LYME/OLD LYME -- Looking back over our most widely read stories in 2019 for Lyme and Old Lyme, it's really no surprise that stories and op-ed's related to the Old Lyme election dominated our Top 20. Other topics featured in our Top 20 included the outbreak of Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE), which ultimately claimed the life of an Old Lyme resident, the proposed and now … [Read more...] about Our Top 20 Stories of 2019
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Celebrating the Official Start of Major Upgrades to the Old Lyme Library
OLD LYME -- On Nov. 21, Old Lyme-Phoebe Giffin Noyes Library representatives, local officials, and a host of community members gathered around an impressive griffin dirt sculpture carved out by local artist Kristen Thornton in front of the historic 1898 Library entrance to commemorate the beginning of construction. The groundbreaking ceremony was emceed by Building … [Read more...] about Celebrating the Official Start of Major Upgrades to the Old Lyme Library
Death of Marc MacDonald Announced; Old Lyme HS, USCGA Graduate
James Marc MacDonald September 5, 1946 – November 3, 2019 Marc MacDonald crossed over the bar one last time after a long battle with cancer. He was born to parents Elmer and Irene (Thorp) MacDonald in Norwell, MA, and moved to Old Lyme, CT with his family in 1962. He graduated Old Lyme High School in 1964 and the United States Coast Guard Academy in 1968. Marc embarked … [Read more...] about Death of Marc MacDonald Announced; Old Lyme HS, USCGA Graduate
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Move Forward with Plans for $2.3 Million Artificial Turf Field
OLD LYME — The Lyme-Old Lyme Board of Education is moving forward with a plan to build a more than $2 million artificial turf athletic field, a project school officials say will conserve groundwater without placing a burden on taxpayers. Superintendent Ian Neviaser said last week that the board has almost amassed enough money in the district's undesignated capital expense … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Move Forward with Plans for $2.3 Million Artificial Turf Field
Senator Murphy’s Vote Was Not Counted in Old Lyme Election
OLD LYME — It was one of the most hotly-contested local elections in the state, but not everyone’s ballot was counted. U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy voted by absentee ballot in the Nov. 5 election, but his vote was not counted because — unbeknownst to the senator — his name had been moved to the inactive voter list. Shortly after his election to the U.S. Senate ... Read the … [Read more...] about Senator Murphy’s Vote Was Not Counted in Old Lyme Election
State Rep. Carney Named Environmental Champion by Connecticut League of Conservation Voters
HARTFORD – (from a press release) The Connecticut League of Conservation Voters (CTLCV) have recognized State Representative Devin Carney (R-23), naming him an Environmental Champion for his efforts and support of proposals that focus on various green initiatives throughout the state. Each year, the Connecticut League of Conservation Voters release an Environmental Scorecard … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Named Environmental Champion by Connecticut League of Conservation Voters
We’re Starting a New Monthly Column Today! Facts & Figures From Old Lyme EMS
OLD LYME -- We're delighted to launch a new monthly column today and we are indebted to Doris Coleman for making it happen. She is a member of the Old Lyme Ambulance Association (OLAA) and came up with the idea of sharing the OLAA monthly statistics related to calls provided to the community with our readers. She then discussed the idea extensively with her colleagues and … [Read more...] about We’re Starting a New Monthly Column Today! Facts & Figures From Old Lyme EMS
Lyme Land Trust to Rename Moulson Pond Fishway in Honor of Former Board Member, Land Trust President Linda Bireley.
LYME -- The Lyme Land Trust will rename the Moulson Pond Fishway in honor of former board member and Land Trust President Linda Bireley. Ms. Bireley, lover of the environment and the preserves of Lyme, passed away Nov. 8, 2019. She served on the board of directors of the Lyme Land Trust for more than 10 years, as president from 2006-2007. As stewardship committee chair, … [Read more...] about Lyme Land Trust to Rename Moulson Pond Fishway in Honor of Former Board Member, Land Trust President Linda Bireley.
