OLD LYME—Laurence E. Plouffe, 77, of Old Lyme died unexpectedly at home Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024. He was born May 10, 1947, in New London to Edmund and Helen Good Plouffe ... ... Larry was predeceased by his parents; and his former in-laws, Bill and Nuzzy Packer. He was the proud father of Julie Plouffe (Malik) of Clinton, Michael Plouffe of Old Lyme; grandfather to Reece … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Laurence E. Plouffe, 77, of Old Lyme, Father of Michael Plouffe of OL
Identities Announced of Victims from Labor Day Fatal Boat Accident in Old Saybrook
OLD SAYBROOK—On Saturday, state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) officials identified the bodies recovered on Friday, subsequent to the previous Monday's tragic boating accident, as 25-year-old Ian Duchemin, of Oakdale, and 24-year-old Ryan Britagna, of Waterford.. On Wednesday, the DEEP had identified the body of 34-year-old Christopher … [Read more...] about Identities Announced of Victims from Labor Day Fatal Boat Accident in Old Saybrook
Bodies of Two Missing Boaters Recovered
OLD SAYBROOK—The bodies of two missing boaters were recovered in the Connecticut River on Friday five days after a Labor Day boating accident in Old Saybrook. The body of one man was found around 12:10 p.m., and the remaining missing man was recovered around 4:30 p.m., according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. On Wednesday, the DEEP … [Read more...] about Bodies of Two Missing Boaters Recovered
Death Announced of Cheryl M. Sharp-D’Esopo of Old Lyme, Wife of Sanford ‘Sandy’ D’Esopo of OL
OLD LYME—Cheryl M. Sharp-D'Esopo, 76, of Old Lyme, died Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. Born in Cambridge, Mass., to Charles and Mary Monroe, Cheryl graduated from Northeastern University. Cheryl married her husband Charles "Charlie" Sharp Jr., and they lived in Windsor Locks, until his untimely death ... ... Cheryl married her second husband Sanford "Sandy" D'Esopo in 1989 … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Cheryl M. Sharp-D’Esopo of Old Lyme, Wife of Sanford ‘Sandy’ D’Esopo of OL
State Officials Join Amtrak CEO to Break Ground in Old Lyme for New CT River Bridge
OLD LYME – Yesterday Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner joined U.S. Department of Transportation Deputy Secretary Polly Trottenberg, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont (D), Senators Richard Blumenthal (D) and Chris Murphy (D), Representative Joe Courtney (D), Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto, and other state and local officials to celebrate the start of … [Read more...] about State Officials Join Amtrak CEO to Break Ground in Old Lyme for New CT River Bridge
Death Announced of Fleur Marguerite Lawrence of Old Lyme; Former Board Member of Lyme Academy
OLD LYME—Fleur Marguerite Lawrence (née Hahne) of Old Lyme, CT passed away at Greenwich Hospital on September 3, 2024 at the age of 84. The cause of death was pancreatic cancer, which she had bravely battled over the past year. Fleur was predeceased by her husband, Gerard (Jerry) Lawrence, who passed away in January. Fleur is survived by her four children, Christopher … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Fleur Marguerite Lawrence of Old Lyme; Former Board Member of Lyme Academy
One Dead, Two Missing After Old Saybrook Boat Accident Monday Night
OLD SAYBROOK—Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Environmental Conservation Police (EnCon Police) along with multiple agencies, responded to a boating accident in Old Saybrook around 9:15 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 2. A single motorboat was found floating, half-submerged, near the Harbor One Marina in Old Saybrook. There was significant damage to the boat, … [Read more...] about One Dead, Two Missing After Old Saybrook Boat Accident Monday Night
‘General Lafayette’ Retraces His (200-Year-Old) Steps, Visits Old Lyme
OLD LYME— On Thursday, Aug. 22, the Old Lyme Historical Society Inc. (OLHSI) celebrated the 200th Anniversary of Major General Marquis de Lafayette's visit to Old Lyme on Aug. 22, 1824, by serving a continental breakfast attended by Lafayette re-enactor Michael Halbert. Around 80 people attended to enjoy breakfast, hear speeches, and take photos of and meet with 'General … [Read more...] about ‘General Lafayette’ Retraces His (200-Year-Old) Steps, Visits Old Lyme
