OLD LYME—The following is a statement from Old Lyme Fire Chief Michael McCarthy and the Old Lyme Fire Department (OLFD) regarding tonight's presentation and potential vote at Old Lyme's Annual Town Business Meeting on the expansion of the Boughton Rd. Emergency Operations Center. We have published the statement in its entirety. This Monday, January 27th, at the town hall … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Fire Department Makes Case for Approval of Boughton Rd. Emergency Space Expansion
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2025 ‘White Elephant Sale’ Dates of July 11 & 12 Announced; Intake Begins June 26
OLD LYME -- The First Congregational Church of Old Lyme has announced that the extremely popular White Elephant Sale will return again this year on Friday, July 11, and Saturday, July 12. The Sale is run by the church's Ladies' Benevolent Society. The annual Sale was hosted continuously for 83 years prior to 2020, but then was cancelled in both 2020 and 2021 due to the … [Read more...] about 2025 ‘White Elephant Sale’ Dates of July 11 & 12 Announced; Intake Begins June 26
High Hopes in Old Lyme Launches Innovative, Equine-Assisted Services Program for People with Parkinson’s Disease
Program Creates Pathways to Wellness, Relaxation, and Connection OLD LYME—High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. has announced the continued success and expansion of its pioneering Equine-Assisted Services Program for people with Parkinson’s disease. What began as a pilot program just one year ago has blossomed into a transformative, life-changing initiative, helping … [Read more...] about High Hopes in Old Lyme Launches Innovative, Equine-Assisted Services Program for People with Parkinson’s Disease
Letter to the Editor: Support Old Lyme Zoning Commission in Enforcing Regulations for Smith Neck House Plan, Reminder That a Hill is Still a Hill
To the Editor: Over 100 people attended the OL Zoning Commission hearing on Monday evening. They frequently applauded the many speakers who disapproved of the proposed 11,000 square foot house proposed beside the Smith Neck Boat launch. Speakers described site violations of regulations, excessive water use and un-permitted clearcutting. The CT River Gateway Commission has … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Support Old Lyme Zoning Commission in Enforcing Regulations for Smith Neck House Plan, Reminder That a Hill is Still a Hill
Letter From Paris: Global Delight Greets Reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral After Incredible Renovation
Editor's Note: This article is based on the transcript of a talk on the reopening of Notre Dame de Paris given by Nicole Prévost Logan to the residents of Essex Meadows on Dec.10, 2024. The reopening of Notre Dame has been covered by the world media, including the New York Times, the Financial Times, National Geographic and many other publications. Striking images of the … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Global Delight Greets Reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral After Incredible Renovation
Old Lyme Zoning Commission to Review Applications for New Home on Smith Neck Rd., Halls Rd. Overlay District Tonight
OLD LYME—UPDATED 1/12 10:20PM with links to additional Letters to the Editor: On Monday, Jan. 13, at 6:30 p.m. in the Memorial Town Hall Meeting Room, the Old Lyme Zoning Commission will hold its next regular monthly meeting. The agenda features two topics that have been sparking interest in the community. The first is 43 Smith Neck Rd. in the RU-40 Zone, which is the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Zoning Commission to Review Applications for New Home on Smith Neck Rd., Halls Rd. Overlay District Tonight
Letter to the Editor: Halls Rd. Overlay District on Agenda at Old Lyme Zoning Meeting; Residents Encouraged to Attend, Support Proposal
A Open Letter to the Residents of Old Lyme To the Editor: On Monday, January 13, 2025 at 6:30 pm in Memorial Town Hall, the Halls Road Improvements Committee of the Town of Old Lyme will present the Halls Road Overlay District (HROD) proposal in a public meeting of the Old Lyme Zoning Commission. Attorney William Sweeney will describe the details of this optional Overlay … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Halls Rd. Overlay District on Agenda at Old Lyme Zoning Meeting; Residents Encouraged to Attend, Support Proposal
Letter to the Editor: Neighbors Question if Well Water Supply Sufficient for Proposed 7-Bathroom House on Smith Neck Rd., Old Lyme Zoning to Discuss at Monday Meeting