Old Lyme Zoning Commission Continues Public Hearing on Controversial Tidal Setback Change
OLD LYME -- Tonight, in an Old Lyme Zoning Commission meeting scheduled to start at 7:30 p.m. in Old Lyme Town Hall, the Commission has an agenda item to continue the Public Hearing for a Petition to amend Section 4.3 Tidal Waters Protection of the Old Lyme Zoning Regulations. The Commission itself is the Petitioner. The proposed new text to Section 4.3 Tidal Waters … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Zoning Commission Continues Public Hearing on Controversial Tidal Setback Change
Old Lyme Boys Advance to Second Round of State Soccer Contest
Old Lyme defeated Montville yesterday 3-1 at Montville High School in the first round of the Class S state tournament Avery Welch scored twice for the Wildcats unassisted and Richard Damiano notched the third. Montville’s lone goal was an own goal by Old Lyme. Ryan Tetreault was in net for the 'Cats and made six saves, while Isaiah Gallagher made nine saves in goal for … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Boys Advance to Second Round of State Soccer Contest
Griswold (R) Won First Selectman & Town Treasurer in Election, But Cannot Serve in Both Roles; Reiter (D) to be Named Treasurer
OLD LYME --Republican Tim Griswold not only won the position of Old Lyme First Selectman in Tuesday's election, but also that of Town Treasurer, for which he was the incumbent. He was already on the election ballot to run as Town Treasurer prior to nominations closing, but when he subsequently petitioned successfully to run as First Selectman, his name was left on the ballot … [Read more...] about Griswold (R) Won First Selectman & Town Treasurer in Election, But Cannot Serve in Both Roles; Reiter (D) to be Named Treasurer
Death of LymeLine Contributor, Former NY State Senator Jerome ‘Jerry’ Wilson Announced
ESSEX -- It is with great sadness that we report the passing of our beloved contributor, Jerome 'Jerry' L. Wilson. Mr. Wilson, 88, passed away Friday, Nov. 1, in Essex. We have not yet heard the details of services for Mr. Wilson but will publish them as soon as we receive them. Mr. Wilson was a great supporter of our online news ventures and contributed more article and … [Read more...] about Death of LymeLine Contributor, Former NY State Senator Jerome ‘Jerry’ Wilson Announced
Republicans Sweep All Seats in Old Lyme, Including Board of Education
The Old Lyme Republicans have much to celebrate tonight. They won every single contested seat in a bitterly fought election. The full results, with the winners in bold and marked with an asterisk, were as follows: FIRST SELECTMAN: Bonnie Reemsnyder (D): 1,403 *Tim Griswold (R): 1,774 SELECTMAN: *Mary Jo Nosal (D): 1,495 *Chris Kerr (R): … [Read more...] about Republicans Sweep All Seats in Old Lyme, Including Board of Education
Griswold Wins in Old Lyme, Reemsnyder Voted off Board of Selectmen
At the end of a bitter election campaign, Republican Tim Griswold has regained his position as First Selectman of Old Lyme. The results were: Tim Griswold (R): 1,774 Bonnie Reemsnyder (D): 1,403 Mary Jo Nosal (D): 1,495 Chris Kerr (R): 1,676 The board of selectmen will comprise Griswold and his running mate Chris Kerr, who will be joined by Democrat Mary Jo … [Read more...] about Griswold Wins in Old Lyme, Reemsnyder Voted off Board of Selectmen
Democrats Win All Contested Races in Lyme, Uncontested Board of Selectmen Re-elected for Another Term
LYME -- Lyme voters today elected the incumbent board of selectmen of Democrats Steve Mattson and John Kiker along with Republican Parker Lord for another two-year term. Mattson will continue as Lyme First Selectman with Kiker and Lord both serving as selectmen. Across other positions, the Democrats were successful in all contested races. Upon learning the results of … [Read more...] about Democrats Win All Contested Races in Lyme, Uncontested Board of Selectmen Re-elected for Another Term