OLD LYME – On Tuesday, March 12, Eversource presented the Old Lyme Fire Department with a $1500 Community Impact Grant. Eversource is a leading energy company committed to supporting local communities. The presentation was held at the Old Lyme Fire Headquarters at 69 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT. The grant presentation signified Eversource's dedication to fostering … [Read more...] about Eversource Presents Old Lyme Fire Department with Community Impact Grant
Death Announced of Shirley E. (Kahl) DiScipio of Old Lyme; Mother of Kim Pierpont of OL, Vinnie DiScipio of Niantic
OLD LYME - Shirley E. (Kahl) DiScipio, 84, of Old Lyme, widow of Frederick DiScipio, passed away peacefully with her family at her bedside Friday, March 1, 2024. She was born in Hartford, to Paul and Dora (Fischer) Kahl Feb. 15, 1940. Shirley leaves her children, Kim (DiScipio) Pierpont and her husband Eddie of Old Lyme, and Vinnie DiScipio and his wife Patty of Niantic … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Shirley E. (Kahl) DiScipio of Old Lyme; Mother of Kim Pierpont of OL, Vinnie DiScipio of Niantic
Old Lyme’s Gemme Wins Two Girl’s 132lb Wrestling Titles—State Open, New England Regional
OLD LYME— Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Junior Hoshena Gemme has pulled off a string of significant victories recently, successfully putting Old Lyme firmly on the map for the sport in the process. She won the Girl’s State Open 132lb title in New Haven a few weeks ago and then last weekend in Providence, R.I., she took top honors in the Girl’s New England Regional … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Gemme Wins Two Girl’s 132lb Wrestling Titles—State Open, New England Regional
Old Lyme Advance to State Quarterfinals with Feisty Win Over Grasso Tech
OLD LYME—The Wildcats advanced to the CIAC Division V quarter-finals last night with a 53-44 win over the Grasso Tech Eagles—but it did not come easily. To quote from rookie coach Dylan Sheffield's words in his post-game interview, the team was "grinding" as it clawed out the unexpectedly tough victory.. The Eagles drew up to just one point away from Old Lyme in the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Advance to State Quarterfinals with Feisty Win Over Grasso Tech
Old Lyme Boys Play at Home Tonight in 2nd Round of State Championship
OLD LYME— UPDATE 8:12pm: Old Lyme defeated Grasso Tech 53-44 in tonight’s game. Tonight, Thursday March 7, at 6:30 p.m., third-ranked Old Lyme will host #14 Grasso Tech in a second round match-up in the CIAC Division V tournament. The Wildcats secured a bye in the first round. The game will be played in the Lyme-Old Lyme High School gym. All are welcome to come on down … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Boys Play at Home Tonight in 2nd Round of State Championship
Death Announced of Bruce David Baratz of Old Lyme, Active in Various Conservation Efforts in OL
OLD LYME—Bruce David Baratz, of Old Lyme, passed away in Middletown Feb. 26, 2024. He was born in New London, Nov. 8, 1943, to the late Wilbur and Frances (Sears) Baratz.... Bruce was active in the New London Rotary Club and various conservation efforts in Old Lyme.Bruce is survived by his brothers, Robert Baratz (Robin) of Newton, Mass., and James Baratz (Donna Zaremba) of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Bruce David Baratz of Old Lyme, Active in Various Conservation Efforts in OL
Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
OLD LYME—The Lyme Art Association invites you to its historic galleries for the return of An Exhibition in Four Acts, which showcases the assorted styles of its talented artists. Each juried show looks at the world through a different lens. Running concurrently a travel-themed show titled, All the World’s a Stage. An Opening Reception for both shows will be held Sunday, … [Read more...] about Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
Wildcats Defeated by Morgan in Hard-Fought Shoreline Semifinal
OLD LYME—UPDATED 03/01: This week the CIAC announced both the rankings and play-off schedule for qualifying teams in all divisions for the upcoming CIAC tournaments. Old Lyme is ranked #3 and secured a 1st round bye. On Thursday March 7, at 6:30 p.m., the Wildcats will host the winner of #14 Grasso Tech vs #19 HMTCA (Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy.) CLINTON, … [Read more...] about Wildcats Defeated by Morgan in Hard-Fought Shoreline Semifinal
