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Crosby Explains Importance of ‘The Gift of Education’ to Haitians; Free, Virtual Presentation This Evening

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OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 6:30 p.m., the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library will host a virtual presentation via Zoom by Rebecca Crosby, who is co-founder of the Crosby Fund for Haitian Education. This free presentation titled will start at 6:30 p.m. and are welcome. Registration is required at this link in order to obtain the Zoom link. During the … [Read more...] about Crosby Explains Importance of ‘The Gift of Education’ to Haitians; Free, Virtual Presentation This Evening

Old Lyme Registrar Explains Why No Recount for Region 18 BOE Race Between Lowry, Staab; Result Announced After Polls Closed Was Incorrect

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OLD LYME -- Old Lyme Republican Registrar Cathy Carter confirmed to LymeLine by email Monday morning that there would only be one recount Monday evening for the Old Lyme Zoning Commission position with a five-year term beginning 2022. She explained in the email that the results for the fourth position on the Region 18 Board of Education (BOE) were "... read incorrectly on … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Registrar Explains Why No Recount for Region 18 BOE Race Between Lowry, Staab; Result Announced After Polls Closed Was Incorrect

Old Lyme Achieves Top Certification by Sustainable CT, First Municipality in New London County to Achieve Silver Certification

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OLD LYME -- An Open Space Plan with its eye on sustainability, a town-wide Pollinator Pathway that encourages residents to plant native species, and a strong commitment to arts and culture are just some of the initiatives that led to Old Lyme recently receiving the highest level of certification by Sustainable Connecticut.  Old Lyme met high standards in a broad range of … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Achieves Top Certification by Sustainable CT, First Municipality in New London County to Achieve Silver Certification

Nov. 3 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Old Lyme Takes Cumulative Total to 441; Lyme Steady at 131

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Wednesday, Nov. 3, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows one new case in Old Lyme taking that town's  cumulative total of COVID-19 to 441. No new cases were reported in Lyme leaving the cumulative total of cases there at 131. This is the 17th day in succession that no new cases have been reported in … [Read more...] about Nov. 3 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Old Lyme Takes Cumulative Total to 441; Lyme Steady at 131

Death Announced of Henry ‘Hank’ Thomas Golet of Old Lyme; Acclaimed Nature Photographer, Tireless OL Land Trust Volunteer, Father of Nikki Berry of Lyme

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OLD LYME -- Henry Thomas Golet, of Old Lyme, Connecticut, passed away on October 15, 2021 at the age of 84. Henry, or “Hank” as he was known to many, died peacefully at home with the sounds of birds and his water garden outside his open door. Born in Middletown, Connecticut, Hank was the son of the late Walter “Jack” and Louise (Ryczek) Golet, and grew up in Moodus. His … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Henry ‘Hank’ Thomas Golet of Old Lyme; Acclaimed Nature Photographer, Tireless OL Land Trust Volunteer, Father of Nikki Berry of Lyme

Republicans Griswold, Ward Win in Old Lyme; Shoemaker (D) Takes Third Spot on BOS; Early Results Show Nosal Secures Seat on Zoning, But Recounts Needed in Several Contests; Full Unofficial Results

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Editor's Note: COMMENTING IS NOW CLOSED ON THIS ARTICLE. OLD LYME -- UPDATED 11/3 WITH MORE DETAILS ON VOTE COUNTS: These are the preliminary UNOFFICIAL results from Tuesday's election with those elected in bold. Several of the races appear to require a recount. Republican Tim Griswold retained his position for a second consecutive term as Old Lyme First Selectman by … [Read more...] about Republicans Griswold, Ward Win in Old Lyme; Shoemaker (D) Takes Third Spot on BOS; Early Results Show Nosal Secures Seat on Zoning, But Recounts Needed in Several Contests; Full Unofficial Results

