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Letter to the Editor: Former Selectwoman Says Commission Appointment is Not in Best Interest of Town
Judith Read raises concerns about legal costs, unresolved disputes, and the decision to appoint someone involved in a threatened lawsuit that names her, among others.
Letter to the Editor: Kudos to Old Lyme’s Public Works Team
A resident writes in with praise for the town’s handling of last week’s winter storm under the leadership of Public Works Director Ed Adanti.
Letter to the Editor: Response to Smith Neck Road Owner on Zoning Appeal and Public Review
A Smith Neck Road neighbor reiterates calls to make public a revised plan for a controversial riverfront home before the Zoning Commission votes on a legal settlement.
Letter to the Editor: Smith Neck Road Property Owner Says Settlement Would Resolve Zoning Concerns and End Litigation
The homeowner touts scaled-back house plans and added buffers while arguing the commission must weigh the interests of the entire town.
Letter to the Editor: Smith Neck Road Neighbor Calls for Public Oversight of Zoning Meeting, Monday
The resident argues a proposed legal settlement bypasses public review and standard zoning procedures in the case of a large, riverfront home denied by the commission a year ago.
Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus’
First published in The New York Sun in 1897, “Is There a Santa Claus?” became one of the most widely reprinted editorials in American history. LymeLine joins the tradition 128 years later as proof that the magic of childhood, Santa Claus and newspapers endures.
Letter to the Editor: Be Careful What You Vote For on the Sewer Project
Is Old Lyme’s proposed sewer system affordable or necessary? A resident raises legal, financial, and development concerns as she urges voters to take a closer look.
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme WPCA Chairman Says Voting ‘No’ Won’t Eliminate the Need for Sewers — It Will Only Make Them More Expensive
Ahead of the referendum, the WPCA chairman disputes sewer cost claims, warns of state enforcement if voters say no, and argues the project is essential for Sound View’s future as seas rise.
Letter to the Editor: Resident Calls for Comprehensive Approach to Old Lyme’s Sewer Needs
A resident questions whether Old Lyme’s sewer proposal looks beyond Sound View, warning the plan lacks a townwide vision and enough information for voters facing a major decision at the upcoming referendum.
Letter to the Editor: Sewer Monster Could be Coming for You Next
A WPCA member calls Old Lyme’s sewer project a looming financial “monster” and warns the upcoming referendum could set a costly precedent townwide.
Still Deciding? Here Are All Our Lyme/Old Lyme-Related Election Articles, Candidate Q & A’s, and Letters to Help
We’ve compiled all our election coverage in one place to help you make an informed decision.
Letter to the Editor: Attendance Records for Old Lyme Board of Finance Candidates Thompson, Kelsey Differ Sharply
Letter to the Editor: Former First Selectman Griswold Endorses Mesham, Read for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen
Letter to the Editor: Fogliano is ‘Fair-minded, Collaborative and Knowledgeable’ Zoning Candidate
Deadline for Receipt of Election-Related ‘Letters to the Editor’ Has Passed
Letter to the Editor: An Open Letter to the Residents of Old Lyme from First Selectwoman Shoemaker
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Republican Pledges Support for Democratic BOE Candidate Shyloski
Letter to the Editor: An Open Letter to the Citizens of Old Lyme from Selectman Lampos
Letter to the Editor: Veteran Old Lyme Board of Finance (BOF) Member Endorses ‘Capable … Deeply Committed’ Republican Slate of BOF Candidates
Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker Keeps Her Promises