Death Announced of Anita Bugbee Welles, 92, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme
OLD LYME — Anita Bugbee Welles, 92, a longtime resident of Old Lyme, passed away peacefully on the morning of Feb. 15, 2024, at Middlesex Hospital in Middletown after a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of John A. Welles Sr., who predeceased her in 2007. She was born in Old Lyme on March 4, 1931, the daughter of John C. Bugbee Sr. and Dorothy (Burke) Bugbee.She was the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Anita Bugbee Welles, 92, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme
Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Celebrates Donation of Garage from Saint Ann’s Church
OLD LYME—At its recent board meeting, the Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) celebrated a donation from St. Ann’s Episcopal Church of Old Lyme, who generously funded the purchase of a garage for the LOLFSG. The Rev .Anita Schell of St. Ann’s noted, “It’s all about partnerships.” The structure will house the garden’s tractor and other materials … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Celebrates Donation of Garage from Saint Ann’s Church
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Q2 Honor Rolls
LYME-OLD LYME HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLLQuarter 2 2023-24 HIGH HONORS Grade 12: Emma Bayor, Oliver Berry, Alis Bicic, Elliot Bjornberg, Henry Boller, Drew Brackley, Natalie Buckley, Jackson Bullock, Emma Cook, Ella Curtiss-Reardon, Macklin Cushman, Eric Dagher, Sydney Doboe, Eva D'Onofrio, Marcia Geronimo, Sydney Goulding, Alexis Grasdock, Justin Green, Douglas Griswold, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Q2 Honor Rolls
Lyme/Old Lyme Lions Announce 2024 Student Scholarship Program
LYME/OLD LYME -- The Lyme / Old Lyme (LOL) Lions Club will again this year be awarding scholarships to Lyme / Old Lyme High School graduating seniors and/or currently enrolled college, university, technical or vocational school students. Eligibility Criteria and critical dates for the program are indicated on the application and cover letter. The scholarship … [Read more...] about Lyme/Old Lyme Lions Announce 2024 Student Scholarship Program
Death Announced of Steven Wilson of Old Lyme, 57, Former Chair of LOL Schools Board of Education; Full Obituary Now Published
OLD LYME — We have learned of the death of Steven John Wilson, of Old Lyme, who passed away Monday, Feb. 19, 2024. He was chairman of the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Board of Education until this past December 2023. His full obituary has now been published. Steven J. Wilson, age 57, of Old Lyme, CT passed away on February 19, 2024 after a brief illness ... After graduating from … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Steven Wilson of Old Lyme, 57, Former Chair of LOL Schools Board of Education; Full Obituary Now Published
Old Lyme Freshman Fiske Named to Shoreline 1st Team All-Conference, OL Senior Hine to 2nd Team
OLD LYME/CLINTON—Old Lyme went into this semifinal following the announcement of "All-Conference Players" by the Shoreline Boys Basketball Conference. The roster of players awarded All-Conference honors included Old Lyme Freshman Eddie Fiske Jr., who was named to the 1st team and Senior Leland Hine, who was named to the 2nd team. Congratulations to both players ... and, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Freshman Fiske Named to Shoreline 1st Team All-Conference, OL Senior Hine to 2nd Team
William Pitt Sotheby’s Names Beth Cote of Old Lyme as Brokerage Manager for its OL, Niantic Offices; Heather Gagnon of OL Takes Same Role for Mystic Office
OLD LYME/NEW LONDON COUNTY — William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty has announced that Beth Cote of Old Lyme, formerly a top-performing real estate agent with the firm’s Old Lyme brokerage, is now Brokerage Manager for the firm’s Old Lyme and Niantic offices. In addition, Heather Gagnon, also an Old Lyme resident, who previously managed these two … [Read more...] about William Pitt Sotheby’s Names Beth Cote of Old Lyme as Brokerage Manager for its OL, Niantic Offices; Heather Gagnon of OL Takes Same Role for Mystic Office