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Tips on How to Write to the FRA to Oppose the High Speed Railroad Route

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We received a helpful piece from SECoast.org offering detailed advice to our readers on how to write a letter to the Federal Rail Authority (FRA) to voice opposition to the proposed high speed rail Kenyon to Old Saybrook bypass and request an extension of the FRA's Comment period on the proposal from 30 to 60 days. The Town of Old Lyme has also sent out an email asking … [Read more...] about Tips on How to Write to the FRA to Oppose the High Speed Railroad Route

Report by Charlestown Citizen’s Alliance on Last Thursday’s Meeting in Old Lyme with Sen. Blumenthal About High Speed Train Route

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Here's an excellent report by the Charlestown Citizen's Alliance (CCA) on last Thursday's meeting. Ruth Platner, a member of CCA, which is based in Charlestown, R.I., attended the meeting. Blumenthal Not On-board Reed’s Train – He’s Taking A Different Track … [Read more...] about Report by Charlestown Citizen’s Alliance on Last Thursday’s Meeting in Old Lyme with Sen. Blumenthal About High Speed Train Route

Blumenthal, Carney Confirm Opposition to High Speed Rail Proposal, Encourage Others to do Same

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Updated Dec. 22, 2:35pm: Yesterday Sen. Richard Blumenthal (D) addressed a packed Meeting Room in Old Lyme Town Hall on the high-speed rail issue.  He was joined by State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd). Many readers have been in touch with us asking what they can do regarding taking effective action to express their opinions on this plan.   The comment period currently offered … [Read more...] about Blumenthal, Carney Confirm Opposition to High Speed Rail Proposal, Encourage Others to do Same

SECoast, CT Trust for Historic Preservation Request 60-Day Extension to NRA Waiting Period

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We have just received the text of a letter sent by SECoast and the Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) requesting an extension of the 30-day waiting period regarding the FRA's Preferred High Speed Railroad Route Alternative to 60 days. It reads as follows:: The Connecticut Trust for Historic Preservation and SECoast, … [Read more...] about SECoast, CT Trust for Historic Preservation Request 60-Day Extension to NRA Waiting Period

‘Hooters’ Hopes for Home in Old Lyme?

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Life is strange, isn't it? Since this past Friday, the threat of a high speed rail route passing under, or perhaps, over our beloved little town has become very real, but astonishingly -- in some ways -- we have actually received more direct communications about the possibility of "Hooters" moving into town than reactions to the railroad proposal! We asked Jane Cable, … [Read more...] about ‘Hooters’ Hopes for Home in Old Lyme?

Reemsnyder Responds to FRA Proposal to Route Train Through Old Lyme, Says It Will Not Happen

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Old Lyme First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder has issued the following statement in response to today's announcement by the Federal Rail Authority (FRA) that the FRA intends to pursue the Old Saybrook to Kenyon, R.I., option as their preferred route for the new high speed rail track between Boston and New York City with a tunnel taking the train under the Connecticut River and … [Read more...] about Reemsnyder Responds to FRA Proposal to Route Train Through Old Lyme, Says It Will Not Happen

FRA Endorses High Speed Rail Route Through Old Lyme, But With a Tunnel; Courtney, Malloy, Blumenthal, Murphy Express Strong Opposition to Plan

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The Federal Rail Authority (FRA) today released the Tier 1 Final Environmental Impact Statement (Tier 1 Final EIS) for NEC FUTURE and it is now available for download at www.necfuture.com. The preferred route includes the controversial Old Saybrook to Kenyon, R.I., by-pass which runs through Old Lyme, and a tunnel in the same area. Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), … [Read more...] about FRA Endorses High Speed Rail Route Through Old Lyme, But With a Tunnel; Courtney, Malloy, Blumenthal, Murphy Express Strong Opposition to Plan

High Speed Rail Plan to be Announced at 10am Today, Likely to Include Route Through Old Lyme; Stroud Explains 30-Day Timeline to Respond

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SECoast.org sent out an e-blast  yesterday afternoon stating the following: "Congressional and other sources confirm that the the Federal Railroad Administration will be announcing the final blueprint for NEC Future on Friday 12/16. The Congressional delegation will be briefed at 10:00 a.m. and we expected to be briefed at around 11:30 a.m. The announcement will then … [Read more...] about High Speed Rail Plan to be Announced at 10am Today, Likely to Include Route Through Old Lyme; Stroud Explains 30-Day Timeline to Respond

High Speed Rail Decision Coming Soon?

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We note from the SECoast.org blog that a decision regarding the proposed high speed rail track may be imminent. An entry on the blog dated Dec. 12 states, "High Speed Rail Update: Keep close watch for a possible announcement of the NEC Future "Preferred Alternative" -- the finalized rail maps for the Northeast Corridor -- on or before December 20th. That would leave just … [Read more...] about High Speed Rail Decision Coming Soon?

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Junior Appointed to Governor’s Prevention Partnership Youth Council

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Emma Sked, a junior at Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS), has been appointed to the Governor’s Prevention Partnership Youth Council. She is one of eight Connecticut youth selected through a competitive application process to serve as a member of this statewide organization whose mission is to help prevent underage drinking and substance use, prevent youth violence and … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Junior Appointed to Governor’s Prevention Partnership Youth Council

Reynolds Subaru of Lyme Presents ‘Ambassadors Grant’ to Estuary’s MOW Program in Memory of Gary Reynolds

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The Estuary Council of Seniors recently received, through Reynolds Subaru, the Ambassadors Grant from the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) in memory of Gary Reynolds, owner of Reynolds Garage & Marine Inc. in Lyme, CT.  Gary Reynolds was well known for his distinguished career in the automotive retail industry and his generosity in our local communities.  He … [Read more...] about Reynolds Subaru of Lyme Presents ‘Ambassadors Grant’ to Estuary’s MOW Program in Memory of Gary Reynolds

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Return Home Safely After Playing in Hawaii at Pearl Harbor 75th Anniversary Ceremony

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Members of the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) band and chorus performed yesterday on the pier adjacent to the USS Missouri in Waikiki, Hawaii, as part of the 75th anniversary commemoration of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Meanwhile, here in Old Lyme, around 150 people gathered in the auditorium of the high school late yesterday afternoon to watch the band and chorus perform as … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Return Home Safely After Playing in Hawaii at Pearl Harbor 75th Anniversary Ceremony

‘Con Brio’ Turns 20, Gives Second Christmas Concert This Afternoon

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On Friday, Dec. 9, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 11 at 3 p.m., Con Brio Choral Society will produce two Christmas concerts with full orchestra in Old Lyme at Christ the King Church, 1 McCurdy Lane. Con Brio, the shoreline’s renowned all-auditioned chorus, is celebrating its 20th birthday!  This year Con Brio remembers its past with much loved pieces and looks forward with new … [Read more...] about ‘Con Brio’ Turns 20, Gives Second Christmas Concert This Afternoon

Lyme-Old Lyme Education Foundation Hosts Extreme Sports Film Tonight as Fundraiser; All Welcome

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The most respected name in action sports film production, Warren Miller Entertainment, has announced its 67th full length feature film, Here, There & Everywhere, will be shown at the Lyme-Old Lyme High School Auditorium on Thursday, Dec. 8. Travel along with the Warren Miller film crew to Crested Butte, Eastern Greenland, Kicking Horse BC, Montana’s Glacier Country, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Education Foundation Hosts Extreme Sports Film Tonight as Fundraiser; All Welcome