Decision Delayed on Which Town Landings Fall Under Harbor Management's Purview OLD LYME–The Board of Selectmen on Wednesday unanimously approved changes to a local ordinance that they hope will make it safer to swim and boat at Sound View Beach as early as June 3. Meanwhile, they deferred separate changes to the same ordinance that would have laid out which … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Board of Selectmen Approves Changes from Harbor Management to Bolster ‘Law and Order’ at Sound View Beach
Essex Savings Bank Announces New Name, Prepares to Celebrate 175th Anniversary
ESSEX–The Essex Savings Bank is shortening its name. The institution, which has a branch in Old Lyme, announced it will be known as Essex Bank as of Oct. 1. Its new logo is shown at left. President and CEO Diane Arnold in a press release said the new name better reflects the bank's expanding services, including trust and wealth management services. “As we … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Announces New Name, Prepares to Celebrate 175th Anniversary
Voters Approve 7.39% Budget Increase for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools by Comfortable Margin
Low Turnout in Rainy Weather LYME/OLD LYME--The Region 18 school district’s $39.7 million 2025-26 budget has gone from proposed to official now that voters in Lyme and Old Lyme have approved the spending plan, which is up 7.39% over the current budget. Unofficial numbers show the budget passed by 457 votes to 297, which reflects 60.6% of voters supporting the budget … [Read more...] about Voters Approve 7.39% Budget Increase for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools by Comfortable Margin
Horseneck Creek Dispute Resurfaces After Harbor Management Make Late Changes to Draft Ordinance
Old Lyme Selectmen to Meet at 11am to Continue Discussion, Intent was to Send Ordinance to May 19 Town Meeting for Approval OLD LYME–A jurisdictional dispute over management of the Horseneck Creek Landing has resurfaced in the form of “last-minute” language inserted into a draft Harbor Management Commission Ordinance, according to Selectman Jim Lampos. Selectmen at … [Read more...] about Horseneck Creek Dispute Resurfaces After Harbor Management Make Late Changes to Draft Ordinance
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Board Sends Unchanged Budget Proposal to Tuesday Referendum
OLD LYME–The Region 18 Board of Education on Monday evening unanimously sent the proposed $39.7 million 2025-26 budget to referendum unchanged despite calls from several residents to take money out of its reserve funds to reduce the impact on taxpayers going forward. The referendum will be held Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m. Old Lyme residents and qualified taxpayers will … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Board Sends Unchanged Budget Proposal to Tuesday Referendum
Labrador Retriever Viera Brings Comfort Both Across State, At Home in Old Lyme
OLD LYME–One of the latest graduates of the Connecticut State Police Comfort K9 program is a Labrador Retriever named Viera who, in four short months, has been there for traumatized children, shell-shocked First Responders, and her own partner, when they most needed a helping paw. Viera had spent most of her life in training for the New York-based Guiding Eyes for the Blind … [Read more...] about Labrador Retriever Viera Brings Comfort Both Across State, At Home in Old Lyme
Lyme Grange Hosts Plant Sale, May 10
LYME, CT — Come pick out that special gift for mom or browse the selection of heirloom tomatoes, annuals, vegetables, herbs, hanging baskets, geraniums, hydrangeas, perennials and shrubs at the Lyme Grange's annual Spring Plant Sale this weekend. The sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 10 at the historic Lyme Grange building on Rt 156 and Sterling City … [Read more...] about Lyme Grange Hosts Plant Sale, May 10
Crosby Fund for Haitian Education to Hold Fundraising Annual Dinner in Old Lyme, May 18
