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CBSRZ Hosts Family-Style Seder on Second Night of Passover, Tuesday

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Do you remember the smell of Grandma's Matzah Ball soup simmering on the stove as she prepared for Passover seder? If you are looking for an opportunity to reconnect with your Jewish heritage, call Congregation Beth Shalom Rodfe Zedek (CBSRZ) to learn about their Passover Across America seder in Chester, CT. The seder will be on the second night of Passover, Tuesday, April 15, … [Read more...] about CBSRZ Hosts Family-Style Seder on Second Night of Passover, Tuesday

Missing Dog FOUND in Old Lyme!

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04/13: We've just heard that Ruby has been found -- great news! This adorable cock-a-poo puppy ran away from his home on Mile Creek Rd. this morning.  Ruby is a light tan color and weighs about 10 lbs. If you see her, please contact Melyssa Hancock at 860-331-9339 or the Hancock family.  Poor Ruby is likely very scared since she is very young. … [Read more...] about Missing Dog FOUND in Old Lyme!

Large Crowd Turns Out to Commemorate British Raid on Essex Ships 200 Years Ago

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REVISED 4/9/14: At 7.30 p.m. on Tuesday April 8, a goodly crowd gathered at the edge of the Connecticut River in Old Lyme to commemorate the bicentennial of the  1814 British raid on Essex. "Light Up the Night" began with a drummer, who called the crowd to attention. Then the bonfire was lit and cannons fired as Mark Lander of the Old Lyme Historical Society read a … [Read more...] about Large Crowd Turns Out to Commemorate British Raid on Essex Ships 200 Years Ago

Old Lyme Historical Society Hosts “Light Up the Night” Tonight, Commemorates 1812 British Raid on CT River

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The Old Lyme Historical Society invites the public to “Light Up the Night”, a bi-centennial commemoration of the British raid on Connecticut River shipping during the War of 1812.  This free event takes place on Tuesday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m. at the Old Lyme dinghy dock along the Connecticut River, near the DEEP Marine Headquarters on Ferry Road. There will be a bonfire and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society Hosts “Light Up the Night” Tonight, Commemorates 1812 British Raid on CT River

Information Meeting Tonight on Proposed Bus Route From Clinton to Middletown

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A public information meeting will be held this evening at 7 p.m. at Clinton Town Hall auditorium regarding the proposed new 9 Town Transit bus service connecting Madison, Killingworth and Haddam to Middletown. The purpose of the meeting is in part for the public to demonstrate the need for this service by telling the story of how this service could benefit you or someone you … [Read more...] about Information Meeting Tonight on Proposed Bus Route From Clinton to Middletown

Old Lyme’s O’Connor Scores His First Hole in One!

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We love opening our Inbox each day because it's a little like Tom Hank's famous box of chocolates ... you never know what you're going to get. Well, one day last week, we received a really special piece of news that we are now thrilled to share with our readers. Old Lyme resident Arthur O'Connor scored his first hole in one on the 186 yard 12th hole at Wild Wing … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s O’Connor Scores His First Hole in One!

A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Church

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A long-time resident of Old Lyme set off early on Sunday morning from her home on Nottingham for Christ The King Church, but decided as she was traveling along Mile Creek Rd. to turn left down Cross Ln. to join Rte. 156 rather than take her more usual route along Mile Creek itself. Although Phyllis Shepherd-Tambini saw the water in front of her under the Cross Ln. railroad … [Read more...] about A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Church

LYSB Hosts Community Forum Tonight to Present Youth Survey Results

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Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) hosts ‘A Community Forum' this coming Thursday, April 3, at 7 p.m. at Lyme-Old Lyme High School to present results from the most recent Lyme-Old Lyme Youth Survey. Results from the recent survey of all youth in grades 7-12 about their attitudes and behavior regarding alcohol, tobacco, and drugs will be analysed and discussed. Learn what … [Read more...] about LYSB Hosts Community Forum Tonight to Present Youth Survey Results

You Wrote a Book, Now What? Glean Insiders’ Info on Book Publishing at Lyme Library Tonight

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Jan L. Kardys and Jeanne E. Rogers will present a program for new writers, published authors, and anyone interested in the publishing industry on Thursday, April 3, at 7 p.m. at the Lyme Public Library. They will share their years of experience on such topics as developing a concept, writing a manuscript, editing, finding a literary agent, negotiating a publishing agreement, … [Read more...] about You Wrote a Book, Now What? Glean Insiders’ Info on Book Publishing at Lyme Library Tonight

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Environmental Club Honored by Old Lyme Land Trust

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At its 48th Annual Meeting, the Old Lyme Land Trust (OLTT) presented its "Volunteer of the Year" award to members of the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Environmental Club.  On hand to receive the award were Isabel Ritrovato, club president, Madalyn Gibson-Williams, Hugh Cipparone and Philip Hallwood, as well as club adviser and LOLHS teacher, Heather Fried. The Club has … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Environmental Club Honored by Old Lyme Land Trust

Dinner Benefits Crosby Fund for Haitian Education, Sunday

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A dinner to benefit The Crosby Fund for Haitian Education will be hosted by the Ladies Benevolent Society of the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, 2 Ferry Road, Old Lyme in the Fellowship Hall on Sunday, March 23, at 5 p.m. The premier of a documentary film created by Rob Shook on education in the Artibonite Valley will be shown.  Shook’s photos of his recent trip to … [Read more...] about Dinner Benefits Crosby Fund for Haitian Education, Sunday

Feta or Not? Murphy Hosts ‘Connecticut Cheese Challenge’ in Battle Against Cheese Renaming Proposal by Europeans

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This afternoon at 2:45 p.m., U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) will visit Sankow’s Beaver Brook Farm to host the Connecticut Cheese Challenge.  This is an event that will illustrate the need to protect Connecticut dairy farmers and producers from a European initiative that would change the common names for cheeses that Americans enjoy every day. Murphy, Chairman of the … [Read more...] about Feta or Not? Murphy Hosts ‘Connecticut Cheese Challenge’ in Battle Against Cheese Renaming Proposal by Europeans

Four Boys From Same Troop Achieve Eagle Scout Rank, Ceremony to be Held in Old Lyme March 29

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Boy Scout Troop 26, sponsored by the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, will be hosting a very special event this month, as they honor four young men who have achieved Scouting’s Highest Rank, Eagle Scout.  TJ Lynch, David Muckle, Kyle O’Neil, and Christian Valli, all have completed the rigorous requirements and will be presented with their awards at an unprecedented … [Read more...] about Four Boys From Same Troop Achieve Eagle Scout Rank, Ceremony to be Held in Old Lyme March 29

CT Bar Association Honors Old Lyme Resident, Judge Susan B. Handy, With Prestigious Award

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The Connecticut Bar Association (CBA) has announced The Honorable Susan B. Handy of Old Lyme as the recipient of this year’s Henry J. Naruk Judiciary Award. Judge Handy is a senior judge assigned to the New London Judicial District.  She serves as a member of the Criminal Jury Instruction Committee and co-chairs the Events Subcommittee of the Judicial-Media Committee. She is … [Read more...] about CT Bar Association Honors Old Lyme Resident, Judge Susan B. Handy, With Prestigious Award