Congressman Joe Courtney, Secretary of State Denise Merrill, State Representative Matthew Lesser, two potential 2018 gubernatorial candidates – Jonathan Harris and Chris Mattei – along with District 33 probate judge candidate Jeannine Lewis and Lyme First Selectman Steve Mattson were among the speakers at the Annual Lyme Democratic Committee (DTC) Picnic held this past … [Read more...] about Elected Officials, Candidates, Potential Candidates Turn Out for Annual Lyme DTC Picnic
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Essex Attorney Selected as Official Democratic Candidate for District 33 Probate Court Judge
On Thursday, July 20, delegates representing nine towns within the 33rd State Senate District, which includes the Town of Lyme, selected Jeannine Lewis, an attorney at Hudson and Kilby, as the Democratic candidate for the upcoming vacancy of District 33 probate court judge. As well as Lyme, Connecticut’s 33rd Probate Court District includes Chester, Clinton, Deep River, Essex, … [Read more...] about Essex Attorney Selected as Official Democratic Candidate for District 33 Probate Court Judge
Eno Retires, Mattson Sworn in as First Selectman of Lyme
At yesterday's Lyme Board of Selectmen's meeting, Democrat Steve Mattson was sworn in as first selectman of Lyme after the current first selectman Ralph Eno, a Republican, had read his resignation letter. Mattson will serve the remainder of Eno's term through November of this year. Eno is retiring after serving a total of more than 20 years as first selectman. Selectman … [Read more...] about Eno Retires, Mattson Sworn in as First Selectman of Lyme
Lyme DTC Recommends Jeannine Lewis as 33rd District Candidate for Probate Judge
The Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) has announced that it would be recommending Jeannine Lewis – an attorney at Hudson and Kilby – as the preferred Democratic candidate for the soon-to-be-vacant position of District 33 probate court judge. (The official Democratic candidate will be determined later this summer at a nomination convention attended by representatives from … [Read more...] about Lyme DTC Recommends Jeannine Lewis as 33rd District Candidate for Probate Judge
Lyme DTC to Interview Candidates for Probate Court Judge Tonight
In preparation for a special election to be held this November, the Lyme Democratic Town Committee has announced it will be interviewing four Democratic candidates for the soon-to-be-vacant position of probate court judge on Thursday, June 22, at 8 p.m. in the Lyme Town Hall, during the committee’s regularly scheduled monthly meeting. The public is invited to attend the … [Read more...] about Lyme DTC to Interview Candidates for Probate Court Judge Tonight
Reemsnyder, Nosal Seeking Re-election to Old Lyme’s Board of Selectmen in November
In an exclusive interview with LymeLine.com, Old Lyme First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder (D) has announced her intention to run for a fourth term in November of this year along with fellow incumbent Democratic Selectwoman MaryJo Nosal, with whom she has campaigned successfully for the past three elections. Reemsnyder told LymeLine.com that she felt she and Nosal together … [Read more...] about Reemsnyder, Nosal Seeking Re-election to Old Lyme’s Board of Selectmen in November
Sen. Formica Applauds Senate’s Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Close 2017 State Budget Shortfall
Keeps approximately $30 million in the state’s rainy day fund, Restores millions of dollars to municipalities, state parks and programs for those with intellectual disabilities Yesterday Senate Republicans and Democrats passed a bipartisan deficit mitigation plan to address the $317 million shortfall in the state budget for the current year which ends on June 30, … [Read more...] about Sen. Formica Applauds Senate’s Passage of Bipartisan Bill to Close 2017 State Budget Shortfall
Danenhower Read Announces Bid for Old Lyme First Selectwoman in November Election, Kerr to be Running Mate
Judith Danenhower Read has announced that she is running for the position of Old Lyme First Selectwoman in the upcoming November 2017 election and Chris Kerr will be joining her in a bid for the post of Old Lyme Selectman. The Old Lyme Republican Town Committee has not yet made any formal endorsements for the November elections, but Read notes that she and Kerr will be … [Read more...] about Danenhower Read Announces Bid for Old Lyme First Selectwoman in November Election, Kerr to be Running Mate
Carney Testifies in Support of Harsher Drug Dealer Penalties
Proposals Seek to Increase Penalties for the Possession and Distribution of Narcotics State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd) testified this week before the legislature’s Judiciary Committee in support of three proposals that would seek to create harsher penalties for possession and distribution of narcotics. Specifically, Senate Bill 1039 An Act Concerning Criminal Liability In … [Read more...] about Carney Testifies in Support of Harsher Drug Dealer Penalties
Local Lawmakers Urge State to Support ‘The Kate’ with Tourism Signage on Rte. 9 and I-95
Local lawmakers are urging the state legislature to help support the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center ('The Kate') by passing legislation that would allow tourism signage for the center to be placed on Rte. 9 and I-95. Sen. Paul Formica (R-20th), Sen. Art Linares (R-33rd) and Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd) submitted testimony in favor of House Bill 5574 and spoke before the … [Read more...] about Local Lawmakers Urge State to Support ‘The Kate’ with Tourism Signage on Rte. 9 and I-95
State Public Hearing on Proposed Rail Route to be Held Today in Hartford; Carney Urges Residents to Testify in Person or by E-mail
UPDATED 12:17am: (in red italics): The legislature’s Transportation Committee is hosting a public hearing today on various transportation issues, including three bills related to the Federal Rail Authority's (FRA) proposed bypass through southeastern Connecticut. The first objects to the proposal to build a new high speed railroad bypass through southeastern Connecticut. … [Read more...] about State Public Hearing on Proposed Rail Route to be Held Today in Hartford; Carney Urges Residents to Testify in Person or by E-mail
Sen. Linares Named Co-chairman of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Caucus
State Senator Art Linares (R-33) has been named Co-chairman of the General Assembly’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Caucus. The caucus advocates the interests of individuals with IDD and their families. “Mahatma Gandhi said that a society will be measured by how it has treated its most vulnerable citizens,” Sen. Linares noted. “We must leave a legacy … [Read more...] about Sen. Linares Named Co-chairman of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Caucus
Carney, Formica Hold Office Hours Today in Old Lyme
State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd) and State Senators Paul Formica (R-20th) will hold office hours in Old Lyme at the Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library, located at 2 Library Ln. in Old Lyme on Wednesday, Jan. 25, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. This session will provide constituents with an opportunity to ask questions or share their ideas and concerns about state government and the 2017 … [Read more...] about Carney, Formica Hold Office Hours Today in Old Lyme
Letter to the Editor: Sen. Art Linares Thanks Area Voters
To the Editor: Representing the people of the 33rd State Senate District at the State Capitol is an incredible honor. I consider myself so fortunate to be a voice at the State Capitol for the people of Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Lyme, Old Saybrook, Portland, and Westbrook. I will work with anyone from any … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Sen. Art Linares Thanks Area Voters
Old Lyme, Lyme Mirror State — But Not Country — on Choosing Clinton as President; Lyme Picks Needleman Over Linares, But Incumbent Still Wins
At the time of writing, it appears that, like the majority in the state -- but unlike the majority in the rest of the country -- Lyme and Old Lyme both chose Hillary Clinton to be President. Both town experienced exceptionally high voter turnouts, but although Lyme was able to finalize its results in the normal time frame, it was well past 10:15 p.m. before Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Old Lyme, Lyme Mirror State — But Not Country — on Choosing Clinton as President; Lyme Picks Needleman Over Linares, But Incumbent Still Wins