To the Editor: I have lived in Old Lyme for almost 50 years and raised my family here. People love Old Lyme because it is a beautiful, peaceful and non-commercial community. Old Lyme has intentionally sought to keep our community distanced from unnecessary development. Our Main Street is a beautiful example of that. Old Lyme would not let a McDonalds be located here, and … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: 50-Year Resident of Old Lyme Says Town Does Not Need Another Gas Station/Convenience Store
Letters
Letter to the Editor: Turnout for LOL School Budget May Have Been Low, But Canceling In-Person Voting is Start of ‘Slippery Slope’
To the Editor: We applaud the overwhelming support for the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools proposed 2021-22 budget at the May 4th referendum. Unfortunately, turnout was only about 5 percent. We realize that there was some expectation of both approval and low turnout; and, as such, at least one elected official recommended that the in-person vote be canceled, and just allow the BOE to … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Turnout for LOL School Budget May Have Been Low, But Canceling In-Person Voting is Start of ‘Slippery Slope’
Letter to the Editor: Resolution on Racism Does Not Say Old Lyme is Racist; Approval Will Enable Town to Focus on Process, Not Apportion Blame
To the Editor: Although I am the current chair of the Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee, I write today regarding the Resolution on Racism as a Public Health Crisis as a resident. The resolution reflects the growing body of academic work that confirms that centuries of racism in the US has had a profound and negative impact on communities of color. COVID-19 and police … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Resolution on Racism Does Not Say Old Lyme is Racist; Approval Will Enable Town to Focus on Process, Not Apportion Blame
Letter to the Editor: Region#18 BOE Seeks Community’s Help in Finding Ways to Thank Lyme-Old Lyme Staff for Remarkable Efforts in Extraordinary Year
To the Editor: An Open Letter to the Lyme-Old Lyme Community The sights and sounds of springtime are in the air and with those come thoughts of the end of the school year and the beginning of summer. As we look toward the end of this historic year, the Region #18 Board of Education asks your assistance in thanking our school staff for everything they have done this school … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Region#18 BOE Seeks Community’s Help in Finding Ways to Thank Lyme-Old Lyme Staff for Remarkable Efforts in Extraordinary Year
Letter to the Editor: Proposed Gas Station/Convenience Market on Halls Rd. Raises Many Concerns
To the Editor: Re: Proposed Service Station Complex on Halls Rd. We recently learned that Big Y Foods, Inc. is planning to develop the open parcel of land that lies between Treasures and the Essex Savings Bank on Halls Road into a large gas station and convenience market complex. The open parcel, which is owned by the bank, is contiguous with another bank-owned parcel that … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Proposed Gas Station/Convenience Market on Halls Rd. Raises Many Concerns
Letter to the Editor: Make Increased Voter Access Permanent in Connecticut
To the Editor: I am old enough to remember when voting was considered to be a patriotic duty. Voting by mail in Connecticut will not continue unless we make it so. Among the many lessons of the COVID pandemic, we have learned that the State of Connecticut is one of only 6 states in the country with no access to either early in-person voting days or to “no excuse” … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Make Increased Voter Access Permanent in Connecticut
Letter to the Editor: Patience, Kindness of Old Lyme Postmaster, All OL Postal Workers Much Appreciated
To the Editor: “Only Kindness Matters” a popular song by Jewel, is the modus operandi of Jim Swimmer, our Postmaster of the Old Lyme Post Office. Over the years, I have witnessed his patient, kind, and personal attention as a problem solver, or just as a helpful Human Being. December was a burdensome month for all forms of delivery due to the pandemic. There were often … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Patience, Kindness of Old Lyme Postmaster, All OL Postal Workers Much Appreciated
Letter to the Editor: Less Than Two Weeks for This President, But Now New Concerns
To the Editor: The least of our worries is not whether the outgoing president pardons unrepentant criminals, or to whom he awards the Presidential Medal of Freedom. Rather, consider the following: in the final days of Nixon’s presidency, Defense Secretary James Schlesinger had issued a set of orders that, if the president gave any military strike orders, or, God forbid, a … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Less Than Two Weeks for This President, But Now New Concerns
Letter to the Editor: First Congregational Church Leaders Denounce ‘Unholy Alliance of Religion, White Supremacy, and Far Right’
To the Editor: And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, (the wise ones) left for their own country by another road. -- Matthew 2:12 It was for many of us a sleepless night. Though the President and his supporters have been broadcasting their intentions for weeks now (years actually), the events on Capitol Hill and the Washington Mall on Wednesday were … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: First Congregational Church Leaders Denounce ‘Unholy Alliance of Religion, White Supremacy, and Far Right’
Letter to the Editor: Hold Accountable Everyone Who Played Any Role in DC Disruption, Jan. 6; Elect Courageous Lawmakers at All Levels to Heal the Divide
To the Editor: Reflections on 01/06/21 On a day in which our elected lawmakers were carrying out their Constitutional roles, violent rioters, rather than peaceful protesters, illegally entered the U.S. Capitol and disrupted and obstructed our government. Tragically, people died during this riot. Those responsible, those who instigated it, and those who played any role in … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Hold Accountable Everyone Who Played Any Role in DC Disruption, Jan. 6; Elect Courageous Lawmakers at All Levels to Heal the Divide
Letter to the Editor: LymeLine Should Focus on Positive, Local News Stories
To the Editor: While the LymeLine header states “Community News for Lyme and Old Lyme”, it seems like the passion for national politics hasn’t diminished following the election. I suggest we take a break from including these critiques/opinions in your publication. There are plenty of media outlets to share views about how evil republicans are. I enjoy the local LymeLine … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: LymeLine Should Focus on Positive, Local News Stories
Letter to the Editor: A Thanksgiving COVID Retrospective — Running to Daylight
To the Editor: Paraphrasing Thomas Paine, “These were the times that tried our souls.” Looking back, the first COVID-19 case in the United States was diagnosed in Washington State, just seven weeks after last Thanksgiving [2019]; the patient had recently returned home from Wuhan, China. Yesterday [Nov. 25], that state’s total cases exceeded 158,000, confirmed; with over … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: A Thanksgiving COVID Retrospective — Running to Daylight
Letter to the Editor: A Note of Thanks From Organizers of Christ The King’s Food Drive
To the Editor: Thank you everyone for contributing to the success of the Christ the King Food Drive. We surpassed our goal of collecting 1,000 pounds of food with a total intake of more than 1,500 pounds. In addition, our generous supporters donated close to $700 of gift cards and cash. Thank you to the Christ the King Men’s Club members, confirmation candidates and all … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: A Note of Thanks From Organizers of Christ The King’s Food Drive
Letter to the Editor: Rubino Will Bring Unique Background, Fresh Perspective to State Rep. Role
Editor's Note: We received this letter on Oct. 27, but, due to an oversight on our part, failed to publish it. Ms. Dimon contacted us to highlight that we had omitted her letter when we published all the letters we had received by our publication deadline. We apologize sincerely for the unintentional omission of Ms. Dimon's letter and are publishing it now to compensate for our … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Rubino Will Bring Unique Background, Fresh Perspective to State Rep. Role
Letter to the Editor: Carney Focused on State, Local Policies, A Strong Advocate for our Communities
To the Editor: Let's be clear about one thing, the race for the 23rd District is about Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. Devin Carney is focused on state and local policies and has been a strong advocate for our communities. Reading his campaign literature and in speaking with Devin, I know this will continue. Not long ago I can remember Devin working alongside … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Carney Focused on State, Local Policies, A Strong Advocate for our Communities