Prelude: The June 9 edition of The Day reported that the team of Tessa Grethel and Sophia D’Amico — both Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School seventh graders — took first place in Connecticut in the junior group exhibit category of the National History Day Contest with their project titled “Bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki: The Origins of Atomic Diplomacy.” Phil Rizzuto would … [Read more...] about A Special ‘View From My Porch’ in Recognition of Independence Day: CT’s General Israel Putnam was a ‘Man of Legendary Courage’, a Brooklyn ‘Rock Star’
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Sound View Puts On a Perfect Hometown Parade
OLD LYME -- The weather was kind and so the crowds came out in Sound View to celebrate the Fourth of July. And celebrate they did with a grand parade through the streets of this wonderful neighborhood that borders Long Island Sound. They came on bikes... They came in (appropriately decorated!) golf carts. The Old Lyme Board of Selectmen came … [Read more...] about Sound View Puts On a Perfect Hometown Parade
A la Carte: Two Columns Bursting with Strawberry Treats
Column 1 Oh my, no matter the season, last week was a perfect summer day. Was it always sunny? Not really, but for Friday night, Saturday and Sunday, the clouds didn’t explode with raindrops and the humidity stayed around 70 percent and in Groton and Madison, there was always a soft breeze. Friday I learned how to make a watermelon “sorbet (well, it required some sweetened … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Two Columns Bursting with Strawberry Treats
Neviaser Answers Questions on Armed Guards in LOL Schools (Podcast)
LYME/OLD LYME — In an interview published on June 23, Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser fielded questions from Connecticut-East.com’s Brian Scott-Smith about the Region 18 Board of Education’s June 15 decision to arm security guards in LOL Schools. The vote was carried by a 7-2 majority. Scott-Smith says the objective of the interview is "to find out … [Read more...] about Neviaser Answers Questions on Armed Guards in LOL Schools (Podcast)
Friends of Lymes’ Senior Center Make $25,000 Donation to Support Activities, Programs at the Center
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 1:30pm with names of everyone in the photo: The Friends of the Lymes’ Senior Center presented a check for $25,000 to the center at the June 21 Board of Directors meeting. As a 501(c)3 organization, the Friends have conducted several fundraising efforts over recent years in order to contribute to the programs and activities of the center. A spokesperson … [Read more...] about Friends of Lymes’ Senior Center Make $25,000 Donation to Support Activities, Programs at the Center
Lyme-Old Lyme’s VFW Post 1467 Named ‘Best Post in CT’ by VFW State Leadership
OLD LYME -- On Monday, June 27, members of the Lyme-Old Lyme Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 1467 learned that their Post had been recognized by VFW State leadership as the 'Best Post in Connecticut.' Members had gathered for a regular meeting at the Lymes' Senior Center unaware the award would be announced. This great honor had been announced two weeks previously when … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme’s VFW Post 1467 Named ‘Best Post in CT’ by VFW State Leadership
Old Lyme Named ‘Best Summer Destination in CT’ by TravelPulse.com
OLD LYME -- TravelPulse.com has just announced its list of 'Every State’s Best Summer Travel Destination' and Old Lyme has won the honor for the state of Connecticut! The travel site states, "the focus [of the list] ... is on the best of the best, the summer spots that hit it out of the park every single year this time of year." Justifying its selection of Old Lyme, the site … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Named ‘Best Summer Destination in CT’ by TravelPulse.com
June 21-27 COVID-19 Update: Lyme Falls to Lowest Case Rate Zone with One New Case; Old Lyme Now in Yellow Zone, Reports 11 New Cases Since 6/20
Cumulative Totals Rise to 1336 in Old Lyme, 328 in Lyme LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Tuesday, June 21, through Monday, June 27, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show a total of 11 new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme and also one in Lyme compared with June 20 numbers. Note: The link above is always to the most recent day of CT DPH … [Read more...] about June 21-27 COVID-19 Update: Lyme Falls to Lowest Case Rate Zone with One New Case; Old Lyme Now in Yellow Zone, Reports 11 New Cases Since 6/20
