LYME/OLD LYME -- The unofficial results of the Primary elections in Lyme and Old Lyme were as detailed below. A majority of Republican voters in both Lyme and Old Lyme chose Themis Klarides over Leora Levy as their candidate for US Senate to face Democrat Richard Blumenthal in November. Statewide, however, Levy -- who received a late endorsement from former President … [Read more...] about Lyme, OL Republicans Choose Klarides as Candidate for US Senate, But Levy Wins Statewide in Tuesday’s Primary
A la Carte: Savor Intense Flavors From This Summer Vegetable Gratin
It is difficult to believe it is already August. On the last day of July, there was a boules party. You probably remember how I love playing this lawn game (like bocce, but with little wooden balls at which we throw larger stainless steel balls) with great friends, wine and incredible food. There are rarely themes, but yesterday it was Italy. In addition to chef … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Savor Intense Flavors From This Summer Vegetable Gratin
Hamburg Fair Seeks Additional Volunteers for Event, Aug. 19-21
LYME -- After a two-year absence due to COVID-19, the Hamburg Fair is happening in 2022! The dates of the big event are Friday, Aug. 19, Saturday, Aug. 20, and Sunday, Aug. 21, and in the words of the organizers, the Fair is back with back with “More to see and more to do!” But they still need a little help to pull off the event successfully. They are looking for volunteers … [Read more...] about Hamburg Fair Seeks Additional Volunteers for Event, Aug. 19-21
Rochelle Davis Named Lyme Land Trust ‘Volunteer of the Year’
LYME -- Rochelle Davis, volunteer steward of the Grassy Hill Preserve, was awarded the Lyme Land Trust 'Volunteer of the Year' Award at the organization's annual meeting. During the last two years, Davis worked to improve habitat in the Grassy Hill Preserve Meadow to promote biodiversity. She has transformed a field filled with invasive plants to one populated by native … [Read more...] about Rochelle Davis Named Lyme Land Trust ‘Volunteer of the Year’
Monkeypox Cases Rise to 48 in CT
Wyoming Now the Only US State Without a Single Case, Highest Number of Cases in NY State LYME/OLD LYME — The number of cases in the state has risen to 48 as of this morning, Aug. 9, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data. On July 26, Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) Director of Health Stephen Mansfield confirmed to LymeLine.com by email that there … [Read more...] about Monkeypox Cases Rise to 48 in CT
Vendor, Partner, Food Truck Applications Now Open for High Hopes Holiday Market, Event to be Held Nov. 13 in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- The High Hopes Holiday Market will be back again in-person on Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, at the organization's location at 36 Town Woods Rd. in Old Lyme. For one afternoon, the High Hopes arena in Old Lyme will be transformed into a marketplace with something for everyone. Vendor applications are now open at this link. Applications are due by Friday, Aug. 26, and … [Read more...] about Vendor, Partner, Food Truck Applications Now Open for High Hopes Holiday Market, Event to be Held Nov. 13 in Old Lyme
Death Announced of Patricia “Pat, Patty” Ann Moody, 69, of Old Lyme; Services Thursday in OL
OLD LYME -- Patricia "Pat, Patty" Ann Moody, 69, of Old Lyme, passed away July 22, 2022, peacefully at home after a six-month fight against cancer ... Pat owned and operated "A Yellow Butterfly" salon in Clinton, for 36 years, and was a poker dealer at Mohegan Sun for the last 20 years. There will be a graveside service at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 11, at Duck River … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Patricia “Pat, Patty” Ann Moody, 69, of Old Lyme; Services Thursday in OL
Death Announced of Warren J. Sulmasy, Sr., Father of Glenn of Old Lyme
Warren J. Sulmasy, Sr., born in the Throgs Neck section of The Bronx and resident of Smithtown, NY for over 54 years, passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 25th with his wife of 68 years, Margaret "Peggy" by his side. He was 89 years old ... He is survived by his wife Peggy, his children and their (spouses); Daniel (Lois) of Washington, DC, Cathy Thomas (Pete) of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Warren J. Sulmasy, Sr., Father of Glenn of Old Lyme
Sample Aug. 9 Primary Ballots for Old Lyme Democrats, Republicans
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COVID-19 Update: 16 Confirmed Cases in Old Lyme in Past Week, Three in Lyme
Old Lyme’s Total Cumulative COVID-19 Cases Now 1,418, Lyme’s Equivalent Number is 342 LYME/OLD LYME — The latest COVID-19 case count reported by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (dated Saturday, Aug. 6) shows 1,418 cases for Old Lyme and 342 for Lyme. These numbers have increased from our last report on Friday, July 29, by 16 cases in Old Lyme and three cases … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Update: 16 Confirmed Cases in Old Lyme in Past Week, Three in Lyme
Lymes’ Senior Center Hosts ‘Take Two and Call Me in the Morning Band’ Tonight; LOL Lions Host Pre-concert Cook-Out
OLD LYME -- On Thursday, Aug. 4, at 7 p.m., the Take Two and Call Me in the Morning Band will perform outdoors in the Lymes’ Senior Center field as part of the Summer Sounds Outdoor Concert Series. The Senior Center is located at 26 Town Woods Rd. in Old Lyme, CT. This local group is comprised of physicians and health care providers. The six-person band specializes in … [Read more...] about Lymes’ Senior Center Hosts ‘Take Two and Call Me in the Morning Band’ Tonight; LOL Lions Host Pre-concert Cook-Out
LYSB Hosts Free ‘Big Truck & Vehicle Fair’ Tonight
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, Aug. 3, from 5 to 7 p.m., Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) hosts a Big Truck & Vehicle Fair. All are welcome. There is no charge for admission and no registration required. The event will be held behind LYSB on the middle school driveway. Spend the evening exploring vehicles of all kinds from dump trucks to fire trucks, … [Read more...] about LYSB Hosts Free ‘Big Truck & Vehicle Fair’ Tonight
Death Announced of Dr. Robert “Bob” James Staab of Old Lyme, Services Thursday in OL
OLD LYME -- Dr. Robert James Staab, 71, of Old Lyme, passed away July 29, 2022, surrounded by family. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, at Christ the King Church in Old Lyme, followed by a reception. Known affectionately as "Dr. Bob," he was born in Roselle, N.J., Sept. 18, 1950. He married his high school sweetheart, Susan Hornyak July 29, 1972. They … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Dr. Robert “Bob” James Staab of Old Lyme, Services Thursday in OL
High Hopes is August Beneficiary of Old Lyme ‘Big Y’s Community Bag Program,’ Aims to Reduce Single-Use Plastics
OLD LYME – This year, local community non-profits are more in need of support than in any other time in the recent years’ past. Now shoppers can give back to the local community and help to reduce single-use plastics by purchasing a special reusable bag at Big Y. High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. has been selected by the Old Lyme Big Y store leadership as the benefiting … [Read more...] about High Hopes is August Beneficiary of Old Lyme ‘Big Y’s Community Bag Program,’ Aims to Reduce Single-Use Plastics
Old Lyme’s Florence Griswold Museum Director Beaulieu Leaving to Become President/CEO of Cincinnati’s Taft Museum of Art
CINCINNATI, OHIO/OLD LYME, CONN.—The Taft Museum of Art’s board of directors has announced the selection of Rebekah (Becky) Beaulieu as the museum’s next Louise Taft Semple President and CEO. Beaulieu is currently the director of the Florence Griswold Museum, an American Alliance of Museums accredited National Historic Landmark, house museum, and modern exhibition space … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Florence Griswold Museum Director Beaulieu Leaving to Become President/CEO of Cincinnati’s Taft Museum of Art