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April 12 & 13 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Over Two Days Raise Cumulative Case Total to 1067, One New Case in Lyme Takes Total There to 264

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Tuesday, April 12, and Wednesday, April 13, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show two, new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme on each day. These cases raise Old Lyme’s cumulative case total to 1067. On April 12, one new case was reported in Lyme taking that town's cumulative total to 264. No new cases … [Read more...] about April 12 & 13 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Over Two Days Raise Cumulative Case Total to 1067, One New Case in Lyme Takes Total There to 264

Gillette Castle Sign Honoring William Gillette Restored by Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumna Schillawski

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EAST HADDAM, Conn. – Several years of planning by supporters of Gillette Castle State Park — in combination with a young woman’s talents — have restored a much-missed piece of park nostalgia. It is a tall wooden post sporting a large sign paying homage to actor William Gillette, who is shown in silhouette in a deerstalker cap, the emblem of his most famous theatrical role — … [Read more...] about Gillette Castle Sign Honoring William Gillette Restored by Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumna Schillawski

Old Lyme Open Space Commission Requests Trail-Walkers Pay Special Attention While Lords Meadow Construction is Ongoing

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OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Open Space Commission owns a small parking area and connecting trail at 33-1 Lord’s Meadow that provides hiking access to the Old Lyme Land Trust’s Lay-Allen Preserve.  Hikers interested in a longer walk can also access the McCulloch Family Open Space via this trail and the Land Trust Preserve. There is active construction in the neighborhood … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Open Space Commission Requests Trail-Walkers Pay Special Attention While Lords Meadow Construction is Ongoing

Anti-Lamont PAC Launched with $500K Donation From Former RTC Chair Kelsey of Old Lyme Reports Spending $300K, Second Donor Also Gave $500K

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OLD LYME  -- CT Truth PAC,  the independent-expenditure group supporting Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski with television and web ads attacking Gov. Ned Lamont, reported Sunday it has spent about $300,000 of the $1 million provided by two wealthy businessmen. Formed in February with an initial contribution of $500,000 from David Kelsey of Old Lyme, the … [Read more...] about Anti-Lamont PAC Launched with $500K Donation From Former RTC Chair Kelsey of Old Lyme Reports Spending $300K, Second Donor Also Gave $500K

April 11 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Lyme Raises Cumulative Case Total to 263, Old Lyme Holds at 1063

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Monday, April 11, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show one new confirmed COVID-19 case in Lyme, and none in Old Lyme. This number raises Lyme’s cumulative case total to 263 while Old Lyme’s holds at 1063. The state’s COVID-19 Daily Positivity Rate continues to rise. On Monday, April 11, the rate increased … [Read more...] about April 11 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Lyme Raises Cumulative Case Total to 263, Old Lyme Holds at 1063

Old Lyme Tennis: Girls Win, Boys Lose Against Westbrook

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Boys' Tennis: Old Lyme lost 2-5 to Westbrook April 11. In an extremely competitive match, several games went into the third set to achieve a result. Singles: 1. Charles Hinckley vs. Joey Caslin: 6-7, 6-4, 2-6 2. Griffin McGlinchey vs. Elliot Koplas: 1-6, 4-6 3. Will Danes vs. Jonah Freuud: 0-6, 4-6 4. Nikolai Stephens-Zumbaum vs. Josh Davey: 4-6, 6-4, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Tennis: Girls Win, Boys Lose Against Westbrook

“Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse

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IVORYTON -- Last Thursday, April 7, a new musical written by Connecticut writers took the stage in Ivoryton, sparking laughter, cheers and a standing ovation. Star of Freedom, with music and lyrics by Jeff Blaney and book by Lawrence Thelen, opened the Playhouse’s 2022 Season. Based on Blaney’s concept album Exodus, Star of Freedom takes the audience on a journey with Sean … [Read more...] about “Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse

Death Announced of Martha Rita (Schaefer) Ames of Old Lyme, ‘Ruler of the Roost’

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OLD LYME -- Martha Rita (Schaefer) Ames, 73, born Jan. 6, 1949, passed away April 8, 2022, at home peacefully after a brief illness. Marty, as most called her, worked as the office manager of Speirs Plumbing for 28 years, but the better title would have been "Ruler of the Roost." ... Predeceased by husband Robert (S.P.L.O.M.F.L.) in 2000. She is survived by her daughter … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Martha Rita (Schaefer) Ames of Old Lyme, ‘Ruler of the Roost’

