The quiet streets of Byram have recently been disrupted by frequent police activity at a single address: 60 West Church Street . A look at the police blotter suggests these aren't just random calls, but a focused effort to dismantle a local narcotics hub. Timeline of Incidents February 6: Police responded to a "verbal altercation" at the home. Morgan F. Eaton (33) was arrested after officers found cocaine and drug paraphernalia. Story here . February 15: Officers returned

At last week's Board of Selectmen meeting, First Selectman Camillo warned of legislative initiatives coming from Hartford that threaten local control over zoning in Greenwich. For example, a bill has been proposed to permit 5-story buildings and 5-foot setbacks as a right—completely bypassing Planning & Zoning approval. However, there is one piece of legislation Camillo actually agrees with: the proposed Vexatious Requester Law (SB 466) . He revealed that the town has been

It's official: Greenwich has a case of the "uglies," and the only cure is a very specific shade of forest green. At the recent Board of Selectmen meetings, the town’s concrete jersey barriers—those chunky, industrial blocks making up the outdoor dining nodes on Greenwich Avenue are receiving high level attention. The consensus? They are eyesores and just plain "ugly." Here is the town's plan to transition from "Brutalist Gray" to "Greenwich Garden Green. A Cover Up The Sol

The Greenwich Police Department has officially traded the paper trail for a high-tech upgrade. The department’s crime data is now available on a publicly accessible Crime Data Portal , bringing a new level of transparency to the community. Updated every morning at 7:00 AM , the portal provides a comprehensive look at police service calls throughout Greenwich, complete with an interactive map to help residents visualize exactly where incidents are occurring. Key Features of t

The debate over CT House Bill 5396 —the "YIGBY" (Yes In God's Backyard) bill—is intensifying. Nowhere is this more controversial than in Greenwich , where the intersection of local control and state housing mandates remains the newest front in a long-standing legislative war. HB 5396 Status Currently "live" on the House Calendar , HB 5396 is a fast-moving piece of legislation carrying strong Democratic momentum following a 13-8 partisan committee vote . Despite fierce Republi

The Greenwich Board of Estimate and Taxation (BET) met on Tuesday, March 31, to finalize the 2026-2027 budget. The result? A $543 million spending plan that covers everything from school operations and healthcare to an unprecedented list of capital projects. While the headline focuses on total spending, the real story for homeowners is buried in the "tax levy"—the actual amount the town needs to collect from you . The Capital Wish List The Town is moving forward this year wi

Numbers don’t lie, but in Greenwich, some are starting to look unlucky. According to new data from the UConn Crash Data Repository, the first two months of 2026 saw 49 accidents involving 93 vehicles in our town. While the wrecks are scattered, one number keeps appearing on the police reports: Exit 5. A Tale of Two Highways The Greenwich Time recently highlighted that Exit 5 is the primary danger zone on both of our major arteries: I-95 (Exit 5 - Riverside-Old Greenwich):

In his March 26 Community Connections letter, First Selectman Fred Camillo shared some exciting news: Our very own Bruce Park has been nominated for the Best City Park award in USA Today’s annual 10 Best Readers' Choice Awards. The "David vs. Goliath" Matchup Bruce Park is the only park in Connecticut to make the list this year. We are currently going head-to-head with massive urban spaces like Forest Park in St. Louis and Klyde Warren Park in Dallas. While we are techni

With the Dorothy Hamill Rink and Strazza baseball field projects now confirmed to occupy 48% of the total acreage  at Byram's Morlot Park, First Selectman Fred Camillo has unveiled a surprise proposal to utilize the remaining western corner. The plan, titled the "Camillo Canine Commons," ("CCC") would transform the final undeveloped patch of green space into a world-class, residents-only dog sanctuary. The park would be nestled near the Veterans Memorial Tree Grove, but no

The Greenwich Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the male wearing a dark-hooded jacket pictured here. He is believed to be involved in a suspicious incident involving a juvenile at a school bus stop in the Pemberwick area. Early yesterday morning, Friday, March 27, the man—who was unknown to the juvenile—approached and initiated a conversation. Police are asking residents to report any recent encounters or suspicious incidents involving this i

If it feels like your morning commute has become a gauntlet of digital eyes, you aren't imagining it. Between the nine school-zone cameras now fully active in Greenwich and a new push for automated enforcement on Connecticut’s major highways, the "speed tax" has officially arrived in Fairfield County. The Local Greenwich Learning Curve The "learning curve" for Greenwich school zones is officially over. After a staggered rollout late last year, the Town is now in full citation

On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, the Greenwich Planning & Zoning Commission (P&Z) unanimously approved the preliminary site plan to redevelop Morlot Park in Byram. What began as a Dorothy Hamill replacement rink has morphed into a complete redevelopment of the park into a world-class recreational area in the heart of a dense Byram neighborhood. Pros & Cons At the meeting, proponents argued for the urgent need for an update to keep the town’s hockey programs viable. Opponents coun

The Town of Greenwich recently took title to seven foreclosed properties. Because these are now town assets, selling them isn't as simple as calling a realtor. It triggers a formal "disposal of municipal assets" process. This week, the Board of Selectmen (BOS) voted 3-0 to refer these properties to Planning & Zoning (P&Z) for Municipal Improvement (MI) status. The List of Properties The Town of Greenwich obtained title to these 7 parcels over the past year through tax lien fo

A heavy police presence descended on the Byram section of Greenwich this past Wednesday after an investigation into a car carrier scam turned into a dangerous confrontation. What began as an effort to intercept a larceny ended with an officer in the hospital and two suspects in custody. The Incident Around 1:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Greenwich Police received word of a potential car carrier scam in progress. Officers established surveillance in Byram and, at approximately 3:00 p.

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

Greenwich's population has remained remarkably flat for over half a century. In 1970, our population was roughly 60,000; today, it sits at approximately 63,500—a modest 5% increase. However, the road experience tells a different story. In that same 50-year window, the number of registered vehicles and the frequency of daily trips have effectively doubled. On Thursday, March 12, the Department of Public Works (DPW) held a Public Comment Session for the Safe Street Greenwich Sa

Greenwich recently released the results of the 2025 Resident Satisfaction Survey. The data confirms that the community remains overwhelmingly pleased with life in town. Overall Satisfaction: A staggering 89% of residents are satisfied with the quality of life in town. The Gold Standard: Public safety (Police, Fire, and GEMS) and our local parks and beaches continue to receive the highest marks from the community. The "Greenwich Curve": First Selectman Fred Camillo noted

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

The Greenwich Police Department just released the police blotter for February 2026. Officers responded to 2,676 calls for service during the month, the lowest number in over a year. Speed Cameras.   January marked the first month of reporting the automated speed camera tickets. A staggering 7,225 citations were mailed out and another 9,537 pending violations were under review. These represent a significant volume of fines—$50 for a first offense and $75 for subsequent viola

If you’ve lived in Greenwich long enough, you know the name William Effros . For 23 years, this neighbor of Greenwich High School (GHS) has been the primary antagonist against nighttime stadium lights. While many dismiss this saga as a localized spat, the stakes just escalated. On a freezing February 12 evening, the 83-year-old Effros claims that the Greenwich Police entered his home, handcuffed him, and forced him to stand in a foot of snow in his slippers without a coat. E