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🌱 Patch AM: Updated Colonial Can Be Yours In Greenwich For $3.25 Million

Happening soon: Third Thursday evening tour and wine tasting at The Glass House this Summer on the Greenwich Patch calendar

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Good morning Greenwich! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • See inside this updated King Merritt colonial on 1.39 private acres
  • Greenwich High surges to No. 2 in Connecticut rankings
  • Learn how Greenwich Police work with a hands-on citizens academy

Also on today's calendar: Third Thursday evening tour and wine tasting at The Glass House this Summer and 11 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do fish live in salt water? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, with a high of 80 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 81, low: 66.
  • Saturday: Humid with a few showers, with a high of 77 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Updated Colonial Can Be Yours In Greenwich For $3.25 Million (patch.com) — House hunters in Greenwich can now consider a 1987 colonial on Choctaw Lane, listed at $3.25 million and offering about 5,300 square feet of living space. Set on 1.39 private acres in the King Merritt area, the four-bedroom, four-bath home features multiple fireplaces, generous rooms, and a three-car garage designed for both everyday living and entertaining.
   

2. Greenwich High School Ranked Among Top 5 In CT: U.S. News & World Report (patch.com) — Greenwich residents can celebrate as Greenwich High School climbs to No. 2 in Connecticut and 194th nationally in U.S. News & World Report's latest rankings. District leaders credit strong academic, athletic, and social opportunities, along with equitable pathways and open access to advanced coursework that support all students' success.
   

3. Applications Open For 2026 Greenwich Police Citizens' Police Academy (patch.com) — Greenwich residents and workers can now apply for the free 2026 Citizens' Police Academy, a nine-week program starting Sept. 22 that offers an inside look at local police work. Participants will explore patrol operations, investigations, forensics, DUI enforcement, and de-escalation, plus experience a ride-along and marine patrol instruction with Greenwich Police. Space is limited and applications are due Sept. 17.
   

4. First Female Greenwich Firefighter, Whitney Welch Retires after 37 Years of Service (greenwichfreepress.com) — Greenwich's first female firefighter, lifelong resident Whitney Welch, has retired after 37 years serving the town, including roles in fire prevention, car seat safety, and EMS. She reflects on breaking barriers in the Greenwich Fire Department, mentoring the community, and continuing to give back through coaching at YWCA Greenwich and therapy dog visits to local schools and libraries.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Photographer Mendelson headlines solo exhibition at The J House Greenwich —Ernie Garcia Read on Patch
  • The Undies Project Launches Dignity Drawers Program with Back-to-School Drive —The Undies Project Read on Patch
  • Private Art Market Tour hosted by Greenwich Art Society and DVV —Ellen Sue Gordon Read on Patch
  • Town of Greenwich, CT posted a job opening for Softball Assistant Director (Fall Softball Clinic) in Greenwich. Apply here.
  • Robert Half posted a job opening for Accountant - Accounts Payable, Hybrid. in Old Greenwich. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Greenwich here.

Ok Greenwich! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Pepper makes them sneeze (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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