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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.

Connecticut Port Authority Visits Old Lyme to Highlight Harbor Improvement Projects

A visit from Port Authority Director Michael O'Connor showcased improvements including navigation upgrades, an accessible public dock project and expansion of the town dock.

World Series Hopes End for Shoreline Wildcats in Senior League Softball East Regional Championship

The Connecticut state champions fell one game short of a return trip to the Little League Senior League Softball World Series after a 7-5 loss to Pennsylvania.

Death Announced of Eugenie Tyler Copp of Old Lyme, Whose Life Spanned a Century of Change

Born in the 1920s, she knew the hardships of the Great Depression and World War II, and marvelled at unimaginable discoveries in science and technology.

Speak Up, Old Lyme: Resiliency and Housing on the Table Wednesday

Residents will have two chances to weigh in on major planning efforts shaping the town’s future.

Lyme-Old Lyme’s Shoreline Wildcats Enter Regional Bracket Play Undefeated

The team, representing Connecticut in the Little League Senior Softball East Region Tournament, will begin bracket play Monday after a 10-0 win over Massachusetts.