We hope all our readers, wherever you are, enjoyed a very happy, peaceful and safe Thanksgiving. We would like to take this opportunity to say how thankful we are to all our readers, writers, advertisers and friends for continuing to support award-winning, independent, local community journalism. We especially would like to thank all our readers, who have donated at any time to … [Read more...] about We are Thankful for You …
Allik is Named Lyme-Old Lyme Schools ‘Teacher of the Year’, Karpinski is ‘Employee of the Year’
OLD LYME—In time-honored tradition, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser announced the District's Teacher of the Year and Employee of the Year at the Convocation assembly held Monday in Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS.) Longtime LOLHS art teacher William 'Will' Allik, who has been working for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools since 2004, was named Teacher of the Year. … [Read more...] about Allik is Named Lyme-Old Lyme Schools ‘Teacher of the Year’, Karpinski is ‘Employee of the Year’
Smiles Abound on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Opening Day
LYME/OLD LYME–This past Tuesday, Aug. 27, was filled with hugs and smiles—and a few nervous steps and glances—as the first day of a new school year in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools unfolded. Asked how the day had gone, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser told LymeLine exclusively in a text message, "We were happy to welcome our students back to school for what looks … [Read more...] about Smiles Abound on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Opening Day
US Senate Republican Primary Sees Lyme, OL Pick Different Winners, AP Calls Race for Corey
LYME/OLD LYME— Two towns, two different results. Tuesday's US Senate Republican Primary in Old Lyme ended with 78 votes for Gerry Smith and 43 for Matthew Corey, while in contrast in Lyme, Corey polled 32 votes to Smith's 14. In Old Lyme, there were 26 Early Votes and three Absentee Ballots—Lyme recorded 14 Early Votes. Turnout was remarkably low in both towns. Old … [Read more...] about US Senate Republican Primary Sees Lyme, OL Pick Different Winners, AP Calls Race for Corey
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Graduate Liam Corrigan WINS GOLD Medal in US Men’s Four in Paris Olympics! UPDATED with NEW TEXT & PHOTOS
PARIS, FRANCE/OLD LYME-- Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) graduate Liam Corrigan won a gold medal in the Mens' Four at the Paris Olympics in a remarkable time of 5:49:03. This was the U.S. men’s first rowing gold medal of the Olympic Games Paris 2024. The Team USA boat led from the 500-meter mark of the race held at at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium and secured the … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Graduate Liam Corrigan WINS GOLD Medal in US Men’s Four in Paris Olympics! UPDATED with NEW TEXT & PHOTOS
Music and Merriment Fill Air at Fabulous FloGris Concert
OLD LYME—It was a night of music and merriment as Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival 2024 kicked off yesterday evening with a toe-tapping concert presented by 'Locomotion.' Picnics were eaten, beverages were consumed, friends reconnected, and people danced to their heart's content. A wonderful night was enjoyed by all! … [Read more...] about Music and Merriment Fill Air at Fabulous FloGris Concert
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Corrigan Looking for Gold in US Men’s Four at Paris Olympics
LYME/OLD LYME — Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) 2015 graduate Liam Corrigan will represent the United States at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which start on Friday. He will be a member of the US Men’s Four boat in the rowing competition. Heats 1 and 2 of the Men’s Four contest will be held respectively on Sunday, July 28, at 12:50 and 1 p.m. Central European Summer Time … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Corrigan Looking for Gold in US Men’s Four at Paris Olympics
Death Announced of David Warden Holahan, 74; Co-Founder of ‘The Old Lyme Gazette’
EAST HADDAM—It is with great sadness that we learned of the death of David Warden Holahan, 74, of East Haddam, CT, who died June 11, 2024 after a battle with cancer. His obituary sums him up as, "a seasoned writer, commentator and reporter." He was also a kind and generous man, and a passionate believer in the importance of community journalism. I met him for lunch once … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David Warden Holahan, 74; Co-Founder of ‘The Old Lyme Gazette’
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Commencement Ceremony Celebrates a ‘Class of Heroes’
OLD LYME—Despite somewhat threatening weather at the Commencement Ceremony held Friday evening, the rain pretty much held off until the 106 Lyme-Old Lyme High School seniors had received their diplomas and officially graduated, thus becoming the Class of 2024. We have published below the speeches made at Commencement in the order in which they were given. More photos will … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Commencement Ceremony Celebrates a ‘Class of Heroes’
Everyone Loves the Old Lyme Parade—Whatever the Weather!
