We're delighted to publish today the latest newsletter written by Old Lyme's First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder. Newsletter from the First Selectwoman April 2013 Finally, the weather seems to be warming up! Our lawns are getting greener – and longer! Flowers are blooming and I see many more people getting out for walks, bike rides and jogs! Oh, how good it is to have a … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Latest Newsletter From The First Selectwoman
Politics
Senator Linares Lunches with Seniors, Discusses His “No” Vote on Gun Control
Senator Linares extends a greeting at lunch for seniors in Old Saybrook State Senator Art Linares joined a well-attended lunch on Thursday, April 25, at the Estuary Council of Seniors at 200 Main Street in Old Saybrook. The Senator, whose district includes Lyme, Chester, Deep River, Essex, Westbrook and parts of Old Saybrook, as well as six other Connecticut towns, did … [Read more...] about Senator Linares Lunches with Seniors, Discusses His “No” Vote on Gun Control
Letter: Linares’s Vote Against Gun Control, Contrary to Majority of Constituent’s Wishes, Requires Explanation
To The Editor: I write to thank LymeLine, ValleyNewsNow and OldSaybrookNow for their coverage of Senator Linares’s recent vote against the gun control law enacted by the Connecticut Legislature with broad bipartisan support following the Newtown massacre. Mr. Linares’s constituents have a right to know the reasons for his opposition, given the undeniable support in his … [Read more...] about Letter: Linares’s Vote Against Gun Control, Contrary to Majority of Constituent’s Wishes, Requires Explanation
Senate Republican Staff Attorney Prepares Summary of Provisions of New Gun Law
A summary of the provisions of Connecticut’s new “Gun Violence Prevention and Children’s Safety” law has been prepared by Mike Cronin, Esq., a Staff Attorney of the Senate Republicans. The summary, dated April 5, 2013, is available on the Connecticut Senate Republican’s website. Using a question and answer format, the summary is a guide as how to obey the new gun control … [Read more...] about Senate Republican Staff Attorney Prepares Summary of Provisions of New Gun Law
Linares Votes “No” on New CT Gun Legislation, Says Issues of School Security, Mental Health Not Addressed
State Senator Art Linares (R-33rd) whose District includes Lyme, voted against the recently enacted, new Connecticut state law, entitled, “An Act Concerning Gun Violence Prevention and Children’s Safety.” Connecticut Governor Daniel Malloy signed the bill into law on April 4. In explaining his “no” vote the Senator said in a written statement, “Having witnessed the emotional … [Read more...] about Linares Votes “No” on New CT Gun Legislation, Says Issues of School Security, Mental Health Not Addressed
Gun Laws Approved, Giuliano Votes No, Says Mental Health is the Issue
The Connecticut General Assembly approved an emergency certified bill early Thursday morning (April 4) that makes sweeping changes to Connecticut’s gun laws in response to the Sandy Hook Elementary school tragedy. “This legislation represents a missed opportunity,” said Giuliano, who works as a professional school psychologist and voted against the bill. “If the intent is … [Read more...] about Gun Laws Approved, Giuliano Votes No, Says Mental Health is the Issue
Lyme Democratic Town Committee Endorses Aid-in-Dying Bill
The Lyme Democratic Town Committee has voted unanimously to support to the State Legislature’s Raised Bill #6645, which would permit doctors to prescribe medication that would be self-administered by terminally ill patients who wish to end their lives under specific circumstances. The bill requires certification by two physicians that the patient’s life expectancy is six … [Read more...] about Lyme Democratic Town Committee Endorses Aid-in-Dying Bill
Reemsnyder to Run for Re-election in November
Old Lyme First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder has announced her intention to run again later this year for the seat, which she won on the fourth attempt in November 2010, defeating then incumbent Timothy Griswold, who had held the position for 14 years. Reemsnyder revealed her intention in an exclusive interview with LymeLine's editor Olwen Logan during the recording of the … [Read more...] about Reemsnyder to Run for Re-election in November
Kelsey Elected Chairman of Old Lyme Republicans, Replaces Bysko
At its February monthly meeting, the Republican Town Committee (RTC) unanimously voted John David Kelsey to be its new chairman to succeed John Bysko, who is stepping down. Kelsey is active in various capacities in town serving as an Alternate on the Old Lyme Board of Finance since 2010, a member of the Sound View Beach Committee, a member of the Region 18 Board of … [Read more...] about Kelsey Elected Chairman of Old Lyme Republicans, Replaces Bysko
State Senator Art Linares Begins Work at State Capitol
Sen. Art Linares takes the oath of office on the first day of the 2013 session of the Connecticut General Assembly. The 24 year old Westbrook resident represents the 33rd Senate District, which encompasses Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Lyme, Old Saybrook, Portland, and Westbrook. Linares has been named Ranking Member of the … [Read more...] about State Senator Art Linares Begins Work at State Capitol
33rd District Republican State Senator Art Linares Jr. Assigned to Four Legislative Committees
Republican State Senator Art Linares Jr. has been assigned to the Legislature’s Banking, Commerce, and Education committees, along with the Select Committee on Children, as he prepares to take office representing the 33rd Senate District when the 2013 legislative session opens Wednesday. Linares, a 24-year old Westbrook resident, was elected in November to the 33rd District … [Read more...] about 33rd District Republican State Senator Art Linares Jr. Assigned to Four Legislative Committees
Reemsnyder Makes History in Old Lyme as First Woman to Lead Town
There was standing room only in the Meeting Room of the Old Lyme Town Hall yesterday afternoon to witness history being made as the town's first female First Selectman-Elect, Bonnie Reemsnyder (D), was sworn into office. Reemsnyder along with her running mate, Selectman-Elect Mary Jo Nosal, and incumbent selectman Arthur "Skip" Sibley (R) took their oath of service from Old … [Read more...] about Reemsnyder Makes History in Old Lyme as First Woman to Lead Town
End of an Era: Reemsnyder Wins, Griswold Loses Spot on Board
In a major shift of power in Old Lyme, Democrat Bonnie Reemsnyder was elected First Selectman today by a 234 vote majority ending Timothy Griswold's 14-year tenure on the position. Reemsnyder polled 1,412 votes to Griswold’s 1,178 while her running mate, Mary Jo Nosal received 1,336 votes. Republican Arthur "Skip" Sibley, who drew more votes than Griswold with 1,224, joins … [Read more...] about End of an Era: Reemsnyder Wins, Griswold Loses Spot on Board