LYME/OLD LYME -- On Monday, Apr. 25, at 7 p.m., the Lymes’ Senior Center (LSC) Building Committee will host a public forum on the potential renovation of the Senior Center. Lymes’ Senior Center Committee members will present the current proposal and then answer questions from the community. All residents of Lyme and Old Lyme are welcome to attend the forum, which will be … [Read more...] about Tonight, Lymes’ Senior Center Building Committee Hosts Public Forum on Proposed Renovation Plans; All Welcome
Rogers Lake Authority Hosts Virtual Meeting This Evening to Discuss Public Comment on No Wake Buoys
OLD LYME -- The Rogers Lake Authority is holding a virtual meeting tonight with a single agenda item of reviewing public comment concerning the controversial topic of No Wake Buoys. To join the meeting, use the following meeting link: https://oldlymect.webex.com/oldlymect/j.php?MTID=m4be2068d5a47f0384c11fe3ab1950ae6 To join by phone, call: 1-408-418-9388 and enter Access … [Read more...] about Rogers Lake Authority Hosts Virtual Meeting This Evening to Discuss Public Comment on No Wake Buoys
Death Announced of Gordon H. Ely, 93, of Essex; Attended Old Lyme High School, Member of OL Fire Dept. for 71 Years
ESSEX -- Gordon H. Ely, 93, of Essex, CT lived a long and happy life and died peacefully on April 17, 2022 surrounded by his family. Gordon was born in Old Lyme, CT on February 22, 1929, son of Clarence Samuel Ely and Ellen (Richards) Ely. He attended Old Lyme High School and then joined the National Guard ... Gordon was a member of the Old Lyme Fire Department for 71 years. … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gordon H. Ely, 93, of Essex; Attended Old Lyme High School, Member of OL Fire Dept. for 71 Years
Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
OLD LYME -- Two new shows are on view at the Lyme Art Association (LAA) through June 2, 2022 at the LAA building located at 90 Lyme St. in Old Lyme. Expanding Visions is the LAA’s annual member show that showcases the varied artistic visions of the association's membership. All types of artwork will be celebrated: hyper-realism, impressionism, abstraction, and … [Read more...] about Two New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
Lyme Land Trust Celebrates Earth Day with Johnston Preserve Walk, OL Land Trust Hosts Milkweed Planting; Both Events Today
This morning, Saturday, April 23, Lyme Land Trust offers an Earth Day Walk of the Johnston Preserve led by forest ecologist Anthony Irving. The walk will begin at 9:30 a.m. and last until around 11:30 a.m. The Town of Lyme’s 250-acre Johnston Preserve was designated a future Old Growth Forest by the Old Growth Forest Network (OGFN) in 2021 This walk is co-sponsored by … [Read more...] about Lyme Land Trust Celebrates Earth Day with Johnston Preserve Walk, OL Land Trust Hosts Milkweed Planting; Both Events Today
Death Announced of Captain Richard W. “Dick” Krom, USN Retired, of Old Lyme; Founded Malta, Inc. to Help the Homeless in SE CT
OLD LYME -- Captain Richard W. "Dick" Krom, USN retired, 78, formerly of Niantic died at his home in Old Lyme Feb. 11, 2022 ... Upon Retirement, Dick focused on helping others. He was coordinator of the Care and Share Soup Kitchen in Groton for 20 years. In 1999, Dick founded Malta, Inc. to help those who are homeless in Southeastern Connecticut. He served as its President … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Captain Richard W. “Dick” Krom, USN Retired, of Old Lyme; Founded Malta, Inc. to Help the Homeless in SE CT
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Name Allison Hine as New Principal of Lyme School
OLD LYME — The Lyme-Old Lyme Schools is pleased to announce that Allison Hine has been named principal of Lyme Consolidated School and will begin her position July 1, 2022. Hine, a resident of Old Lyme, is currently the principal of Brownstone Intermediate School in Portland, Conn. She replaces Jim Cavalieri, who is retiring after 44 years in education, 20 of those as … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Name Allison Hine as New Principal of Lyme School
Lyme-Old Lyme MS Principal Ambruso Named CT Middle School Principal of the Year
