LYME — Lyme Pollinator Pathway, Pollinator Pathway East Lyme and Pollinate Old Lyme are cosponsoring a presentation titled, “Building Resilient Landscapes – Right Plant, Right Place for Right Now” on Sunday, Sept. 28, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Lyme Public Hall, 249 Hamburg Road in Lyme. The presenter will be horticulturalist Tom Christopher, who will present strategies for … [Read more...] about Lyme, Old Lyme, East Lyme Pollinator Groups Present ‘Building Resilient Landscapes’ in Lyme, Sept. 28
Death Announced of Stephen Auguste Theodore Basil, 92, of Lyme; Known to SE CT Fishing Fleet as ‘Captain Bob’
LYME — Stephen Auguste Theodore Basil, known to the Southeast Connecticut fishing fleet as Captain Bob, died peacefully Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025 at his home in Lyme. He was 92 years old ... ... he worked in sales for many years before moving to Connecticut to start his commercial charter fishing business. He built his wooden hull fishing boat, the Capt. Bob II, with Seth … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Stephen Auguste Theodore Basil, 92, of Lyme; Known to SE CT Fishing Fleet as ‘Captain Bob’
Old Lyme Library Hosts Talk on “The Pirates of Penzance,’ Sept. 27
Salt Marsh Opera to present 'Pirates,' Oct. 17 & 19 in OS OLD LYME— On Saturday, Sept. 27, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., James Kuslan will present a special talk titled, 'The Pirates of Penzance: Flying the Flag of Fun' at the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library. The talk will take place in the Community Room at the library, 2 Library Lane, Old Lyme, CT, 06371. This … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library Hosts Talk on “The Pirates of Penzance,’ Sept. 27
Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association Through Nov. 6
'New England Landscapes' and 'Timeless' on View in LAA Galleries OLD LYME—On Friday, Sept. 19, the Lyme Art Association (LAA) unveils separate exhibitions on New England landscapes and the timelessness of art. A free, opening reception for New England Landscape and Timeless exhibitions will be held Sunday, Sept. 21, from 2 to 4 p.m. The Association in a press release … [Read more...] about Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association Through Nov. 6
Death Announced of Phyllis Murray McDowell, 99; Memorial Service to be Held in Old Lyme, Oct. 10
CHESTER — Phyllis Murray McDowell, mental health visionary, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, athlete, ballroom dancer, active listener and deep conversationalist, died on September 12, 2025 at her home in Chester, Connecticut. She was 99 years old. Phyllis was born on July 1, 1926, in New York City to Arthur and Kathryn Murray, founders of the Arthur Murray dance … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Phyllis Murray McDowell, 99; Memorial Service to be Held in Old Lyme, Oct. 10
Soccer Roundup: Boys Defeat Westbrook, Girls Draw with East Lyme
OLD LYME—On Friday, Sept. 12, the Old Lyme boys faced Westbrook and came away with a 3-0 victory. Wildcat goals were scored by Colman Curtiss-Reardon, Rowan McCormick, and Evan Coffee with assists coming from John Morosky and Charlie McEwan. Sam Edmed made two saves and Liam McCormick one in goal for the 'Cats Jameson McCarthy notched 11 saves for … [Read more...] about Soccer Roundup: Boys Defeat Westbrook, Girls Draw with East Lyme
Death Announced of John Allan Bysko Jr. of Lyme; 1997 Graduate of LOL High School, Highly Regarded Member of North Haven FD
LYME, CT - John Allan Bysko, Jr. of Lyme, CT passed away on August 31, 2025. He was born in New London, CT on November 28, 1978 to John and Jane Bysko. He graduated from Lyme-Old Lyme High School in 1997. He was a member of the National Honor Society, ran cross country, rowed crew and loved spending time with his group of friends skiing, snowboarding, jet skiing and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John Allan Bysko Jr. of Lyme; 1997 Graduate of LOL High School, Highly Regarded Member of North Haven FD
Lyme-Old Lyme Soccer Roundup: Girls Notch Two Wins, One (Big) Draw; Boys Take One Win, One Loss
