OLD LYME -- Fifty years ago on April 22, 1970, Denis Hayes, a Harvard graduate student and Sen. Gaylord Nelson (D-WI), joined by Rep. Pete McCloskey (R-CA), organized the first Earth Day. "They were there with raised hands," said Amanda Blair, Co-Chair of the Old Lyme Open Space Commission, adding sadly, "We're here with hands in prayer." She continued in a phone interview … [Read more...] about Happy Earth Day! Old Lyme Open Space Co-Chair Suggests, “Go Outdoors, Reflect On Everything We Have”
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Lyme Garden Club Hosts ‘Spring Wildflowers in Connecticut,’ Tuesday; All Welcome
LYME -- Interested members of the public are invited to attend “Spring Wildflowers in Connecticut” hosted Tuesday, March 10, by the Lyme Garden Club. Margery Winters, from Roaring Brook Nature Center in Canton, Conn., will speak about wildflowers in the state during the meeting at Lyme Fire Company, 213 Hamburg Rd./Rte. 156, Lyme, CT. Refreshments will be served at 9:30 … [Read more...] about Lyme Garden Club Hosts ‘Spring Wildflowers in Connecticut,’ Tuesday; All Welcome
Message From Ledge Light on Tractor-Trailer Fire in N. Stonington, Keep Clear of Pawcatuck River, Tributaries in Specified Area
AREAWIDE -- We have been sent a message from Stephen Mansfield, Director of Health, Ledge Light Health District for immediate publication: This afternoon, a tractor trailer was traveling northbound on I-95 in North Stonington and crashed into the bridge over Rte 49. The truck and trailer caught fire and was extinguished. It has been determined that the tractor trailer was … [Read more...] about Message From Ledge Light on Tractor-Trailer Fire in N. Stonington, Keep Clear of Pawcatuck River, Tributaries in Specified Area
Old Lyme Land Trust Board Issues Statement on Black Hall Pond/Beaver Activity
OLD LYME -- Yesterday evening, we received the following statement from the Old Lyme Land Trust Board of Trustees regarding Black Hall Pond/Beaver Activity. Members of the Old Lyme Land Trust and its Board investigated the claim made by Mr. Berggren, certain Town of Old Lyme officials, and others, that one or more animal obstructions on the Jericho Preserve have restricted … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Land Trust Board Issues Statement on Black Hall Pond/Beaver Activity
CT Audubon Calls for Ban on Harvesting of Horsehoe Crabs
Editor's Note: This evening represents a very convenient opportunity for Lyme and Old Lyme residents to express their opinions to the CT DEEP on whether to change the state's horseshoe crab regulations. We support CT Audubon's proposal, which calls for a ban on harvesting horsehoe crabs and for better law enforcement to control illegal harvesting. Read more below as to why … [Read more...] about CT Audubon Calls for Ban on Harvesting of Horsehoe Crabs
Learn How to Plant a Pollinator Garden on ‘CT Outdoors’ with Old Lyme’s Suzanne Thompson
OLD LYME -- Now more than ever, pollinating insects and animals need our help to survive says Kim Eierman, environmental horticulturist and landscape designer and author of The Pollinator Victory Garden. And humans depend on pollinators, which are critical to our food supply and are responsible for the reproduction of the vast majority of all flowering plants on our … [Read more...] about Learn How to Plant a Pollinator Garden on ‘CT Outdoors’ with Old Lyme’s Suzanne Thompson
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Hosts Plethora of New Programs in New Year
OLD LYME -- The Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center (RTPEC) has announced an extensive range of new programs for the early months of 2020 as follows: BUDDING NATURALISTS Wednesday, Jan. 8 , 10-11am Theme: A Long Winter’s Nap – Animal Hibernation RTP Estuary Center, Old Lyme Start their love of nature early. Join us for this parent/caregiver and child nature class designed … [Read more...] about Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Hosts Plethora of New Programs in New Year
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Senior Builds Benches For OL Land Trust’s Lohmann Preserve as Eagle Scout Project
OLD LYME -- Anyone who has visited the John Lohmann CT River Preserve recently has undoubtedly noticed the two new cedar benches. These were built as the Eagle Scout project of Alec Russell of Boy Scout Association Troop 240. Alec is a senior at Lyme-Old Lyme High School. Russell proposed and planned this service project, organized a work team, secured donations of material … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Senior Builds Benches For OL Land Trust’s Lohmann Preserve as Eagle Scout Project
