LYME -- Are you a writer who has always wanted to see your work come to life on the big screen? Do you have a movie or series idea inside you just burning to get out? Then Lyme Public Hall (LPH) is here to help you ... The Lyme Public Hall and Local History Archives Board of Directors hosts Oscar-nominated screenwriter Janet Roach (Prizzi's Honor, directed by John Huston) … [Read more...] about Lyme Public Hall Hosts Screenwriting Seminar Series with Janet Roach
Death Announced of Shirley Irene Goss of Old Lyme; Mother of Ronald, John
OLD LYME -- Shirley Irene Goss, age 91, of Old Lyme, passed away peacefully Monday, Aug. 21, 2023, surrounded by her loved ones. Shirley was the beloved wife of the late Wilber Goss Jr. She leaves her sons, Ronald (Laura) Goss and John Goss ...... In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to the American Alzheimer's Association. To share a memory … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Shirley Irene Goss of Old Lyme; Mother of Ronald, John
Old Lyme Republicans Open Campaign Headquarters on Halls Rd.
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme (OL) Republican Town Committee has opened its 2023 campaign headquarters in the Old Lyme Shopping Center at 19 Halls Rd. in Old Lyme. From Aug. 29 through Election Day, OL First Selectman candidate John Mesham and OL Selectman candidate Judith “Jude” Read will hold regular office hours at the site every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Republicans Open Campaign Headquarters on Halls Rd.
Death Announced of Jeanne Korns Clark, 92, of Old Lyme; Served 20 Years on OL Board of Education, 10 as Chair
OLD LYME — Jeanne Korns Clark, age 92, of Old Lyme, passed away on August 23, 2023, surrounded by her loving family ... She married Robert Clark on August 28, 1954 in Philadelphia ... In 1955, the young couple moved to Old Lyme where Jeanne helped Robert to establish his veterinary practice. Jeanne is preceded in death by her three husbands, Robert Clark, Richard … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Jeanne Korns Clark, 92, of Old Lyme; Served 20 Years on OL Board of Education, 10 as Chair
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce ‘Teacher of the Year’, ‘Employee of the Year’
OLD LYME -- The Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools Teacher of the Year and Employee of the Year respectively for 2023-24 were announced yesterday at the LOL Schools Convocation event. The 2023-24 LOL Schools Teacher of the Year is Alyssa Karpuska, who teaches Kindergarten at Mile Creek School and attended LOL Schools as a student. The 2023-24 LOL Schools Employee of the Year … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce ‘Teacher of the Year’, ‘Employee of the Year’
Old Lyme EMS Members Honored for Life-Saving Actions
OLD LYME -- On April 20, the local 911 office dispatched a call to Old Lyme Emergency Medical Services (OLEMS) with a report of someone experiencing chest pains. The day-crew member, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Carlos Diaz, pictured above, left immediately in the Old Lyme ambulance. Dave Musto, who is also an EMT as well as OLEMS Deputy Chief, and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme EMS Members Honored for Life-Saving Actions
‘Smiling Faces’ Abound on Opening Day for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 8/25 with more photos: Thursday, Aug. 24, was the first day of school for students of Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools and all reports indicate that it has been a successful start to the new academic year. Asked that morning by e-mail how 'Opening Day' was going, LOL Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser responded, "We are happy to have everyone back and to … [Read more...] about ‘Smiling Faces’ Abound on Opening Day for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Death Announced of Robert John “Bob” Chandler, 88, of Lyme; Married Almost 70 Years
LYME -- Robert John "Bob" Chandler, 88, of Cove Road, Lyme, died Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023, at his residence with his family by his side. Mr. Chandler was born Feb. 5, 1935, in New Jersey, the son of Alfred and Margaret Chandler.Beloved by his wife, Patricia Chandler, his daughter Gerriann Jackson, son Jeff Chandler and grandchildren, Joshua Jackson, Maxwell Jackson, Sam Chandler … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Robert John “Bob” Chandler, 88, of Lyme; Married Almost 70 Years
National, Local Legislators Respond to Invasive Hydrilla’s Threat to CT River; Announce New Testing, Remediation Efforts
Press Conference Held to Educate Public About Harm Caused by Hydrilla, Discuss Projects to Control Invasive Aquatic's Spread CHESTER -- On Wednesday, Aug. 16, state and federal legislators, federal agencies, and stewards of the Connecticut River, met in Chester to educate the public about testing and remediation of invasive aquatic species in the Connecticut River, … [Read more...] about National, Local Legislators Respond to Invasive Hydrilla’s Threat to CT River; Announce New Testing, Remediation Efforts
Death of Herbert Frederick Custer Jr. Announced, Taught at Old Lyme High School 1960-68
Herb Custer passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 17, 2023. After 90 years, his enormous heart finally rested, and he was ready to go, with fair winds and following seas. Herbert Frederick Custer Jr. was born April 3,1933, in Hartford, Conn., into a loving family, the second child of Herbert Frederick Custer Sr. and Claire McFetridge Custer ... Between … [Read more...] about Death of Herbert Frederick Custer Jr. Announced, Taught at Old Lyme High School 1960-68
Currach Rowers Conclude Regatta With Award of Perpetual Trophy
NEW LONDON: For the first time, the New London Currach Rowers presented a trophy at their annual Regatta to the champion team of their annual New London Regatta held Saturday, July 29. In addition to awarding medals to teams for separate races, the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), John P. Holland Local Division, sponsored and presented a large trophy recognizing the team … [Read more...] about Currach Rowers Conclude Regatta With Award of Perpetual Trophy
Unanimous Vote by Lyme Board of Selectmen Changes Name to ‘Board of Selectpeople’
LYME, CT -- At its regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 7, the Lyme Board of Selectmen decided to change the name of its Board, effective immediately, to the “Board of Selectpeople” and to continue to refer to its individual members as either “Selectman” or “Selectwoman.” The change was approved unanimously by First Selectman David Lahm (R), Selectman John Kiker (D) and Selectwoman … [Read more...] about Unanimous Vote by Lyme Board of Selectmen Changes Name to ‘Board of Selectpeople’
Found Phone!
OLD LYME -- A reader contacted us earlier in the week to say she lost her phone at the fireworks event held in Old Lyme Saturday, Aug. 12. We duly posted a missing phone announcement. We are delighted to report that the owner of the lost phone has now been reconnected with it. She emailed us to say, "I have my phone! Thank you so much for posting for me. That was key to my … [Read more...] about Found Phone!
Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Home Watch Association.
LYME, CT — Lyme Home Watch, which is owned by Bill Hurtle of Lyme, has recently earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association (NWHA). The NHWA was formed in 2009 in order to establish and maintain the highest industry standards for Home Watch and absentee homeowner services throughout the United States and Canada. Home Watch is a visual inspection of a home … [Read more...] about Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Home Watch Association.
State Rep. Carney Achieves 100% Voting Record During 2023 Regular Session
Lawmaker Present for Every Vote HARTFORD – State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd), whose district includes both Lyme and Old Lyme, has again achieved a perfect score for votes taken on the floor of the House of Representatives during the 2023 legislative session. He previously recorded 100 percent voting attendance in the years 2015 through 2020, only missing votes in … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Achieves 100% Voting Record During 2023 Regular Session