darien, $2.358 million 06830 Greenwich, $2.218 million 06840 New Canaan, $2.09 million 06853 Norwalk $2.059 million On a nationwide basis, 06878 Riverside ranked #43 , up 10 places from last

Forget about rushing through a school zone. New photo speed camera enforcement has arrived in Greenwich. This program was originally set to launch with warnings after October 6 and then tickets issued after November 5, but it was delayed for reasons unspecified. The program is now on track. Starting Monday, October 20, you will receive a warning in the mail for driving 10+ MPH over the posted limit. Starting November 19, the warnings stop, and tickets begin. $50 for the f

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