The Police Officers Association of Connecticut has endorsed State Senator Norm Needleman for another term in the Connecticut State Senate. As the First Selectman of Essex, Sen. Needleman works directly with police and first responders in his community. As a State Senator, he has taken steps to engage with local police departments, assist them where and … [Read more...] about Police Officers Assn. of CT Endorses Norm Needleman for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
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‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District
LYME/OLD LYME/OLD SAYBROOK/ - Leading reproductive rights organizations Planned Parenthood of Connecticut and Reproductive Equity Now have both endorsed Jane Wisialowski in her campaign for 23rd District State Representative (Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Old Lyme, and Lyme). These endorsements highlight Wisialowski’s commitment to reproductive rights and … [Read more...] about ‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District
State Officials Join Amtrak CEO to Break Ground in Old Lyme for New CT River Bridge
OLD LYME – Yesterday Amtrak CEO Stephen Gardner joined U.S. Department of Transportation Deputy Secretary Polly Trottenberg, Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont (D), Senators Richard Blumenthal (D) and Chris Murphy (D), Representative Joe Courtney (D), Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto, and other state and local officials to celebrate the start of … [Read more...] about State Officials Join Amtrak CEO to Break Ground in Old Lyme for New CT River Bridge
Lyme, Old Lyme Democrats Host Annual Summer Picnic; Sen. Blumenthal, Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz, Other Local Dignitaries, Candidates Attend
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
US Senate Republican Primary Sees Lyme, OL Pick Different Winners, AP Calls Race for Corey
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
‘Witness Stones’ Installation Ceremony Held in Old Lyme for 10 Plaques Honoring Enslaved Persons in Lyme
'Juneteenth' Celebration with Jazz & Poetry Slated for June 22 OLD LYME – 'Witness Stones Old Lyme' will expand its project in 2024 to honor 10 enslaved persons, who labored in the Town of Lyme—historically known as North Lyme. Ten new Witness Stones—historical plaques commemorating the lives of enslaved African Americans—will be placed in late May at the Lyme … [Read more...] about ‘Witness Stones’ Installation Ceremony Held in Old Lyme for 10 Plaques Honoring Enslaved Persons in Lyme
Democrats Nominate Wisialowski to Challenge Five-Term Incumbent State Rep. Carney in 23rd District, Includes Lyme, Old Lyme—UPDATED
OLD SAYBROOK/OLD LYME/LYME/WESTBROOK—On Wednesday, May 15, delegates representing the 23rd House District towns of Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and part of Westbrook nominated Jane Wisialowski as the Democratic candidate for their State Representative. A resident of Old Saybrook (OS) for 25 years, Wisialowski is a member of the OS Board of Education and an OS Parks … [Read more...] about Democrats Nominate Wisialowski to Challenge Five-Term Incumbent State Rep. Carney in 23rd District, Includes Lyme, Old Lyme—UPDATED
Republicans Nominate State Rep. Devin Carney for Re-Election in 23rd District; Includes Lyme, Old Lyme
OLD SAYBROOK/OLD LYME/LYME/WESTBROOK—On Thursday, May 16, State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd) announced his unanimous endorsement from 23rd District Republicans. In a convention held at the Vicki Duffy Pavilion in Old Saybrook, Carney received the nod from delegates from the district’s four communities: Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. Rep. Carney was … [Read more...] about Republicans Nominate State Rep. Devin Carney for Re-Election in 23rd District; Includes Lyme, Old Lyme
Mastroianni Nominated by Republicans to Challenge State Sen. Martha Marx in 20th District, Includes Old Lyme
OLD LYME — Shaun Mastroianni has accepted the Republican nomination for the 20th State Senate District, which includes Old Lyme, along with Bozrah, East Lyme, New London, Salem, Waterford and parts of Montville and Old Saybrook. He will challenge incumbent State Sen. Martha Marx (D-New London), who has served one term.. In a news release, Mastroianni says, "As a parent, I … [Read more...] about Mastroianni Nominated by Republicans to Challenge State Sen. Martha Marx in 20th District, Includes Old Lyme
Biden, Trump Win Easily in Lyme, Old Lyme; Runners-up in Both Towns are Haley for Republicans, ‘Uncommitted’ for Dem’s
LYME/OLD LYME—The results in Tuesday's Presidential Preference Primaries brought no surprises in either Lyme or Old Lyme with President Joe Biden (D) and the presumptive Republican nominee Donald J. Trump (R) both winning comfortably, though by significantly different margins. Biden took 93.1% (135 votes) of the 145 Democratic votes cast in Lyme and 89.4% (254 votes) of the … [Read more...] about Biden, Trump Win Easily in Lyme, Old Lyme; Runners-up in Both Towns are Haley for Republicans, ‘Uncommitted’ for Dem’s
State Senator Martha Marx Announces Re-Election Campaign for 20th District, Includes Old Lyme
NEW LONDON, CT: State Senator Martha Marx (D-20th) has announced a re-election campaign for her seat representing the 20th District, which includes Old Lyme, as well as Bozrah, East Lyme, Montville, New London, Old Saybrook, Salem and Waterford. Marx was first elected to the General Assembly in 2022. “As a career nurse, the one issue that will always be closest to my heart … [Read more...] about State Senator Martha Marx Announces Re-Election Campaign for 20th District, Includes Old Lyme
State Rep. Carney Recognized for Advocacy on Behalf of Small Towns
HARTFORD/LYME/OLD LYME – In recognition of his work on behalf of Connecticut's small towns, State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd) has been named a recipient of the Connecticut Council of Small Towns' (COST) Town Crier Award during their 2024 Town Meeting held Thursday, Feb. 8, at the Aqua Turf in Plantsville. The award is given annually to legislators who have … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Recognized for Advocacy on Behalf of Small Towns
Republican Duigou Announces Candidacy for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
COLCHESTER/LYME — Citing the need for “fresh, family-focused ideas” in the Connecticut legislature, Colchester’s Jeff Duigou announced yesterday that he is running to be the next Connecticut Senator from the 33rd District. The 33rd District includes Lyme along with Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Portland, Westbrook and … [Read more...] about Republican Duigou Announces Candidacy for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
Op-Ed: The Democratic Promise of Small Towns vs. the ‘Escalating Erosion of Democracy in Lyme’
Two years ago, my son—a student at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools—attended a regional wrestling tournament, where he witnessed a remarkable act of ethical behavior. One of the matches featured two giants from rival high schools. Not long into their spirited contest, those colossal opponents collided in an unplanned way. They sent each other to the ground in pain. The breathless silence … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: The Democratic Promise of Small Towns vs. the ‘Escalating Erosion of Democracy in Lyme’
State Sen. Needleman Announces Run for Fourth Term Representing 33rd District, Includes Lyme
HARTFORD/ESSEX/LYME—Yesterday, State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) announced he is running for a fourth term in the State Senate. First elected in 2018, Sen. Needleman represents the 33rd Senate District, which includes the town of Lyme along with Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Old Saybrook, Portland … [Read more...] about State Sen. Needleman Announces Run for Fourth Term Representing 33rd District, Includes Lyme