OLD LYME – The Crosby Fund for Haitian Education will hold its Annual Haitian Dinner on Sunday, May 18, at 5:30 p.m. The dinner will take place at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL), 2 Ferry Rd. The authentic Haitian dinner will be catered by ‘Mommy’s Delicious Food’ in Norwich. Becky Crosby will offer a Powerpoint presentation sharing the ongoing … [Read more...] about Crosby Fund for Haitian Education to Hold Fundraising Annual Dinner in Old Lyme, May 18
High Hopes Sets its ‘Summer Soirée’ for June 7 in Old Lyme
OLD LYME — High Hopes Therapeutic Riding will celebrate its next 50 years with its annual gala on June 7. The equine-assisted therapy program is seeking sponsors for the Summer Soirée, which will give community leaders and changemakers the opportunity to mingle, dine and dance to the sounds of the New England-based party band Sugar. One of Eastern Connecticut’s … [Read more...] about High Hopes Sets its ‘Summer Soirée’ for June 7 in Old Lyme
Word-Based Paintings by John Boone on View at Lyman Allyn Through Aug. 10
NEW LONDON –Lyman Allyn Art Museum will hold an opening reception for its latest exhibit, “John Boone – WhatsWhat,” on Friday, May 2, from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibit of word-based paintings will continue through Aug. 10. The museum in a press release said Boone, who is based in Stonington and Brooklyn, NY, has long explored text-based art in his studio practice. His … [Read more...] about Word-Based Paintings by John Boone on View at Lyman Allyn Through Aug. 10
Ferry Landing Pier/Boardwalk Closes in Old Lyme, Another Pier Opens in Haddam
New Pier Provides Alternate Fishing Location While Old Lyme Boardwalk Closed During Construction of New Connecticut River Bridge OLD LYME–The state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has announced the opening of the pier at Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam as an alternate fishing location for local anglers and outdoor enthusiasts who have been … [Read more...] about Ferry Landing Pier/Boardwalk Closes in Old Lyme, Another Pier Opens in Haddam
FloGris Museum Celebrates Mother’s Day With $5 Admission for All Women
OLD LYME–The Florence Griswold Museum is honoring motherhood with reduced-price admission of $5.00 for all women from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday. Visitors on Mother’s Day can enjoy the Griswold Boardinghouse for Artists and tour the current exhibitions, which include, “Their Kindred Earth: Photographs by William Earle Williams,” “An American Place: The Art Colony at Old … [Read more...] about FloGris Museum Celebrates Mother’s Day With $5 Admission for All Women
Referendum on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Budget to be Held Tuesday, Budget Meeting Monday
'Rainy Day Fund' Will Not be Used to Offset 7.4% Budget Increase LYME/OLD LYME–Registered voters and qualified taxpayers on Tuesday will be asked to weigh in on the proposed $39.7 million budget for the regional school district serving Lyme and Old Lyme. The District 18 Board of Education earlier this month voted unanimously to hold a District Budget Meeting this … [Read more...] about Referendum on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Budget to be Held Tuesday, Budget Meeting Monday
Take a McCulloch Family Open Space Hike and/or Join ‘Hiker’s Happy Hour’ at Old Lyme Inn
OLD LYME — The Old Lyme Land Trust, the Old Lyme Open Space Commission and the Old Lyme Inn are sponsoring a “Hiker’s Happy Hour” on Wednesday, May 7. A guided walk will leave at 4:15 p.m. from the cul de sac of Flat Rock Hill Road. All are welcome. After the hike, people will re-group at the nearby Old Lyme Inn for discounted drinks and appetizers. You need not … [Read more...] about Take a McCulloch Family Open Space Hike and/or Join ‘Hiker’s Happy Hour’ at Old Lyme Inn
Septic Truck Catches Fire on Halls Rd. in Old Lyme
OLD LYME–The local fire marshal said a blaze that ignited in the engine compartment of a septic pumper truck was contained to the cab by firefighters in a Halls Road parking lot Wednesday afternoon. Old Lyme crews were called to the Old Lyme Shopping Center at 1:16 p.m., according to Old Lyme Fire Marshal David Roberge. Lyme and Old Saybrook fire departments also … [Read more...] about Septic Truck Catches Fire on Halls Rd. in Old Lyme