Volunteers From Old Lyme Open Space Commission, CT Hiking Alliance Join Forces to Remove Fencing on McCulloch Farm
OLD LYME -- The Town of Old Lyme purchased 300 acres of the McCulloch farm in September, and the Old Lyme Open Space Commission has been working since to prepare the property for public access. Coincidentally, the Connecticut Hiking Alliance (CHA) was at the same time looking for worthwhile volunteer projects. It was a perfect match for both organizations and thus the … [Read more...] about Volunteers From Old Lyme Open Space Commission, CT Hiking Alliance Join Forces to Remove Fencing on McCulloch Farm
Old Lyme’s Duck River Garden Club Recognized with Multiple Awards for Members’ Efforts
OLD LYME -- The Duck River Garden Club (DRGC) of Old Lyme has received multiple awards from Federated Garden Clubs of Connecticut for the club’s civic beautification, education and horticultural therapy efforts over the past year. The Old Lyme club, which will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2020, was presented the awards at the statewide federation’s annual awards meeting … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Duck River Garden Club Recognized with Multiple Awards for Members’ Efforts
Lyme Garden Club Fall Birdseed Fundraiser Continues Through Nov. 13
LYME -- Lyme Garden Club is holding their Annual Fall Birdseed Fundraiser from now until Nov. 13. All seed is fresh because it is this year’s crop. All profits support the club’s Beautify Lyme projects. Choices include: Black Oil Sunflower Seed 50 lb. @ $36 & 25 lb. @ $23 Striped Sunflower Seed 50 lb. @ $32 & 25 lb. @ $24 Sunflower Seed Chips 50 lb. @ $66 & 25 … [Read more...] about Lyme Garden Club Fall Birdseed Fundraiser Continues Through Nov. 13
Why Do Birds Crash? Potapaug Unravels the Mystery of ‘Window Collisions,’ Tonight in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- Harry Bird of the Potapaug Audubon Society presents 'Window Collisions' on Thursday, Oct. 3, at 7 p.m. at Old Lyme Town Hall, 52 Lyme St., Old Lyme. All are welcome. This fascinating talk will investigate the hazards to birds of window collisions. It is a complex topic, which will be looked at from a variety of angles. Possible solutions will be offered, and it … [Read more...] about Why Do Birds Crash? Potapaug Unravels the Mystery of ‘Window Collisions,’ Tonight in Old Lyme
Update From Old Lyme Town Hall Regarding Eastern Equine Encephalitis
OLD LYME -- The following e-mail was sent out from Old Lyme Town Hall at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday evening. A message from First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder: Today we learned that a resident of Old Lyme has become the second victim of the mosquito-borne illness, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, or the Triple-E virus. The Town of Old Lyme sends heartfelt condolences to the family of … [Read more...] about Update From Old Lyme Town Hall Regarding Eastern Equine Encephalitis
State Announces Old Lyme Resident Tests Positive for EEE, Confirms Death of East Lyme Resident Diagnosed with EEE
HARTFORD/OLD LYME – (Press release from DPH) RESIDENTS ARE ADVISED TO PROTECT THEMSELVES AND THEIR CHILDREN BY AVOIDING OUTDOOR ACTIVITY FROM DUSK TO DAWN, WHEN MOSQUITOES ARE MOST ACTIVE Yesterday, Department of Public Health (DPH) Commissioner Renée D. Coleman-Mitchell announced a second Connecticut resident has tested positive for Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) … [Read more...] about State Announces Old Lyme Resident Tests Positive for EEE, Confirms Death of East Lyme Resident Diagnosed with EEE
Old Lyme’s Christ the King Church Hosts Harvest Festival & Rummage Sale Today
OLD LYME -- Autumn arrives officially in Connecticut on Sept. 23, and Christ the King Church in Old Lyme is celebrating the new season with its family-friendly Harvest Festival Saturday, Sept. 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. At the huge King’s Rummage Sale held during the Harvest Festival, you’ll find housewares and kitchen items, books and CDs, holiday decorations, jewelry, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Christ the King Church Hosts Harvest Festival & Rummage Sale Today