LYME/OLD LYME -- As previously announced, we have removed all Letters to the Editor from our homepage and they are all now published on our Letters page in the order in which they were received. We will continue to publish any further letters received before our final deadline of Sunday, Oct. 31, at midnight, on our Letters page only. Any Letters received after midnight … [Read more...] about Answers to Your Questions About ‘Letters to the Editor’ Regarding the Election
Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Seeks Businesses/Individuals to ‘Sponsor a Row’
OLD LYME -- The Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) has recently initiated a Sponsor a Row campaign. For a $250 donation, a Row Sponsor will have a sign designated with their name or business name posted in the garden for the growing season. Approximately $250 is required to plant and maintain a row every year. This includes the plants/seeds and fertilizer in … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Seeks Businesses/Individuals to ‘Sponsor a Row’
Death of Fortunato “Frank” Cocco, 87, of Old Lyme Announced, Services Thursday
OLD LYME -- Fortunato "Frank" Cocco, 87, of Old Lyme passed away at home Oct. 22, 2021. He was surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Anne (DeMatteo) Cocco, to whom he was married for 65 years ... Fortunato is survived by his wife Anne; his children Rose Anne Rand of Lyme ... Viewing will be from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, at the … [Read more...] about Death of Fortunato “Frank” Cocco, 87, of Old Lyme Announced, Services Thursday
Death of Dr. William Foster O’Meara of Old Lyme Announced, Services to be Held Nov. 5
OLD LYME - Dr. William Foster O'Meara, DMD, M.S., 92, of Old Lyme, formerly of West Hartford, passed away quietly Oct. 18, 2021, with his family by his side. He was the husband of Janice O'Meara, who survives him. Calling hours will take place from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 5, at Neilan and Sons Funeral Home, 48 Grand Street, in Niantic, followed by a funeral Mass at … [Read more...] about Death of Dr. William Foster O’Meara of Old Lyme Announced, Services to be Held Nov. 5
Karzimierz “Chuck” Szymczyk, 68, of Old Lyme, Stricken Unexpectedly on Vacation, Died Oct. 13; Services in OL Oct. 30
OLD LYME -- Karzimierz "Chuck" Szymczyk, age 68, of Old Lyme, was unexpectedly stricken during a family vacation in North Carolina, and passed away Oct. 13, 2021 ... Chuck is survived by his wife Donna of Old Lyme; his sons, Jeff (wife Katie) and Eric (wife Kirsten) ... A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, at Christ the King Church, … [Read more...] about Karzimierz “Chuck” Szymczyk, 68, of Old Lyme, Stricken Unexpectedly on Vacation, Died Oct. 13; Services in OL Oct. 30
Oct. 22 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme; Lyme Holds at 437, OL at 131
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Friday, Oct. 22, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows no change in the cumulative total of COVID-19 cases in either Lyme or Old Lyme compared with Thursday's numbers. This means Old Lyme holds at 437 cases and Lyme at 131 cases. The state does not issue reports over the weekend nor on public … [Read more...] about Oct. 22 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme; Lyme Holds at 437, OL at 131
Unplug This Weekend! Plenty to Enjoy for All Ages in Lyme/Old Lyme … Without Devices
LYME/OLD LYME -- Why not join the Lyme/Old Lyme community in an Unplugged Weekend this coming Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23 and 24? Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) invites you to de-stress and take a 'time-out' from technology and social media. The intent is that this is a weekend to consciously turn off our devices in favor of connection, reflection, and quality … [Read more...] about Unplug This Weekend! Plenty to Enjoy for All Ages in Lyme/Old Lyme … Without Devices
Oct. 20 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 437, Lyme Steady at 131
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Wednesday, Oct. 20, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows two new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme compared with Tuesday's numbers. These cases take Old Lyme's cumulative total to 437. Lyme, meanwhile, holds at a cumulative total of 131 cases. The state does not issue reports over the weekend nor … [Read more...] about Oct. 20 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 437, Lyme Steady at 131
Region 18 BOE ‘Meet the Candidates’ Event to be Held In-Person Tonight, Also Live-Streamed and Recorded
LYME-OLD LYME -- Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and the Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce are hosting an in-person, Meet the Candidates for Board of Education event this evening, Wednesday, Oct. 20, starting at 7 p.m. at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School. LymeLine.com is proud to sponsor the event and all are welcome. The eight candidates running for the Old Lyme open seats … [Read more...] about Region 18 BOE ‘Meet the Candidates’ Event to be Held In-Person Tonight, Also Live-Streamed and Recorded
Jim Lampos (D): Candidate for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen
Biography: Jim Lampos serves on the Town of Old Lyme Community Connectivity Grant Committee, and is an alternate on the Planning Commission. He previously served on the Sound View Improvements Committee. He has been a year-round resident in Old Lyme with his wife Michaelle and his children Phoebe and Van for the past 16 years, and prior to that was a seasonal resident for … [Read more...] about Jim Lampos (D): Candidate for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen
Martha Shoemaker (D): Candidate for Old Lyme First Selectman
Biography: Martha Shoemaker currently serves as co-chair on the Region 18 Board of Education, the LOL Prevention Coalition and as President of The Friends of the OLPGN Library. Martha is a retired teacher (35 years) and served as her union president for twelve years. She has been employed at FiberQA for four years as their purchasing and production lead. She has been a … [Read more...] about Martha Shoemaker (D): Candidate for Old Lyme First Selectman
Matthew Ward (R): Candidate for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen
Biography: I have lived in Old Lyme for 15 years with my beautiful wife of 20 years, Tara, and our five amazing kids Aidan (Sr), Kaitlyn (Jr), Keara (Soph), Ashlynn (6th) and Liam (4th). I basically have all the Old Lyme Schools covered. I proudly served the public as a CT State Trooper for 20 years - stationed at Troop F Westbrook barracks during my entire career, retiring … [Read more...] about Matthew Ward (R): Candidate for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen
Timothy C. Griswold (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme First Selectman
Biography: Town of Old Lyme: First Selectman: 16 years Treasurer: 4 years Board of Finance: 15 years Chairman: 6 years Board of Assessment Appeals: 8 years Business: Various banking positions in Connecticut – Commercial Lending and Commercial Real Estate Civic: Florence Griswold Museum - Board Lyme Academy of Fine Arts – Board LOL Chamber of Commerce – Past … [Read more...] about Timothy C. Griswold (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme First Selectman
Caryn B. Davis of Lyme Shares ‘A Photographer’s Vision,’ Tonight to Offer Inspiration for ‘Imagining Lyme’ Photo Program
LYME -- Join award-winning photographer Caryn B. Davis for a presentation of her landscapes from the natural world and to celebrate the Lyme Land Trust’s photography program, Imagining Lyme. Davis's presentation will take place Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 7 p.m. in the Lyme Public Library Community Room. Davis will show images of gardens and also some from her recent trips to … [Read more...] about Caryn B. Davis of Lyme Shares ‘A Photographer’s Vision,’ Tonight to Offer Inspiration for ‘Imagining Lyme’ Photo Program
Deadline to Submit Questions for Region 18 BOE ‘Meet the Candidates’ Event is Today at 5pm
LYME-OLD LYME -- Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and the Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce are hosting a 'Meet the Candidates for Board of Education' event on Wednesday, Oct. 20, starting at 7 p.m. at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School. All are welcome. The eight candidates running for the Old Lyme open seats on the Region 18 Board of Education (BOE) will give prepared … [Read more...] about Deadline to Submit Questions for Region 18 BOE ‘Meet the Candidates’ Event is Today at 5pm