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Register to be Part of Lyme-Old Lyme’s First, Open Invitational Cabaret + Art Expo—a Collaborative, Youth-Driven Project to be Held Sept. 23 

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LYSB, Lyme Academy of Art, LOLPC, Youth Advisory Council, and REACH  Team Up to Host Inclusive Event to Address LOL Community’s Well-being, Mental Health OLD LYME -- Lymes' Youth Service Bureau is collecting creative works from folks of all ages in the community—whether your form of expression is visual art, music, dance, theatrical art, or written/spoken word—to share at an … [Read more...] about Register to be Part of Lyme-Old Lyme’s First, Open Invitational Cabaret + Art Expo—a Collaborative, Youth-Driven Project to be Held Sept. 23 

Sunday is Last Day to View Lyme Public Hall Exhibit Showcasing ‘Lyme of Yesteryear’

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LYME -- The exhibit Lyme of Yesteryear will be on view again, Saturday, July 9, and Sunday, July 10, at the Lyme Public Hall from 2 to 5 p.m. each day. Photographs and research from the Bacdayan Local History Archives recall one-room schools, mills, farms and river enterprises that existed in early twentieth century Lyme. Memories of times past from local residents will also … [Read more...] about Sunday is Last Day to View Lyme Public Hall Exhibit Showcasing ‘Lyme of Yesteryear’

Doors Open Today at 8am for Final Day of White Elephant Sale, Mosts Items at Half Price

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OLD LYME -- The second and final day of the White Elephant Sale (WES) opens this morning at 8 a.m. and runs through 12 p.m.  Most items will be half-price and there will be bargains galore! The WES is hosted by the Ladies Benevolent Society of the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme. The sale items are organized into some 20 departments that fill the church buildings … [Read more...] about Doors Open Today at 8am for Final Day of White Elephant Sale, Mosts Items at Half Price

Big Changes on Lyme Board of Selectmen; Mattson Retires as First Selectman, Lahm Takes Over Top Spot, Kristina White Appointed as Third Selectwoman

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LYME -- At the July 5 Lyme Board of Selectmen meeting, First Selectman Steve Mattson (D) retired after having served as a Selectman for 17 years and as First Selectman for five. In taking his retirement, Mattson said, “It’s been a privilege and an honor to serve the town I love, but it’s time for me to spend some more time with my family and do a little traveling.  This is … [Read more...] about Big Changes on Lyme Board of Selectmen; Mattson Retires as First Selectman, Lahm Takes Over Top Spot, Kristina White Appointed as Third Selectwoman

Death Announced of Helen M. (Finn) Sullivan; Mother of Ellen Tyler, Maureen Dinnan of Old Lyme

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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. -- Helen M. (Finn) Sullivan, 91, of the Hungry Hill section of Springfield, was Called Safely Home on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. Helen passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by the care and comfort of her loving family. She was born in Springfield on April 19, 1931, a beloved daughter of the late John J. Finn and Helen E. (Shea) Finn. She graduated from … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Helen M. (Finn) Sullivan; Mother of Ellen Tyler, Maureen Dinnan of Old Lyme

‘String of Pearls’ Band Gives Free Outdoor Concert at Lymes’ Senior Center Tonight

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OLD LYME -- Tomorrow, Thursday, July 7, at 7 p.m., the String of Pearls Band will perform outdoors at the Lymes’ Senior Center, 26 Town Woods Rd. in Old Lyme. The band will play the Best of Big Band Swing and The Great American Songbook. All are welcome to join this free musical performance. Free ice cream will be served at 6:30 p.m. before the concert. Bring your … [Read more...] about ‘String of Pearls’ Band Gives Free Outdoor Concert at Lymes’ Senior Center Tonight

Inaugural Winners Receive Cup, Champagne After Participating in July 4th Patriotic Boat Parade on Rogers Lake

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LYME/OLD LYME -- The third annual Rogers Lake Boat Parade was another great success this year and, for the first time, a cup was awarded for the "Most Enthusiastic, Patriotic, and Best Decorated Boat" in the parade. Dave and Christina Evers conceived the idea of the trophy to promote a unifying and positive spirit around the parade. Christina explained to LymeLine, "Dave … [Read more...] about Inaugural Winners Receive Cup, Champagne After Participating in July 4th Patriotic Boat Parade on Rogers Lake

