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Lyme-Based Julia Balfour Creative Agency Receives 14 Connecticut Art Directors Club Awards

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Julia Balfour, LLC has been honored with 14 Connecticut Art Directors Club awards for design projects undertaken by the company in the past year.  The works include Exhibition Kiosks, Interactive Apps, Social Media Campaigns, Websites, Logos, and Invitation designs. Work honored for the following nine partners were: Gold Awards Hartford HealthCare Behavioral … [Read more...] about Lyme-Based Julia Balfour Creative Agency Receives 14 Connecticut Art Directors Club Awards

Action-Oriented Old Saybrook Chamber Bolsters Business Environment

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The Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce building serves as a ‘gateway' to Main Street. Founded in 1939, the Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2014. The more than 500 members are the driving force behind the organization and also form its strong volunteer base. These, in turn, support the Chamber's two full time employees, Executive Director … [Read more...] about Action-Oriented Old Saybrook Chamber Bolsters Business Environment

New Owners of Village Shops on Lyme St. ‘Look Forward to Working With Current Business Owners’

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The shop and businesses, which comprise the Village Shoppes on Lyme Street, 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, effective April 21, was completed under the name 26 Lyme Street LLC and kept under wraps … [Read more...] about New Owners of Village Shops on Lyme St. ‘Look Forward to Working With Current Business Owners’

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’