OLD LYME— Playing at home Thursday, Sept. 11, the Old Lyme girls defeated Westbrook 3-0. Scoring for the Wildcats were Anna Bussman, who put two goals into the net, and Vivian Boller, who also added two assists to her one goal tally. Brooke Burgess had an assist while Grace Osborne in the Old Lyme goal made two saves. Shay Sotiridge in goal for Westbrook made 18 … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Soccer Roundup: Girls Notch Two Wins, One (Big) Draw; Boys Take One Win, One Loss
Death Announced of Herbert S. Kusako Jr. of Old Lyme, “Beloved Husband, Father & Grandfather”
OLD LYME—"Beloved husband, father & grandfather" Herbert Stanislaus Kusako, Jr., of Old Lyme, formerly of Waterbury, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness on September 8, 2025. Born on August 29, 1953, in Mannheim, Germany, to Army Sergeant Herbert S. Kusako, Sr. and Charlotte Helen Peek ... He will be dearly missed by his wife Cheryl, his children Herbert … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Herbert S. Kusako Jr. of Old Lyme, “Beloved Husband, Father & Grandfather”
Death Announced of Ann Marie Johnson of Old Lyme, ‘Beloved Member of the OL Community’
OLD LYME – Ann Marie Johnson, 92, of Neck Road, went home to the Lord Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Born Aug. 27, 1933, in Springfield, Mass., Ann was the daughter of John and Lucille Davis. She became a beloved member of the Old Lyme community after moving there in 1966, where she was actively involved in numerous town and church activities. Ann also worked for many years … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ann Marie Johnson of Old Lyme, ‘Beloved Member of the OL Community’
Death Announced of Christina Lampos, Mother of Old Lyme Selectman Jim Lampos
She Was Proud Owner with Her Late Husband of Groton Pizza Palace for Many Years GROTON—Christina Lampos, 83, of Groton, passed away peacefully in her sleep on the morning of Sept. 4, 2025. She was born Feb. 6, 1942, in Kastori, a mountain village near Sparta in the state of Laconia, Greece and raised in a traditional farming family. Christina was fiercely proud of her … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Christina Lampos, Mother of Old Lyme Selectman Jim Lampos
Talking Transportation: Deaths Down, Fares Up, and Other Transportation Updates
I’ve always thought of Labor Day as New Year’s Eve. After a summer of vacations the new business year has begun and we’re back to the grind. But while you’ve been enjoying the summer (me, too!) we need to get updated on what’s been happening on our roads, rails and waters. TRAFFIC DEATHS DOWN SLIGHTLY: On a hopeful note, only 143 highway deaths have been tallied … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: Deaths Down, Fares Up, and Other Transportation Updates
Duck River Garden Club Hosts Mum Sale in Old Lyme, East Lyme, Saturday
OLD LYME/EAST LYME—On Saturday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Duck River Garden Club (DRGC) of Old Lyme and East Lyme will hold a Mum Sale at two locations — the Old Lyme Shopping Center at 19 Halls Rd., Old Lyme and the East Lyme Library at 39 Society Rd., Niantic. Beautiful 9-inch mums in red, yellow, purple, orange, white and pink will be on sale for $10 apiece. … [Read more...] about Duck River Garden Club Hosts Mum Sale in Old Lyme, East Lyme, Saturday
Lyme Public Hall Hosts George House Tag Sale Saturday
LYME — The Lyme Public Hall has announced the 2025 George House Tag Sale will be held on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds from this sale support the maintenance of the Lyme Public Hall, Lyme’s Bacdayan Local History Archives, and the Hall's sponsored programs for the public. The sale will once again feature quality items and unexpected treasures. As in … [Read more...] about Lyme Public Hall Hosts George House Tag Sale Saturday
Lyme Grange Hosts Toy Tag Sale Saturday
LYME—The Lyme Grange will be having its second annual Toy Tag Sale alongside the Lyme Public Hall event on Saturday, Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds from the sale will support the maintenance and preservation of the Grange Building and the Fairgrounds along with supporting future programs for the public. The sale will focus solely on children’s toys and games, Since … [Read more...] about Lyme Grange Hosts Toy Tag Sale Saturday