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Old Lyme’s Chase Gilbert Directs Gatorade Grant to Ticks Lacrosse

Ticks Lacrosse will receive a $1,000 Gatorade Community Grant from Chase Gilbert, who says her years with the program helped put her on track for a record-setting high school running career.
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Slow Early Voting Turnout Gives Old Lyme Officials Practice for November
As voters adjust to the early voting system, Old Lyme officials are using the primary as a practice run while weighing the added demands on poll workers and town resources.
Old Lyme Property Transactions, 8/5/26
It’s been a hot summer. From waterfront homes to vacant land, Old Lyme’s real estate market has seen more than 30 properties change hands since late May.
Death Announced of Betty Maerz, Formerly of Old Lyme, Remembered for Faith, Family and Art
Betty Maerz, 95, died July 30 at home in Riverview, Fla. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Aug. 12 in Essex, followed by burial at Duck River Cemetery in Old Lyme.
Old Lyme Native Lauren Romeo and Boyfriend Jake Compete for America’s Favorite Couple Title
Lauren Romeo may now call California home, but the Old Lyme native is asking the town that raised her to help propel her and boyfriend Jake into the next round of a national couple’s competition.
Lymes’ Senior Center to host free “Sun-Sational Summer Soirée,” Aug. 7
The event provides guests ages 55+ with music, charcuterie, dancing, games and a chance to meet new people. Pre-registration is required.
Death Announced of Catherine Jeanne Spencer of Lyme, Scholar and Teacher
The longtime Connecticut College professor and French literature scholar, who called Lyme home for many years, died July 27 at age 75.
Early Voting Starts for Democratic Primary in Lyme and Old Lyme
Here’s what Lyme and Old Lyme voters need to know about early voting, eligibility and new election procedures.
Old Lyme Seeks Community Photos for America 250 Commemorative Book
Share your best Old Lyme photos to help document the country’s 250th anniversary. Selected images may also be featured in town publications and online.
Old Lyme Closes Out $1.42 Million Emergency Operations Center Expansion With More Than Half Covered by Grants
The project received $798,000 in grant funding. About $30,000 in unused construction funds are expected to return to the town.
Old Lyme Residents Grapple With How to Preserve Identity While Planning for Housing Change
Residents weighing the future of residential development at a workshop this week debated whether protecting the town’s identity means resisting change or guiding it.

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