OLD LYME — Mark Ambruso, principal of Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School, has been named the 2022 Connecticut Middle School Principal of the Year. Nominated by numerous colleagues, Ambruso is known for his leadership and authenticity. He is credited for fostering a positive, safe and fun middle school environment for all students. “Mark develops strong relationships with every … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme MS Principal Ambruso Named CT Middle School Principal of the Year
Nationally Renowned Guest Artists Lead Painting Workshops at Lyme Academy
OLD LYME -- Lyme Academy of Fine Arts hosts four comprehensive painting workshops in April, May and June. These workshops offer students an opportunity to work closely with nationally-renowned guest artists for a concentrated and intensive period of time. Students will gain technical experience and insight into the diverse perspectives and methodologies of figurative and … [Read more...] about Nationally Renowned Guest Artists Lead Painting Workshops at Lyme Academy
It’s Community Day TODAY at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School! Stop by and Help Paint the Welcome Mural
OLD LYME -- It's Community Day TODAY from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School! Drop by and meet Jasmine Oyola-Blumenthal, who is the lead artist creating the new Welcome mural in the school. Help paint a portion of the mural and/or write a welcome message of encouragement to a new or current student. All are welcome. The mural is part of the Sister Murals … [Read more...] about It’s Community Day TODAY at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School! Stop by and Help Paint the Welcome Mural
April 19 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Raise Cumulative Total to 1079, Lyme Holds at 265
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Tuesday, April 19, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) shows four new, confirmed COVID-19 case in Old Lyme and none in Lyme. This case raises Old Lyme’s cumulative case total to 1079 while Lyme’s holds at 265. The most recent day when at least five cases were reported in either town was Feb. 28, 2022, when … [Read more...] about April 19 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Raise Cumulative Total to 1079, Lyme Holds at 265
Death Announced of John Cordock, 58, of Old Lyme; Services in OL April 20 & 21
OLD LYME -- John Cordock, 58, passed away unexpectedly April 12, 2022, at his home in Old Lyme. He was the devoted husband of Reyly Cordock and an exceptional father to his son Sean ... He was a parishioner of Christ the King Church in Old Lyme ... He is survived by his siblings, James Cordock, his wife Valerie, Catherine Wible, her husband Douglas, and Thomas Cordock, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John Cordock, 58, of Old Lyme; Services in OL April 20 & 21
Contentious No-Wake Zone on Tonight’s Rogers Lake Authority Meeting Agenda
LYME/OLD LYME -- UPDATED @9:45am with details of RLA post on Town of OL website. This evening, Tuesday, April 19, the Rogers Lake Authority (RLA) will meet in the Old Lyme Town Hall's Meeting Room at 7:30 p.m. The meeting is likely to draw a large crowd as the contentious topic of the proposed No-Wake zone on Rogers Lake is on the agenda. In a post dated April 5, and … [Read more...] about Contentious No-Wake Zone on Tonight’s Rogers Lake Authority Meeting Agenda
Registration Now Open for Variety of Summer Youth Programs at Lyme Academy
OLD LYME -- This summer, Lyme Academy of Fine Arts will offer a full schedule of summer art programs for students ages 11 and up. Storied landscapes coupled with in-studio instruction by acclaimed, professional artists will provide an exceptional opportunity for students to improve their artistic skills. The three distinctive youth programs include a Pre-College and Middle … [Read more...] about Registration Now Open for Variety of Summer Youth Programs at Lyme Academy
It’s Tax Day Today!
LYME/OLD LYME -- You probably don't need us to remind you, but today is the deadline for paying both your state and federal taxes. The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services has answers to your last-minute questions here. The Inland Revenue Service has help here. Good luck ... and have a great day! … [Read more...] about It’s Tax Day Today!