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Old Lyme’s Health Director Issues Ebola, EVD68 Information for Residents

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The Town of Old Lyme's Health Director Dr. Vijay Sikand has issued some informational directives for residents regarding the current outbreaks of Ebola and Enterovirus D68 as follows: Ebola is a rare but potentially deadly disease caused by a virus that is spread by direct contact with a sick person’s blood or body fluids.  There is presently a widespread outbreak in … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Health Director Issues Ebola, EVD68 Information for Residents

Helping the Hungry of Old Lyme, Shoreline Soup Kitchens Launches Annual Appeal

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In a recent letter to the residents of Old Lyme, Rev. Ryan Young, board chair of The Shoreline Soup Kitchens & Pantries (SSKP), posed the question, “Are there really hungry people on the shoreline? How about in Old Lyme?” Noting that people often do not realize the number of residents in need, Young wrote, “For most of us, it’s hard to imagine not knowing where the next … [Read more...] about Helping the Hungry of Old Lyme, Shoreline Soup Kitchens Launches Annual Appeal

Lyme Library Opens New Building

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The Lyme Public Library opened in its new building yesterday morning. The building had been under construction for a year and features a 70 person program/meeting room and two smaller conference rooms, a self-contained children’s room, and a quiet reading area with a fireplace. In addition to staff, Library Board members and members of the Friends of the Library were on hand … [Read more...] about Lyme Library Opens New Building

Lyme-Old Lyme Junior Women’s Club Hosts New Member Social, Oct. 29

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The Lyme-Old Lyme Junior Women’s Club (LOLJWC) will hold their annual new members social Wednesday, Oct. 29, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Old Lyme Inn. The Club hopes to encourage women from all surrounding shoreline communities to come enjoy light fare, a cash bar and learn more about the organization, now in its 50th year. This social event offers potential new members the … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Junior Women’s Club Hosts New Member Social, Oct. 29

Celebrate Autumn at Christ The King’s Harvest Fun Day Today

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Just in time to welcome Autumn, the annual Harvest Fun Day at Christ the King Church in Old Lyme offers something for everyone in the family.  Located in the heart of Old Lyme Village on the shores of Long Island Sound, Christ the King Church is an easy drive from anywhere in Connecticut. What can you do at Harvest Fun Day? ·       Shop the King’s Rummage Sale for some … [Read more...] about Celebrate Autumn at Christ The King’s Harvest Fun Day Today

Free Paper Shredding Event in Deep River Today

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This Saturday, Sept. 27, a collection of documents for shredding will be held at 5 Dump Road, Essex from 9 a.m.to 12noon This collection is open at no charge to residents from the towns of Lyme and Old Lyme  along with those of Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Essex, Haddam, Killingworth, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. Bring up to five boxes or bags (kitchen trash can size) of … [Read more...] about Free Paper Shredding Event in Deep River Today

OLPD Report Two Recent Burglaries in Old Lyme, One in Lyme

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Old Lyme Police have announced that two residential burglaries occurred last Wednesday, Sept. 17,  in Old Lyme. At approximately 2:30 p.m., a Jericho Drive resident arrived home and observed a grey/silver small hatchback type vehicle in her driveway.  The male passenger fled on foot and the female driver drove away in an unknown direction.  Nothing was taken from the … [Read more...] about OLPD Report Two Recent Burglaries in Old Lyme, One in Lyme

Estuary Council of Seniors Hosts Celebratory ‘Forty and Fabulous’ Gala at ‘The Kate’ Tonight

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Join the Estuary Council of Seniors (ECSI) to celebrate its 40th Anniversary at a "Forty and Fabulous" Gala tonight at 6 p.m. at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, "The Kate," at 300 Main Street in Old Saybrook. This fund-raising Gala will benefit the Estuary's Meals on Wheels program. Last year, the ECSI provided 70,000 hot, nutritious meals to individuals in its nine … [Read more...] about Estuary Council of Seniors Hosts Celebratory ‘Forty and Fabulous’ Gala at ‘The Kate’ Tonight

Donations Needed This Week For King’s Rummage Sale to be Held at Old Lyme Church, Sept. 27-28

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Summer’s over. The kids are back in school. It’s a great time to clean out the house and get it ready for autumn.  But what to do with all the toys, books, dishes, tennis racquets, bicycles, Christmas decorations, furniture, etc., that you don’t need anymore? Donate them to the King’s Rummage Sale at Christ the King Church’s Harvest Fun Day!  Donations are being accepted now … [Read more...] about Donations Needed This Week For King’s Rummage Sale to be Held at Old Lyme Church, Sept. 27-28

‘Dinner and ‘Mrs. Doubtfire” Event This Evening Benefits Childhood Cancer Research

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An organization with a mission to raise funds for pediatric research, Achieve Change Together (ACT), is hosting a "Dinner, a Movie, Popcorn and More" event on Saturday, Sept. 6, at Clark Memorial Field in Old Saybrook.  Grass opens at 6 p.m. and the movie, now announced as "Mrs. Doubtfire," starts at 7:30 p.m.  The costs is $20 per car, which includes the movie and popcorn. … [Read more...] about ‘Dinner and ‘Mrs. Doubtfire” Event This Evening Benefits Childhood Cancer Research

Old Saybrook Couple, Old Lyme Church Sponsor Trip to NYC to Join Climate March, Sept. 21

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Editor's Note 9/14:  Bus is now full. A committed Old Saybrook couple, Dave and Mariette Brown, have teamed up with the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme to arrange for a bus of local residents to go to New York City on Sunday, Sept. 21.  The purpose of the trip is to attend, “The world’s largest rally in history to support meaningful action to combat the scourge of … [Read more...] about Old Saybrook Couple, Old Lyme Church Sponsor Trip to NYC to Join Climate March, Sept. 21

Lyme-Old Lyme Boy Scouts Attend High Adventure Camp, Conquer New Mexico Mountain Challenge

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“Climb every mountain” was the theme for Boy Scouts of America Troop 26 of Lyme/Old Lyme this summer. Troop 26 was selected by lottery to attend a challenging seven-day-adventure at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico this August. Philmont is the premier high adventure camp for scouts. Founded through the generosity of Oklahoma oilman Waite Phillips over 75 years ago, the … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Boy Scouts Attend High Adventure Camp, Conquer New Mexico Mountain Challenge