CT Dept. Of Public Health Announces State’s First Monkeypox Case

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HARTFORD, Conn.—The Connecticut Department of Public Health has announced the first case of monkeypox in a Connecticut resident.  The patient is a male between the ages of 40 and 49 and is a resident of New Haven County. The patient is isolating and has not been hospitalized. No other patient information will be released. “DPH believes that the risk to Connecticut residents … [Read more...] about CT Dept. Of Public Health Announces State’s First Monkeypox Case

Old Lyme Residents Unanimously Approve $2.1M in ARPA Spending in Special Town Meeting

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OLD LYME – At Tuesday evening’s Special Town Meeting, Old Lyme taxpayers voted unanimously to approve a final disbursement of $2,120,593 in the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The payout includes over 60 individual disbursements addressing 10 key recommendations such as supporting the economic recovery of Old Lyme’s small businesses and supporting public health … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Residents Unanimously Approve $2.1M in ARPA Spending in Special Town Meeting

The Little Town of Lyme Hosts Another Lovely Independence Day Parade

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LYME -- UPDATED 7/6 WITH MORE TEXT & PHOTOS: It was a perfect day for a parade! And townspeople and local area residents turned out  in force to celebrate Independence Day in the little Town of Lyme. The grand marshal for this year’s parade was Parker Lord, who served as a selectman on Town of Lyme’s Board of Selectmen for more than 20 years and retired in 2021.  … [Read more...] about The Little Town of Lyme Hosts Another Lovely Independence Day Parade

Old Lyme Special Town Meeting to be Held Tonight; Approval of Disbursement of $2.1M Federal ARPA Funds to 23 OL Small Businesses, 10 Non-Profits & More, on Agenda

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OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Board of Selectmen will hold a Special Town Meeting this evening, Tuesday, July 5, at 7:30 p.m. in the Meeting Hall at the Old Lyme Memorial Town Hall at 52 Lyme St. This meeting will consider and act upon the following single agenda item: Whether to approve the disbursement of $2,120,593 of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, as outlined in … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Special Town Meeting to be Held Tonight; Approval of Disbursement of $2.1M Federal ARPA Funds to 23 OL Small Businesses, 10 Non-Profits & More, on Agenda

Old Lyme High School Class of 1970 to Host (Belated) 50th Reunion, Seeks Missing Classmates

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OLD LYME -- Finally ... after being postponed twice by the pandemic, the Old Lyme High School (OLHS) Class of 1970 is holding three separate reunion events Friday, Sept. 30, Saturday, Oct. 1 and Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022. The Class is hoping to locate the following classmates and not only members of the graduating class, but anyone who was ever part of this class: Alfred … [Read more...] about Old Lyme High School Class of 1970 to Host (Belated) 50th Reunion, Seeks Missing Classmates

Tri-Town Parade Of Emergency Vehicles, First Responders Takes Place This Morning Through Lyme, E. Haddam, Salem

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LYME -- A parade of emergency vehicles and First Responders will be held Saturday, July 2, starting at 9 a.m. and traveling through the towns of Lyme, East Haddam and Salem. The community is encouraged to cheer on the parade with signs, hearts and noise-makers. Antique vehicles are welcome to join the parade on Bone Mill Rd. … [Read more...] about Tri-Town Parade Of Emergency Vehicles, First Responders Takes Place This Morning Through Lyme, E. Haddam, Salem

Death Announced of David William O’Donnell of Old Lyme; Brother of Scott, Graduate of OL High School

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OLD LYME -- David William O'Donnell of Old Lyme passed away Tuesday, June 7, 2022, at Middlesex Hospital. He leaves behind his wife Linda; a brother Scott O'Donnell ... and two nephews, Owen and Adein O'Donnell. David was born in Keene, N.H., the son of Carol Rose and Andrew O'Donnell. At age 10 he moved to Old Lyme. He graduated from Old Lyme High School, and joined the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David William O’Donnell of Old Lyme; Brother of Scott, Graduate of OL High School