OLD LYME -- More than 150 residents attended yesterday's meeting to review the current status of the proposed Regional Wastewater System. The meeting was held in the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School auditorium. Senator Richard Blumenthal addressed the audience via a video link as he was on his way to a prior commitment in Bridgeport, Conn. State Senator Paul Formica … [Read more...] about Almost Full Auditorium for Aug. 27 Old Lyme Regional Wastewater System Update
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‘Amphora’ Retrospective at Lyme Academy Celebrates 40 Years of Work by Old Lyme Artist Pat Smith
OLD LYME -- The Lyme Academy of Fine Arts presents Amphora, a retrospective survey of four decades of work of the Old Lyme-based artist Patricia Smith (b.1942). Amphora is both a celebration of the earth and the earliest crafts it bore, and a deeply personal tribute to Smith’s enduring muse. The exhibition will be on view in the Academy’s Sill House Gallery from Aug. 28, … [Read more...] about ‘Amphora’ Retrospective at Lyme Academy Celebrates 40 Years of Work by Old Lyme Artist Pat Smith
“Another Great Year” Starts for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools (Superintendent Neviaser of LOL Schools)
LYME-OLD LYME -- The new school year kicked off yesterday for students in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools. Kindergartners in Mile Creek and Lyme Schools experienced their very first day of 'proper school.' It soon turned out that Kindergarten "rocked"! Changing classes was a great time for students to reconnect after the long summer vacation. Playgrounds were … [Read more...] about “Another Great Year” Starts for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools (Superintendent Neviaser of LOL Schools)
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce 2022-23 ‘Teacher of the Year’, ‘Staff Member of the Year’
LYME-OLD LYME -- At the recent Region 18 Convocation, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools named the 2022-2023 Teacher of the Year as Diana Marchese. She serves as the Library Media Specialist at Mile Creek School. At the same event, the 2022-23 Staff Member of the Year was announced as Lori Giannotti, who is employed as a Special Services Clerk. Congratulations to both … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce 2022-23 ‘Teacher of the Year’, ‘Staff Member of the Year’
Suisman Shapiro Attorneys Collins, Berryman — Both of Old Lyme — Named ‘2023 Best Lawyers in America®’
Seven Suisman Shapiro Attorneys Named to 2023 Best Lawyers in America® and Ones to Watch ® Lists NEW LONDON, CONN. -- Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law have announced that James P. Berryman and John A. Collins III have been named to 2023 Best Lawyers in America®. Both attorneys live in Old Lyme, and Suisman Shapiro serves as the Town of Old Lyme's Attorney. Atty. … [Read more...] about Suisman Shapiro Attorneys Collins, Berryman — Both of Old Lyme — Named ‘2023 Best Lawyers in America®’
Sen’s Blumenthal, Murphy to Attend Presentation on Old Lyme’s Regional Wastewater System, Saturday
OLD LYME -- A presentation will be held on the Old Lyme Regional Wastewater System on Saturday, Aug. 27, at 10 a.m. in the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School. This is an informational meeting to review the status of the sewer project. Questions regarding the project can be submitted in advance to [email protected] for review by the committee. A panel will then … [Read more...] about Sen’s Blumenthal, Murphy to Attend Presentation on Old Lyme’s Regional Wastewater System, Saturday
Hamburg Fair Attracts Huge Crowds, Hailed Great Success
LYME -- The Hamburg Fair returned after a two-year absence to shrieks of delight, the sounds of music, and games galore. The fair was hailed a huge success on all three days. This family-friendly event showcased many agricultural fair traditions while highlighting top local music talent and entertainment. Visitors enjoyed Milestone Midway Carnival rides and … [Read more...] about Hamburg Fair Attracts Huge Crowds, Hailed Great Success
Monkeypox Cases Rise to 73 in CT, One Case in Nine-Town Ledge Light Health District