Friends of CT Libraries Honor Friends of Old Lyme Library
OLD LYME — On Saturday, June 11, the Friends of Connecticut Libraries (FOCL) honored the Friends of the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Library (OL-PGN.) The award, which was designated for municipalities with a population under 15,000, recognized the OL-PGN for their outreach to the community during the pandemic when the Library was closed. The Co-Chairs of the OL-PGN's … [Read more...] about Friends of CT Libraries Honor Friends of Old Lyme Library
Gardening Tips from ‘The English Lady’ for June, ‘The Time of Perfect Young Summer’ (Gertrude Jekyll)
We have had a few cool nights recently, which are just wonderful and allow one to sleep with the windows open. I cannot remember the last time we had a real spring such as we are experiencing this year, with plenty of gentle rain. This beneficial rain is wonderful for all the spring plant growth and such a pleasure to see. I am so in awe of the miracle of Mother Nature; the … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips from ‘The English Lady’ for June, ‘The Time of Perfect Young Summer’ (Gertrude Jekyll)
And the Band(s) Played on—Making Music on Lyme Street to Celebrate Midsummer
OLD LYME -- Lyme Street was alive with music last night as a dozen bands and soloists played in different locations stretching from Lyme Academy in the north down to the First Congregational Church in the south. The Town was celebrating International Make Music Day, joining many other locations across the globe to mark Midsummer's Night -- the longest day of the … [Read more...] about And the Band(s) Played on—Making Music on Lyme Street to Celebrate Midsummer
June 16-20 COVID-19 Update: Number of CT Towns in Red Zone Falls to 65%; 10 New Cases in Old Lyme Over Three Days, Three in Lyme
Cumulative Totals Rise to 1325 in Old Lyme, 327 in Lyme LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Thursday, June 16, Friday, June 17, and Monday, June 20, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show a total of 10 new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme and also three in Lyme compared with June 15 numbers. Note: The link above is always to the most recent … [Read more...] about June 16-20 COVID-19 Update: Number of CT Towns in Red Zone Falls to 65%; 10 New Cases in Old Lyme Over Three Days, Three in Lyme
A la Carte: Creamy Coconutty Shrimp Makes a Super Summer Salad
After the quick turnover to the Dallas wedding (flew there at 6 a.m. Saturday and was home by Monday, mid-afternoon), I unpacked, played with the cats, watched a DVR’d Connecticut Sun game) and finished a book, then slept until 7:30 Tuesday. Then I drove to Madison and took friends to pick up their new car in Westchester County, NY. Eric drove the new car home (the next … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Creamy Coconutty Shrimp Makes a Super Summer Salad
Colin Heffernan Unanimously Endorsed by Democrats to Run Against Incumbent State Rep. Carney for 23rd House District, Includes Lyme & OL
OLD SAYBROOK — Colin Heffernan, a prominent local attorney and small business owner, has been unanimously endorsed for the 23rd House District by Democratic delegates representing Old Saybrook, Old Lyme, Lyme, and Westbrook. Heffernan's opponent in November will be incumbent State Representative Devin Carney (R), who is seeking his fifth consecutive term in office. “It’s … [Read more...] about Colin Heffernan Unanimously Endorsed by Democrats to Run Against Incumbent State Rep. Carney for 23rd House District, Includes Lyme & OL
Summer Sculpture Showcase on View at Studio 80+ in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds on Lyme St. in Old Lyme offer a vibrant, artistic environment owned and managed by acclaimed international sculptor Gil Boro, who lives on the property. Dedicated to arts education and appreciation, Boro vigorously pursues his mission to create a bond between art, nature and community by inspiring and promoting participation in … [Read more...] about Summer Sculpture Showcase on View at Studio 80+ in Old Lyme