Democrat White Loses Her Board of Selectpeople Seat, Powell St. Louis (R) Fails to Gain One LYME—In unconfirmed results, unaffiliated candidate Kristy Zelek, who was endorsed by the Democrats, swept to victory in Lyme with 675 votes, defeating her Republican challenger Tom St. Louis, who polled 451 votes. St. Louis will take a spot on the Board of Selectpeople, … [Read more...] about Tom St. Louis Loses to Zelek in Lyme First Selectperson Race, But Wins Spot on Board; Kiker Retains Position as Selectman
Shoemaker Wins Top Spot in Old Lyme, Lampos and Mesham Join Her on Board of Selectmen
OLD LYME—In unconfirmed results, incumbent Democrat Martha Shoemaker held her First Selectwoman seat fighting off a strong campiagn by Republican challenger John Mesham. Shoemaker's running mate Jim Lampos also held his seat and the third seat on the board will be taken by Mesham. Jude Read (R) lost her seat as a Selectwoman. We do not yet have any detailed numbers on the … [Read more...] about Shoemaker Wins Top Spot in Old Lyme, Lampos and Mesham Join Her on Board of Selectmen
Another Happy Halloween on Lyme Street
OLD LYME—It was a great Halloween night on Lyme Street yesterday. The weather cooperated and smiling, sometimes scary, faces were everywhere. Community spirit filled the air and all the tension and tribulations of next Tuesday's election were left at home. Enjoy our photo essay of the evening. Huge thanks to our in-town photographer Michele Dickey for being there on the … [Read more...] about Another Happy Halloween on Lyme Street
Celebrating the Past, Present and Future of LymeLine
A Message to Our Readers from the LymeLine.com Publisher/Editor We are proud to say that on Dec. 3, 2025, LymeLine will celebrate 22 years of publication—that makes us one of the oldest, continuously published online community news websites in the country! LymeLine.com was founded by veteran publisher Jack Turner in 2003—he engaged me as his News Editor, but after some 12 … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Past, Present and Future of LymeLine
UPDATED: Livestream Link Announced for ‘Meet the Candidates for Board of Education,’ Will Continue to be Available Post-Debate
OLD LYME — 10/22 UPDATE: Wednesday's debate will be live streamed at this link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCF2_W7yYtFwx067Ici9776Q/live. The link will continue to be available after the debate so the recording can viewed at a later date as convenient by anyone interested. Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) is hosting a “Meet the Candidates for Board of … [Read more...] about UPDATED: Livestream Link Announced for ‘Meet the Candidates for Board of Education,’ Will Continue to be Available Post-Debate
A California Griswold Wedding on Griswold Point
Editor's Note: I have always said that one of the joys of this job is never knowing what I will open next in my overflowing Inbox! Imagine my surprise when I clicked on an email recently and it was an invitation to cover a wedding in Old Lyme—but not just any wedding but rather one being held on Griswold Point ... with the bride and groom coming all the way from Los Angeles, … [Read more...] about A California Griswold Wedding on Griswold Point
Student-Led Walkout at Lyme-Old Lyme HS Demands Action on Gun Violence Prevention
OLD LYME–On Friday Sept. 5, Students Demand Action groups, a grassroots arm of Everytown for Gun Safety, hosted coordinated school walkouts across the country to demand lawmakers at the state and federal level pass a ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. Margaret Thuma, a senior at Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS), joined this nationwide effort by leading a … [Read more...] about Student-Led Walkout at Lyme-Old Lyme HS Demands Action on Gun Violence Prevention
Wood Island Life Saving Station in Maine Launches Essay Contest to Win Overnight Stay at Location, See the ‘Mervin F. Roberts’ Boat at Work
OLD LYME—Readers may recall the wonderful story we covered about the acquisition from this area of an old coast guard rescue boat named the Mervin F. Roberts by the non-profit Wood Island Life Saving Station Association (WILSSA) of Kittery, Maine. The original connection between the WILSSA and the boat was made through an article published by LymeLine about our … [Read more...] about Wood Island Life Saving Station in Maine Launches Essay Contest to Win Overnight Stay at Location, See the ‘Mervin F. Roberts’ Boat at Work
