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Old Lyme Democrats Announce Candidates for November Election

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Same Team Running for First Selectman, Selectman Positions as in 2021; Shoemaker Contests Top Spot Again Supported by Lampos OLD LYME, CT – The Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee (OLDTC) has announced its field of candidates, who were endorsed for the 2023 municipal election at their Town Committee meeting held July 19. "The Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Democrats Announce Candidates for November Election

‘Best Year Ever’ for Gross Sales in White Elephant’s 85 Years!

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OLD LYME -- Asked how this year's White Elephant Sale went, Bob Davis, who chaired the event held July 14 and 15 at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, told us that the Sale was the, "Best year ever in gross sales." And in this case, 'ever' means 85 years! The Sale, which falls under the umbrella of the church's Ladies Benevolent Society, faced numerous challenges … [Read more...] about ‘Best Year Ever’ for Gross Sales in White Elephant’s 85 Years!

Old Lyme Republicans Announce Candidates for November Election

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Incumbents Tim Griswold (First Selectman), Matt Ward (Selectman) Not Seeking Re-election; Griswold Absent From Slate; Ward Running for Town Treasurer; Suzanne Thompson Endorsed for Tax Collector and Region 18 Board of Education OLD LYME— On Tuesday (July 18) evening, at their Caucus, the Old Lyme Republican Town Committee (RTC) voted-in their slate of candidates for the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Republicans Announce Candidates for November Election

Happy 100th Birthday to Old Lyme Fire Department!

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OLD LYME -- UPDATED 7/16 @ 11 p.m. "Blessed, honored, humbled, happy." Thus says a Facebook post from the Old Lyme Fire Department succinctly describing how members of the Old Lyme Fire Department (OLFD) felt about Saturday's amazing celebrations of the OLFD's 100th birthday. It was a day of celebration for all ages with entertainment, games, food, vintage cars ... and … [Read more...] about Happy 100th Birthday to Old Lyme Fire Department!

Death Announced of Margaret “Peggy” Jane Ebbets, 1967 Graduate of Old Lyme HS; Lived on Hamburg Cove for 50 Years

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OLD LYME -- Margaret "Peggy" Jane Ebbets, born in Aruba, Jan. 16, 1949, passed March 10, 2023.... The family moved to "Heather Lodge" on Hamburg Cove and lived there for 50 years. She attended Harbor School, Lyme Consolidated School and graduated in 1967, from Old Lyme High School. She was a varsity cheerleader, played varsity softball and helped run gym classes. She became the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Margaret “Peggy” Jane Ebbets, 1967 Graduate of Old Lyme HS; Lived on Hamburg Cove for 50 Years

John Mesham, Judith Read to Seek Republican Nominations for Old Lyme First Selectman, Selectman

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OLD LYME – Former Marine, law enforcement officer, and community advocate John Mesham has formally announced his intention to seek the Republican nomination for First Selectman.  Mesham, father of three, recently retired from a distinguished 29-year career in law enforcement in which he oversaw the daily operations at two of the largest state police barracks, managed … [Read more...] about John Mesham, Judith Read to Seek Republican Nominations for Old Lyme First Selectman, Selectman

Death Announced of David Michael Hickie, 56, of Old Lyme; Service to be Held Saturday in OL

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OLD LYME -- David Michael Hickie, 56, of Old Lyme, passed away July 10, 2023. He was born Oct. 26, 1966. David was a beloved husband to Suzanne Wnek, and a loving father to Kate and Quinn. ...Dave was incredibly generous, kind, and gracious. Once you met him, you never forgot him. He genuinely cared about his children's interests and encouraged them to live their life with … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David Michael Hickie, 56, of Old Lyme; Service to be Held Saturday in OL

After Group of Residents Requests Removal of Two Titles From Teen/Tween Collection, Old Lyme-PGN Library Board Determines Books Should Stay

