By Michael Dorfsman
Peter Barhydt, editor-in-chief of the weekly New Canaan Sentinel and Greenwich Sentinel newspapers, will speak to the New Canaan Men’s Club’s meeting October 10, about how the paper covers local news, government meetings, the schools and organizations important to the readers.
The meeting will be in Morrill Hall, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 111 Oenoke Ridge, beginning at 10 a.m. with Barhydt beginning his remarks around 10:40 a.m.
In its second year, the New Canaan Sentinel is distributed weekly in print and online versions. As editor-in-chief, Barhydt oversees the reporting on Town Hall, events and activities in the schools, civic activities and the milestones that affect residents. Its sister publication, The Greenwich Sentinel, was founded in 2015.
Before launching the Greenwich Sentinel, Barhydt served on the staff of U.S. Congressman Christopher Shays, a Republican who served the area’s 4th District from 1987 to 2009. In the congressman’s office, he was involved in constituent services, including supporting area families affected by Sept. 11, 2001. He also was assigned to acting as a liaison with the local business community.
Following his work for Shays, Barhydt was president of Aberdeen Associates for over a decade, a communications and public relations firm, leading projects for nonprofits and local institutions. In that role, he led the establishment of the Greenwich September 11 Memorial at Cos Cob Park from its concept stage to its dedication.
The Men’s Club has openings for new members, men 55-years old and above. For information about joining, email ncmens@ncmens.org.