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High Hopes Hosts a Big Barn Tailgate, June 12

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OLD LYME -- With the development of multiple vaccines to aid in the fight against the pandemic and a sense of renewed hope, High Hopes is hosting their traditional annual gala Saturday, June 12, as a socially-distanced Big Barn Tailgate at their location at 36 Town Woods Rd. in Old Lyme. It will be a celebration of the vibrant, philanthropic community, whose support makes it … [Read more...] about High Hopes Hosts a Big Barn Tailgate, June 12

Op-Ed: Since Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Have Been Open All Year, Why Has OL Park & Rec. Summer Camp Been Cancelled?

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Editor’s Note: This op-ed was submitted by Melissa Chapps of Old Lyme. It was updated May 10, at 1:40 p.m. Being the only school district in the region to offer full-time, in-person learning, from the start of the school year, Old Lyme chose to be “all in”. In doing so, we have been the leader in how it is possible to safely reopen. We have been the model, not only to our … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Since Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Have Been Open All Year, Why Has OL Park & Rec. Summer Camp Been Cancelled?

Big Y Withdraws Application for Gas Station/Convenience Store on Halls Rd., But Another Similar Application May be Planned Nearby

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OLD LYME -- In a letter dated May 10, addressed to Rachel Gaudio, Chairman of Old Lyme's Inland Wetlands & Watercourses Commission, Ryan Scrittorale, PE, Project Manager at Benesch requested the commission to withdraw the application made on behalf of his client, Big Y Foods, Inc. for the "development at 99 Halls Rd. and 25 Neck Rd." The proposal was for a 2,100 sq. ft. … [Read more...] about Big Y Withdraws Application for Gas Station/Convenience Store on Halls Rd., But Another Similar Application May be Planned Nearby

Old Lyme EDC Recommends Declaration of Zoning Approval Moratorium on Halls Rd. Projects

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OLD LYME -- The following resolution was approved by seven members present at the Old Lyme Economic Development Commission's regular monthly meeting held Wednesday, May 5. One member, Margaret Jane DeRisio, abstained citing a possible conflict of interest. The Old Lyme Economic Development Commission (EDC) is tasked with supporting and encouraging a vibrant and sustainable … [Read more...] about Old Lyme EDC Recommends Declaration of Zoning Approval Moratorium on Halls Rd. Projects

In It Together: Understanding Critical Connections Between Drug Use/Abuse and Mental Illness

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LYME/OLD LYME -- As we recognize both National Prevention Week this week (May 9-15) and National Mental Health Awareness Month during the whole month of May, the Lyme-Old Lyme Prevention Coalition is actively working to educate the community about substance abuse, our youth, and the role of prevention.  Understanding how substance use and abuse before the age of 25 has a … [Read more...] about In It Together: Understanding Critical Connections Between Drug Use/Abuse and Mental Illness

Griswold Says Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade is “a Go” — No Parking on Street; Cemetery Ceremony Now Confirmed

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OLD LYME -- UPDATED 4/21: At Monday's Old Lyme Board of Selectmen's meeting, First Selectman Timothy Griswold confirmed enthusiastically that the town's annual Memorial Day parade would be held this year. He had titled the agenda item regarding the parade, "It is a Go!" Griswold said no parking would be permitted on Lyme St. or McCurdy Rd. to allow the bands and marchers … [Read more...] about Griswold Says Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade is “a Go” — No Parking on Street; Cemetery Ceremony Now Confirmed

Old Lyme Church’s 2021 White Elephant Sale Cancelled, “the Prudent Thing to do” (R. Davis, WES Chair)

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OLD LYME -- Last Friday, the ministers of the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme and the church's White Elephant Sale (WES) Board made the final decision to cancel this year's White Elephant Sale. Up until this point, planning was continuing in the hope that the 2021 sale was held. An e-mail sent out yesterday by Bob Davis, who has chaired the sale for some 20 years, says … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Church’s 2021 White Elephant Sale Cancelled, “the Prudent Thing to do” (R. Davis, WES Chair)

