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Nearly New Shop Seeks Part-Time Assistant Manager
The Nearly New Shop in Old Lyme is hiring a part-time assistant manager to help oversee daily operations and support its mission of funding church outreach programs.
Old Lyme Property Transactions, 10/15/26
As autumn settles in, take a look at the properties changing hands from the beachfront to the tree lined roads of Old Lyme.
Old Lyme Library to Lend Laptops to Eligible Residents
Libraries are partnering with the state to close the digital divide. The goal is to expand access to the tools people need to use important services online.
Pumpkin Chunkin’ for a Cause at Town Woods Park, Nov. 1
A trebuchet will launch unpainted Halloween pumpkins into the compost pile, helping nourish crops grown for local food assistance programs.
‘Phantom of the Opera’ Gets Old-Timey Treatment on Halloween in Old Lyme
Enjoy a free Oct. 31 screening of “The Phantom of the Opera,” with live organ accompaniment by Robert Humphreville, at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme.
This Weekend in Lyme and Old Lyme, Oct. 9-11
Art, live music, a veterans benefit and a dog-friendly fall festival are among the things to do this weekend.
Old Lyme Animal Shelter Hosts PAWtoberfest, Oct. 10
Enjoy live music, local vendors, food trucks and more from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. And bring your pooch!
Lyme’s Lisa Holmes Takes Farmers’ Stories From Field to Film
A documentary from Lyme resident Lisa Holmes digs into the challenges facing independent farmers and the changing landscape of American agriculture.
Meet the Artist at Lyme Library Photography Reception, Oct. 6
An exhibition of fine art photography by Lyme photographer Skip Hine is on display at the Lyme Public Library through Dec. 1.
Shoemaker Overrides Historic District Commission Denial With Blue and Gold Star Memorials at Old Lyme Town Hall
Shoemaker said she is standing up for veterans by adding the markers to the military monument. The commission said they belong near the ground in a garden.
Statewide Program Identifies Lyme’s Composting, Conservation Initiatives as Success Stories
Sustainable CT recognized several local initiatives as “success stories” in efficiency, resiliency and inclusivity with the renewal of Lyme’s bronze-level certification.
Letter to the Editor Election Policy
Here are LymeLine’s deadlines and guidelines for submitting Letters to the Editor during elections.
Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Benefit Focuses on Veterans in Need, Oct. 10
Learn more about the Vets in Need initiative in a podcast from Norwich-based Veterans Rally Point.
South Lyme Union Chapel to Hold Annual Blessing of Pets, Oct. 4
Pets and their owners are invited to the historic chapel for the community tradition honoring St. Francis of Assisi.
Lyme Anthropologist Works to Bring Nehantic Story to New and Old Audiences
John Pfeiffer has spent decades researching Nehantic history, archaeology and descendants ahead of Saturday’s Nehantic Heritage Day.
Nehantic Heritage Day to Explore Native American Role in Revolutionary War, Oct. 3
The Oct. 3 event honors Nehantics who served in the American Revolution and will include historical exhibits, an artifact identification table, music, storytelling and art.
Lyme Property Transactions, 10/1/26
Recent Lyme property transfers include sales ranging from $200,000 to $1.73 million, according to town clerk records.
Old Lyme Property Transactions, 9/30/26
Browse the latest property transfers and sale prices recorded by the town clerk.
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Draws Record Crowd for Annual Gala
A celebration of the art of bonsai helped make the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center’s annual gala fundraiser the best-attended in its 11-year history.
Lyme Artist Helps Bring East Haddam History — and Cats — to Life in New Mural
The mural from artists Jac Lahav of Lyme and Aliyah Lacombe of New London will be celebrated Oct. 4 as part of the Public Art for Racial Justice Education (PARJE) initiative.