Selectman Jim Lampos called for a discussion about using the term “diversity, equity and inclusion” in town policies. He said the words have become politically charged.

Old Saybrook Democrat Jane Wisialowski will vie again to represent Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and part of Westbrook.

The properties will be used as a nature preserve for children, according to local assessor’s documents. The properties were granted tax-exempt status earlier this year.

One resident stood up at the meeting to announce he was wearing a concealed firearm. “Do you feel infringed?” he asked. “Do you feel like you’re harmed?”

A bipartisan Senate vote advances the “Golden Girls” bill, allowing homeowners to rent bedrooms by right. Lawmakers say it boosts affordability and property rights.

Plans for a pedestrian bridge over the Lieutenant River, now expanded to include a fishing pier, have selectmen questioning whether the project is worthwhile.

Barbara Labriola, a three-term treasurer in Old Saybrook, said she will bring her local focus on transparency and fiscal responsibility to Hartford.

He said he plans to serve the remainder of his term through January, after which his life as a newlywed and business owner promises a new direction for the 12-year state representative.

At the award presentation Thursday, Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas said if there were an award for best turnout at a Democracy Cup ceremony, Lyme would win that too.

Shaun Mastroianni was appointed to a full seat on the Affordable Housing Commission, while selectmen reappointed zoning alternate Michael Barnes despite a lack of support from commission leadership.

Selectmen split over two appointments, including one candidate recommended by the commission and an alternate in a property dispute with the town.

State Senator Norm Needleman, D-Essex, is seeking a fifth term. Issues including energy policy, transportation, budgeting, and municipal needs remain high on his list of priorities.

From a failed plan that would have reimagined Halls Road as a livable town center to the $11.55 million sale of its largest plaza, six of LymeLine’s ten most popular stories involve controversies and triumphs on the commercial strip in the shadow of Interstate 95.

Ferraro, of Clinton, said he will make Connecticut a more affordable place to live, work, and retire by addressing issues including energy bills and property taxes.

George Frampton Jr. argues town government could make faster, better and more transparent decisions by adopting some key innovative ideas while excluding partisan politics.

We take a look at how selectmen are elected in small towns like Lyme and Old Lyme.

Voters in Lyme and Old Lyme propelled the towns into the state’s Top Five list for the highest voter turnout, with Lyme leading the way at 66.1%. In Old Lyme, 60.5% of voters turned out at the polls.

Several tight races between members of the same party have triggered an automatic recount, but one affected candidate has already waived her right to the review process.

The results are from the Connecticut Secretary of the State’s Office.

The results are from the Connecticut Secretary of the State’s Office.