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Lyme-Old Lyme Teacher Brett Eckhart Goes From Classroom to Stage With ’90s Alt-Rock Reunion

Long before Brett Eckhart was a favorite teacher at Lyme-Old Lyme High School, he was the frontman for Radiotricity. More than 30 years later, the band is back together for a reunion show.

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What’s open, closed on Labor Day 2026

This CT Mirror roundup reveals what’s open and closed on the holiday. And don’t forget: Lyme and Old Lyme town halls and transfer stations will be among Monday's closures.

‘Ladies Who Stitch’ Bring Jeans & Sweaters Sale to Old Lyme

A companion to the White Elephant Sale, this event features women’s jeans and wool sweaters to benefit the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme's humanitarian work.

The Fungus Among Us: Hikers Uncover Science of Mushrooms at Champlain South in Old Lyme

Wildlife biologist Kris Vagos led 20 hikers on the trek as she shared the story behind spores, false gills and what makes some mushrooms purple.

Paddle Into Sunset with Old Lyme Land Trust as Tree Swallows Gather Over Goose Island

Experienced kayakers are invited to a sundown paddle Sept. 20 to witness a spectacular tree swallow murmuration.

Old Lyme Property Transactions, 9/1/26

Sale prices over the past several weeks ranged from $670,000 to $1.05 million.

Christ the King Church in Old Lyme Accepting Donations Through Sept. 12 for Annual Rummage Sale

The King’s Rummage Sale is set for Sept. 19-20. Find out what items are needed and where to drop them off.

The front of the Lyme Public Hall surrounded by green trees and bushes.
Two Lyme Tag Sales Set for Sept. 12, Donations Still Needed

The Lyme Public Hall and Lyme Grange are collecting donations for their annual tag sale to support local programs and historic buildings.

Governor Lamont Announces $8 Million in Federal and State Funding To Replace the Historic Chester-Hadlyme Ferry Vessel

Gov. Ned Lamont announced funding to replace the historic Chester-Hadlyme Ferry vessel, according to a press release from the governor’s office.

Rain Can’t Stop the 123rd Hamburg Fair

Since 1897, the Hamburg Fair has given visitors a chance to make new friends and reconnect with old ones. This year was no exception.