Music, Mirth, Merriment Abound at Fabulous FloGris Concert
OLD LYME—Despite the intense rain storm in the afternoon, by the time the evening rolled around, the skies were clear and a wonderful night of music and friendship took place on the grounds of the FloGris Museum. The ‘Mighty Soul Drivers' kicked off Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival 2025 yesterday evening with a rousing concert. Picnics were eaten, beverages were … [Read more...] about Music, Mirth, Merriment Abound at Fabulous FloGris Concert
TOP STORY: ‘Best Ever’ White Elephant Sale Achieves Record-Breaking Results … Again
This Year's Gross Sales Exceed 2024 Record By "At Least 10 Percent" OLD LYME — The weather was great for this year's White Elephant Sale (WES) at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme ... unlike last year when the heavens opened and rain dampened everything ... except the financial results. So, here at LymeLine, we wondered how things went in this year's sale, … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: ‘Best Ever’ White Elephant Sale Achieves Record-Breaking Results … Again
TOP STORY: Lyme Academy Receives $1.8 Million Donation Enabling Purchase of Adjacent Property Owned by Gil Boro
Gift is Largest in Academy's History OLD LYME — In what Michael Duffy, who serves as Lyme Academy Board of Trustees Chair, describes as, "an act of astonishing generosity," a local couple is donating $1.8 million to the Academy to enable it to purchase the neighboring property at 80-1 Lyme Street, which is better known as the former Studio 80 + Sculpture Gardens owned by … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: Lyme Academy Receives $1.8 Million Donation Enabling Purchase of Adjacent Property Owned by Gil Boro
TOP STORY: Celebrating a Carousel’s Centenary in Old Lyme
OLD LYME — It might have been a drizzly day on Saturday but spirits were high in the Sound View section of Old Lyme where celebrations took place to acknowledge the 100th anniversary of the construction of the beloved carousel. The merry-go-round has been in its current location at the foot of Hartford Ave.since 1976. Presentations were made by numerous individuals … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: Celebrating a Carousel’s Centenary in Old Lyme
Lymes’ Senior Center Hosts ‘Soft Opening’ to Welcome Back Members to Renovated, Expanded Facility
OLD LYME—On Monday, May 5, more than 150 people turned out for a celebratory pizza party at the Lyme’s Senior Center in honor of its "soft opening." The Center on Town Woods Rd. has finally emerged from a major renovation and expansion project. Those who attended were able to explore the now much improved facility while also viewing the new design and improvements for … [Read more...] about Lymes’ Senior Center Hosts ‘Soft Opening’ to Welcome Back Members to Renovated, Expanded Facility
Old Lyme Puts Up Brave Fight in Div. V State Championship, But Shepaug Completes Perfect Season With 58-46 Win
MOHEGAN SUN–Top-seeded Shepaug Valley completed their unbeaten season Saturday, capping it with victory in the CIAC Division V State Championship when they soundly defeated Old Lyme 58-46. This was a first-time state tournament win for Shepaug Valley. The Wildcats were defending champions having won the Division V title last year under then-21-year-old coach Brady … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Puts Up Brave Fight in Div. V State Championship, But Shepaug Completes Perfect Season With 58-46 Win
Old Lyme is Runner-Up in ‘USA Today’s’ National “Best Small Towns Art Scene” Poll
"Thrilled [to be] Considered ... a top pick" (Cheryl Poirier, Old Lyme EDC Chair) OLD LYME—Yesterday, USA Today announced the results of its 2025 Readers’ Choice Award for Best Small Town Arts Scene. Old Lyme came in second behind Vermillion, S.D. The full list of winners in descending order is as follows: The article in USA Today revealing the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme is Runner-Up in ‘USA Today’s’ National “Best Small Towns Art Scene” Poll