OLD LYME— Yesterday morning, the big question was, "Is it on?" The weather was not being entirely co-operative and no one was sure if Old Lyme's traditional Memorial Day parade would happen. But the man in charge, Tony Hendricks, made his decision ... and what a great one it was! He said that, despite the inclement weather, the parade must go on ... The Old Lyme Board … [Read more...] about Everyone Loves the Old Lyme Parade—Whatever the Weather!
Tantummaheag: What Happened? Where Do We Go From Here?
OLD LYME—At the March 29 Special Meeting in the Old Lyme Town Hall, the Old Lyme (OL) Board of Selectmen gave the public an opportunity to comment on the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Draft between the Town of Old Lyme and the owners of 12 and 19 Tantummaheag Rd., George Frampton and Carla Darista Frampton. A press release issued April 15, by the Old Lyme First … [Read more...] about Tantummaheag: What Happened? Where Do We Go From Here?
Happy St. George’s Day! Of Dragons, Flags, Football and More …
OLD LYME AND BEYOND! -- April 23 is St. George's Day and we are extremely grateful to LymeLine.com reader Russell Fogg of Old Lyme, while traveling with his wife, Anu, in England last year, kindly sent us the photo above to help us acknowledge this special day. And for those who may not know, St. George's Day is the equivalent for the English of St. Patrick's Day for the Irish … [Read more...] about Happy St. George’s Day! Of Dragons, Flags, Football and More …
Introduction of Draft ‘Memo of Understanding’ by Town of Old Lyme, Owners Moves Tantummaheag Landing Dispute Into ‘Less-Divisive Environment’
MOU to be Discussed at 4/29 OL Special Town Meeting OLD LYME—At the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen's (BOS) meeting held Monday, April 15, Selectman Jim Lampos (D) introduced a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the ongoing and protracted dispute over public use of “Tantummaheag Landing” between the Town of Old Lyme and the owners of 12 and 19 Tantummaheag Rd., … [Read more...] about Introduction of Draft ‘Memo of Understanding’ by Town of Old Lyme, Owners Moves Tantummaheag Landing Dispute Into ‘Less-Divisive Environment’
Biden, Trump Win Easily in Lyme, Old Lyme; Runners-up in Both Towns are Haley for Republicans, ‘Uncommitted’ for Dem’s
LYME/OLD LYME—The results in Tuesday's Presidential Preference Primaries brought no surprises in either Lyme or Old Lyme with President Joe Biden (D) and the presumptive Republican nominee Donald J. Trump (R) both winning comfortably, though by significantly different margins. Biden took 93.1% (135 votes) of the 145 Democratic votes cast in Lyme and 89.4% (254 votes) of the … [Read more...] about Biden, Trump Win Easily in Lyme, Old Lyme; Runners-up in Both Towns are Haley for Republicans, ‘Uncommitted’ for Dem’s
Old Lyme BOS, BOF Approve Additional $660K for Lymes’ Senior Center Project; Public Info Meeting to be Held, March 25, Town Meeting Vote, April 15
LYME/OLD LYME —The Old Lyme (OL) Board of Selectmen and the OL Board of Finance approved the Lymes' Senior Center Building Committee's request for an additional $660K of funding at their respective regular meetings Monday (March 18) and Tuesday (March 19) evening. Both votes were unanimous. On Monday, March 25, the BOS will host a Public Information Session at 6:30 p.m.in … [Read more...] about Old Lyme BOS, BOF Approve Additional $660K for Lymes’ Senior Center Project; Public Info Meeting to be Held, March 25, Town Meeting Vote, April 15