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Village Shoppes on Lyme Street Change Hands

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Yesterday the shop and businesses, which comprise the Village Shoppes, were informed that with effect from May 1 of this year they will have a new landlord. Lee and Michelle Mergy, who live in the property on Lyme Street that was formerly Christ the King church, have purchased the Village Shoppes from the current owner, Warren Hannas.  The sale, which was completed under the … [Read more...] about Village Shoppes on Lyme Street Change Hands

Essex Savings Bank Donates Over $29,000 to 90 Organizations as Part of Community Investment Program

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ESSEX – Results of the recent voting by Essex Savings Bank customers who participated in the Bank's Community Investment Program were announced at a meeting of employees, directors and trustees at the Bank's Plains Road Office on Wednesday, April 8. The Top Ten Winners in attendance received special recognition. They were in order by number of votes: The Shoreline Soup … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Donates Over $29,000 to 90 Organizations as Part of Community Investment Program

Rep. Carney Tours Bureau’s Sugarhouse, “Tastes Good … Good for the State”

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Bureau’s Sugarhouse & Maple Kettle Korn facility in Old Lyme has been in the business of making maple syrup since 1993, and kettle korn since 1999. State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd) said after a tour of the facility on Saturday, March 28, that businesses like Bureau’s help support the state's agri-business and make a large economic impact here in Connecticut. Carney, who … [Read more...] about Rep. Carney Tours Bureau’s Sugarhouse, “Tastes Good … Good for the State”

The Bowerbird Names CT Children’s Medical Center as New Recipient for Annual Donation

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The Bowerbird in Old Lyme has selected Connecticut Children's Medical Center located in Hartford, Conn., as the recipient of the proceeds from their 2014 gift-wrap program. The program runs from Nov. 1, 2014 through Oct. 31, 2015. The Bowerbird in Old Lyme recently wrapped up their 2014 gift-wrapping campaign to raise funds for the Eastern Connecticut Ballet. Eastern … [Read more...] about The Bowerbird Names CT Children’s Medical Center as New Recipient for Annual Donation

‘Healthy Addiction’ in Old Lyme Offers Variety of New Indoor Rowing Classes, All Levels Welcome

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Healthy Addiction, located at  5 – 1 Davis Rd. East in Old Lyme, has announced the opening of four, new indoor rowing classes each week.   These classes are run by Lizzie Simons, a certified “rowing” and “learn-to-row” instructor, as well as a personal trainer. Monday and Thursday classes are for advanced rowers, meeting from 6 to 7:30 p.m., with “Long and Strong” rowing on … [Read more...] about ‘Healthy Addiction’ in Old Lyme Offers Variety of New Indoor Rowing Classes, All Levels Welcome

JLN Associates of Old Lyme Purchases Top Rung Inspection & Testing of Salem, CT

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JLN Associates LLC of Old Lyme has announced the acquisition of the Top Rung Inspection and Testing Company. Top Rung has been a leader in the testing of fire department ground and aerial ladders in the New England region since 1996. By incorporating the Top Rung business line into JLN Associates, it aligns a proven process with the strengths and resources of JLN Associates … [Read more...] about JLN Associates of Old Lyme Purchases Top Rung Inspection & Testing of Salem, CT

Local Lawmakers Meet With Old Saybrook Chamber 

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State Sen. Art Linares (R-33) and State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23) on Jan. 15 met with the Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce to discuss issues facing the state legislature and their efforts to improve the state's business climate. “This type of discussion and transparency amongst elected officials and constituents is essential,” Rep. Carney said. “We have to understand the … [Read more...] about Local Lawmakers Meet With Old Saybrook Chamber 

Nautilus Architects of Lyme Receives ‘Best Of Houzz 2015′ Award

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Nautilus Architects of Lyme, Conn., has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” for Design & Customer Satisfaction by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. This modern design studio was chosen by the more than 25 million monthly unique users that comprise the Houzz community from among more than 500,000 active home building, remodeling and design industry … [Read more...] about Nautilus Architects of Lyme Receives ‘Best Of Houzz 2015′ Award

Mindfulness Series Starts at Vitality in Old Lyme

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From the boardroom to the classroom to the yoga room, mindfulness techniques are being used to manage stress, improve performance, gain insight and clarity and improve time management.  Find out what mindfulness is all about in a six-week series starting today at 5:45 p.m. at Vitality Spa & Wellness of Old Lyme. Anderson Cooper started everyone talking about mindfulness … [Read more...] about Mindfulness Series Starts at Vitality in Old Lyme

Collins of Old Lyme Named a ‘Best Lawyer in America’

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John A. Collins, III, of Old Lyme has again been selected by his peers for inclusion in the 21st Edition of The Best Lawyers in America® 2015. Collins is an attorney specializing in the field of Personal Injury Litigation at Suisman Shapiro Attorneys at Law in New London.  Two of Collins's fellow attorneys at Suisman Shapiro, Matthew E. Auger and Matthew Shafner, were also … [Read more...] about Collins of Old Lyme Named a ‘Best Lawyer in America’

Vitality Spa to Expand Premises in Old Lyme, Also New Offerings in Classes, Clothing and More

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Lindsay Eisensmith, founder and director of Vitality Spa & Wellness, has announced the spa’s expansion to the space formerly occupied by the Diane Birdsall Gallery on Lyme Street. She explains, “This exciting move will enable Vitality to continue to grow in both the number of clients that we are able to serve as well as expand our range of Spa and Wellness offerings. … [Read more...] about Vitality Spa to Expand Premises in Old Lyme, Also New Offerings in Classes, Clothing and More

LymeLine Makes the News!

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We were thrilled to read the article about LymeLine published Sept. 5, in the Street Fight online magazine, which has a national and international readership and is subtitled, "Inside the Business of Hyperlocal."  Titled, "How LymeLine Succeeds Against a 133-Year-Old Daily," Tom Grubisich explores LymeLine's growth from its creation by Jack Turner in December 2003, when it … [Read more...] about LymeLine Makes the News!

Centerbrook Architects Designing New Exhibition Hall for Mystic Seaport

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Centerbrook Architects of Centerbrook, Conn., is designing a new 14,000-square-foot Exhibition Hall for Mystic Seaport in Connecticut that will be the keynote building at the northern entrance to the 19-acre riverfront campus. The new building, for which zoning approval is currently being sought from the town of Stonington, will be located where the Seaport’s existing … [Read more...] about Centerbrook Architects Designing New Exhibition Hall for Mystic Seaport