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In the LymeLight: Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Athletic Director Hildie Heck Earns Top State Honor

She has expanded athletics and reinforced the district's championship status while emphasizing leadership, sportsmanship and strong relationships with student-athletes.

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Old Lyme Property Transactions, 4/6/26

Who's buying and selling in Old Lyme? Dive into the latest property records for a closer look at recent activity.

From Sunrise to Sanctuary: Various Easter Celebrations Planned Across Lyme and Old Lyme

Spanning a shoreline sunrise service to traditional worship and Easter egg hunts, churches in Lyme and Old Lyme offer many ways to celebrate Easter weekend.

Cappella Cantorum Honors America’s 250th with Spring Concert, April 26

Cappella Cantorum’s April 26 concert celebrates the nation's 250th with uniquely American musical genres and composers.

Learn About Lyme’s Rare Native Plants and How to Protect Them

Join native plant expert Jim Natale for an Earth Day presentation and follow-up walk exploring local habitats, rare plants and ways to protect Lyme’s natural heritage.

Musical Masterworks Closes 35th Season in Old Lyme with Violinist Julia Schilz, April 25 & 26

Musical Masterworks concludes the season with violinist Julia Schilz, 2025 Klein Competition winner, and acclaimed artists in chamber music.

Old Lyme Grand List Up 0.36%, Eversource and Halls Road Plaza Lead Top 10 Taxpayers

The 2025 grand list is up 0.36% over the previous year due to higher motor vehicle and personal property values. Real estate values dipped slightly.

A 257-Year Tradition Continues With the Arrival of the Chester-Hadlyme Ferry

The current vessel carries up to nine cars and as many as 49 passengers, with propellers and rudders at both ends that allow it to reverse course without turning.

Tree Cutting on Halls Road Draws Scrutiny as Plaza Prepares Upgrades

Following complaints about trees cut along Halls Road, the land use coordinator says owners must follow the 1989 landscaping plan or seek zoning approval for changes.

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UPDATED: Paving Project to Begin on Route 156 in East Haddam, Lyme and Old Lyme

Drivers are advised to expect delays and plan accordingly as crews resurface an eight-mile stretch of the state road.