Old Lyme Historical Society Presents Lecture Tonight on Life, Challenges of CT Dairy Farmers Through Generations

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OLD LYME — On Wednesday, April 14 at 7 p.m., the Old Lyme Historical Society hosts the second lecture in its Spring Series when Markham Starr presents via Zoom, “Down on the Farm: The Last Dairy Farms of North Stonington.’ At the end of WWII, there were over 4,000 dairy farms in Connecticut. Currently there are less than 100 farms still making milk commercially. This talk … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society Presents Lecture Tonight on Life, Challenges of CT Dairy Farmers Through Generations

SECWAC Presents Notre Dame Professor Hunt Botting on ‘The Politics of Epidemics’ in Zoom Presentation, Tonight; All Welcome, Pre-registration Required

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LYME/OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, April 14, at 6 p.m., the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) hosts Eileen Hunt Botting of the University of Notre Dame, who will discuss, “The Politics of Epidemics, from Thucydides to Mary Shelley to COVID-19,” in a Zoom presentation. Registration required. The link to join the program will be emailed with your registration … [Read more...] about SECWAC Presents Notre Dame Professor Hunt Botting on ‘The Politics of Epidemics’ in Zoom Presentation, Tonight; All Welcome, Pre-registration Required

Old Lyme’s PGN Library Transitions to Hybrid Service Model

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OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library has now transitioned to a hybrid model of service as outlined below. Monday-Thursday 9am-1pm: Walk-Ins Welcome 1pm-5pm: Appointments required (45 minute appointments are offered at the top of the hour at 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm) 5pm-7pm: Walk-Ins Welcome Friday 9am-1pm: Walk-Ins Welcome 1pm-5pm: Appointments … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s PGN Library Transitions to Hybrid Service Model

Old Lyme BOS Say Yes (Hopefully) to Memorial Day Parade, No to Midsummer Fireworks

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OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Board of Selectmen engaged in a lively discussion at their regular meeting yesterday regarding whether the town's traditional Memorial Day parade should proceed this year. It was cancelled last year due to COVID-19 pandemic. First Selectman Timothy Griswold noted the Governor's current Emergency Order regarding the number of people that can gather at … [Read more...] about Old Lyme BOS Say Yes (Hopefully) to Memorial Day Parade, No to Midsummer Fireworks

USPS Carrier, Old Lyme Resident Parrack Receives OL Kindness Committee’s March Award

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OLD LYME -- Based on an anonymous submission, the Town of Old Lyme Kindness Committee has selected Heather Parrack, an Old Lyme resident, for their March 2021 Kindness Award. Heather is a USPS mail carrier with a route through Old Lyme. She makes special trips to the doors of elderly residents who are unable to walk to their mailboxes. She stops and picks up the newspaper … [Read more...] about USPS Carrier, Old Lyme Resident Parrack Receives OL Kindness Committee’s March Award

Ward Continues Efforts to Start Lyme-OL Community Share Garden, Visit to Proposed Site Scheduled This Morning

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OLD LYME -- Continuing his efforts to start a Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG), Jim Ward hosted an introductory meeting March 15, for everyone interested in the project. More than 30 people attended the Zoom meeting, which Ward hosted at both midday and 6 p.m., to enable maximum participation. He noted that anyone who wishes to view the proposed site for the Food … [Read more...] about Ward Continues Efforts to Start Lyme-OL Community Share Garden, Visit to Proposed Site Scheduled This Morning

New Columnist Joins Us, Alli Behnke is LYSB’s Prevention Coordinator

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LYME/OLD LYME -- Today is the start of National Drug & Alcohol Facts Week, which runs through March 28. We are also delighted to announce that today, Allison (Alli) Behnke, MSW, MA, who is the Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) Prevention Coordinator, will join our stable of our talented columnists. Her column will be titled, "In It Together," which alludes to a … [Read more...] about New Columnist Joins Us, Alli Behnke is LYSB’s Prevention Coordinator