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‘Luxury on the Move’ Brings Supercars to Old Lyme, Event Hosted by Nautilus Architects, All-Pro Automotive Open to All, June 1

May 19, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

OLD LYME–Luxury and customized automobiles will converge at the 9 Halls Rd. shopping plaza in Old Lyme (where both Nautilus Architects and The Hangry Goose are located) on Sunday, June 1, from 2 to 5 p.m. The inaugural Luxury on the Move event from Nautilus Architects and All-Pro Automotive is intended to showcase the similarities between luxury homes and luxury cars, … [Read more...] about ‘Luxury on the Move’ Brings Supercars to Old Lyme, Event Hosted by Nautilus Architects, All-Pro Automotive Open to All, June 1

Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce Makes Surprise Announcement

May 17, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan Leave a Comment

OLD SAYBROOK–The Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce has announced a new executive director.  Chamber Board of Directors President Kara Pachniuk in a Thursday letter to members said Andrew Surprise, who previously served as executive director of the Windsor Chamber of Commerce, will take over for Executive Director Judy Sullivan.  Pachniuk credited Sullivan with … [Read more...] about Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce Makes Surprise Announcement

Lyme Farmers Market Opens Saturdays for the Season

May 17, 2025 by Admin

LYME, CT—On Saturday May 24, The Farmers Market at Tiffany Farms opens for the season. It will be open rain or shine, farm field permitting. Vegetables, fruit, meat, milk, cheese, eggs, chicken, and baked goods as well as preserves and maple syrup will be available at the farm on 156 Sterling City Road every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. until mid … [Read more...] about Lyme Farmers Market Opens Saturdays for the Season

Essex Savings Bank Announces New Name, Prepares to Celebrate 175th Anniversary

May 7, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

ESSEX–The Essex Savings Bank is shortening its name.  The institution, which has a branch in Old Lyme, announced it will be known as Essex Bank as of Oct. 1. Its new logo is shown at left. President and CEO Diane Arnold in a press release said the new name better reflects the bank's expanding services, including trust and wealth management services.  “As we … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Announces New Name, Prepares to Celebrate 175th Anniversary

Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Organization for Third Year

April 30, 2025 by Admin

LYME, CT — Lyme Home Watch has earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association (NWHA) for the third year. Home Watch uses visual inspections to check for obvious issues at vacation or primary homes while the owners are away, according to a press release from the association. NWHA has been around since 2009, ensuring that all principals of NHWA-accredited … [Read more...] about Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Organization for Third Year

Elizabeth Regan Joins ‘LymeLine’ as Staff Reporter

April 6, 2025 by Admin

LYME/OLD LYME—We are delighted to announce that Elizabeth Regan is joining our team as a Staff Reporter on Monday, April 7. She previously worked for 'The Day' covering Lyme, Old Lyme, and East Lyme, so many of you will already have met or know of her.  Elizabeth is an experienced journalist with a stellar record in reporting and community engagement. She has won numerous … [Read more...] about Elizabeth Regan Joins ‘LymeLine’ as Staff Reporter

Old Lyme Hardware Hosts Traditional Easter Egg Hunt, April 12

April 5, 2025 by Admin

OLD LYME—Tomorrow, Old Lyme Hardware will host an Easter Egg Hunt in the store starting at 10 a.m. All are welcome. Some 40 children participated in the Hunt last year. This year, Talerico plans to hide 1,000 eggs filled with candy, toys and cash. Asked why she hosts the Easter Egg Hunt—now in its fourth year—Jessica Talerico, the co-owner of Old Lyme Hardware, told … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Hardware Hosts Traditional Easter Egg Hunt, April 12

Meet the Easter Bunny at ‘The Bowerbird’ and ‘Old Lyme Hardware,’ April 12

April 5, 2025 by Admin

OLD LYME—On Saturday, April 12, the Easter Bunny is planning to drop by bothThe Bowerbird and Old Lyme Hardware in the Old Lyme Marketplace between 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. During his visit, the Bunny will be hopping around the stores and anyone is welcome to take pictures or interact with the Bunny.   … [Read more...] about Meet the Easter Bunny at ‘The Bowerbird’ and ‘Old Lyme Hardware,’ April 12

