OLD SAYBROOK—The popular Handel’s Messiah Sing or Listen community event, sponsored by Cappella Cantorum, will be held on Sunday, Dec. 22, at 2 p.m. at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center (The Kate), 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook. All are welcome — sit in the back and listen, or join the group down front and sing along with other talented area vocalists to create an … [Read more...] about Cappella Cantorum Hosts Annual ‘Messiah’ Sing or Listen at ‘The Kate,’ This Afternoon
Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Reminds Local Veterans, Vet Families In Need to Reach Out to Them for Help
LYME/OLD LYME--Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) VFW Post 1467 reminds all local Veterans and Veteran families in need that they can reach out to the Post to request a great variety of types of assistance. All that is required is the Veteran's DDForm214 Record of Military Service and a call to Services Officer, Navy Retired Captain Larry Olsen at 607-220-7137. The Services Officer will … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Reminds Local Veterans, Vet Families In Need to Reach Out to Them for Help
Lyme Consolidated School Receives $23.7K Grant From ‘CT Grown for CT Kids’ Program
LYME–The Connecticut Department of Agriculture has announced that Lyme is among the 15 communities receiving a $23,753 grant through the 'CT Grown for CT Kids' program. Lyme Consolidated School will receive the grant to support its “Waste Warriors” project. This project teaches local students about the value of composting, which allows them to reduce food waste and learn how … [Read more...] about Lyme Consolidated School Receives $23.7K Grant From ‘CT Grown for CT Kids’ Program
Death of Gail Barber Announced; Cherished her Old Lyme Roots, Graduate of OLHS in Class of 29 Students
OLD SAYBROOK—Gail M. Barber, 85, of Old Saybrook, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 11th, at Ocean Meadows Memory Care in Clinton. Born in New London to John J. Molloy and Teresa Hausmann Molloy, Gail cherished her roots in Old Lyme, where she graduated from high school in a class of just 29 students. Gail spent most of her working life at R. R. Donnelley in Old … [Read more...] about Death of Gail Barber Announced; Cherished her Old Lyme Roots, Graduate of OLHS in Class of 29 Students
State Rep. Carney Appointed House Ranking Member of New Government Oversight Committee
HARTFORD/LYME/OLD LYME – State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd), whose Distrcit includes both Lyme and Old Lyme, was recently appointed Ranking Member of the General Assembly's newly-created Government Oversight Committee by House Republican Leader State Representative Vincent Candelora (R-86th). It is expected that the committee will focus on matters related … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Appointed House Ranking Member of New Government Oversight Committee
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Q1 Honor Rolls
Lyme-Old Lyme High School 2024-25 Quarter 1 Honor Roll HIGH HONORSGrade 12Micah Bass, Gavin Biega, Molly Boardman, Nathaniel Bradley, Mark Burnham, Chase Calderon, Dominic Clark, Andrew Clougherty, Tabitha Colwell, Gloria Conley, Chloe Datum, Andrea DeBernardo, Caeli Edmed, Anna Eichholz, Grace Ferman, Benedict Frazier, Salvatore Gencarella, Manu Geronimo, Christopher … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Q1 Honor Rolls
Death Announced of Judith “Judy” W. Simmons, 93; Active, Longtime Member of First Congregational Church of Old Lyme; Celebration of Life to be Held Jan. 11, 2025
ESSEX—Judith "Judy" W. Simmons, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend to many passed away at the age of 93 years, Sept. 15, 2024, after a short illness. She was born in Brockton, Mass., April 12, 1931, to Raymond and Morna Gertrude White, where she resided throughout her entire childhood. Judy graduated from Brockton High School and Boston … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Judith “Judy” W. Simmons, 93; Active, Longtime Member of First Congregational Church of Old Lyme; Celebration of Life to be Held Jan. 11, 2025
‘A Labor of Love’ Reopens on Lyme St.; Old Lyme Children’s Learning Center Celebrates Successful Completion of Renovations
