OLD SAYBROOK — The first ‘Summer Sing of the season' will feature Barry Asch of Cappella Cantorum directing Mozart's “Requiem” on Monday, June 13, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 56 Great Hammock Road, Old Saybrook. The event, which features professional soloists, is co-sponsored by two shoreline choral groups, Cappella Cantorum and Con Brio. All singers are welcome to … [Read more...] about Singers Invited to First ‘Summer Sing’ of the Season: Mozart’s “Requiem” on June 13
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In a First for Old Lyme HS, Sweitzer Named All-American for Girl’s Lacrosse
Sloane Sweitzer is having quite a lacrosse season! Last week she found out she was the first girl in Lyme-Old Lyme High School's (LOLHS) history to be named an All-American. Yesterday, she learned she had been named the Shoreline Conference Player of the Year for 2016, and also made 1st Team All-Conference for 2016. Sweitzer's coach, Emily Macione, told LymeLine.com, … [Read more...] about In a First for Old Lyme HS, Sweitzer Named All-American for Girl’s Lacrosse
Law Enforcement Officers to Carry Torch for Special Olympics Across CT, June 8-10
The 30th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Connecticut will take place Wednesday through Friday, June 8 through 10, in communities across the state. Officers will volunteer their time to serve as torchbearers and carry the Special Olympics “Flame of Hope” through their towns and cities to raise awareness and funds to benefit Special Olympics athletes and … [Read more...] about Law Enforcement Officers to Carry Torch for Special Olympics Across CT, June 8-10
New Location in Old Lyme Announced for CT Valley Camera Club Meetings
The Connecticut Valley Camera Club will host all future meetings at the Lymes' Senior Center on Town Woods Rd. in Old Lyme at 7 p.m. on the first Monday of every month. Meetings and exhibits are free and open to the public. The club will be exhibiting at Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek through July 23. Join club members for the opening reception to be held on Sunday, … [Read more...] about New Location in Old Lyme Announced for CT Valley Camera Club Meetings
Lyme Library Board President Steps Down After 31 Years
After more than three decades of service to the Lyme Public Library, Judith Lightfoot has announced her intention to resign as board president this spring. Jack Sulger, a library trustee, will take over from Lightfoot. Lightfoot’s resignation comes a year and a half after the opening of the library’s new, 6,800-square-foot, state-of-the-art building near Lyme Town Hall, an … [Read more...] about Lyme Library Board President Steps Down After 31 Years
Essex Savings Bank Announces 2016 Community Investment Balloting Results
Results from Essex Savings Bank's customers recent voting 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 April 12. According to Thomas Lindner, Vice President and Community Relations Officer for Essex Savings Bank, 7,206 votes were cast this year for a total of $33,001. The … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Announces 2016 Community Investment Balloting Results
“Invaders” Exhibit Now Open at CT River Museum
On Thursday night, March 31, the Connecticut River Museum unveiled its 2016 feature exhibit, Invaders: They Come by Air, Land and Water. The exhibit explores one of the most significant threats today to the 410-mile-long Connecticut River Valley: invasive species. Representative Phil Miller was one of many honored public figures and supporters in attendance. Miller said, … [Read more...] about “Invaders” Exhibit Now Open at CT River Museum
Hundreds Vigil for Late First Selectman Richard Smith, Selectmen to Meet Thursday to Discuss Succession
Candles are lit in honor of Dick Smith's “… remarkable legacy to service, commitment, and dedication to the people of Deep River.” (Angus McDonald Jr.) Photo by Kim Tyler. DEEP RIVER — The town showed its affection and appreciation for the late First Selectman Richard H. “Smitty” Smith Monday as hundreds gathered at sunset around town hall in a vigil for the longtime … [Read more...] about Hundreds Vigil for Late First Selectman Richard Smith, Selectmen to Meet Thursday to Discuss Succession
Registration Now Open for Literacy Volunteers Races in Essex, May 21
AREAWIDE – On Saturday, May 21, Literacy Volunteers Valley Shore (LVVS) will hold its Ninth Annual Backward Mile and 5K Run/3K Walk. Registration for the races begins at 7:30 a.m. at the Essex Town Hall, on West Avenue. The Backward Mile race, open to runners older than 18, begins at 8:30 a.m.; the 5K race and 3K walk both begins at 9:15 a.m. T-shirts will be given to the first … [Read more...] about Registration Now Open for Literacy Volunteers Races in Essex, May 21
Registration Now Open for High Hopes Summer Equestrian Camp for Ages 3-12
High Hopes Therapeutic Riding's summer camp in Old Lyme begins July 11 for children ages 3 to 12. No previous riding experience is needed. OLD LYME – High Hopes Therapeutic Riding Inc., is once again hosting a youth equestrian summer camp for area children ages 3 to 12, on its beautiful 120-acre campus in Old Lyme. High Hopes offers summer campers equine-related … [Read more...] about Registration Now Open for High Hopes Summer Equestrian Camp for Ages 3-12
Lyme Firemen Win Lyme-Old Lyme Education Foundation’s 4th Annual Trivia Bee
The local community came together to support the Lyme-Old Lyme Education Foundation’s (LOLEF) 4th Annual Trivia Bee fundraiser held April 1 ... and had a thoroughly enjoyable time doing it, while also raising substantial funds for the Foundation. The Foundation was established in 2006 to support and enhance public education in the community. Grants have been awarded for … [Read more...] about Lyme Firemen Win Lyme-Old Lyme Education Foundation’s 4th Annual Trivia Bee
Lyme’s Fat Stone Farm Wins Two Top Awards for Maple Syrup at CT Specialty Foods Awards Contest
Fat Stone Farm, which is located in Lyme, Conn., has been awarded both a 2nd and 3rd place in the “syrups” category at the Connecticut Speciality Food Association’s (CSFA’s) 14th annual Product Awards Competition. Over 165 specialty food items from Connecticut’s specialty food community entered into 39 categories. Fat Stone Farm was awarded 2nd place with its “dark” organic … [Read more...] about Lyme’s Fat Stone Farm Wins Two Top Awards for Maple Syrup at CT Specialty Foods Awards Contest
Essex’s Medical Center Closed Almost Two Years Ago, Plans for Empty Building Not Yet Determined
Middlesex Hospital closed its medical facility in Essex on April 28, 2014, and the property has been vacant ever since. Photo by Jerome Wilson. It has now been almost two years, April 28, 2014 to be exact, since Middlesex Hospital closed its medical center in Essex. For the present, however, according to Middlesex Hospital's Director of Public Relations, Peg Arico, there are … [Read more...] about Essex’s Medical Center Closed Almost Two Years Ago, Plans for Empty Building Not Yet Determined
Courtney, Linares Pay Tribute to Dick Smith, Services Announced
DEEP RIVER — Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) issued the following statement after the passing of Deep River First Selectman Dick Smith: “Dick was the iconic small town First Selectman who did everything from running town meetings, to plowing snow, to cleaning up storm damage with public works, as well as crowd control at the Deep River Muster, and attending every … [Read more...] about Courtney, Linares Pay Tribute to Dick Smith, Services Announced
Town of Deep River Announces Death of First Selectman Dick Smith
DEEP RIVER — The Town of Deep River has announced the passing yesterday afternoon (Friday, March 25) of Deep River First Selectman Dick Smith. An announcement on the town's website states, “The Town of Deep River has suffered a terrible loss in the passing of Dick Smith. The town has lost a leader of over 26 years, the community has lost a friend, and we are saddened beyond … [Read more...] about Town of Deep River Announces Death of First Selectman Dick Smith