Wyoming Remains Only US State Without a Single Case, Highest Number of Cases in NY State LYME/OLD LYME — The number of cases in the state has risen to 73 as of this morning, Aug. 19, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data. On Aug. 16, Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) Director of Health Stephen Mansfield confirmed to LymeLine.com by email, "We are … [Read more...] about Monkeypox Cases Rise to 73 in CT, One Case in Nine-Town Ledge Light Health District
FRA Announces $65.2 Million Grant for New CT River Bridge Between Old Lyme, Old Saybrook
Second $20M FRA Grant Supports Phase 1 (Two of Seven) of CT DOT’s Plan to Replace Power Substations Along New Haven Line HARTFORD, CT/OLD LYME – On Aug. 18, Gov. Ned Lamont and Connecticut’s Congressional delegation announced that Connecticut has been awarded two grants totaling more than $85.2 million from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for major infrastructure … [Read more...] about FRA Announces $65.2 Million Grant for New CT River Bridge Between Old Lyme, Old Saybrook
Lyme Art Association Hosts Two New Shows, ‘Point of View’ & ‘True Blue’
One of the signature works in 'Point of View' is 'Good Night' (above) in oil by Elected Artist Christopher Zhang. The show is currently on view at the Lyme Art Association.OLD LYME -- On Friday, Aug. 19, from 5 to 7 p.m., Lyme Art Association (LAA) will host an Opening Reception for two new shows, which opened Aug. 12. All are welcome. The first is Point of View, the 101st … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association Hosts Two New Shows, ‘Point of View’ & ‘True Blue’
Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee Announces Endorsements for November Elections
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) has announced its endorsements for the upcoming November election for Democratic candidates for State and Federal offices. The unanimous endorsements were made at the regular monthly meeting of the Old Lyme DTC held Wednesday, Aug. 10. In a press release announcing the endorsements, the Old Lyme DTC states that … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee Announces Endorsements for November Elections
Exhibition of Art by Lyme Academy Students Opens Today at Niantic Gallery With Reception
NIANTIC/OLD LYME -- Niantic Bay Gallery of Fine Art is hosting an exhibit of work by Lyme Academy of Fine Arts students, featuring academic drawings from current students and a painting by instructor Edmond Rochat. An opening reception for the exhibition will be held tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. All are welcome and there is no fee for admission. This is a … [Read more...] about Exhibition of Art by Lyme Academy Students Opens Today at Niantic Gallery With Reception
Lyme, OL Republicans Choose Klarides as Candidate for US Senate, But Levy Wins Statewide in Tuesday’s Primary
LYME/OLD LYME -- The unofficial results of the Primary elections in Lyme and Old Lyme were as detailed below. A majority of Republican voters in both Lyme and Old Lyme chose Themis Klarides over Leora Levy as their candidate for US Senate to face Democrat Richard Blumenthal in November. Statewide, however, Levy -- who received a late endorsement from former President … [Read more...] about Lyme, OL Republicans Choose Klarides as Candidate for US Senate, But Levy Wins Statewide in Tuesday’s Primary
Rochelle Davis Named Lyme Land Trust ‘Volunteer of the Year’
LYME -- Rochelle Davis, volunteer steward of the Grassy Hill Preserve, was awarded the Lyme Land Trust 'Volunteer of the Year' Award at the organization's annual meeting. During the last two years, Davis worked to improve habitat in the Grassy Hill Preserve Meadow to promote biodiversity. She has transformed a field filled with invasive plants to one populated by native … [Read more...] about Rochelle Davis Named Lyme Land Trust ‘Volunteer of the Year’
Monkeypox Cases Rise to 48 in CT
Wyoming Now the Only US State Without a Single Case, Highest Number of Cases in NY State LYME/OLD LYME — The number of cases in the state has risen to 48 as of this morning, Aug. 9, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data. On July 26, Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) Director of Health Stephen Mansfield confirmed to LymeLine.com by email that there … [Read more...] about Monkeypox Cases Rise to 48 in CT