What are they thinking? Do we deliberately misunderstand other animals? And what is the result of this “miscomprehended relationship”? Carl Safina, a professor at Stony Brook University in New York and a most curious student of other species, writes a thoroughly loquacious and engaging view of some other sentient creatures whose consciousness may well equal or exceed our … [Read more...] about Reading Uncertainly: ‘Beyond Words: What Animals Think and Feel’ by Carl Safina
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A la Carte: Chicken Tikka Masala Makes a Perfect Meal With Friends
The isolation, almost a year, actually, didn’t bother me as much as those who had to fill supermarket shelves, teach children at home or lose a job. Because I live alone, I have always pretty much eaten when I want to eat and pretty much eat what I want to eat. But I sure missed the fun of sharing food with friends. So when friends offered to come to my home and cook in my … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Chicken Tikka Masala Makes a Perfect Meal With Friends
‘Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters’ First 100 Years’ Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
IVORYTON – The extraordinary and life-affirming play Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters’ First 100 Years by Emily Mann (adapted from the book by Sarah L. Delany and A. Elizabeth Delany with Amy Hill Hearth) opened Aug. 12, at The Ivoryton Playhouse. Based on the New York Times bestselling novel, Having Our Say takes us into the trail-blazing worlds of Sadie and Bessie Delany, … [Read more...] about ‘Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters’ First 100 Years’ Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
Observing Session Explores the Wonders of Lyme’s ‘Dark Skies’
LYME -- On July 30, Lyme Land Trust held a public observing session at its dark sky site. Attendees hailed from Westbrook, Colchester, and Lyme. Observers were able to take advantage of three telescopes, a spotting scope, and binoculars. We gathered before darkness and learned what the Perseid meteor showers were all about: why we see them; why they are called Perseids; … [Read more...] about Observing Session Explores the Wonders of Lyme’s ‘Dark Skies’
CT DPH Upgrades New London County to Red “High Transmission” COVID-19 Category, Ledge Light Director Recommends Municipal Buildings Require Masks Inside
NEW LONDON – Updated 10:47am:We received an email from Ledge Light Health District Director of Health Stephen Mansfield REHS, MPH at 10:44 a.m. this morning that states the following (the italics are ours): "As you are aware, the Centers for Disease Control has now placed New London County in the “High Transmission” category of COVID-19. Ledge Light Health District concurs … [Read more...] about CT DPH Upgrades New London County to Red “High Transmission” COVID-19 Category, Ledge Light Director Recommends Municipal Buildings Require Masks Inside
Lyme Art Association Celebrates its Centennial in True ‘Twenties’ Style
OLD LYME -- On Saturday, the Lyme Art Association (LAA) celebrated 100 years (and one day!) since their gallery opened with art and awards, teas and 'The Twenties,' and much mirth and merriment all around. Some artists took their palettes to the river. Artwork was created in all sizes ... ... and colors. Some was small ... ... while others … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association Celebrates its Centennial in True ‘Twenties’ Style
The Movie Man: Ganey Highly Recommends ‘The Green Knight,’ Says it is ‘Unlike Any Other Fantasy Adaptation’
After more than a year of abstaining from movie theaters, as well as keeping up with new releases (since we were all so incredibly overwhelmed by the tumultuous year that was 2020), I was finally able to screen a new movie in the manner in which this medium was originally intended: on the big screen, sitting among strangers. I can say unequivocally that it was good to be … [Read more...] about The Movie Man: Ganey Highly Recommends ‘The Green Knight,’ Says it is ‘Unlike Any Other Fantasy Adaptation’
Ledge Light Announces Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Gales Ferry
NEW LONDON -- Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) has announced that a raccoon in the Town of Gales Ferry was tested and found to be positive for rabies on Aug. 3. On account of that finding, LLHD says, "The public should refrain from feeding or approaching any wild or stray animals" in the towns covered by their Health District. These include both Lyme and Old Lyme. In a … [Read more...] about Ledge Light Announces Raccoon Tests Positive for Rabies in Gales Ferry
Lyme RTC Announces Slate of Candidates for November Election; Cross-Endorses Mattson (D) for First Selectman
LYME -- David Lahm, chair of the Lyme Republican Town Committee (RTC) has announced that the Lyme Republicans met for a caucus on Monday, July 26, to endorse a slate of candidates for the Nov. 2, 2021 Municipal Election. The following individuals were endorsed for the positions indicated by all in attendance (I denotes the candidate is an incumbent): Selectman: David … [Read more...] about Lyme RTC Announces Slate of Candidates for November Election; Cross-Endorses Mattson (D) for First Selectman
Legal News You Can Use: Liability of Social Hosts, Dram Shops in Connecticut
When a person provides alcoholic beverages to guests in his or her home, that person may face legal consequences for an intoxicated guest’s actions. Specifically, if an intoxicated guest causes an injury to him or herself or to another person in a car accident, the social host who served the guest alcohol could be held responsible. Social host liability Social host … [Read more...] about Legal News You Can Use: Liability of Social Hosts, Dram Shops in Connecticut
Old Lyme’s Shoreline Community Center Looks to Install Solar Panels Through Innovative Fundraiser
Trinity Solar to Donate $100 to Shoreline Community Center's Planned Solar Installation for Every Homeowner, who has Appointment to Learn More About Solar OLD LYME -- When some of the board members of the Sound View Beach Association, Inc. (SVBA) recently had solar panels installed on their homes, they became aware that there were additional benefits in addition to the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Shoreline Community Center Looks to Install Solar Panels Through Innovative Fundraiser
Aug. 2 COVID-19 Update: Three New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 354, Lyme Holds at 112
LYME/OLD LYME —The Daily Data Report for Connecticut issued Monday, Aug. 2, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT-DPH) for data as at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 1, shows that Old Lyme has reported three new, confirmed COVID-19 cases. There are no new cases in Lyme. This takes Old Lyme’s cumulative total of confirmed cases to 354, while Lyme’s holds at … [Read more...] about Aug. 2 COVID-19 Update: Three New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 354, Lyme Holds at 112
A la Carte: Stone Fruit Caramel Delights the Palate in Both Summer, Winter
I have in my Kindle at least four sample books waiting for me to read. No matter the weather, I probably read four to five hours a day. But at night, in bed, I read recipes. When I find ingredients that sound really good, I tear out the page and, within a day or two, buy the ingredients and make the food. If I like the recipe, I want you to have that recipe, so I … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Stone Fruit Caramel Delights the Palate in Both Summer, Winter
Guest Column: Pandemic Surprise—Drive-Ins are Making a Comeback
Editor's Note: We are delighted to welcome back Linda Ahnert as a guest columnist today. A resident of Old Lyme, she is the former Arts Editor at the popular but now-shuttered weekly, print newspaper, the 'Main Street News.' She is also a long-time docent at the Florence Griswold Museum and has volunteered for numerous local art organizations. When I was young, one … [Read more...] about Guest Column: Pandemic Surprise—Drive-Ins are Making a Comeback
Lyme DTC Endorses Slate of 14 Candidates for November Elections; Mattson, Kiker Running for Reelection to BOS
LYME – The Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) has announced that, at a local Democratic caucus and committee meeting held July 27, a slate of 14 Democratic candidates was nominated and endorsed to run in the Nov. 2 municipal elections. Lyme First Selectman Steven Mattson and Selectman John Kiker received unanimous endorsements for reelection – as did the other 12 Lyme … [Read more...] about Lyme DTC Endorses Slate of 14 Candidates for November Elections; Mattson, Kiker Running for Reelection to BOS