Editor's Note: This letter was previously submitted to Paul Orzel, Old Lyme Zoning Commission Chair, and members of the Old Lyme Zoning Commission. To the Editor: My husband and I have the good fortune to live on Smith Neck Rd, a beautiful spot many town residents visit throughout the year for recreation and relaxation. Our house is at 39 Smith Neck Rd,, just one property … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Neighbors Question if Well Water Supply Sufficient for Proposed 7-Bathroom House on Smith Neck Rd., Old Lyme Zoning to Discuss at Monday Meeting
Newest Old Lyme PD Recruit Sirigos Graduates from CT Police Academy with Highest GPA in Class
OLD LYME—The Town of Old Lyme has announced that its newest Police Academy recruit, Georgios Sirigos, graduated from the 383rd session at the Connecticut Police Academy on Wednesday, Jan. 8. The ceremony took place at Welte Auditorium at Central Connecticut State University in New Britain, Conn. During the ceremony, Sirigos was presented with the … [Read more...] about Newest Old Lyme PD Recruit Sirigos Graduates from CT Police Academy with Highest GPA in Class
Op-Ed: The Suburban Dilemma
Editor’s Notes: i) This op-ed was submitted by Eric Knapp, who is employed as the Town of Old Lyme’s Land Use Coordinator. He is writing here as a private citizen.ii) This is the opinion of Eric Knapp. Many years ago, in my former life as an attorney, I attended a hearing before a land use agency in Canterbury. Ahead of my matter on the agenda was a proposal for a … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: The Suburban Dilemma
Letter to the Editor: Residents Urged to Attend ‘Crucial’ Zoning Meeting, Jan. 13
Author Says Proposed 11K Sq. Ft. Smiths Neck Home 'Threatens' Old Lyme's 'Environmental Heritage ... Rural Character' To the Editor: Old Lyme residents need to be aware of a concerning development proposal at 43 Smiths Neck Road that threatens our town's environmental heritage and rural character. The proposed 11,000 square-foot residence would … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Residents Urged to Attend ‘Crucial’ Zoning Meeting, Jan. 13
Essex Savings Bank Awarded Three Gold Medals in Commercial Record’s Annual ‘CR’s Best’ Reader’s Poll
ESSEX/OLD LYME —Essex Savings Bank has been awarded three gold medals in the Commercial Record’s 17th annual “CR’s Best” readers’ poll. The awards are in these categories: Best Commercial Lending in Banking, Best Community Bank in Banking, and Best Financing in Commercial Real Estate. One of Essex Savings Bank's six offices is located in Old Lyme. The survey, which … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Awarded Three Gold Medals in Commercial Record’s Annual ‘CR’s Best’ Reader’s Poll
Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden’s Second Annual ‘Sponsor a Row’ Campaign Continues
OLD LYME—The annual Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) Sponsor a Row campaign kicked off on Oct. 1, 2024. The LOLFSG is immensely grateful to individuals, families, organizations, and businesses who sponsored the garden this season. This year volunteers donated more than 1100 hours, gave more than 4700 pounds of food to local food pantries, installed a hoop house, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden’s Second Annual ‘Sponsor a Row’ Campaign Continues
Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Reminds Local Veterans, Vet Families In Need to Reach Out to Them for Help
LYME/OLD LYME--Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) VFW Post 1467 reminds all local Veterans and Veteran families in need that they can reach out to the Post to request a great variety of types of assistance. All that is required is the Veteran's DDForm214 Record of Military Service and a call to Services Officer, Navy Retired Captain Larry Olsen at 607-220-7137. The Services Officer will … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Reminds Local Veterans, Vet Families In Need to Reach Out to Them for Help
‘A Labor of Love’ Reopens on Lyme St.; Old Lyme Children’s Learning Center Celebrates Successful Completion of Renovations
OLD LYME—It was a brisk and sunny afternoon on Saturday when state and local officials, Old Lyme Children's Learning Center (OLCLC) Board Members and members of the public gathered at the OLCLC building at 57 Lyme St.for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the reopening of the Center after a major renovation. The ribbon-cutting was followed by an Open House with children's … [Read more...] about ‘A Labor of Love’ Reopens on Lyme St.; Old Lyme Children’s Learning Center Celebrates Successful Completion of Renovations