OLD LYME -- Despite the weather, a cancelled parade, a fallen tree, and power outages galore, Halloween happened anyway in Old Lyme! We're delighted to share a few photos from the notorious night when trick or treating ghosts and ghouls; witches and wizards; and swashbucklers and superheroes take over Lyme Street in search of candy ... along with a reflection on Halloween … [Read more...] about Hooray for Halloween! Almost Against All Odds, It Did Happen on Lyme Street Last Night …
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Sophia Griswold Named to All-National Honor Jazz Ensemble
OLD LYME -- During the 2018–19 school year, along with other accomplished music students across the United States and overseas in military base schools, trombonist Sophia Griswold from Lyme-Old Lyme High School practiced with dedication to gain a chair or part in her local, district, and state music honor ensembles. The band director at Griswold's high school is Jacob … [Read more...] about Sophia Griswold Named to All-National Honor Jazz Ensemble
See Video of Old Lyme Board of Selectmen’s Debate, Read Full Report
OLD LYME -- The Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce hosted a debate between the candidates for the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen last Wednesday, Oct. 23, in the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School auditorium. First Selectman candidates Bonnie A. Reemsnyder (D, incumbent) and Timothy C. Griswold (R), and Selectman candidate Mary Jo Nosal (D, incumbent) were present. Chris Kerr (R, … [Read more...] about See Video of Old Lyme Board of Selectmen’s Debate, Read Full Report
Old Lyme’s Bourque Brings Home Top Brewing Honors in Hartford Beer Festival
OLD LYME -- Each year, the Noah Webster Real Ale Festival is held at the Noah Webster House in West Hartford, and entrants are supposed to make each signature ale in a cask using only a base ale and whatever ingredients can be found in the garden of the home. In other words, they can only use ingredients that would have been available in the 1800s. Breweries from across … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Bourque Brings Home Top Brewing Honors in Hartford Beer Festival
State Rep. Devin Carney Offers More Information on Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and How to Protect Yourself
We received an updated version of the following email from State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd) at 6:53 p.m. this afternoon, and believe it is important to share it with our readers as soon as possible. Precautions for dealing with Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) As many of you know, two people from Southeastern CT (East Lyme & Old Lyme) have recently passed … [Read more...] about State Rep. Devin Carney Offers More Information on Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) and How to Protect Yourself
Update From Old Lyme Town Hall Regarding Eastern Equine Encephalitis
OLD LYME -- The following e-mail was sent out from Old Lyme Town Hall at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday evening. A message from First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder: Today we learned that a resident of Old Lyme has become the second victim of the mosquito-borne illness, Eastern Equine Encephalitis, or the Triple-E virus. The Town of Old Lyme sends heartfelt condolences to the family of … [Read more...] about Update From Old Lyme Town Hall Regarding Eastern Equine Encephalitis
Old Lyme Boys Still Unbeaten After Tying Tough Game Against Old Saybrook
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme boys retained their unbeaten record Tuesday afternoon after battling to a 1-1 draw against defending Class S state soccer champions Old Saybrook. Jack Colella scored an unassisted goal first for the Rams and Avery Welch equalized for the Wildcats with an assist from Michael Milazzo. Ryan Tetreault was in goal for Old Lyme and made a total of 12 … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Boys Still Unbeaten After Tying Tough Game Against Old Saybrook
Old Lyme Girls Retain Unbeaten Record Against Shoreline Rival Old Saybrook in Local Derby
OLD SAYBROOK -- Playing away yesterday at Old Saybrook High School, Paul Gleason's Old Lyme girls defeated the home team 2-0 in a local soccer derby. Lydia Tinnerello and Kaylee Armenia scored for the Wildcats, with both goals unassisted. Sam Gray was in goal for the Wildcats and made four saves, while Sophia Barker was in net for Old Saybrook and notched 11 … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Girls Retain Unbeaten Record Against Shoreline Rival Old Saybrook in Local Derby
Old Lyme Library’s BookCellar Opens in New Location to Make Space for Library Renovation Project to Begin
The Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library's BookCellar opened in their temporary location at 44 Lyme St. (across the street from the Library) Wednesday, Sept. 18. Over the past three months, a 10,000 volume bookstore of gently used books and media housed in the basement of the Old Lyme Library has been condensed into this temporary space across the street. The rest of the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library’s BookCellar Opens in New Location to Make Space for Library Renovation Project to Begin
SECWAC Presents “A Refugee Story” by Old Lyme Resident Mohammed Hamou, Sept. 26
AREAWIDE – In an effort to expand program offerings, the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) has announced a new Community Partnership Program with Essex Meadows. Essex Meadows is a retirement community committed to helping residents embrace lifelong learning, and often hosts educational programs that meet SECWAC’s mission to foster an understanding of issues … [Read more...] about SECWAC Presents “A Refugee Story” by Old Lyme Resident Mohammed Hamou, Sept. 26
Hear Old Lyme’s Suzanne Thompson’s Interview with ‘Tossing Lines’ Author John Steward Anytime on WLIS Website
OLD LYME -- If you're a fan of John Steward, a regular contributor to Lyme Times, you can hear how his Tossing Lines column came about on CT Outdoors with Old Lyme's Suzanne Thompson this weekend. Steward, a Groton native, reflects on a wide range of topics, from local history to his bicycle rides through New London County. Look for his reflections on the 50th anniversary … [Read more...] about Hear Old Lyme’s Suzanne Thompson’s Interview with ‘Tossing Lines’ Author John Steward Anytime on WLIS Website
Gil Boro of Old Lyme’s ‘Knot Theory’ Exhibition on View at Lyman Allyn Through Oct. 27
OLD LYME/NEW LONDON -- The Lyman Allyn Art Museum in New London will host an opening reception this evening from 5 to 7 p.m. for Gilbert Boro's exhibition titled, Knot Theory: Sculptural Works by Gilbert Boro. All are welcome. Boro, who lives and works in Old Lyme, is a sculptor, architect, educator, and international design consultant, whose sculptures focus on the … [Read more...] about Gil Boro of Old Lyme’s ‘Knot Theory’ Exhibition on View at Lyman Allyn Through Oct. 27
Old Lyme’s Former Dance Hall Owner Advances Demolition Plans for Sound View Building
OLD LYME — The owner of Sound View’s O’Connor’s Dance Hall, also known for a while as Kiddieland, says he’s moving forward with plans to demolish the building — which has sat abandoned and blighted on Hartford Avenue for several years — in hopes to develop the property into housing. Describing the building as an eyesore Monday, property owner Frank Noe said ... Read the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Former Dance Hall Owner Advances Demolition Plans for Sound View Building
Raccoon in Old Lyme Tests Positive for Rabies, Public Urged to Avoid Interaction With Wild, Stray Animals
OLD LYME -- Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) has announced that a raccoon from the Long Acre Lane area of Old Lyme was tested this past Tuesday (Aug. 27) and found to be positive for rabies Ledge Light stresses that the public should refrain from feeding or approaching any wild or stray animals. Rabies is a deadly disease caused by a virus that can infect all warm-blooded … [Read more...] about Raccoon in Old Lyme Tests Positive for Rabies, Public Urged to Avoid Interaction With Wild, Stray Animals
Old Lyme Officer Recognized by Board of Selectmen for Quick Response
OLD LYME -- Officer Jay Rankin received a Certificate of Recognition from the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen at their Aug. 19 meeting for his quick thinking, which resulted in the apprehension of four individuals, who had stolen a car from Massachusetts. The suspects then drove to Old Lyme and stole a purse from a woman loading groceries into her car at Big Y on Halls Rd. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Officer Recognized by Board of Selectmen for Quick Response