Andy Blye

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Local Government Reporter at Greenwich Time

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In Greenwich, North Street bridge replacement delayed until 2026, officials say

1 week ago | greenwichtime.com | Andy Blye

GREENWICH — The replacement of a tiny, but critical, bridge on North Street has been delayed until next year, the Department of Public Works announced Friday. DPW was expecting to demolish the bridge — and trigger traffic jams — over the summer, but the state hasn't yet given Greenwich the green light to move ahead with the project.
Greenwich opts for slightly higher car tax: 'Less pressure on increasing the mill rate'

1 week ago | greenwichtime.com | Andy Blye

GREENWICH — Officials voted to slightly increase local car taxes in an effort to offset a major tax cut enacted by state legislators last year. Car owners are still seeing a tax break when compared to the 2023 grand list, but it will be slightly less after the Representative Town Meeting met March 31.
'Less pressure on increasing the mill rate'

1 week ago | ctinsider.com | Andy Blye

GREENWICH - Officials voted to slightly increase local car taxes in an effort to offset a major tax cut enacted by state legislators last year. Car owners are still seeing a tax break when compared to the 2023 grand list, but it will be slightly less after the Representative Town Meeting met March 31.
Live Like Luke beach cleanup, kite flying festival and other Greenwich news

1 week ago | greenwichtime.com | Andy Blye

GreenwichTown Hall and the library will be closed Friday in observance of Good Friday, but the Holly Hill Resource Recovery will be open for its regular hours of 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Town Hall offices and the library will reopen for regular business on April 21. Article continues below this adOld GreenwichThe "Live Like Luke" beach cleanup event at Greenwich Point Park is coming up later this month.
Speed cameras expected in most Greenwich school zones by the fall

1 week ago | greenwichtime.com | Andy Blye

GREENWICH — Lead-footed drivers zipping through school zones could be ticketed via camera this fall, if state authorities approve the Greenwich Police Department's plan to deploy speed cameras around town. Greenwich does not have any automated traffic cameras yet, but police chief James Heavey asked the Board of Selectmen for its approval to move forward with a camera placement plan at its meeting on April 10. Article continues below this ad"It's not to generate finances, " he said of the cameras.
Speed cameras expected in most Greenwich school zones by the fall, police say

1 week ago | ctinsider.com | Andy Blye

GREENWICH - Lead-footed drivers zipping through school zones could be ticketed via camera this fall, if state authorities approve the Greenwich Police Department's plan to deploy speed cameras around town. Greenwich does not have any automated traffic cameras yet, but police chief James Heavey asked the Board of Selectmen for its approval to move forward with a camera placement plan at its meeting on April 10. "It's not to generate finances, " he said of the cameras.
Live Like Luke beach cleanup, kite flying festival and other Greenwich news

1 week ago | ctinsider.com | Andy Blye

Town Hall and the library will be closed Friday in observance of Good Friday, but the Holly Hill Resource Recovery will be open for its regular hours of 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Town Hall offices and the library will reopen for regular business on April 21. Old Greenwich The " Live Like Luke" beach cleanup event at Greenwich Point Park is coming up later this month. The cleanup is in memory of Luke Meyers, a Greenwich High School student and environmental activist who died of cancer in 2019.
On abortion, 149th House candidates Rachel Khanna, Tina Courpas clash on what being pro-choice means

1 week ago | middletownpress.com | Andy Blye

In the final days before the November election, the two women running for the 149th state House District have clashed on policy details around abortion and access to reproductive healthcare, one of the key issues in this election. Democratic incumbent Rachel Khanna and Republican challenger Tina Courpas have debated each other on stage, in mailers and in campaign emails as they vie for representation of the 149th District, which includes the northern portions of Greenwich and Stamford.
Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center opens for basketball, pickleball and more

1 week ago | greenwichtime.com | Andy Blye

GREENWICH — After years of design, deliberation, demolition and construction, the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center is finally open to the public. The 35,418-square-foot building at 90 Harding Road in Old Greenwich opened on Wednesday, following remarks from officials and a ceremonial ribbon-cutting.
Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center opens for basketball, pickleball and more

1 week ago | ctinsider.com | Andy Blye

GREENWICH - After years of design, deliberation, demolition and construction, the Cohen Eastern Greenwich Civic Center is finally open to the public. The 35,418-square-foot building at 90 Harding Road in Old Greenwich opened on Wednesday, following remarks from officials and a ceremonial ribbon-cutting.