OLD LYME, CT. -- With the deepest sorrow, we announce that our beloved son, brother, family member, friend and bright spirit, Tyler Paul Carnese died suddenly in the early morning hours of Sunday, October 18, 2020 while at Yale New Haven Hospital from an extremely aggressive and undiagnosed form of leukemia with family by his side. Tyler was born on March 22, 1994 in New … [Read more...] about Death of Tyler Carnese of Old Lyme, 26, Announced; Son of Atty. Greg Carnese of Old Lyme and Atty. Dawn Hellier
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A View From My Porch: Make America Safe Again, A Primer on Herd Immunity
A lot of people recently started saying, “Herd immunity.” So, to get up to speed, I reviewed some of my old textbooks and learned (again) that “herd immunity” occurs when a substantial portion of the population (i.e., the “herd”) has, at least in our contemporary medical era, been vaccinated (e.g., MMR.) This eventually provides protection for vulnerable individuals … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: Make America Safe Again, A Primer on Herd Immunity
Essex Steam Train Issues Cautionary Reminder on Safety at Railroad Crossings
ESSEX -- The Essex Steam Train and Riverboat has issued a reminder to friends and neighbors in the Lower Connecticut River Valley that train frequency will be increasing during October through December on their tracks in Essex, Deep River, Chester, and Haddam. In particular, daytime train activity will be increasing on tracks between Chester and Goodspeed Station in … [Read more...] about Essex Steam Train Issues Cautionary Reminder on Safety at Railroad Crossings
The Movie Man: ‘Tis the Season for Scary Movies, ‘The Changeling’ is an Oft-Overlooked Classic
If I were to inquire among the public what they consider to be one of the scariest films ever made, I would hear countless familiar titles: The Exorcist, Alien, Jaws, The Shining, The Silence of the Lambs … each one terrifying in its own manner. But there is one horror film that will linger in the viewer’s mind well after completing it, and it lacks a reputation akin to the … [Read more...] about The Movie Man: ‘Tis the Season for Scary Movies, ‘The Changeling’ is an Oft-Overlooked Classic
Reading Uncertainly? ‘Thieves of State: Why Corruption Threatens Global Security’ by Sarah Chayes
What happens when you see blatant corruption first-hand? Is this the world we now inhabit? Sarah Chayes, a former NPR correspondent, entrepreneur and foreign policy specialist, now with the Carnegie Foundation, has seen it all and has fought it, not always successfully. She describes her personal experiences in Afghanistan, Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Uzbekistan and … [Read more...] about Reading Uncertainly? ‘Thieves of State: Why Corruption Threatens Global Security’ by Sarah Chayes
COVID Cases Increase in Both Lyme, Old Lyme; OL Adds Three, Total Now 32 Cases; Total in Lyme Now 10
OLD LYME/LYME -- On Friday afternoon, Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) reported three new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Old Lyme and one in Lyme in their COVID-19 summary for the week ending Oct. 16. These latest cases in Old Lyme are a 61-year-old male, a 35-year-old male, and a 38-year-old female. The case in Lyme is a male for whom no age is available. This takes … [Read more...] about COVID Cases Increase in Both Lyme, Old Lyme; OL Adds Three, Total Now 32 Cases; Total in Lyme Now 10
Recording of Thursday’s Carney/Rubino Debate Now Available
LYME/OLD LYME -- A lively debate between 23rd Congressional District candidates, incumbent State Representative Devin Carney (R) and challenger David Rubino (D), was held yesterday. The League of Women Voters (LWV) moderated the debate and the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut hosted the event live on their Facebook page. Questions were determined by the LWV and … [Read more...] about Recording of Thursday’s Carney/Rubino Debate Now Available
Lyme Art Association Presents Evocative ‘Land and Sea’ Show Through Nov. 19
OLD LYME -- This fall the Lyme Art Association (LAA) presents Land and Sea, an exhibit of outdoor scenes; landscapes, seascapes, cityscapes and backyard-scapes. Art of varied media and styles, all from LAA member artists, will be presented in the historic, sky-lit galleries through Nov. 19. “We are grateful for the great outdoors right where we are,” said Executive Director … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association Presents Evocative ‘Land and Sea’ Show Through Nov. 19