Lyme Ambulance Association Honors Two EMT’s on Retirement After 60+ Years Combined
Courtney, Darna Reflect Long-Term, Exemplary Volunteer Service LYME, CT — Lyme Ambulance Association (LAA) recently honored two of its longest serving volunteer responders at an awards ceremony. Lyme First Selectperson David Lahm commented on Courtney and Darna’s long-standing service, saying, "As you retire, I would like you to know that the Town of Lyme owes you … [Read more...] about Lyme Ambulance Association Honors Two EMT’s on Retirement After 60+ Years Combined
Death Announced of Megan Moore Eno of Lyme, Mother of Trudy Burgess of OL; Services to be Held Oct. 12
LYME, CT — Megan Moore Eno, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully Aug. 14, 2024, at the age of 79. Megan was born to Shirley Flower Moore and William G. Moore Jan. 10, 1945, in New York City. She spent her early years in Greenwich, attending grammar school at Greenwich Academy. In Greenwich, she enjoyed spending time with her large extended family, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Megan Moore Eno of Lyme, Mother of Trudy Burgess of OL; Services to be Held Oct. 12
Death Announced of Phyllis Shepard-Tambini, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme; Services Saturday
OLD LYME—Phyllis Shepard-Tambini, a long time resident of Old Lyme, died Aug. 20, 2024. She was born Jan. 9, 1936, the daughter of Donald Shepard and Suzanne Mercadier. ... Mrs. Shepard-Tambini was a philanthropist who volunteered at ... the Old Lyme Woman's Exchange and 12 years at the Old Lyme Soup Kitchen ... She was active in the Old Lyme community both socially and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Phyllis Shepard-Tambini, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme; Services Saturday
Death Announced of Dr. Leonard A. Greene of Mystic, Father of Robert of Old Lyme
MYSTIC—Leonard A. Greene M.D. of Mystic, and formerly of Norwich, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2024. Left behind to mourn him are Joan, his devoted and beloved wife of 63 years; his cherished children: William M.D. and his wife Kera of San Francisco, David and his wife Rachel of Los Angeles, Robert of Old Lyme, and Deborah of New York City; and his greatly … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Dr. Leonard A. Greene of Mystic, Father of Robert of Old Lyme
Dick Shriver of Old Lyme Receives Bud Foster Award from Connecticut River Conservancy
OLD LYME—Among the governance and programmatic updates, brunch and boat rides, and community mingling, Connecticut River Conservancy’s (CRC) recent Annual Meeting & Riverside Celebration also honored the contributions of Dick Shriver of Old Lyme with the Bud Foster award. Every year, CRC has the distinct honor of recognizing individuals from our communities with the Bud … [Read more...] about Dick Shriver of Old Lyme Receives Bud Foster Award from Connecticut River Conservancy
Visitors Enjoyed Music, Games, Rides, Food at Hamburg Fair
LYME, CT—The Hamburg Fair celebrated its 121st anniversary this year and visitors enjoyed music, fun-filled rides galore, great food and drink options, and no end of family-oriented activities and contests for crafts, flowers, children's art, handcrafts, home goods, fruits and vegetables. Scenes from Saturday morning at the 2024 Hamburg Fair Photos courtesy of the Heike … [Read more...] about Visitors Enjoyed Music, Games, Rides, Food at Hamburg Fair
Three New Exhibitions on View at Lyme Art Association Through Sept. 5
OLD LYME—There is a treat in store for art lovers this summer as the Lyme Art Association (LAA) in Old Lyme, Conn., showcases three new exhibitions. The 103rd Elected Artists Exhibition features the work of LAA’s Elected Artists—their most accomplished artists, who serve as torchbearers of the American representational tradition. This annual exhibition highlights a wide … [Read more...] about Three New Exhibitions on View at Lyme Art Association Through Sept. 5