Old Lyme Board of Selectmen Candidates Respond to Our Questions

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OLD LYME — In keeping with our now almost 18-year tradition and in the interests of increasing voter knowledge prior to the upcoming election, we posed three questions in writing to the four candidates for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen, who will be on the ballot in the Nov. 2 election. There is no contest for the Lyme Board of Selectmen, where the three incumbents are … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Board of Selectmen Candidates Respond to Our Questions

It’s Election Day! Where to Vote in Person, How to Vote by Absentee Ballot, How to Register to Vote on Election Day

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LYME/OLD LYME -- Tuesday, Nov. 2 is election day. Here is a summary of important details to assist you in the voting process. We will publish the results as soon as possible after they are announced. IN-PERSON VOTING For LYME Residents For voters who wish to vote in person, the polls at Lyme Town Hall, 480 Hamburg Rd., Lyme, will be open Tuesday, Nov. 2, from 6 a.m. … [Read more...] about It’s Election Day! Where to Vote in Person, How to Vote by Absentee Ballot, How to Register to Vote on Election Day

‘Debate’ to be Held This Evening at 5:30pm With Republicans, No Democrats; Eric Parker to Ask Questions

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OLD LYME -- We have just been informed that tonight's debate has been reformatted as follows:- The event will start at 5:30 p.m. NOT the previously announced 5 p.m. It will still be held in Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School (LOLMS.) All are welcome. Victoria Lanier, campaign manager for the Republicans, states, "The Republican candidates will go forward. Eric Parker [of Channel … [Read more...] about ‘Debate’ to be Held This Evening at 5:30pm With Republicans, No Democrats; Eric Parker to Ask Questions

More on Tonight’s Debate

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OLD LYME -- After the Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce’s efforts to organize an in-person debate between the candidates for the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen fell through, the campaign managers of the Old Lyme Republican and Democratic parties have worked tirelessly to try and make it happen. As we write, however, it seems there are still some issues to be resolved and both … [Read more...] about More on Tonight’s Debate

Memories of Another Happy Halloween on Lyme Street

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It happened again ... Halloween on Lyme Street, that is! It was another wonderful night and here are a few photos of a memorable night in Old Lyme. There were pumpkins and skeletons galore all along Lyme Street ... There were spiders and webs ... and bumble bees too! As always, the Mergy's, who own the former Christ the King Church, put on a grand display. … [Read more...] about Memories of Another Happy Halloween on Lyme Street

Old Lyme Congregational Church Hosts Sacred Jazz Worship Service This Morning at 10am, All Welcome

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OLD LYME – This weekend, the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL) is holding a special, three-part community event titled “The Rhythm of the Saints: A Gathering of the Graces in Word, Song and Film,” which will enable area residents to: mourn loved ones lost during COVID, when memorial services were unable to be observed  attend a movie screening and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Congregational Church Hosts Sacred Jazz Worship Service This Morning at 10am, All Welcome

Last Day to See ‘Wee Faerie Village’ at Old Lyme’s Florence Griswold Museum; Enjoy ‘Halloween Fun in Follywoods’ Today

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OLD LYME -- After postponing Wee Faerie Village last year due to COVID, the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme presents FOLLY WOODS: Awesome Wee Faerie Architecture Along the Artists’ Trail on the grounds of museum’s 12-acre campus from Oct. 1 through 31. Visitors follow a map to explore 23 miniature wonders handcrafted by artists, designers, and faerie-aficionados. This … [Read more...] about Last Day to See ‘Wee Faerie Village’ at Old Lyme’s Florence Griswold Museum; Enjoy ‘Halloween Fun in Follywoods’ Today

Wildcat Soccer Girls Advance to Shoreline Semis, Meet Morgan Away

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OLD LYME --  UPDATED 11/03: Sadly, the girls were defeated by Morgan 2-1 in the Shoreline Conference semifinal. They now enter the state championship play-offs. The third-seeded Old Lyme girls defeated #6 seeds Old Saybrook 2-0 in the first round of the Shoreline championship. Both Wildcat goals came in the first half with Alexis Fenton scoring after 30 seconds off a … [Read more...] about Wildcat Soccer Girls Advance to Shoreline Semis, Meet Morgan Away