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Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber Hosts Business Breakfast Today, Chocolate Shell’s Crowley to Speak

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A Business Breakfast, sponsored by the Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Old Lyme, will be held today, Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 7:30 a.m. at the Old Lyme Town Hall.  A continental breakfast will be provided. The guest speaker will be Barbara Crowley, the owner and manager of The Chocolate Shell on “Transforming a Local Business.” All are welcome, but … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber Hosts Business Breakfast Today, Chocolate Shell’s Crowley to Speak

Stop & Shop Launches Pick-Up Service at East Lyme Store

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The Stop & Shop Supermarket Co. LLC, in partnership with its sister company Peapod, the leading internet grocer, has launched a new Pick-Up facility in East Lyme at its Super Stop & Shop at 248 Flanders Road East Lyme, CT 06333.  Shoppers can now order their groceries online for easy pick-up at the store and choose a one-hour pick-up time from morning through … [Read more...] about Stop & Shop Launches Pick-Up Service at East Lyme Store

Two Key Hirings Make it a New Day at the Old Lyme Inn

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Ever since starting his culinary career, Jason Apfelbaum had dreamed of running his own inn.  This summer, that dream came true when he was hired to be the new General Manager of the Old Lyme Inn. “When I saw the ad, I thought of it as the universe calling my name,” said Apfelbaum.  “Both the owners [Ken and Chris Kitchings] and I were keen on bringing the Inn to its full … [Read more...] about Two Key Hirings Make it a New Day at the Old Lyme Inn

9 Town Transit Welcomes Eight New Buses

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From left to right, Old Saybrook First Selectman Carl Fortuna, Lyme First Selectman Ralph Eno, Deep River First Selectman Dick Smith, Leslie Strauss, Westbrook First Selectman Noel Bishop, John Forbis of 9 Town Transit and Essex First Selectman Norman Needleman prepare to cut the ribbon to celebrate the roll-out of 9 Town Transit's newest buses.  (Photo courtesy of Roland … [Read more...] about 9 Town Transit Welcomes Eight New Buses

Barron’s Ranks Rafal in US Top 10 Independent Financial Advisors for Seventh Consecutive Year

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In its rankings announced Aug. 26, John W. Rafal of Old Lyme has been ranked 10th in the Barron’s 2013 list of the nation’s top 100 independent financial advisors.  Rafal is the founder and current vice chairman of Essex Financial Services, which is owned by Essex Savings Bank and located in Essex, Conn.. Barron's is a highly respected, national financial and investment … [Read more...] about Barron’s Ranks Rafal in US Top 10 Independent Financial Advisors for Seventh Consecutive Year

New Dance Center in Old Lyme Welcomes New Students

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So you think you can dance?  Well, there'll soon be a new place in town where you can find out whether that's true or not! The Dance Center of Old Lyme hosts its Grand Opening and Fall Registration events today, Saturday, Aug. 17, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at The Dance Center of Old Lyme, located in the Old Lyme Shopping Center, 19 Halls Road #106, in Old Lyme (next to Pizzeria … [Read more...] about New Dance Center in Old Lyme Welcomes New Students

Old Saybrook Farmers Market Offers Crafts, Music, Fresh and Local Foods

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Since 1998 the Old Saybrook Farmer’s Market has offered Connecticut grown or made products and produce to an appreciative crowd, growing from two vendors in the first season to 24 in 2013. Open every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Saturdays 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. through Oct. 30, vendors supply an abundance of high quality produce picked only hours before the market … [Read more...] about Old Saybrook Farmers Market Offers Crafts, Music, Fresh and Local Foods

Estuary Council Seeks New Executive Director

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The Estuary Council of Seniors, Inc, in Old Saybrook is seeking an Executive Director. They are looking for a proven leader with a passion for working with older people, with fund development, marketing and finance experience. Excellent communication skills, including networking, public speaking and the ability to work well with volunteers are also required. The full-time … [Read more...] about Estuary Council Seeks New Executive Director

State DOT Announces Fare Hike for Chester, Rocky Hill River Ferries; Another Increase Scheduled 2014

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The state Department of Transportation has announced a $1 increase in fares for the Chester-Hadlyme and Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Connecticut river ferries.  Fares will increase July 8 from the current $3 to $4 for vehicles, and from $1 to $2 for walk-on passengers and bicyclists.  The fare for vehicles and passengers will be $5 on weekends, Saturdays and Sundays. The plan … [Read more...] about State DOT Announces Fare Hike for Chester, Rocky Hill River Ferries; Another Increase Scheduled 2014

Old Lyme’s Women’s Exchange Donates to Shoreline Non-Profits

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Grants totaling $2,000 were presented by the Lyme Tree Women’s Exchange of Old Lyme to two local non-profit organizations at the store in the Old Lyme Marketplace on Monday, June 24.  Organizations receiving the grants included the New London Homeless Hospitality Center, Inc. and the Thames River Family Program, Inc. The Women’s Exchange is located in the Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Women’s Exchange Donates to Shoreline Non-Profits

It’s All New at the Old “Bee”

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The historic Bee and Thistle Inn has been transformed to retain the integrity of the historic landmark built in 1756, whilst also providing a link to the past and nurturing artists of the present. Guest rooms have been redecorated and each feature work by a different local artist including Adrien Broom, Pola Esther, Brian Keith Stephens, Thomas Caleb Goggans, Elizabeth … [Read more...] about It’s All New at the Old “Bee”

Bus Shelter Dedicated to Local Transit Pioneer

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From the late 1800’s until the early 1900’s, shoreline residents could travel by trolley cars throughout the region.  But automobiles soon caused the demise of the trolley companies, and regional public transportation became non-existent. As the population grew in the 1970s, Connecticut River Estuary Regional Planning Agency director Stan Greimann saw a growing need for … [Read more...] about Bus Shelter Dedicated to Local Transit Pioneer

Ivoryton’s Copper Beech Inn Expected to Reopen in May After Foreclosure

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The Copper Beech Inn in the Ivoryton section is expected to reopen in May under new owners, including former East Hampton builder and developer Wayne Rand.  The inn at 46 Main Street, which included two restaurants, closed in February. The closing followed a foreclosure action in November where Ivoryton-Main LLC of East Hampton foreclosed on CBI Acquisitions of Old Saybrook. … [Read more...] about Ivoryton’s Copper Beech Inn Expected to Reopen in May After Foreclosure

Santa Joins Three Lyme-Old Lyme HS Seniors, 23 More in a Spring Slim Down

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Dave Puffer, the Crystal Mall’s resident Santa Claus, is one of 27 challengers competing for a cash jackpot of over $2,200 in the River Valley Slim Down (RVSD), a  'biggest loser-style' competition currently in progress at IFoundFitness in Deep River.  Other competitors include three seniors from Lyme-Old Lyme High School, who are pursuing a more healthy lifestyle as their … [Read more...] about Santa Joins Three Lyme-Old Lyme HS Seniors, 23 More in a Spring Slim Down