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
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Death Announced of Ralph F. Eno Jr., Former First Selectman of Lyme
LYME, CT / WINTHROP, ME -- UPDATED 10/4 WITH TRIBUTE FROM TOWN OF LYME: The death has been announced of Ralph F. Eno Jr. He was born on July 25th, 1944 and passed away Sept. 29, 2023 at the age of 79. He retired as First Selectman of Lyme in July 2017 after leading the town for two decades from 1991 through 2017, separated by a five-year period between 2001 and 2006 The … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ralph F. Eno Jr., Former First Selectman of Lyme
A Letter From The Editor: An Important Update
To Our Readers: I wanted to update you on what has been happening to LymeLine for the past few days. The site experienced a major catastrophe earlier this week and ultimately, it turned out the only way to recover was to build a new site. As many of you will know, this normally takes weeks and often months but my remarkable IT Director (aka my husband) has worked round … [Read more...] about A Letter From The Editor: An Important Update
The Movie Man: My Top 10 Favorite Scary Movies
Well, it's that time of year, to which we refer -- in a cringey, cliched manner -- as "Spooky Season." Not only do the decorations come up, but we seek out that which scares us in all mediums. And so I think it's only appropriate if I share my favorite scary movies with the readers of LymeLine. I've decided to present them in a Top 10 List in the manner of David … [Read more...] about The Movie Man: My Top 10 Favorite Scary Movies
‘Homeward Collective’ Opens on Lyme Street
OLD LYME—Homeward Collective opened its doors on Lyme Street Saturday morning accompanied by a ribbon cutting with the Old Lyme (OL) Economic Development Commission (EDC) and the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen on hand. The home and gift boutique is the second location that partners Rachel Rinoski and Kate Bartlett have brought to fruition following their Madison shop. “Kate … [Read more...] about ‘Homeward Collective’ Opens on Lyme Street
Old Lyme EDC Welcomes Chocolate Shell New Owner to Lyme Street with Ribbon-Cutting, Former Longtime Owner Barbara Crowley Recognized for Service to Business Community
OLD LYME — A ribbon-cutting on Saturday morning welcomed the newest owner of The Chocolate Shell while the retiring owner was honored by the local community. Lizzy McCarthy Takes the Helm at The Chocolate Shell New owner Elizabeth “Lizzy” McCarthy is a longtime fan of The Chocolate Shell, having been a customer for 11 years and worked for former owner Barbara Crowley for … [Read more...] about Old Lyme EDC Welcomes Chocolate Shell New Owner to Lyme Street with Ribbon-Cutting, Former Longtime Owner Barbara Crowley Recognized for Service to Business Community
Old Lyme DTC, RTC Chairs Respond to Defacement of Stefanowski Signs
OLD LYME -- The signs on J. David Kelsey's property supporting Bob Stefanowski, the Republican candidate for Governor, have been defaced. We asked the respective Chairs of the Old Lyme Republican and Democratic Town Committees for their reaction to this occurrence. Randy Nelson, Chairman of the Old Lyme Republican Town Committee, responded by email saying, "I have already … [Read more...] about Old Lyme DTC, RTC Chairs Respond to Defacement of Stefanowski Signs
After Major Renovations, the ‘Mervin F. Roberts’ is Successfully Launched in Kittery Point, Maine; Group from Old Lyme Attends Ceremony
Editor's Note i): The background to the story below is that the 'Mervin F. Roberts' boat was indeed once owned by the late Mervin F. Roberts of Old Lyme. Mr. Roberts, who passed away at age 98 in Dec. 2020, was an Old Lyme Citizen of the Year, a Town Selectman, Chaplain of the Old Lyme Fire Department for 50 years and also active in the town in many other committees and … [Read more...] about After Major Renovations, the ‘Mervin F. Roberts’ is Successfully Launched in Kittery Point, Maine; Group from Old Lyme Attends Ceremony
Old Lyme Planning Commission Approves Nine-Lot, Gated Community at 16 Neck Rd. with 75 ft. Conservation Easement
OLD LYME -- At its Special Meeting & Public Hearing on Thursday evening, the Old Lyme Planning Commission approved the proposed subdivision at 16 Neck Rd. with the addition of a 75 ft. Conservation Easement proposed by the developer -- Keystone Capital Corporation -- on the Connecticut River side of the property that will be maintained in perpetuity. Members did not, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Planning Commission Approves Nine-Lot, Gated Community at 16 Neck Rd. with 75 ft. Conservation Easement
Join a Fireside Chat with NYT Best-Selling Author Luanne Rice in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- On Saturday, Oct. 29, join New York Times best-selling author Luanne Rice for a fireside chat. The event will be held in the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library’s 1898 Reading Room starting at 3 p.m. Always an engaging speaker, Rice will talk about books, art, writing, inspiration and life in Old Lyme. Tickets are $50 per person and include a delicious … [Read more...] about Join a Fireside Chat with NYT Best-Selling Author Luanne Rice in Old Lyme
Death Announced of Our Beloved Food Writer, Lee White
It is with deep sadness that we have learned that Lee White passed away at the end of last week at the age of 79. On a personal note, I am devastated on so many levels by this news. Lee has been contributing columns to LymeLine for more years than I can remember. Each one was a true original and her back stories to the recipes she shared were always informative with often a … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Our Beloved Food Writer, Lee White
Gardening Tips for September from ‘The English Lady’, a Month of ‘Peace and the Crackling Sound of Leaves’
Rain through August has been extremely sparse, that said, our gardens need rain as do our reservoirs. In the meantime, if you are planting evergreens, this month of September is the best time to plant evergreens in our zone. Evergreens planted now can begin to establish strong roots before winter and giving them adequate water is essential. I suggest making a hole in … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips for September from ‘The English Lady’, a Month of ‘Peace and the Crackling Sound of Leaves’
Death Announced of Lois Janeen Lutender; Former Co-owner of ‘The Hideaway’, Mother of Laurie Walker of Old Lyme
OLD LYME — Lois Janeen Lutender, 86, passed on September 19, 2022. She was born June 5, 1936, in Duluth, Minnesota to Freda and George Christiansen. She married her loving husband Carl Lutender on July 2, 1960, and they celebrated 55 years of marriage before his passing in 2016. Lois graduated from St. Olaf College in Minnesota in 1958, majoring in music which was a lifelong … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Lois Janeen Lutender; Former Co-owner of ‘The Hideaway’, Mother of Laurie Walker of Old Lyme
Old Lyme Town Attorneys Issue Findings on Tantummaheag Dispute, Owners Describe Report as “Filled with Factual, Legal and Historic Errors
OLD LYME -- The ongoing and protracted dispute about the Town of Old Lyme's rights and legal interest in Tantummaheag Landing took a new turn Tuesday with the release by Old Lyme Town Attorneys Suisman Shapiro of the report they had solicited from Atty. Elton B. Harvey III of the Isaac Law Offices LLC regarding the matter. This report, which was discussed Monday afternoon in … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Town Attorneys Issue Findings on Tantummaheag Dispute, Owners Describe Report as “Filled with Factual, Legal and Historic Errors
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Board Sets Nov. 8 Referendum on $57.6 Million Building Plan
OLD LYME -- At their meeting on Wednesday evening, Sept. 7, the Region 18 Board of Education voted to hold a referendum in the Towns of Lyme and Old Lyme on Tuesday, Nov. 8, on the proposed $57.6 million building plan for Mile Creek, Center, Lyme Consolidated, and Lyme-Old Lyme Middle Schools. Nov. 8 is also the national Election Day. The referendum question will be a … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Board Sets Nov. 8 Referendum on $57.6 Million Building Plan