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Members of the Board of Selectmen discuss issues from the long table at the front of the Town Hall meeting room.

Old Lyme Officials Call for Residents to Join Halls Road Sidewalk Effort

Meanwhile, the Old Lyme Shopping Center is under contract. First Selectwoman Martha Shoemaker said she doesn’t know who the buyer is or what’s planned for the property.
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Lyme Land Trust Hosts Angler and Guide for Talk on Local Fishing, March 10
Are you a fishing enthusiast? Maybe you’re just curious about the fish lurking in Lyme’s local waterways. Either way, this Lyme Land Trust talk is for you.
Snow piles up in front of Early Dawn Farm
Blizzard Winterscapes: Scenes from Lyme and Old Lyme
James Meehan presents a collection of quiet winterscapes captured on Tuesday as the rest of Lyme and Old Lyme busily dug out from snowfall not seen in years.
McGregor poses for a photo at his desk.
Law Enforcement Runs in the Family for Old Lyme’s New Resident State Trooper
After more than a decade with the state police, including five years as a major crimes detective, Derek McGregor has added the title of resident state trooper to his resume.
A nondescript area of snowcovered trees.
UPDATED: Local Officials Urge Continued Caution as Powerful Winter Storm Rolls Out; Old Lyme Parking Ban Extended
Officials have announced more cancellations and an extended Old Lyme parking ban as they warn that cleanup won’t be quick.
Talking Transportation: Shore Line East Left Behind Again
Shore Line East is at risk of becoming a case study in how to discourage ridership. Is it any surprise that locals refer to the southeast part of our state as “Connecticut’s forgotten corner”?
The Movie Man: Best Picture Nominee ‘Bugonia’ is Bizarre, Biting, Brilliant … and a Long Shot
The collaboration between filmmaker Yorgos Lanthimos and actor Emma Stone “isn’t for everyone,” Ganey says.
Lyme-Old Lyme Boys Basketball Advances to Postseason, Girls Sign Off With Win
The boys are onto the postseason after a two-point win over Ellington, while the girls capped their season with a 40-31 victory over Ellis Tech.
The three women speak while Thomas gestures with both hands.
Small Town, Big Turnout: Lyme Wins Democracy Cup
At the award presentation Thursday, Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas said if there were an award for best turnout at a Democracy Cup ceremony, Lyme would win that too.
Learn About the Role of AI in Children’s Lives at Virtual Workshop, Feb. 26
Matt Mervis will guide participants through AI’s impact on children’s learning and provide practical ways to promote safe use at home.
A young boy plays a hole in a section of the course sponsored by Essex Financial.
Putting Through the Stacks: Mini Golf Takes Over Old Lyme Library March 7
Tee up for family friendly indoor mini golf, a 21+ Putt Party and raffle prizes at the library’s annual fundraiser.
Nine paintings are shown on a wall at the 2025 Future Choices show.
Calling All Student Artists: Shoreline Arts Alliance Invites Entries for Annual Competition
High school students in Lyme, Old Lyme and across the Shoreline region are invited to enter the 42nd Annual Future Choices visual arts competition.
Lyme-Old Lyme Boys Basketball Beats Hale-Ray as Girls Battle Short-Handed
Eddie Fiske Jr. and Ethan Trepanier scored 17 points each as Lyme-Old Lyme defeated Hale-Ray 72-41.
From Family Forts to Funny Films: There’s an Activity for Everyone in the Week Ahead
Wildlife programs, robotics workshops, and history talks are among the options for residents ranging from young children to older adults.
Expert Brings Historic Connecticut Gardens to Old Lyme, Wednesday
Historic Connecticut gardens take center stage as the Duck River Garden Club welcomes Roseland Cottage’s Laurie Masciandaro for this public program.
The Movie Man: ‘One Battle After Another’ Delivers Relevance and Style
When released in October, the movie seemed like a relatively distant dystopia. But within the first month of 2026, it seemed uncomfortably relevant.
In this painting, students with clipboards look ahead while one girl points with a pencil.
One Gallery, Five Acts at Lyme Art Association, Feb. 27 – April 10
The upcoming exhibition features five juried shows on themes ranging from abstract art to faces and figures. An opening reception will be held March 1.
Death Announced of Nancy Cass Strohla, Lifelong Learner Who Cultivated Connections
A celebration of Nancy’s life will be held at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme on Saturday, Feb. 28.
Chase Gilbert Sets Meet Record, Leads Lyme-Old Lyme at Class S Indoor Track & Field Championships
Senior standout Chase Gilbert won two events and set a meet record in the 1,000 meters at Saturday’s event.
Lyme-Old Lyme Boys Basketball Tops Classical Magnet, Westbrook in Pair of Wins
The Wildcats continue a strong season with a 16–2 overall record.
Talking Transportation: From Hartford to New York City by Night Boat
Two centuries ago, travelers from Hartford to New York relied on riverboats rather than highways or trains. It was a slow but scenic journey down the Connecticut River.

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