LYME/OLD LYME — The churches of Lyme and Old Lyme are hosting a variety of Easter services today.Full details of each church’s services are listed below, along with the respective Zoom links (if available) if you opt to join a service virtually. Christ The King Good Friday No Mass will be celebrated. The 3 p.m. Good Friday service centers on the reading of the Passion of … [Read more...] about Happy Easter, Happy Passover! Variety of Easter Services Offered in Lyme, Old Lyme
COVID-19 Cases in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools January Through March 2022
LYME/OLD LYME -- Under new state protocols for schools, Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools are no longer required to carry out contact tracing. LOL Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser explained the latest developments in LOL Schools COVID protocols in an April 1 email to the school community, saying, “As noted in my email of February 17, 2022, beginning April 1, 2022 we will no … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Cases in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools January Through March 2022
Ledge Light to Hold Vaccine Clinics Throughout April, May, Early June
LYME/OLD LYME -- Ledge Light Health District will be holding vaccination clinics throughout April and May. The COVID-19 vaccine is free and currently available for people 5 and up. People aged 50 years and older, who had their first booster four months ago, are now eligible for second boosters. First and second primary series and first boosters will also be … [Read more...] about Ledge Light to Hold Vaccine Clinics Throughout April, May, Early June
Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Hosts a Community ‘Spring Eggstravaganza’ Today!
OLD LYME -- Lyme Academy of Fine Arts in partnership with the Lyme-Old Lyme Lions Club invites community members to attend the first, annual Spring Eggstravaganza on Saturday, April 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Adults and children are invited to gather on the Academy’s campus on Lyme Street for festive outdoor activities including egg hunts, live music, food, photos and … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Hosts a Community ‘Spring Eggstravaganza’ Today!
With Current Uptick of COVID-19 Cases, CT DPH Stresses Residents Should Utilize Available Tools to Prevent Virus Spread
Editor's Note: This press release from CT DPH was forwarded to us by Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) for publication. Both Lyme and Old Lyme are members of LLHD. NEW LONDON/LYME/OLD LYME — With the current uptick of COVID-19 cases—coupled with the upcoming schedule of spring holidays and family gatherings—the Connecticut Department of Public Health is reminding residents … [Read more...] about With Current Uptick of COVID-19 Cases, CT DPH Stresses Residents Should Utilize Available Tools to Prevent Virus Spread
Final Days to View Youth Art Show at Lyme Academy, Features Works by LOL Schools’ K-12 Students
OLD LYME — Lyme Youth Service Bureau (LYSB)’s annual Youth Art Show, which is now in its 36th year, celebrates the artistic achievements of K through 12 students, who attend Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools. The show includes many pieces that have recently won impressive awards in state and local competitions. The show is a collaboration between LYSB, LOL Schools, and Lyme … [Read more...] about Final Days to View Youth Art Show at Lyme Academy, Features Works by LOL Schools’ K-12 Students
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Sports Roundup
Girls Tennis 2022 Wednesday, April 13 Old Lyme Routs North Branford 7-0 Scores: 1st Singles: Abby Sicuranza Vs Dhruvi Patel 6-0, 6-1 2nd Singles: Sam Tan vs Payton Kamienski 6-0, 6-0 3rd Singles: Callie Bass vs Molly LaCroix 6-0, 6-0 4th Singles: Elaina Morosky vs Bridget Betzner 6-0, 6-0 1st Doubles: Livie Bass / Fiona Hufford Catherine Pollock / … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Sports Roundup
Death Announced of Thomas C. “Tom” Stanton of Old Lyme, Services April 15
OLD LYME -- Thomas C. "Tom" Stanton, was born in 1933, and lived in New Britain, until moving to the beautiful seaside community of Hawks Nest Beach, Old Lyme, in 1986, to a home his father built in the 1940s ... Tom served his country in Germany before returning to New Britain, to raise a family ... Tom will be thoroughly missed by his many friends and neighbors in the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Thomas C. “Tom” Stanton of Old Lyme, Services April 15
