OLD LYME -- Three rowers with strong Old Lyme connections have been selected for the US roster for the 2022 World Rowing Championships, which are scheduled to be held Sept. 18-25 in Račice, 25 miles north of Prague in the Czech Republic. Liam Corrigan, whose parents have now live in Lyme after spending many years in Old Lyme, has been selected for the US Men's Eight … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Rowing Program Sees Three of Its Own Selected to US Team for 2022 World Championships in Czech Republic
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Rowe Stepping Down from Top Job at Lyme Academy, Board Launches Search for Managing Director
OLD LYME -- Mora Rowe, who currently serves as the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts Executive Director, has announced her intention to step down from the position this month. Consequently, the Academy has launched a search for a Managing Director to oversee the Academy’s finances, facilities, and operations on its nine-acre campus in Old Lyme, C0nn. Rowe contributed to planning the … [Read more...] about Rowe Stepping Down from Top Job at Lyme Academy, Board Launches Search for Managing Director
CT Test Results Give Lyme-Old Lyme Schools “Highest Scores Ever” (LOL Supt. Neviaser), Placing Them in Top Tier Across Subjects, Grades
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Achieve Highest Place Rankings Across the Board in New London County, Take First Place in CT Rankings on 5th Grade English Language Arts, All Results Feature in Top 10 of State LYME-OLD LYME -- On Friday, the Connecticut State Department of Education released the results of the 2021-2022 Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC), which is the … [Read more...] about CT Test Results Give Lyme-Old Lyme Schools “Highest Scores Ever” (LOL Supt. Neviaser), Placing Them in Top Tier Across Subjects, Grades
“Another Great Year” Starts for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools (Superintendent Neviaser of LOL Schools)
LYME-OLD LYME -- The new school year kicked off yesterday for students in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools. Kindergartners in Mile Creek and Lyme Schools experienced their very first day of 'proper school.' It soon turned out that Kindergarten "rocked"! Changing classes was a great time for students to reconnect after the long summer vacation. Playgrounds were … [Read more...] about “Another Great Year” Starts for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools (Superintendent Neviaser of LOL Schools)
Gardening Tips for August from ‘The English Lady:’ “The Border Between Summer and Autumn”
August has always been one of my least favorite months in the garden, but this year plentiful spring rain has resulted in bountiful fragrance, bloom and foliage. We have a relatively short growing season here in New England and to have a healthy, colorful border is so enjoyable. Of course, by this time in the season, there are always a few gaps to fill in with annuals or … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips for August from ‘The English Lady:’ “The Border Between Summer and Autumn”
Hamburg Fair Attracts Huge Crowds, Hailed Great Success
LYME -- The Hamburg Fair returned after a two-year absence to shrieks of delight, the sounds of music, and games galore. The fair was hailed a huge success on all three days. This family-friendly event showcased many agricultural fair traditions while highlighting top local music talent and entertainment. Visitors enjoyed Milestone Midway Carnival rides and … [Read more...] about Hamburg Fair Attracts Huge Crowds, Hailed Great Success
FRA Announces $65.2 Million Grant for New CT River Bridge Between Old Lyme, Old Saybrook
Second $20M FRA Grant Supports Phase 1 (Two of Seven) of CT DOT’s Plan to Replace Power Substations Along New Haven Line HARTFORD, CT/OLD LYME – On Aug. 18, Gov. Ned Lamont and Connecticut’s Congressional delegation announced that Connecticut has been awarded two grants totaling more than $85.2 million from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for major infrastructure … [Read more...] about FRA Announces $65.2 Million Grant for New CT River Bridge Between Old Lyme, Old Saybrook
Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee Announces Endorsements for November Elections
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) has announced its endorsements for the upcoming November election for Democratic candidates for State and Federal offices. The unanimous endorsements were made at the regular monthly meeting of the Old Lyme DTC held Wednesday, Aug. 10. In a press release announcing the endorsements, the Old Lyme DTC states that … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee Announces Endorsements for November Elections
A View from My Porch: 50 Years — A Retrospective
Editor's Note: We send warmest congratulations to our longtime contributor Tom Gotowka and his wife Christina on their Golden Wedding anniversary. Christina and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary this past July 22nd, and that’s gold. In preparation for the event, I spent some time reminiscing about those years, and I am sharing some of my thoughts in this “View,” … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: 50 Years — A Retrospective
Lyme, OL Republicans Choose Klarides as Candidate for US Senate, But Levy Wins Statewide in Tuesday’s Primary
LYME/OLD LYME -- The unofficial results of the Primary elections in Lyme and Old Lyme were as detailed below. A majority of Republican voters in both Lyme and Old Lyme chose Themis Klarides over Leora Levy as their candidate for US Senate to face Democrat Richard Blumenthal in November. Statewide, however, Levy -- who received a late endorsement from former President … [Read more...] about Lyme, OL Republicans Choose Klarides as Candidate for US Senate, But Levy Wins Statewide in Tuesday’s Primary
Rochelle Davis Named Lyme Land Trust ‘Volunteer of the Year’
LYME -- Rochelle Davis, volunteer steward of the Grassy Hill Preserve, was awarded the Lyme Land Trust 'Volunteer of the Year' Award at the organization's annual meeting. During the last two years, Davis worked to improve habitat in the Grassy Hill Preserve Meadow to promote biodiversity. She has transformed a field filled with invasive plants to one populated by native … [Read more...] about Rochelle Davis Named Lyme Land Trust ‘Volunteer of the Year’
Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Comes Back With a (Joyful) Bang!
OLD LYME -- 8/1 UPDATED with more photos: Clear blue skies and warm temperatures welcomed the return of Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival yesterday, after a two-year absence due to COVID. From early in the day, Lyme Street was alive with cheerful people of all ages enjoying the activities and festivities on offer and perusing the great variety of art, craft and edible items for … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Comes Back With a (Joyful) Bang!
Death Announced of Former Principal of Old Lyme’s Mile Creek School, Ronald “Ron” Martino; Services in OL, Aug. 3
MYSTIC, CT/OLD LYME, CT -- Ronald “Ron” Martino 87, beloved husband of 62 years to Alberta Martino, passed away peacefully on July 16, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Born in New Britain, he was the only child of the late Anthony and Frances Martino. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Education from CCSC and his Master’s at the University of Hartford and his 6th year … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Former Principal of Old Lyme’s Mile Creek School, Ronald “Ron” Martino; Services in OL, Aug. 3
Old Lyme’s PGN Library Seeks to Improve Service to Community; Launches Online Survey, Responses Will Influence New Strategic Plan
OLD LYME -- The Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library in Old Lyme wants to find out how it could improve its service to the community. It has therefore devised an online survey asking questions about all aspects of its service in order to obtain feedback. A team at the library is currently working on a new Strategic Plan and will incorporate the feedback received from the community … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s PGN Library Seeks to Improve Service to Community; Launches Online Survey, Responses Will Influence New Strategic Plan
Old Lyme Residents Unanimously Approve $2.1M in ARPA Spending in Special Town Meeting
OLD LYME – At Tuesday evening’s Special Town Meeting, Old Lyme taxpayers voted unanimously to approve a final disbursement of $2,120,593 in the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The payout includes over 60 individual disbursements addressing 10 key recommendations such as supporting the economic recovery of Old Lyme’s small businesses and supporting public health … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Residents Unanimously Approve $2.1M in ARPA Spending in Special Town Meeting