HARTFORD – (from a press release issued by Gov. Lamont's office) CVS opened 13 new COVID-19 test sites Friday at select CVS Pharmacy drive-thru locations in Connecticut. One of the test sites is in East Lyme at the CVS Pharmacy at 15 Chesterfield Road. These test sites come in addition to the 12 locations the company previously opened in the state on May 15, making a total of … [Read more...] about CVS Opens 13 Additional COVID-19 Drive-Thru Test Sites Across CT, Includes One in East Lyme
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Brendan Saunders Endorsed by Republicans to Run Against Incumbent Needleman in November
LYME/AREAWIDE -- At their district convention held Monday, May 18, Republicans confirmed first-time Senate candidate Brendan Saunders will challenge incumbent Democratic Senator Norm Needleman for the 33rd State Senate seat in November. The 33rd Senate District includes Lyme. In his acceptance speech, Saunders said, “Ronald Reagan once said, ‘the greatness of our nation lies … [Read more...] about Brendan Saunders Endorsed by Republicans to Run Against Incumbent Needleman in November
MCCD Helps ‘Subway’ in Old Lyme Adapt to Pandemic Restrictions, Reminds Community It Can Assist Others Too
OLD LYME -- Store owner Debby Hans has run the Halls Rd. Subway shop for more than five years and enjoyed the company of Lyme and Old Lyme community members when they would stop for a bite to eat. Hans was hit hard, however, when restaurants in Connecticut were forced to stop indoor dining due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “I remember watching the day that the sales first … [Read more...] about MCCD Helps ‘Subway’ in Old Lyme Adapt to Pandemic Restrictions, Reminds Community It Can Assist Others Too
Letter to the Editor: Is Cancellation of Lyme’s ‘Hamburg Fair’ Perhaps Premature? More Planning, Less Politics, ‘a Dose of Courage’ are Needed
Updated with new comment May 17: To the Editor: I can understand cancelling a major commercial event 100 days out. Vendor contracts, insurance, etc. are complicated expensive things requiring major financial commitments months in advance. The Hamburg Fair is 100+ days away, is this really the time to cancel an event that is managed by able and fabulous local … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Is Cancellation of Lyme’s ‘Hamburg Fair’ Perhaps Premature? More Planning, Less Politics, ‘a Dose of Courage’ are Needed
For Connecticut shoreline towns, figuring out a summertime beach policy during social distancing means plenty of hard decisions (from HartfordCourant.com)
In a video taken at Groton’s Eastern Point Beach last weekend, Mayor Keith Hedrick held up flexible PVC pipes fitted together as a jumbo hoop. When he stepped inside, it gave him a 6-foot buffer on all sides: just what beachgoers this summer will need to maintain. “That’s your distance — this is what 6-foot is,” Hedrick said on the video. “So imagine walking … [Read more...] about For Connecticut shoreline towns, figuring out a summertime beach policy during social distancing means plenty of hard decisions (from HartfordCourant.com)
Welcome, Caroline! Our Summer Intern for 2020
OLD LYME -- We are delighted to announce that Caroline LeCour has joined the LymeLine team and will serve as our 2020 summer intern. She has been a resident of Old Lyme all of her life, is a graduate of the Lyme-Old Lyme High School Class of 2018, and is currently double-majoring in Communications and Journalism at The University of Connecticut. As a journalist in the … [Read more...] about Welcome, Caroline! Our Summer Intern for 2020
LymeLine Participates in #GivingNewsDay, a Global Day of Giving
LYME / OLD LYME — We are excited to be participating in #GivingNewsday, a campaign to bring our neighbors together to subscribe, give, and amplify as they can to support our coverage, especially during this time of COVID-19. May 5, 2020 has been designated as #GivingTuesdayNow by GivingTuesday.org. This global day of giving will rally philanthropic support in an effort to … [Read more...] about LymeLine Participates in #GivingNewsDay, a Global Day of Giving
Lamont Says School Buildings Will Remain Closed For The Rest of School Year; Distance Learning To Continue