Death Announced of Diane Fanelli McCue; Mother of Jen Burke, Longtime Teacher in LOL Schools
NIANTIC -- Diane Fanelli McCue of Niantic passed away at home surrounded by her family on the afternoon of April 7, 2022. Diane was 79 years old. She was born Jan. 18, 1943, in Hartford, the daughter of William and Giovanna (Jean) Milanese Fanelli. Diane graduated from Bulkeley High School in Hartford in 1960, and attended Albertus Magnus College and Connecticut College … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Diane Fanelli McCue; Mother of Jen Burke, Longtime Teacher in LOL Schools
Gillette Castle Sign Honoring William Gillette Restored by Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumna Schillawski
EAST HADDAM, Conn. – Several years of planning by supporters of Gillette Castle State Park — in combination with a young woman’s talents — have restored a much-missed piece of park nostalgia. It is a tall wooden post sporting a large sign paying homage to actor William Gillette, who is shown in silhouette in a deerstalker cap, the emblem of his most famous theatrical role — … [Read more...] about Gillette Castle Sign Honoring William Gillette Restored by Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumna Schillawski
Old Lyme Open Space Commission Requests Trail-Walkers Pay Special Attention While Lords Meadow Construction is Ongoing
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Open Space Commission owns a small parking area and connecting trail at 33-1 Lord’s Meadow that provides hiking access to the Old Lyme Land Trust’s Lay-Allen Preserve. Hikers interested in a longer walk can also access the McCulloch Family Open Space via this trail and the Land Trust Preserve. There is active construction in the neighborhood … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Open Space Commission Requests Trail-Walkers Pay Special Attention While Lords Meadow Construction is Ongoing
Anti-Lamont PAC Launched with $500K Donation From Former RTC Chair Kelsey of Old Lyme Reports Spending $300K, Second Donor Also Gave $500K
OLD LYME -- CT Truth PAC, the independent-expenditure group supporting Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski with television and web ads attacking Gov. Ned Lamont, reported Sunday it has spent about $300,000 of the $1 million provided by two wealthy businessmen. Formed in February with an initial contribution of $500,000 from David Kelsey of Old Lyme, the … [Read more...] about Anti-Lamont PAC Launched with $500K Donation From Former RTC Chair Kelsey of Old Lyme Reports Spending $300K, Second Donor Also Gave $500K
Old Lyme WPCA to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Sewer Ordinance Tonight
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA) will hold a Regular Meeting this evening at 7:30 p.m. at Old Lyme Town Hall. A Public Hearing on the proposed Sewer Ordinance will follow the WPCA Regular Meeting. The agenda for the meeting is as follows: Call to Order Approval of the Minutes – March 9th, 2022 Budget Summary … [Read more...] about Old Lyme WPCA to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Sewer Ordinance Tonight
Old Lyme Tennis: Girls Win, Boys Lose Against Westbrook
Boys' Tennis: Old Lyme lost 2-5 to Westbrook April 11. In an extremely competitive match, several games went into the third set to achieve a result. Singles: 1. Charles Hinckley vs. Joey Caslin: 6-7, 6-4, 2-6 2. Griffin McGlinchey vs. Elliot Koplas: 1-6, 4-6 3. Will Danes vs. Jonah Freuud: 0-6, 4-6 4. Nikolai Stephens-Zumbaum vs. Josh Davey: 4-6, 6-4, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Tennis: Girls Win, Boys Lose Against Westbrook
SECWAC Presents Yale Professor Speaking in Old Lyme on “The War in Ukraine’, Tonight
OLD LYME -- On Tuesday, April 12, from 6 to 7 p.m., the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) hosts Professor Marci Shore from the Department of History at Yale University. She will speak on the highly topical subject of "The War in Ukraine." This will be a hybrid presentation offering both in-person and Zoom options. Since this will be SECWAC's return to … [Read more...] about SECWAC Presents Yale Professor Speaking in Old Lyme on “The War in Ukraine’, Tonight