To the Editor: Last week-Old Lyme lost its statesman-in-residence, Lowell Weicker, who lived on Lyme Street near the Library Lane intersection; and even before that, in a cottage on Ball Lane, which must have barely contained his 6 foot, 6 inches. I do not want to repeat his extensive list of accomplishments, which have already been noted in several tributes, but rather … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: More Thoughts on the Passing of Old Lyme’s ‘Statesman-in-Residence’
Letters
Letter to the Editor: Author of Letter Requesting Removal of Book From Old Lyme Library’s Teen/Tween Room Asks for ‘Thoughtful, Deliberate Discussion’
To the Editor: Sadly, some have been whipped into a frenzy applying phrases such as book bans, anti-LGBTQ, and even….fascist. An enlightened community should encourage thoughtful and deliberate discussion. Movies have a rating system: G, PG, PG-13, R, NC-17 (adult). No one is "banning" movies. These ratings exist to protect children and inform adults. If you … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Author of Letter Requesting Removal of Book From Old Lyme Library’s Teen/Tween Room Asks for ‘Thoughtful, Deliberate Discussion’
Letter to the Editor: Consensus Clear That Halls Rd. is an Eyesore, But How Do We Really Want it to Look?
To the Editor: I took this photo (above) of the mixed use development to the Main Street in South Portland, Maine. This could be a blueprint for Halls Road if the Halls Road Improvements Committee (HRIC) zoning changes are adopted. Halls Road is and will always be a service road not an area for residential development. Any development should be limited to service … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Consensus Clear That Halls Rd. is an Eyesore, But How Do We Really Want it to Look?
Letter to the Editor: Give Overlay District a Chance, ‘Modified HROD … a Wise Step for our Town to Take’
To the Editor: Let's give the Halls Road Overlay District the full consideration it requires. I have been living in Old Lyme since 2015 and am grateful for the thoughtful work of fellow residents stepping up to serve on our town's commissions and boards. For the Zoning and Planning Commissions, among others, the pressures facing our town are escalating, and … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Give Overlay District a Chance, ‘Modified HROD … a Wise Step for our Town to Take’
Letter to the Editor: ‘Heartsick’ Over Defeat of Halls Rd. Overlay Proposal; Need Officials, ‘Who Look at Big Picture with Creativity Instead of Negativity’
To the Editor: We were both heartsick that the proposal by the Halls Road Improvement Committee was defeated and that two members of the committee failed to vote. Our wonderful village needs both more local shops and restaurants so that we don’t have to go across the bridge to Saybrook. We would welcome a bakery and other shops. Apartments … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: ‘Heartsick’ Over Defeat of Halls Rd. Overlay Proposal; Need Officials, ‘Who Look at Big Picture with Creativity Instead of Negativity’
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme RTC Words on ‘Parental Rights’, Rev. Jungkeit are ‘Unfortunate’, ‘Somewhat Insulting’
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’
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”