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Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center in Old Lyme Hosts Family Day, April 26

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OLD LYME – The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center will host an afternoon of fun and discovery at its annual Family Day on Saturday, April 26.  The event will be held from 1 to 5 p.m. at the center, 100 Lyme St.  Activities include science experiments, nature building, games, crafts, and plein-air painting along the Lieutenant River. Local band Sunny Train will … [Read more...] about Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center in Old Lyme Hosts Family Day, April 26

Old Lyme Residents Invited to Join ‘Two Lights for Tomorrow’ by Shining Two Lights in Their Window, April 19

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OLD LYME — Old Lyme is participating in a national recognition called Two Lights for Tomorrow. State and municipal buildings, businesses, organizations, and homes across the US will be shining two lights in their evening windows as a nod to “One if by Land, Two if by Sea.”  The commemoration also signifies a unifying call to action for our citizens to celebrate and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Residents Invited to Join ‘Two Lights for Tomorrow’ by Shining Two Lights in Their Window, April 19

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Tuesday Sports Round-Up

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Girls' Lacrosse On Tuesday, April 8, Lyme-Old Lyme High School Girls Lacrosse opened the season against Morgan at home. Old Lyme won 13-5 and is 1-0 on the season. Goal-scorers for Old Lyme were Sadie Lukasiewski with four goals, Anna Bussman with three goals, and Elise Marchant with two. Goal-scorers with assists were Anne-Marie Hinckley with one goal and one assist, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Tuesday Sports Round-Up

Death Announced of Samuel “Sam” Meredith Strong III, Founder of ‘The Strong Agency’ in Old Lyme, Essex

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Samuel "Sam" Meredith Strong III of Easton, Maryland, passed away on April 4 due to complications from dementia. He was 90 years old. Sam was born March 2, 1935, in Bayside, New York, to Helen Pettit Strong and Samuel Meredith Strong, Jr. When he was eleven years old, his mother married Herbert (Lindy) Lindholm, who became his loving Dad ... Sam met the love of his life, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Samuel “Sam” Meredith Strong III, Founder of ‘The Strong Agency’ in Old Lyme, Essex

Elizabeth Regan Joins ‘LymeLine’ as Staff Reporter

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LYME/OLD LYME—We are delighted to announce that Elizabeth Regan is joining our team as a Staff Reporter on Monday, April 7. She previously worked for 'The Day' covering Lyme, Old Lyme, and East Lyme, so many of you will already have met or know of her.  Elizabeth is an experienced journalist with a stellar record in reporting and community engagement. She has won numerous … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Regan Joins ‘LymeLine’ as Staff Reporter

Death Announced of Susan Rivoire Hostnik, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme

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OLD LYME— Susan Rivoire Hostnik, longtime resident of Old Lyme, passed away peacefully March 15, 2025. She was 91. Susan was born August 14, 1933, in New York City, N.Y., the daughter of the late Charles William Rivoire and Dorothy Starr ... She is also survived by her five children ... She also leaves behind 12 grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Her husband of 61 … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Susan Rivoire Hostnik, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Weekend Sports Round-Up: Girls Tennis Dominate Portland, Boys Lacrosse, Baseball Both Lose

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Girl's Tennis On Saturday, April 5, Old Lyme Girls Tennis crushed Portland 7-0. The team is coached by Joseph Trausch. Game scores were as follows:  1st Singles: Katherine Zhang Vs Madison Anzellotti 6-0, 6-0.2nd Singles: Emma Arelt vs Gianna Phelps 6-0, 6-0 3rd Singles: Mari Munster vs Skyla Rascati 6-0, 6-0 4th Singles:  Rose Dimmock vs Piper Rettich 6-1, 6-0 1st … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Weekend Sports Round-Up: Girls Tennis Dominate Portland, Boys Lacrosse, Baseball Both Lose

Death Announced of Charles M. Smith, Resident of Old Lyme for More Than 60 Years; Services Scheduled in OL, May 3

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OLD LYME—Charles M. Smith passed away peacefully March 16, 2025, at the age of 85. He was born in New London, Feb. 23, 1940. Charles joined the U.S. Navy in 1958 ... He met Lynn ... and married in September of 1963. They moved to Old Lyme where they spent the rest of their lives raising three sons and welcoming many grandchildren ... He leaves behind his children, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Charles M. Smith, Resident of Old Lyme for More Than 60 Years; Services Scheduled in OL, May 3

Con Brio to Hold Gala Farewell Concerts in Old Lyme to Honor Founding, Associate Directors

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OLD LYME – The Con Brio Choral Society will honor the retirement of its music director and associate music director with a pair of concerts this month.   The farewell concerts will bring together the Con Brio Festival Orchestra and Con Brio Chorus at 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, and at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 13, at Christ the King Church, 1 McCurdy Rd., Old … [Read more...] about Con Brio to Hold Gala Farewell Concerts in Old Lyme to Honor Founding, Associate Directors

Old Lyme Hardware Hosts Traditional Easter Egg Hunt, April 12

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OLD LYME—Tomorrow, Old Lyme Hardware will host an Easter Egg Hunt in the store starting at 10 a.m. All are welcome. Some 40 children participated in the Hunt last year. This year, Talerico plans to hide 1,000 eggs filled with candy, toys and cash. Asked why she hosts the Easter Egg Hunt—now in its fourth year—Jessica Talerico, the co-owner of Old Lyme Hardware, told … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Hardware Hosts Traditional Easter Egg Hunt, April 12

Meet the Easter Bunny at ‘The Bowerbird’ and ‘Old Lyme Hardware,’ April 12

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OLD LYME—On Saturday, April 12, the Easter Bunny is planning to drop by bothThe Bowerbird and Old Lyme Hardware in the Old Lyme Marketplace between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. During his visit, the Bunny will be hopping around the stores and anyone is welcome to take pictures or interact with the Bunny.   … [Read more...] about Meet the Easter Bunny at ‘The Bowerbird’ and ‘Old Lyme Hardware,’ April 12

Lyme Academy Hosts Guest Lecturer from Yale to Discuss American Art Students at French Academies 1876–1900, April 12; Reception to Follow

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Speaker to be Mark Mitchell, Curator of American Paintings & Sculpture at Yale University Art Gallery, Reception to follow OLD LYME – On Saturday, April 12, at 4 p.m., the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts presents, “In the Studios of Paris: American Art Students at the French Academies, 1876–1900,” a guest lecture by Mark D. Mitchell, Holcombe T. Green Curator of American … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy Hosts Guest Lecturer from Yale to Discuss American Art Students at French Academies 1876–1900, April 12; Reception to Follow

Old Lyme Fire Protection Firm Recognized by Global Leader

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OLD LYME—A local business founded by a former Old Lyme Fire Department Chief has been certified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to provide training around the world.  JLN Associates in a March press release announced its acceptance into the association's Authorized Education Network. The designation enables the Old Lyme-based training center to … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Fire Protection Firm Recognized by Global Leader

State Champions! Lyme-Old Lyme HS Boys are Members of Victorious CIAC Div. II Co-op Hockey Team

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EAST HAVEN/OLD LYME—Four Lyme-Old Lyme High School boys are members of the co-op ice hockey team that includes players from East Haven, Sheehan, Morgan and East Hampton High Schools. The team practices daily at East Haven. Last weekend, March 22-23, the team won the CIAC Division ll Championship defeating Cheshire convincingly with a final 7-3 score line. The LOLHS … [Read more...] about State Champions! Lyme-Old Lyme HS Boys are Members of Victorious CIAC Div. II Co-op Hockey Team