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State Rep. Carney Takes Oath, Named to New Leadership Role

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HARTFORD/LYME/OLD LYME – On Wednesday, Jan. 4, State Representative Devin Carney (R) took the oath-of-office for his fifth full term representing the 23rd General Assembly District, which includes the towns of Lyme and Old Lyme along with Old Saybrook and Westbrook. For the 2023-2024 legislative session, Rep. Carney has been named to a new leadership role as one of … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Takes Oath, Named to New Leadership Role

Needleman Sworn in for Third Term as State Senator for 33rd District, Includes Lyme

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HARTFORD/LYME -- On Wednesday, Jan. 4, State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) was sworn in at the State Capitol for his third term as the State Senator representing the 33rd Senate District, which includes Lyme along with Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Old Saybrook, Portland and Westbrook. "It is an honor to hold this seat … [Read more...] about Needleman Sworn in for Third Term as State Senator for 33rd District, Includes Lyme

Datum Sworn In as Old Lyme Democratic Registrar of Voters

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OLD LYME -- On Tuesday, Jan. 3, Jennifer Datum was sworn in as the new Old Lyme Democratic Registrar of Voters. The ceremony was officiated by Old Lyme Town Clerk Vicki Urbowicz in the town hall vault and others in attendance included outgoing registrar Marylin Clarke, former Old Lyme Selectwoman Mary Jo Nosal, and Katie Balocca, the new Executive Assistant to the Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Datum Sworn In as Old Lyme Democratic Registrar of Voters

Florence Griswold Museum Announces Appointment of Joshua Campbell Torrance as New Executive Director

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OLD LYME -- The Trustees of the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme, Conn. announced today that Joshua Campbell Torrance of Wethersfield will take the reins of the 75-year-old cultural institution beginning Feb. 6, 2023. After former Director Rebekah Beaulieu left the Museum in August to become the President and CEO of the Taft Museum of Art in … [Read more...] about Florence Griswold Museum Announces Appointment of Joshua Campbell Torrance as New Executive Director

Letter to the Editor: ‘Halls Rd. Overlay District’ Proposal is ‘Excellent,’ Merits Community Support at Monday’s OL Zoning Meeting

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To the Editor: The Old Lyme Zoning Commission is scheduled to meet on January 9 to finally vote on the Halls Road Overlay District plan. As a citizen of Old Lyme for nearly two decades, and a former member of the Economic Development Commission, I would like to voice my support for the excellent proposal from the Halls Road Improvement Committee. Enhancement of … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: ‘Halls Rd. Overlay District’ Proposal is ‘Excellent,’ Merits Community Support at Monday’s OL Zoning Meeting

Four CT Counties Now in High/Orange COVID-19 Community Levels Category, New London County Remains in Medium/Yellow

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HARTFORD/LYME/OLD LYME, Conn.—The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has listed four Connecticut Counties—Fairfield, Litchfield, Middlesex and New Haven Counties—in the High/Orange category in its most recent COVID-19 Community Levels Map. New London along with Hartford, Tolland and Windham Counties are listed in the Medium/Yellow category. The COVID-19 … [Read more...] about Four CT Counties Now in High/Orange COVID-19 Community Levels Category, New London County Remains in Medium/Yellow

U.S. Federal Gov. Again Offering Free COVID-19 Test Kits

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LYME/OLD LYME -- On Monday, Dec. 19, the US Federal Government restarted its program to ship free COVID-19 test kits to any household that requests them. To order up to four kits for your household, visit this link. The maximum number of test kits that can be requested for a household is four. A limited supply of test kits is also available for pick-up at Lyme … [Read more...] about U.S. Federal Gov. Again Offering Free COVID-19 Test Kits

Old Lyme Boys Pull Off First Basketball Win of Season Against Hale-Ray

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OLD LYME -- Playing at home on Monday night, the Old Lyme boys ended up defeating Hale Ray 68 - 60, but it was a close call. Old Lyme struck early and hard with some good post offense from the Monte twins -- Calvin and Caden -- to open up a first quarter 24-15 lead. Calvin ended the game with 19 points,15 rebounds, three assists along with a steal and block apiece, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Boys Pull Off First Basketball Win of Season Against Hale-Ray

Gardening Tips for December from ‘The English Lady’ – ‘The Color of Winter is in the Imagination’

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Hello everyone; so much to do and so little time in this holiday season ... remember to breathe, stretch and take time out for yourself each day. On a pleasant December day, go out into the garden -- there is still time to plant your spring bulbs. The earth is still workable so enjoy the fresh air and the gentle exercise before you indulge in the Holiday … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips for December from ‘The English Lady’ – ‘The Color of Winter is in the Imagination’

Chase Gilbert of Old Lyme Named All-Area Girls’ Cross Country Runner of the Year by ‘The Day’

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OLD LYME -- Chase Gilbert, a freshman at Lyme-Old Lyme High School, has been named The Day’s 2022 All-Area Girls’ Cross Country Runner of the Year. Visit the link to read the full article by Vicki Fulkerson published Dec. 18, 2022. Hearty congratulations to Chase from all of us here at LymeLine! Editor's Note: Visit this link to read our earlier article about Gilbert … [Read more...] about Chase Gilbert of Old Lyme Named All-Area Girls’ Cross Country Runner of the Year by ‘The Day’

Seasonal Memories Made at Lyme Academy’s Holiday Enchantment and Tree Lighting

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OLD LYME – On Dec.10, Lyme Academy of Fine Arts welcomed members of the community, young and old, to gather on its campus in Old Lyme for the 2nd Annual Holiday Enchantment and Tree Lighting. The Academy hosted an “old fashioned” holiday celebration, including horse-drawn carriage rides, visits with Santa, caroling, seasonal musical performances by the Old Lyme Town … [Read more...] about Seasonal Memories Made at Lyme Academy’s Holiday Enchantment and Tree Lighting

Marylin Clarke Retires After 42 Years Practicing Law, 31 as Old Lyme Town Counsel

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OLD LYME -- On Thursday, a group of town employees, colleagues and friends gathered in Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall to celebrate Attorney Marylin Clarke. She was being honored by the Town of Old Lyme on the occasion of her retirement after 42 years in the practice of law, 31 of which she served as Town Counsel for the Town of Old Lyme. She was appointed to consecutive … [Read more...] about Marylin Clarke Retires After 42 Years Practicing Law, 31 as Old Lyme Town Counsel

Old Lyme Police Add New (Young) Officer to Their Ranks

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OLD LYME -- On Thursday, Ethan Kula was sworn in by Old Lyme First Selectman Tim Griswold to the Old Lyme Police Department (OLPD) as its newest officer. Kula will attend the Police Academy for the first six months of his service prior to starting work in Old Lyme. Visit this link to read a full account of the ceremony, and the change it brings to the OLPD, New Old … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Police Add New (Young) Officer to Their Ranks