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Clarifications on Project Status Update From Halls Rd. Improvement Committee

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OLD LYME —LymeLine reader William Folland raised the need for some clarifications on the project status update we posted Saturday from the Halls Rd. Improvement Committee (HRIC). Halls Rd. Improvement Committee Chair Edie Twining has now responded to Folland's requests for clarification. We felt it would be helpful to our readers to post both comments 'side by side,' … [Read more...] about Clarifications on Project Status Update From Halls Rd. Improvement Committee

Project Status Update from Halls Road Improvement Committee

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OLD LYME—On Monday, June 17,, the Halls Road Improvement Committee (HRIC) met with the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen and presented a document summarizing the status of the project. The HRIC Chair Edie Twining asked if we would be willing to publish the document as she felt it would be of interest to our readers. We are happy to oblige and the document is published in its entirety … [Read more...] about Project Status Update from Halls Road Improvement Committee

High Hopes Names New Executive Director, Celebrates 50th Anniversary

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OLD LYME—Celebrating its 50th anniversary with an annual gala that generated more than $500,000 in philanthropic support, High Hopes Therapeutic Riding has announced that its new executive director, effective July 1, 2024, will be Missy Lamont. She joined the High Hopes team in December 2023 as director of operations and has worked closely with Interim Executive Director … [Read more...] about High Hopes Names New Executive Director, Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Old Lyme South End Ambulance Association Celebrates Receipt of New Ambulance with Ribbon-Cutting

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OLD LYME—On Thursday, June 13, the Old Lyme South End Volunteer Ambulance Association celebrated the receipt of a new ambulance with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The event was held at the Cross Lane Fire Station. The ambulance, which was purchased through a grant from the Town of Old Lyme American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, is being put into immediate service. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme South End Ambulance Association Celebrates Receipt of New Ambulance with Ribbon-Cutting

Old Lyme VNA Announces New Locations for Nurse Office Hours

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OLD LYME—The Old Lyme Town Nurse Denise Piersa’s office locations have changed as of June 1.  The new locations are as follows: Town Nurse office hours are unchanged at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday to Friday. Town Nurse appointments are open to residents of Lyme, Old Lyme and South Lyme free of charge. Walk-ins are welcome, but residents are encouraged to call ahead of … [Read more...] about Old Lyme VNA Announces New Locations for Nurse Office Hours

Op-Ed: Frampton Responds to Recent Developments on Tantummaheag Controversy

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Editor's Note: We received the following op-ed from George Frampton Jr., who co-owns12 and 19 Tantummaheag Rd. in Old Lyme, with his wife Carla Darista. Old Lyme First Selectwoman Martha Shoemaker has now acknowledged in a published interview [with The Day] that she misrepresented the press release she issued Monday on the Town’s plans for Tantummaheag Landing as a decision … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Frampton Responds to Recent Developments on Tantummaheag Controversy

Variety of Summer ‘Learn to Row’ Programs Offered in Old Lyme for All Ages, Middle School & Above

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OLD LYME—The Old Lyme Rowing Association (OLRA) is hosting the following summer 'Learn to Row' programs. The OLRA is home to the Blood Street Sculls and Lyme-Old Lyme High School Rowing. The following programs are all currently open for enrollment: Adult/HS Learn to Row courses are offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 6-8 p.m. on these dates: Middle School Learn to … [Read more...] about Variety of Summer ‘Learn to Row’ Programs Offered in Old Lyme for All Ages, Middle School & Above

‘Witness Stones’ Installation Ceremony Held in Old Lyme for 10 Plaques Honoring Enslaved Persons in Lyme

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'Juneteenth' Celebration with Jazz & Poetry Slated for June 22 OLD LYME – 'Witness Stones Old Lyme' will expand its project in 2024 to honor 10 enslaved persons, who labored in the Town of Lyme—historically known as North Lyme. Ten new Witness Stones—historical plaques commemorating the lives of enslaved African Americans—will be placed in late May at the Lyme … [Read more...] about ‘Witness Stones’ Installation Ceremony Held in Old Lyme for 10 Plaques Honoring Enslaved Persons in Lyme

Everyone Loves the Old Lyme Parade—Whatever the Weather!

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OLD LYME— Yesterday morning, the big question was, "Is it on?" The weather was not being entirely co-operative and no one was sure if Old Lyme's traditional Memorial Day parade would happen. But the man in charge, Tony Hendricks, made his decision ... and what a great one it was! He said that, despite the inclement weather, the parade must go on ... The Old Lyme Board … [Read more...] about Everyone Loves the Old Lyme Parade—Whatever the Weather!

Saint Ann’s Hosts Author Presentation on Henri Matisse, Reception Follows; All Welcome to Both Events

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OLD LYME—On Sunday, June 2, at 4 p.m., Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church hosts a presentation by the Reverend Charles Miller on his new book The Spiritual Adventure of Henri Matisse in the Griswold Room at Saint Ann's Miller will discuss Matisse’s groundbreaking design work on the Dominican Chapel of the Rosary in Vence, France, which is explored in both narrative and full color … [Read more...] about Saint Ann’s Hosts Author Presentation on Henri Matisse, Reception Follows; All Welcome to Both Events

Lymes’ Senior Center Renovation, Expansion Project Kicks Off With Celebratory Groundbreaking-UPDATED

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"In short, the Center is being used more frequently by more people than at any point in its history" David Lahm, Lyme First Selectman OLD LYME—10:40am Names added to photo captions: More than a hundred people turned out Monday to celebrate the official groundbreaking for the renovation and expansion of the Lymes' Senior Center. Local dignitaries including State Senator Norm … [Read more...] about Lymes’ Senior Center Renovation, Expansion Project Kicks Off With Celebratory Groundbreaking-UPDATED

‘The Farmers Market’ at Tiffany Farms in Lyme Opens Saturdays for the Season

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LYME, CT—On Saturday, May 25, The Farmer's Market at Tiffany Farms in Lyme opens for the 2024 season from 9 a.m. through 12:30 p.m. Asked by LymeLine.com for her thoughts as to why the market has become such a success, co-founder Jennifer Tiffany responded by email saying, “The Farmers Market at Tiffany farms is the perfect opportunity to embrace Lyme's appreciation for … [Read more...] about ‘The Farmers Market’ at Tiffany Farms in Lyme Opens Saturdays for the Season

Donations Sought to Fund Renovation of LOLMS Greenhouse by Lyme-OL Food Share Garden, LOL Schools

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Joint Project Will Reduce Local Food Insecurity, Advance Student Engagement LYME/OLD LYME—The Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) is partnering with the Region 18 School District to renovate the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School greenhouse. The project will advance the garden’s mission to reduce local food insecurity while serving as a site to foster student curiosity and … [Read more...] about Donations Sought to Fund Renovation of LOLMS Greenhouse by Lyme-OL Food Share Garden, LOL Schools

Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Organization for Second Year

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LYME, CT—Lyme Home Watch has earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association (NWHA) for the second year The NHWA was formed in 2009 in order to establish and maintain the highest industry standards for Home Watch and absentee homeowner services throughout the United States and Canada. Home Watch is a visual inspection of a home or property, looking for obvious … [Read more...] about Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Organization for Second Year