Old Lyme Fire Protection Firm Recognized by Global Leader

March 30, 2025 by Admin

OLD LYME—A local business founded by a former Old Lyme Fire Department Chief has been certified by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to provide training around the world.  JLN Associates in a March press release announced its acceptance into the association's Authorized Education Network. The designation enables the Old Lyme-based training center to … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Fire Protection Firm Recognized by Global Leader

Letter to the Editor: Gravel Pit Situation on Mile Creek Rd. is a ‘Travesty’, ‘Cannot be Allowed to Continue’

March 18, 2025 by George E. Ryan

To the Editor: This letter is in response to the letter sent to the Old Lyme Inland Wetlands and Watercourses Commission (IWWC) from Old Lyme resident Olaf Bertram-Nothnagel, signed by 52 others, and published on LymeLine.com at this link. The letter is an excellent summation of the travesty taking place at 304 & 308-1 Mile Creek Road.  This situation cannot be … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Gravel Pit Situation on Mile Creek Rd. is a ‘Travesty’, ‘Cannot be Allowed to Continue’

Op-Ed: Act Now to Stop Halls Rd. Overlay District

March 14, 2025 by Hiram E. Manville IV

Editor's Note: We received this op-ed from Old Lyme resident Hiram E. Manville IV, who states he was, "Born and raised in Old Lyme (1972)" and is a, "Concerned parent, raising our two- and five-year-olds here in Old Lyme." The proposed Halls Road Overlay District (HROD) threatens to permanently alter Old Lyme, overwhelming our infrastructure, endangering the environment, and … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Act Now to Stop Halls Rd. Overlay District

Op-Ed: HROD Benefits Community, Promotes Sustainable Future for Old Lyme—Helps Prevent Real Threats to OL’s Character, Future

March 10, 2025 by Elaine Stiles

Editor's Note: This op-ed was sent to us by Old Lyme resident Elaine Stiles. As an Old Lyme resident who cares deeply about sustainable growth and housing access, I am writing to express strong support for the proposed Halls Road Overlay District (HROD) and the development and planning principles that inform it. Old Lyme is a small town, but it is located near two … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: HROD Benefits Community, Promotes Sustainable Future for Old Lyme—Helps Prevent Real Threats to OL’s Character, Future

Postponed Feb. 27 Old Lyme Zoning Meeting Rescheduled to April 9, Agenda to Include Request for HROD Approval

March 2, 2025 by Admin

OLD LYME — The Old Lyme Zoning Commission meeting, originally scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 27, in the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School (LOLMS) Auditorium, has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 9, at 6:30 p.m. in the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Auditorium. The Zoning The capacity of the LOLHS auditorium is 550 in contrast to that of the LOLMS auditorium at 225. The … [Read more...] about Postponed Feb. 27 Old Lyme Zoning Meeting Rescheduled to April 9, Agenda to Include Request for HROD Approval

Old Lyme Zoning Commission Meets Thursday to Continue Discussion of Halls Road Overlay District

February 25, 2025 by Olwen Logan

Summary Given of All Related Communications Received by LymeLine OLD LYME—On Thursday, Feb. 27, the Old Lyme Zoning Commission will hold Public Hearings and a Special Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Auditorium. Zoning Commission Chairman Paul Orzel notes that the Middle School has a hard “close” time of 9 p.m., which the Commission intends … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Zoning Commission Meets Thursday to Continue Discussion of Halls Road Overlay District

A View From My Porch: A Short History of the Halls Road Overlay District (HROD), Why it is ‘a Worthy Project’

February 19, 2025 by Thomas D Gotowka

Feb. 16, 2025—Prologue: I read a fluorescent green flyer Sunday morning that was seeking signatures on an online petition; which I ignored. The flyer disparaged the Halls Road Overlay District (HROD) and, of course, had no author or organization. It was anonymous; and began “BEWARE!” and then went on saying something about “A WOLF IN SHEEP’s CLOTHING!!” that may have been … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: A Short History of the Halls Road Overlay District (HROD), Why it is ‘a Worthy Project’

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