Both Old Lyme Soccer Teams Crush North Branford Opponents; Girls Win 7-0, Boys 6-0
LYME/OLD LYME -- In a remarkable display of strength and skill, both Old Lyme soccer teams came away with convincing victories over their North Branford counterparts Wednesday afternoon. Playing at home, the Old Lyme girls won 7-0 while the boys, playing away, handed a 6-0 defeat to the Thunderbirds. First half goals in the girl's game were scored by Mackenize Machnik … [Read more...] about Both Old Lyme Soccer Teams Crush North Branford Opponents; Girls Win 7-0, Boys 6-0
Letter to the Editor: Vote Rubino to Gain a Knowledgeable, Effective State Rep., Stop Trump’s Party Strengthening in CT
To the Editor: The Hartford Courant recently reported, “As the Republican National Committee recruits a volunteer army to monitor voting machines, check voter IDs and possibly issue challenges in battleground states, the Connecticut GOP is actively growing its own Election Day operation. . . Connecticut Republican Party chairman J.R. Romano wrote in an email to party … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Rubino to Gain a Knowledgeable, Effective State Rep., Stop Trump’s Party Strengthening in CT
Death of Peter F. Mletschnig of Old Lyme Announced; Owner/Operator of Shore & Country Real Estate for 50+ Years, Army Colonel
OLD LYME – Peter Frederick Mletschnig, 79, of Old Lyme passed away Oct. 4 at home surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 20, 1941, in Springfield, Mass., son of the late Frederick and Dorothy Mletschnig. He was the beloved husband of Joyce (Prior) Mletschnig. Peter grew up at Hawk’s Nest Beach in Old Lyme. After graduating from … [Read more...] about Death of Peter F. Mletschnig of Old Lyme Announced; Owner/Operator of Shore & Country Real Estate for 50+ Years, Army Colonel
The Movie Man: Sandler Has Done It Again in ‘Hubie Halloween’
Adam Sandler has done it again. No, he didn’t bring in a stunning performance to follow up Uncut Gems, but rather he has brought us another stupid movie that we can love: Hubie Halloween. Ever since his movie career began in the 90s, Sandler has brought us countless flicks that have ridiculous premises, but lovable characters, who deliver humor that can be described as … [Read more...] about The Movie Man: Sandler Has Done It Again in ‘Hubie Halloween’
Wildcat Sports Notes: Welch Scores All Four Goals in Old Lyme’s Victory Over OS, Girls Continue Unbeaten Run With Win Over Portland
LYME/OLD LYME -- Boy's Soccer: In a remarkable performance, senior captain Avery Welch scored all four goals in Old Lyme's crushing 4-1 victory over Old Saybrook, Thursday, Oct. 8. Assists for the goals came from Mike Milazzo, Angus Tresnan and Anders Silberberg. Jonah Lathrop was in goal for the Wildcats and made seven saves. Nick Rothman scored Old Saybrook's lone goal … [Read more...] about Wildcat Sports Notes: Welch Scores All Four Goals in Old Lyme’s Victory Over OS, Girls Continue Unbeaten Run With Win Over Portland
New COVID-19 Case Confirmed in Old Lyme Taking Total to 29 Including Two Fatalities; Lyme Still at 9 cases
OLD LYME/LYME -- This afternoon Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) has reported another confirmed case of COVID-19 in Old Lyme in their COVID-19 summary for the week ending Oct. 9. This latest case is a 25-year-old female. This takes the total number of cases in Old Lyme to 29 including two fatalities. The number of surviving cases in Old Lyme now comprises 14 males and 15 … [Read more...] about New COVID-19 Case Confirmed in Old Lyme Taking Total to 29 Including Two Fatalities; Lyme Still at 9 cases
A View from My Porch: Great Leaders, Great Speeches; The Finale: Collapse of the Soviet Union.
Editor’s Note: This the sixth and final part of Thomas Gotowka’s series titled “Great Leaders and Great Speeches.’ The previous four parts can be found at these links: A View from My Porch: Great Leaders and Great Speeches, Part 1: Washington’s Farewell through Theodore Roosevelt A View from My Porch: Great Leaders and Great Speeches, Part 2: Nazi Aggression through “A Rain … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: Great Leaders, Great Speeches; The Finale: Collapse of the Soviet Union.