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Smiles Abound on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Opening Day

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LYME/OLD LYME–This past Tuesday, Aug. 27, was filled with hugs and smiles—and a few nervous steps and glances—as the first day of a new school year in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools unfolded. Asked how the day had gone, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser told LymeLine exclusively in a text message, "We were happy to welcome our students back to school for what looks … [Read more...] about Smiles Abound on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Opening Day

Dick Shriver of Old Lyme Receives Bud Foster Award from Connecticut River Conservancy

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OLD LYME—Among the governance and programmatic updates, brunch and boat rides, and community mingling, Connecticut River Conservancy’s (CRC) recent Annual Meeting & Riverside Celebration also honored the contributions of Dick Shriver of Old Lyme with the Bud Foster award. Every year, CRC has the distinct honor of recognizing individuals from our communities with the Bud … [Read more...] about Dick Shriver of Old Lyme Receives Bud Foster Award from Connecticut River Conservancy

Visitors Enjoyed Music, Games, Rides, Food at Hamburg Fair

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LYME, CT—The Hamburg Fair celebrated its 121st anniversary this year and visitors enjoyed music, fun-filled rides galore, great food and drink options, and no end of family-oriented activities and contests for crafts, flowers, children's art, handcrafts, home goods, fruits and vegetables.  Scenes from Saturday morning at the 2024 Hamburg Fair Photos courtesy of the Heike … [Read more...] about Visitors Enjoyed Music, Games, Rides, Food at Hamburg Fair

Lyme, Old Lyme Democrats Host Annual Summer Picnic; Sen. Blumenthal, Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz, Other Local Dignitaries, Candidates Attend

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LYME, CT—Around 70 Democrats from Lyme and Old Lyme attended an event at the Lyme Public Hall on Saturday Afternoon. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, Connecticut Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Connecticut Attorney General William Tong, State Senator Norm Needleman, and District 23 State Representative Candidate Jane Wisialowski all spoke about the upcoming election. … [Read more...] about Lyme, Old Lyme Democrats Host Annual Summer Picnic; Sen. Blumenthal, Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz, Other Local Dignitaries, Candidates Attend

Three New Exhibitions on View at Lyme Art Association Through Sept. 5

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OLD LYME—There is a treat in store for art lovers this summer as the Lyme Art Association (LAA) in Old Lyme, Conn., showcases three new exhibitions. The 103rd Elected Artists Exhibition features the work of LAA’s Elected Artists—their most accomplished artists, who serve as torchbearers of the American representational tradition. This annual exhibition highlights a wide … [Read more...] about Three New Exhibitions on View at Lyme Art Association Through Sept. 5

US Senate Republican Primary Sees Lyme, OL Pick Different Winners, AP Calls Race for Corey

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LYME/OLD LYME— Two towns, two different results. Tuesday's US Senate Republican Primary in Old Lyme ended with 78 votes for Gerry Smith and 43 for Matthew Corey, while in contrast in Lyme, Corey polled 32 votes to Smith's 14. In Old Lyme, there were 26 Early Votes and three Absentee Ballots—Lyme recorded 14 Early Votes. Turnout was remarkably low in both towns. Old … [Read more...] about US Senate Republican Primary Sees Lyme, OL Pick Different Winners, AP Calls Race for Corey

Ledge Light HD Lifts Swimming Advisory for Rogers Lake

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OLD LYME—Rogers Lake (Hains Park) in Old Lyme was posted with a swimming advisory on Tuesday, Aug. 6, and re-sampled on Wednesday, Aug. 7. Results showed that elevated bacteria levels persisted, and the beach was resampled again on Friday, Aug. 9. Results were within acceptable limits, and the advisory was lifted on on Saturday, Aug. 10. … [Read more...] about Ledge Light HD Lifts Swimming Advisory for Rogers Lake

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Graduate Liam Corrigan WINS GOLD Medal in US Men’s Four in Paris Olympics! UPDATED with NEW TEXT & PHOTOS

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PARIS, FRANCE/OLD LYME-- Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) graduate Liam Corrigan won a gold medal in the Mens' Four at the Paris Olympics in a remarkable time of 5:49:03. This was the U.S. men’s first rowing gold medal of the Olympic Games Paris 2024. The Team USA boat led from the 500-meter mark of the race held at at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium and secured the … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Graduate Liam Corrigan WINS GOLD Medal in US Men’s Four in Paris Olympics! UPDATED with NEW TEXT & PHOTOS

Old Lyme Hosts Online Survey to Find Out Where Residents Get Their Local News

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OLD LYME — The Town of Old Lyme (OL) is carrying out a survey to understand how both seasonal and year-round residents obtain their local news. The primary purpose of the survey is to understand seasonal residents' off-season newspaper access and subscriptions. The Town's current Ordinance requires posting notice of town meetings in major newspapers during the months of … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Hosts Online Survey to Find Out Where Residents Get Their Local News

Lyme-Old Lyme Troop 26 Scouts, Leaders Hike 90 Miles in 12 Days in New Mexico

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LYME/OLD LYME —Twenty-two Scouts and Scout Leaders from Lyme-Old Lyme Troop 26 recently completed 90 miles of hiking over 12 days in Northern New Mexico.  The Scouts visited Philmont Scout Ranch, a 214-sq. mile rugged mountain wilderness area.  The Ranch offered the Scouts the chance to learn leadership and outdoor skills as they backpacked to a new wilderness … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Troop 26 Scouts, Leaders Hike 90 Miles in 12 Days in New Mexico

Sunny Memories Made at Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival

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OLD LYME—Glorious sunshine greeted Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival on Saturday and the day continued under clear skies all the way through to the fabulous fireworks late in the late evening. Things kicked off with the 5K Midsummer Run organized by Lymes' Youth Service Bureau followed by the always popular Kids' Run. There were stands galore at Lyme Art Association … [Read more...] about Sunny Memories Made at Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Corrigan’s Mens’ Four Team USA Boat Wins Heat, Advances to Thursday Final in Olympics-UPDATED

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PARIS, FRANCE/OLD LYME—The U.S. men’s four, with Old Lymes’ Liam Corrigan in the stroke seat, won its heat to advance directly to Thursday’s final, at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium at the Olympic Games Paris 2024. Corrigan graduated from Lyme-Old Lyme High School in 2015 and then went on to attend Harvard University, where he was ultimately captain on the men's rowing … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Corrigan’s Mens’ Four Team USA Boat Wins Heat, Advances to Thursday Final in Olympics-UPDATED

Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center in Old Lyme Opens ‘Kelsey Family Children’s Innovation & Discovery Center’

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OLD LYME — Connecticut Audubon’s Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center (RTPEC) has announced the opening of a new children’s education center on its five-acre property in Old Lyme. Funded by private donations, The Kelsey Family Children’s Innovation & Discovery Center is located in a renovated and expanded 1,632-square-foot cottage. “The Kelsey family is fortunate to be … [Read more...] about Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center in Old Lyme Opens ‘Kelsey Family Children’s Innovation & Discovery Center’

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Corrigan Looking for Gold in US Men’s Four at Paris Olympics

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LYME/OLD LYME — Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) 2015 graduate Liam Corrigan will represent the United States at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which start on Friday. He will be a member of the US Men’s Four boat in the rowing competition. Heats 1 and 2 of the Men’s Four contest will be held respectively on Sunday, July 28, at 12:50 and 1 p.m. Central European Summer Time … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Corrigan Looking for Gold in US Men’s Four at Paris Olympics