HARTFORD -- Gov. Ned Lamont made it official Tuesday and announced that school buildings will remain closed for the rest of the school year. He has not made a decision yet about summer school programming. Lamont will require schools to continue to provide meals to children and teachers will continue to provide distance learning opportunities ... Read the full article by … [Read more...] about Lamont Says School Buildings Will Remain Closed For The Rest of School Year; Distance Learning To Continue
Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade is Cancelled
OLD LYME -- Old Lyme's traditional Memorial Day parade has been cancelled. Parade organizer Anthony "Tony" Hendricks has sent out a letter stating this decision has been made, "After careful consideration of the current guidance on social distancing as a result of the COVID-19 health crisis." Hendricks continues, "Although there can be no substitute for Memorial Day, it is … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade is Cancelled
Letter to the Editor: Closing White Sand Beach, Hains Park is Wrong: Old Lyme Residents are Responsible, Respectful
To the Editor: I feel that closing White Sands (sic) Beach and Hains Park is wrong. These are not public beaches; they are restricted for use by Old Lyme residents/property owners only, hence the requirement for a parking hang tag that residents can buy at the town hall. Certainly, we can maintain a safe distance from each other. I have been isolating from family, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Closing White Sand Beach, Hains Park is Wrong: Old Lyme Residents are Responsible, Respectful
NY Times Includes LymeLine in ‘Support Local Journalism Initiative’ to Celebrate ‘World Press Freedom Day’
It's World Press Freedom Day! According to Wikipedia, this day was declared on May 3 by the United Nations General Assembly to raise awareness of the importance of freedom of the press and remind governments of their duty to respect and uphold the right to freedom of expression enshrined under Article 19 of the 1948 Universal Declaration of Human Rights. May 3 also marks … [Read more...] about NY Times Includes LymeLine in ‘Support Local Journalism Initiative’ to Celebrate ‘World Press Freedom Day’
Old Lyme Public Beaches Closed Until Further Notice
OLD LYME -- (From a press release issued by the Old Lyme First Selectman) After consultation with the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen, Town staff and selected beach association representatives, First Selectman Timothy Griswold has announced that the public beaches in the Town of Old Lyme will be closed starting Saturday, May 2 until further notice. This decision was based on … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Public Beaches Closed Until Further Notice
Griswold Reports Now 14 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Plus One Fatality in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold told LymeLine.com by phone this morning that there are now 14 confirmed cases of COVID-19 among Old Lyme residents as at today, Friday, May 1. These cases comprise 10 females and four males. There has also been one fatality in Old Lyme. Griswold said the confirmed cases comprise: a 64-year-old female a … [Read more...] about Griswold Reports Now 14 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Plus One Fatality in Old Lyme
Duck River Garden Club’s May Plant Sale Cancelled
OLD LYME -- Duck River Garden Club's (DRGC) popular Plant Sale scheduled for Mother's Day weekend, May 8-9, has been cancelled. Fay Wilkman, whose term as president ends in June, told LymeLine, "That sale has been going for over 40 years. We sell a large amount of geraniums, with a very loyal pre-order customer base. On Thursday [April 30], we decided to call those customers … [Read more...] about Duck River Garden Club’s May Plant Sale Cancelled
State Rep. Devin Carney Seeks to Highlight Local Heroes in 23rd District, Includes Lyme & Old Lyme; Welcomes Nominations
HARTFORD / LYME / OLD LYME -- (Press Release from Rep. Carney's office) State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd) is seeking nominations from constituents for 23rd District Heroes. He hopes to recognize local individuals, groups, or businesses, those going above and beyond to help others in Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook, for their service during this difficult … [Read more...] about State Rep. Devin Carney Seeks to Highlight Local Heroes in 23rd District, Includes Lyme & Old Lyme; Welcomes Nominations