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OLD LYME -- At their meeting held Tuesday evening, the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Board of Trustees determined that the two books, which have recently been the subject of heated debate in both Lyme and Old Lyme, should be retained in the Library's Teen/Tween collection. The Library had received a request signed by lead organizer Stephen Spooner and 134 additional … [Read more...] about After Group of Residents Requests Removal of Two Titles From Teen/Tween Collection, Old Lyme-PGN Library Board Determines Books Should Stay

Death Announced of Mary Dunn, Wife of Toby; Memorial Service to be Held in Old Lyme Later This Summer

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Mary Dunn, of Essex, CT and Vero Beach, FL died on July 5th after suffering  complications from a massive seizure. She was 76 years old.  Mary was born and raised in Camden, S.C., the daughter of Roderick H. Cantey  and Barbara (Zemp) Cantey. She attended high school at Ashley Hall in Charleston, S.C. She adored her time there, and credited the school for fostering … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Mary Dunn, Wife of Toby; Memorial Service to be Held in Old Lyme Later This Summer

Town Officials, Friends, Family Celebrate Ribbon-Cutting at ‘The Salty Monkey’ in Sound View

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OLD LYME -- UPDATED 1pm with name corrections. The Salty Monkey in the Sound View Beach community is the latest new business to be celebrated with a ribbon-cutting by the Town of Old Lyme. Yesterday morning, The Salty Monkey owner Kristin Garcia and her staff were joined by members of the Old Lyme Economic Development Commission (EDC) and Board of Selectmen, Sound View … [Read more...] about Town Officials, Friends, Family Celebrate Ribbon-Cutting at ‘The Salty Monkey’ in Sound View

Rogers Lake Boat Parade Celebrates Two Patriotic ‘Winners’; One Boat, One 96-Year-Old WW2 Veteran

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LYME/OLD LYME -- The fourth annual Rogers Lake Boat Parade held Tuesday, July 4, was another great success and the cup for the "Most Enthusiastic, Patriotic, and Best Decorated Boat" in the parade was won by the Ensulo family. The winners keep the trophy for 12 months and then return it to be presented to next year’s winner. The Everses conceived the idea of the trophy to … [Read more...] about Rogers Lake Boat Parade Celebrates Two Patriotic ‘Winners’; One Boat, One 96-Year-Old WW2 Veteran

Lyme-Old Lyme High, Middle Schools Announce Q4 Honor Rolls

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Lyme-Old Lyme High School Quarter 4 Honor Roll 2022-23  HIGH HONORSGrade 12: Callie Bass, Livie Bass, Jillian Beebe, Jordan Beebe, Cooper Bowman, Gillian Bradley, Sarah Burnham, Hayley Cann, Liam Celic, Luke Celic, Alexander Chrysoulakis, Grace Colwell, William Danes, Anna Davis, Jacob Derynioski, John Eichholz, Zachary Eichholz, Alexis Fenton, Richard Frascarelli, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High, Middle Schools Announce Q4 Honor Rolls

Death Announced of Bruce Jeffrey Chapman, Served 10 Years with Old Lyme Police

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OAKDALE, CONN. -- Bruce Jeffrey Chapman, 75, of Oakdale, died June 22, 2023, at Apple Rehab in Uncasville. He was born in New London, Sept. 22, 1947 ... He was the husband of Linda Kleinschmidt Chapman who survives him.Mr. Chapman had worked for ... 10 years with the Old Lyme Police Department ... Bruce was an elder of the Mohegan Tribe of Connecticut; his tribal name was … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Bruce Jeffrey Chapman, Served 10 Years with Old Lyme Police

Sound View Celebrates Independence Day In Its Own Special Way

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OLD LYME -- On Saturday, the Sound View Beach Association (SVBA) hosted another great 'hometown' Independence Day parade. The air was filled with much music, merriment, joy and laughter as large crowds turned out to participate in or watch the years-old tradition. Awards were presented at the end of the parade for best-decorated bike or wagon, most patriotic outfit, … [Read more...] about Sound View Celebrates Independence Day In Its Own Special Way