April 8 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Raise Cumulative Case Total to 1063, Lyme Holds at 262

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LYME/OLD LYME -- The Daily Data Reports issued Friday, April 8, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show two new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme, and none in Lyme. This number raises Old Lyme's cumulative case total to 1063 while Lyme's holds at 262. The state's COVID-19 Daily Positivity Rate continues to rise steadily. On Friday, April 8, the rate … [Read more...] about April 8 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Raise Cumulative Case Total to 1063, Lyme Holds at 262

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Sports Roundup: Both Tennis Teams Trounce Old Saybrook 7-0, Baseball ‘Cats Crush Westbrook 11-1

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LYME/OLD LYME -- On Friday, April 8, the Old Lyme girls' and boys' tennis teams along with the baseball team all achieved stunning victories over their respective opponents. Girls' Tennis: Old Lyme Crushes Old Saybrook 7-0 1st Singles: Abigail Sicuranza vs Elizabeth Pamment 6-0, 6-0 2nd Singles: Sam Tan vs Claire Boucher 6-0, 6-0 3rd Singles: Callie Bass vs … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Sports Roundup: Both Tennis Teams Trounce Old Saybrook 7-0, Baseball ‘Cats Crush Westbrook 11-1

State Rep. Carney Announces Re-Election Bid for 23rd District That Includes Lyme, Old Lyme

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LYME/OLD LYME -- State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd) has announced that he is running for re-election as State Representative for the 23rd District, which includes Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. This is his fourth re-election bid, and if elected, it will be his fifth consecutive term in office. Rep. Carney was first elected in 2014 and currently serves … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Announces Re-Election Bid for 23rd District That Includes Lyme, Old Lyme

April 6 & 7 COVID-19 Update: More Towns in Red Case Rate Zone, CT Positivity Rate Continues to Rise, Two New Cases Over Two Days in Lyme, Old Lyme Take Cumulative Totals to 262, 1061

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LYME/OLD LYME -- The Daily Data Reports issued Wednesday and Thursday, April 6 and 7, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) again show one new confirmed COVID-19 case each day in Old Lyme, and none in Lyme on Wednesday, but two on Thursday. This raises Old Lyme's cumulative case total to 1061 and Lyme's to 262. The state's COVID-19 Daily Positivity Rate … [Read more...] about April 6 & 7 COVID-19 Update: More Towns in Red Case Rate Zone, CT Positivity Rate Continues to Rise, Two New Cases Over Two Days in Lyme, Old Lyme Take Cumulative Totals to 262, 1061

Lyme-Old Lyme Students Present Findings from Community Survey at Forum

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LYME/OLD LYME -- On March 29, results from the 2021 Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB)/Lyme-Old Lyme Prevention Coalition (LOLPC) Youth Survey were discussed at a Community Forum at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School. This survey was conducted in December 2021 with 662 students in 6th through 12th grade reporting on behaviors and trends related to alcohol, marijuana, vaping, other … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Students Present Findings from Community Survey at Forum

April 5 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme Keep Cumulative Case Totals at 260, 1059 for Third Day But CT Positivity Rate Increases Again

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LYME/OLD LYME -- The Daily Data Reports issued Tuesday, April 5, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) again shows no new confirmed COVID-19 cases in either Lyme or Old Lyme on March 31, leaving their respective cumulative case totals at 260 and 1059. On April 5, however, the state's COVID-19 Daily Positivity Rate increased to 4.6% from 4.26% on April 4. … [Read more...] about April 5 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme Keep Cumulative Case Totals at 260, 1059 for Third Day But CT Positivity Rate Increases Again

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Sports Roundup

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April 4: Girls' Tennis Old Lyme defeats Valley 6-1. 1st Singles: Abigail Sicuranza Vs Olivia Baldwin 6-1, 6-2 2nd Singles: Sam Tan vs Joanna Petrone 6-1, 6-1 3rd Singles: Callie Bass vs Natalie Novak 4-6, 6-7 (4) 4th Singles: Elaina Morosky vs Hannah Schwartzman 6-0, 6-0 1st Doubles: Livie Bass / Alexis Fenton vs. Ashley Cap / Clara Shea 6-1, 6-0 2nd … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Sports Roundup