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Old Lyme Hosts Online Survey to Find Out Where Residents Get Their Local News

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OLD LYME — The Town of Old Lyme (OL) is carrying out a survey to understand how both seasonal and year-round residents obtain their local news. The primary purpose of the survey is to understand seasonal residents' off-season newspaper access and subscriptions. The Town's current Ordinance requires posting notice of town meetings in major newspapers during the months of … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Hosts Online Survey to Find Out Where Residents Get Their Local News

Lyme-Old Lyme Troop 26 Scouts, Leaders Hike 90 Miles in 12 Days in New Mexico

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LYME/OLD LYME —Twenty-two Scouts and Scout Leaders from Lyme-Old Lyme Troop 26 recently completed 90 miles of hiking over 12 days in Northern New Mexico.  The Scouts visited Philmont Scout Ranch, a 214-sq. mile rugged mountain wilderness area.  The Ranch offered the Scouts the chance to learn leadership and outdoor skills as they backpacked to a new wilderness … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Troop 26 Scouts, Leaders Hike 90 Miles in 12 Days in New Mexico

Death Announced of Sandra Joncus of Old Lyme, Memorial Service Held at South Lyme Chapel

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OLD LYME — Sandra Joncus, a reference librarian in Waterford for decades and a resident of Old Lyme for over half a century, passed away at the age of 90, in the early hours of July 16, 2024, at Greentree Manor in Waterford. She is survived by her three children and their spouses, Stephen and Rose (Cleavenger) Joncus, Leslie and Nural Akchurin and Andrew and Berta (Tucker) … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Sandra Joncus of Old Lyme, Memorial Service Held at South Lyme Chapel

Sunny Memories Made at Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival

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OLD LYME—Glorious sunshine greeted Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival on Saturday and the day continued under clear skies all the way through to the fabulous fireworks late in the late evening. Things kicked off with the 5K Midsummer Run organized by Lymes' Youth Service Bureau followed by the always popular Kids' Run. There were stands galore at Lyme Art Association … [Read more...] about Sunny Memories Made at Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival

Valley Shore Animal Welfare League Seeks New Members, Supporters; has Dogs, Cats Available for Adoption

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WESTBROOK—Located on Horse Hill Road in Westbrook, Valley Shore Animal Welfare League (VSAWL) is a haven for four-legged friends and those looking to adopt them. At VSAWL both cats and dogs are sheltered and provided with necessary veterinary care and companionship. A dedicated group of staff and volunteers care for the animals’ daily needs as well as maintain the building … [Read more...] about Valley Shore Animal Welfare League Seeks New Members, Supporters; has Dogs, Cats Available for Adoption

Death Announced of Thomas “Tom” Grasselli Fowler of Old Lyme, Husband of Elizabeth Traynor Fowler

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OLD LYME—Thomas "Tom" Grasselli Fowler was born on April 25, 1958, in Houston, Texas. He died peacefully on July 22, 2024 at his home in Old Lyme, Connecticut with his beloved wife Liz and daughter Mary at his side. ... Tom led the charge to move back to New York and Connecticut in 2018 after two decades in Shaker Heights, Ohio. He delighted in his deep and long-lasting … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Thomas “Tom” Grasselli Fowler of Old Lyme, Husband of Elizabeth Traynor Fowler

Record Results Registered at White Elephant Sale

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OLD LYME—We wondered how the rain had impacted this year's White Elephant Sale (WES) and so we asked WES Chairman Bob Davis about the sale results. He said via email, "The 86th White Elephant Sale was another huge success in spite of the torrential rains on Saturday. It was another record sale and the proceeds will go a long way to supporting various charities." He added, … [Read more...] about Record Results Registered at White Elephant Sale

Essex Printing, Old Lyme Fire Department Receive Pinnacle Award in New England Print Contest

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OLD LYME—The Print Industry of New England (PINE) announced on May 9, 2024 that Essex Printing and the Old Lyme Fire Department (OLFD) have received the Pinnacle Award in PINE’s New England Regional Awards of Excellence competition. Judged anonymously on its own merit in the soft cover book category with similar printed pieces, the award was for the Old Lyme Fire Department … [Read more...] about Essex Printing, Old Lyme Fire Department Receive Pinnacle Award in New England Print Contest

Con Brio Founding Music Director Dr. Stephen Bruce Announces Retirement at End of Upcoming Season

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Dr. Chris Shepard Appointed to Replace Bruce, Associate Music Director Susan Saltus Also Retiring After 28 years as the Founding Music Director of Con Brio Choral Society, Dr. Stephen Bruce of Groton has announced his retirement, commencing in July 2025.  Dr. Bruce has directed the group since the organization’s founding in 1997. Under his baton, Con Brio has grown … [Read more...] about Con Brio Founding Music Director Dr. Stephen Bruce Announces Retirement at End of Upcoming Season

Death Announced of Roxanne Teguis Pappas, Mother of Althea Caulkins of Old Lyme

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DANIELSON, CONN. – Roxanne Teguis Pappas, 92, a longtime resident of Killingly, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on Friday morning, July 12, 2024, at Westview Health Care Center. She was the loving wife of the late George Peter Pappas, and the daughter of the late Nick Peter and Irene (Karapanos) Teguis. Roxanne was born in the former Yugoslavia and came … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Roxanne Teguis Pappas, Mother of Althea Caulkins of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Paul H. Holt of Old Lyme, Longtime Trustee of Florence Griswold Museum

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OLD LYME — Paul Francis Hugo Holt died at his home in Old Lyme, CT, on June 18th at age 78. He was the only son of Henry and Clara Holt (née Purslow), born in London, UK in 1946. He is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Linda; daughters Nicki Brown (George) and Melissa Rowles (Terry), and son Andrew Holt (Mary Grace); and grandchildren Chelsey, Benji, Lily and Hugo … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Paul H. Holt of Old Lyme, Longtime Trustee of Florence Griswold Museum

Looking Back at the Always Extraordinary ‘White Elephant Sale’, 10 Facts You May Not Know About It

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OLD LYME—It may have been a little damp but the eagerly-anticipated White Elephant Sale hosted by the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme duly opened yesterday on the first strike of the church clock at 9 a.m. It was open again Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 noon, when most items were half-price.  Organized by the LBS (Ladies Benevolent Society) of the church, the sale has … [Read more...] about Looking Back at the Always Extraordinary ‘White Elephant Sale’, 10 Facts You May Not Know About It

Death Announced of Daniel E. Lynch, Former ‘Mayor’ of Old Lyme Shores

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Daniel E. Lynch, formerly of West Hartford and Old Lyme, and loving husband of Alice (Walsh) Lynch for 69 years, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2024. Dan was born in Hartford, Connecticut on July 7, 1933, the youngest of three sons to Margaret (Shea) and William Lynch. He was educated locally and attended Providence College ... ... Later years were spent at Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Daniel E. Lynch, Former ‘Mayor’ of Old Lyme Shores

Weather Cancels Sound View Parade … But It Happens Anyway … on Much Smaller Scale!

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"This sense of community - of caring - is what makes Sound View special" (Mary Daley) OLD LYME— Rain may have canceled Sound View's traditional parade but Joann Lishing, who assists with organizing the parade, tells LymeLine, "Decorated people, golf carts, and so forth, showed up and had their own parade!" Sound View resident and LymeLine reader Mary Daley adds, "The … [Read more...] about Weather Cancels Sound View Parade … But It Happens Anyway … on Much Smaller Scale!