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Duck River Garden Club Offers Virtual Program Tonight on Apple Trees; All Welcome
OLD LYME -- Duck River Garden Club (DRGC) members are not letting COVID-19 stop them from sharing and showing their love of gardening, so programs and meetings have been moved online. The club also welcomes friends and neighbors to 'Like' and 'Follow' their new Facebook page and find the latest … [Read More...]
State Senate, House Candidates on Lyme, Old Lyme Ballots Respond to our Questions
LYME/OLD LYME — In keeping with our now almost 17-year tradition and in the interests of increasing voter knowledge prior to the upcoming election, we posed three questions in writing to the State Senate and House candidates, who will be on Lyme and Old Lyme ballots in the Nov. 3 election. The … [Read More...]
Letter to the Editor: Carney’s Record on Veterans’ Affair is Strong, Consistent
To the Editor: Devin Carney has a strong record when it comes to veterans' affairs and, as a veteran, that means a lot to me. This past session Devin co-sponsored legislation that would allow more veterans access to public assistance should they need it. In years past, he has backed bills that … [Read More...]
Letter to the Editor: Vote for the Future, Rubino is Committed to Protecting Environment, Addressing Climate Change
To the Editor: As a mother voting in this election, I feel a responsibility to support a candidate who will be a strong advocate for the environment and who will demonstrate a commitment to address the climate crisis. I would like to see a more robust response to this crucial issue, and hope to … [Read More...]
Letter to the Editor: Saunders in 33rd Embodies ‘Compassion, Wisdom, and Joy’
To the Editor: Abraham Lincoln said, "before the age of forty, God is responsible for our face, and after the age of forty, we are responsible for our face." Just looking at Brendan Saunders' face, the gentleman running for senate in the 33rd district, you will understand what Lincoln meant. … [Read More...]
Letter to the Editor: Carney is Strong Advocate For Our Children, Public Schools
To the Editor: As a mom, the quality of education in Old Lyme is extremely important to me, that's why I am supporting Devin Carney for re-election. Devin has always stood up for Lyme-Old Lyme schools while at the Capitol and fought against policies that would have been a detriment. Last year, … [Read More...]
Letter to the Editor: Clarifying the Contrasting Positions of Carney, Rubino on Critical Matters
To the Editor: Human rights attorney Dave Rubino is challenging Devin Carney for the House of Representatives seat in the 23rd District. Dave’s position on many social issues differs markedly from Devin’s. As indicated on Dave’s campaign website, he supports: criminal justice reform; a … [Read More...]
One New Confirmed COVID Case in Lyme, Takes Total to 11; Old Lyme Stays Steady at 32 Cases, Including Two Fatalities
LYME/OLD LYME -- Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) reported a new confirmed case of COVID-19 in Lyme in their COVID-19 summary for the week ending Oct. 23, which was published Friday evening. This latest cases in Lyme is a 51-year-old female. No new cases in Old Lyme were reported. The … [Read More...]
Join a ‘Blood Moon Masquerade’ at I-Park, Saturday; Tickets on Sale Now
EAST HADDAM, CT — Calling all Ghouls and Ghosts! I-Park cordially invites you to gather on Oct. 31, for the Blood Moon Masquerade. In the shadow of the Devil’s own Hopyard, this event will be a roving celebration featuring Halloween-inspired “stations” (both indoor and out), projections, … [Read More...]
Lyme Street Invokes a ‘Little Whimsy’ with an Influx of ‘Fairy Doors’
OLD LYME -- Take a stroll down Lyme Street this month, look very carefully and you will see all kinds of mystical, magical Fairy Houses tucked into trees, fancifully formed against fences and lingering on lawns. This little piece of wonderment has come about because, through Oct. 28, a … [Read More...]