OLD LYME—It was a brisk and sunny afternoon on Saturday when state and local officials, Old Lyme Children's Learning Center (OLCLC) Board Members and members of the public gathered at the OLCLC building at 57 Lyme St.for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the reopening of the Center after a major renovation. The ribbon-cutting was followed by an Open House with children's … [Read more...] about ‘A Labor of Love’ Reopens on Lyme St.; Old Lyme Children’s Learning Center Celebrates Successful Completion of Renovations
Death Announced of Armand Romeo of Old Lyme, Father of Alex Romeo of OL
OLD LYME — On Dec. 7, 2024, Armand Romeo died at his home in Old Lyme. A mass will be held at 11 a.m. Dec. 14, at Christ the King Church in Old Lyme … Armand Anthony Romeo was born in New Britain to Armando and Maria Romeo Nov. 11, 1934. When he moved to Old Lyme in seventh grade he met the love of his life, Barbara Mather. They were married in 1952 and lived in Old Lyme for … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Armand Romeo of Old Lyme, Father of Alex Romeo of OL
Happy 21st Birthday to Us! Looking to the Future for ‘The Cornerstone of the Community’
A reader recently described LymeLine as “The Cornerstone of the Community for News and Information." Those words made my day since they perfectly describe LymeLine's mission, and how we at LymeLine feel about the Lyme-Old Lyme community we serve.We aim to present accurate, objective coverage of Lyme and Old Lyme community news, events and information while striving at all times … [Read more...] about Happy 21st Birthday to Us! Looking to the Future for ‘The Cornerstone of the Community’
Old Lyme Junior Gilbert Qualifies for X-Country Nationals in San Diego, First Ever OL Runner to Reach Nationals
BOSTON, MA—UPDATED 12/02 WITH NEW PHOTOS: On Saturday, Nov. 30, Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Junior Chase Gilbert qualified for the Footlocker Cross Country National Championship with her fifth place finish in the 5,000-meter course at the Northeast Regional Championships at Franklin Park In Boston. Gilbert's time was 17:56.9—only around six seconds behind the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Junior Gilbert Qualifies for X-Country Nationals in San Diego, First Ever OL Runner to Reach Nationals
Ribbon-Cutting Held for Renovated Greenhouse at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School: UPDATED
OLD LYME — Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School welcomed more than a dozen community members to view the renovated school greenhouse at a ribbon-cutting ceremony held Tuesday, Nov. 19. The greenhouse has been renovated as a partnership between Lyme-Old Lyme Schools, the Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG), and the community. At the ribbon-cutting, Lyme … [Read more...] about Ribbon-Cutting Held for Renovated Greenhouse at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School: UPDATED
‘All Paintings Great and Small’ on View at The Cooley Gallery in Old Lyme, Special Holiday Hours Announced
OLD LYME -- This evening, The Cooley Gallery at 25 Lyme St. hosts an opening reception for the annual holiday exhibition All Paintings Great and Small from 5 to 7 p.m. The exhibition features historic and contemporary works of art 12" in size or smaller. For many in the area, this annual exhibition and opening celebration represents the undisputed kick-off to the holiday … [Read more...] about ‘All Paintings Great and Small’ on View at The Cooley Gallery in Old Lyme, Special Holiday Hours Announced
Sudden Death Announced of Ting Chen, 35, of Old Lyme; Attending Physician at L & M Hospital
OLD LYME - Ting Chen's life was a testament to dedication, kindness, and love - values that shaped both his professional and personal legacy. Ting was born in 1989, in a small village in Fujian, China. Immigrating to the United States at the age of nine ... Upon completion of residency in 2022, he moved with his family to Old Lyme, where he took a position as an attending … [Read more...] about Sudden Death Announced of Ting Chen, 35, of Old Lyme; Attending Physician at L & M Hospital
Death Announced of Ronald John Procko, Father of Nicholas Procko of Old Lyme
NEW BRITAIN/OLD LYME—It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the untimely passing of Ronald John Procko, aged 67, of New Britain, Connecticut, who left us on November 14, 2024. ... Born on October 20, 1957, Ron was a devoted father who cherished time spent with family ... Ron is survived by his son, Nicholas Procko and his wife Keri and their children … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ronald John Procko, Father of Nicholas Procko of Old Lyme