To the Editor: Despite the already robust conversation on the topic, I still feel compelled to provide my bit of input on the recent letters by Mses. Thompson and Schmaus, which detailed their concerns that the Old Lyme RTC [Republican Town Committee] appears to be endorsing a “DeSantis style” of parental rights in our schools “as part of their platform and criteria for … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme RTC Words on ‘Parental Rights’, Rev. Jungkeit are ‘Unfortunate’, ‘Somewhat Insulting’
Letters
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme RTC Seems to be Using Same Rhetoric as DeSantis, Extreme Republicans
To the Editor: I received the Republican Town Committee’s (RTC) letter sent in mid-March and was immediately alarmed by rhetoric outlining their platform for the upcoming municipal election. Then I saw Mr. Nixon’s letter published in the CT Examiner on March 31st in response to a sermon delivered at the First Congregational Church. First, Mr. Nixon’s letter sounded like … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme RTC Seems to be Using Same Rhetoric as DeSantis, Extreme Republicans
Letter to the Editor: “Greatly Troubling” That Old Lyme RTC Has Endorsed ‘Parental Rights’ Agenda for LOL Schools, Something to Remember When Voting in November
To the Editor: In March I received the Old Lyme Republican Town Committee’s (RTC) “request for support” letter. I am an unaffiliated voter, and as such I appreciate understanding what the local political parties are offering in terms of policy. At first, the letter seemed innocuous, opening by noting that among the key values and priorities they would support is … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: “Greatly Troubling” That Old Lyme RTC Has Endorsed ‘Parental Rights’ Agenda for LOL Schools, Something to Remember When Voting in November
Letter to the Editor: Negative Outcome of Old Lyme Zoning Commission’s Vote on Halls Rd. Overlay District Raises Many Questions
To the Editor: I am writing as a follow-up to Mark Terwilliger’s Op Ed in LymeLine on the Zoning Commission’s vote against the Halls Road Overlay District proposal. Elizabeth Regan, who covers Old Lyme for the “New London Day”, also reviewed the action in an article published in that newspaper on March 29th. Because the proposal had not been endorsed by our … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Negative Outcome of Old Lyme Zoning Commission’s Vote on Halls Rd. Overlay District Raises Many Questions
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme BOF to Consider $28K Budget Request for Weapons for OL Police, No Justification for Purchase Discussed
To The Editor: The Old Lyme Board of Finance is expected to vote this Tuesday, March 28, on the Town's capital budget, and money requested by the Town Police for weapons and ammunition. Initially budgeted for $32,500, this was modified by First Selectman Tim Griswold to $28,500. The Old Lyme [OL] Board of Selectmen [BOS] has never taken a vote on approving or recommending … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme BOF to Consider $28K Budget Request for Weapons for OL Police, No Justification for Purchase Discussed
Letter to the Editor: Region 18 BOE Chair Says Board Understands Residents’ Concern, Frustration Over Lyme-Old Lyme MS Oil Spill; Details Chronology, Remediation Process (UPDATED)
Editor's Note: The statement below has been updated minimally by the author regarding information on PAH's and a comment about Kropp Environmental. To the Editor: With the ongoing desire to provide transparency and accountability of the Board of Education and due to conversations with citizens both officially and unofficially, I submit this accounting of both the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Region 18 BOE Chair Says Board Understands Residents’ Concern, Frustration Over Lyme-Old Lyme MS Oil Spill; Details Chronology, Remediation Process (UPDATED)
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Selectman Says Abutters Should Have Been Notified Earlier of LOL Middle School Oil Spill, Assures Impacted Residents Their Safety is BOS Prime Concern
To the Editor: Due to the growing concern around the oil spill at the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School, it is important to clarify any misconceptions. The First Selectman and I were made aware of the oil spill during a Community Leaders meeting in September 2022. We were informed that the spill was under control and the School District/BOE were working in conjunction … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Selectman Says Abutters Should Have Been Notified Earlier of LOL Middle School Oil Spill, Assures Impacted Residents Their Safety is BOS Prime Concern
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Zoning Must Reject Proposed Arts Overlay District, Approval Will Permit Commerce on Academy’s Site in Perpetuity
To the Editor: Much has been made of the required changes to the Old Lyme Zoning Regulations to accommodate a new Arts Overlay District to the sole benefit the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts. I find it difficult to understand how an institution, much beloved in the community, has failed financially twice in the last decade. The Town has assisted in many ways … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Zoning Must Reject Proposed Arts Overlay District, Approval Will Permit Commerce on Academy’s Site in Perpetuity
Letter to the Editor: Support the Academy, Approve the New Overlay Zone, Reject the Hysteria
To the Editor: Regarding the application by Lyme Art Academy for a new planning overlay zone, the loss will come if the art academy is not allowed to make the necessary changes now before the zoning commission. If these changes are not granted and the academy is forced not to exist, then the character of the town will change. This change will result when the property is … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Support the Academy, Approve the New Overlay Zone, Reject the Hysteria
Letter to the Editor: Local Students Support Carney for Re-election, “Best Candidate for Our Future”
To the Editor: As graduates of public schools in the 23rd, we always felt we received a quality education that prepared us for the next steps in our lives. We all decided to continue our education and look forward to entering the job market and the ‘real world’ soon. For many college students, the world seems like a scary place right now. Inflation, international wars, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Local Students Support Carney for Re-election, “Best Candidate for Our Future”
Letter to the Editor: State Rep. Carney Deserves Re-election; Proven Fiscal Conservative, Understands 23rd District Communities, Supports Schools & Scouts
To the Editor: As a physician, mother, Region 18 Board of Education member, and Lyme resident for more than 20 years, I am proud to give my support to State Rep Devin Carney. Over the past four terms Devin has served his constituents well and I am fully confident that he will continue to be a strong voice for us in Hartford. With energy rates due to skyrocket, an unstable … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: State Rep. Carney Deserves Re-election; Proven Fiscal Conservative, Understands 23rd District Communities, Supports Schools & Scouts
Letter to the Editor: Local Town Leaders Endorse Carney for State Rep., Citing His Institutional Knowledge, Trustworthiness & Consistent Support for 23rd District
To the Editor As small-town leaders, we depend on our legislature to help us do our jobs. State laws frequently impact our town governments and how we are able to conduct business within our borders. Our towns deserve a champion and, for the past 8 years, that champion has been Devin Carney. Devin Carney has consistently fought for small towns his entire legislative … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Local Town Leaders Endorse Carney for State Rep., Citing His Institutional Knowledge, Trustworthiness & Consistent Support for 23rd District
Letter to the Editor: Five Working Mothers Endorse State Rep. Carney for Re-election
To the Editor: As working mothers, we believe there is no question that our State Representative, Devin Carney, deserves re-election. He fights for the things we care about – including our economy, public safety, our local public education, and support for small businesses. These issues are vital to the future success of Connecticut and Lyme & Old Lyme. Without a … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Five Working Mothers Endorse State Rep. Carney for Re-election
Letter to the Editor: Vote No on $57.6M School Building Referendum, Our Children Deserve Better
To the Editor: Our children deserve better, and quite frankly, so do we. The Region 18 Board of Education (BOE) has voted to put forth a $57.55 million referendum, of which over $52 million will be used to address heating and cooling issues in four schools. The BOE “information” mailer neglected to mention the price tag and misleads residents into thinking most of the money … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote No on $57.6M School Building Referendum, Our Children Deserve Better
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