“The darling buds of May” is such an apt phrase for one of the most enchanting months, bloom on spring bulbs and flowering trees, the Amelanchier, the Dogwood and the Cherry to name a few and the new awakening foliage on trees winking in the sun. By now, you have probably removed most of the winter debris, pruned broken branches and re-edged borders. However, do not apply … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips for May from ‘The English Lady’, ‘One of the Most Enchanting Months’
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Scouts Enthusiastically Learn About Solar System, Dark Skies from Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Members
On Friday, May 6, Alan Sheiness, Scott Mallory and Parag Sahasrabudhe, who are all members of the Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Group, went to Camp Claire in Lyme, Conn. to introduce basic concepts of astronomy to a den of Cub Scouts. The evening program consisted of three activities. The first topic was an introduction to the instruments used for astronomy. The scouts were … [Read more...] about Scouts Enthusiastically Learn About Solar System, Dark Skies from Lyme Land Trust Astronomy Members
A la Carte: Summer Means Picnics; Picnics Mean Cole Slaw & Potato Salad! Lee Shares Favorite Recipes for Both
I have a friend who lives in Noank and she asked me some time ago why she should keep her large Cuisinart. I literally blanched. There are two reasons to keep your kitchen counter appliances. One, of course, is because you use them fairly often enough that you want them close to you. The second is perhaps you adore them, as I love mine, and consider them -- if not as pets … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Summer Means Picnics; Picnics Mean Cole Slaw & Potato Salad! Lee Shares Favorite Recipes for Both
A View from My Porch: The Shady History of Connecticut Tobacco — The Finale
It’s been a little while since the publication of Part 1 of The Shady History of Connecticut Tobacco , but during that hiatus, there has been other remarkable news covered in the media. Decisions regarding COVID mitigation were moved to municipal leadership, including school superintendents. Judge Ketanjii Brown Jackson, who was nominated to the Supreme Court by President … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: The Shady History of Connecticut Tobacco — The Finale
Death Announced of Edward John “Ed” Sopneski of Old Lyme; Lifelong Environmentalist, Joined Other Pioneers Who Led Successful Restoration of Ospreys in OL
OLD LYME -- Edward John "Ed" Sopneski passed away peacefully April 12, 2022, after a recent cancer diagnosis ... He was born at St. Raphael Hospital in New Haven, Feb. 27, 1935 ... In 1961 Ed married June Kensel. They bought a home in Old Lyme, where they raised their three sons. The family loved living near the ocean, the Connecticut River and the tidal wetlands … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Edward John “Ed” Sopneski of Old Lyme; Lifelong Environmentalist, Joined Other Pioneers Who Led Successful Restoration of Ospreys in OL
Needleman Unanimously Endorsed to Run for Third Term Representing State Senate 33rd District, Includes Lyme
ESSEX/LYME -- State Senator Norm Needleman this week received unanimous support for re-election to a third term in the Connecticut State Senate, representing the 33rd District, which includes Lyme, Conn. Sen. Needleman was originally elected to the State Senate in 2018 and won re-election in 2020. As Chair of the Energy & Technology Committee, Sen. Needleman led the “Take … [Read more...] about Needleman Unanimously Endorsed to Run for Third Term Representing State Senate 33rd District, Includes Lyme
Old Lyme Boys’ Tennis Crush Old Saybrook 6-1, Advance to Six-Game Winning Streak; “I’m So Proud of Them All” (Coach Tyrol)
OLD LYME -- The Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Girls' Tennis team has been having an extraordinary season but let's not forget the boys, who, thanks to Friday's 6-1 win over Old Saybrook and Thursday's 7-0 victory over Portland, are now on a six-game winning streak. In rookie coach Andrew Tyrol's enthusiastic words, "We're making a run toward the state … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Boys’ Tennis Crush Old Saybrook 6-1, Advance to Six-Game Winning Streak; “I’m So Proud of Them All” (Coach Tyrol)
It’s Prom/Summer Party Season! Let’s Work Together to Stop Teen Access to Alcohol
LYME/OLD LYME -- With Prom and summer just around the corner, it’s a great time to focus awareness in Lyme and Old Lyme on underage drinking. Remember alcohol continues to be the number one substance used by youth. One way we can work to prevent teens from drinking is to prevent easy access to alcohol and recognizing that teen drinking is not inevitable. The Lyme-Old … [Read more...] about It’s Prom/Summer Party Season! Let’s Work Together to Stop Teen Access to Alcohol
A la Carte: Can’t Imagine Grilling a Salad? Then Try This, But Don’t Forget Blue Cheese & Basil!
When I was little, my mother used to call me Sarah Bernhardt. I had no idea who Sarah Bernhardt and she told me Bernhardt was a famous actress in the early 1900s. I think today my mom would call me a drama queen. She also suggested I not wish my life away, that someday I would wish I could get those years back. I thought about this again as I was reading my newest food … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Can’t Imagine Grilling a Salad? Then Try This, But Don’t Forget Blue Cheese & Basil!
Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Middle School Announce Q3 Honor Rolls
Lyme-Old Lyme High School Honor Roll 2021-22 Quarter 3 HIGH HONORS Grade 12: Emily Almada, Hannah Britt, John Caulkins, Ryan Clark, John Conley, Elise DeBernardo, Elizabeth Duddy, Eleanor Dushin, Lauren Enright, Shawn Grenier, Austin Halsey, Lillian Herrera, Daniel Hoblin, Fiona Hufford, Julia Johnston, Nevin Joshy, Kian Kardestuncer, Quinn Kegley, Cora Kern, Robyn King, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Middle School Announce Q3 Honor Rolls
Essex Savings Bank Announces 2022 Community Investment Program Ballot Results, High Hopes of Old Lyme Takes #8 Spot
ESSEX, CT - Essex Savings Bank has announced the results from its recent customer voting efforts in the Bank’s Community Investment Program (CIP). The balloting portion began Feb. 1, and concluded Feb. 28. The program, which is now in its 27th year, entitles the Bank’s customers to select up to three charities from this year’s list of 74 qualified non-profit organizations. … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Announces 2022 Community Investment Program Ballot Results, High Hopes of Old Lyme Takes #8 Spot
Old Lyme Girls’ Tennis Defeats Cromwell 7-0, Clinch Shoreline Conference Title
OLD LYME -- Playing on their home courts yesterday, the Old Lyme Girls' Tennis team continued their extraordinary, unbeaten season with a 7-0 victory over Cromwell, confirming the girls as Shoreline Conference 2022 winners. Read our recent article about Coach Lauren Rahr and her team at this link. The full results were (Old Lyme girls in blue): 1st Singles: Abby … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Girls’ Tennis Defeats Cromwell 7-0, Clinch Shoreline Conference Title
Letter to the Editor: Keep the Vision of Public Access to Public Land Alive in Old Lyme
To the Editor: The Republican Party has a long history of protecting one of our nation’s most precious resources - the beauty of our natural environment. President Theodore Roosevelt, known as “The Conservation President”, established the United States Forest Service and during his administration preserved over 230 million acres of public land to be kept in its natural … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Keep the Vision of Public Access to Public Land Alive in Old Lyme
Death of Mary Blossom Turner Announced, Widow of Jack, Who Founded LymeLine.com; Service May 22 in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- We are deeply saddened to announce the death of Mary Blossom Turner, the widow of Jack Turner, who founded LymeLine.com. To quote from the obituary published in The Day, Mary passed, "easily in her sleep April 30, 2022, at 90 years old." Mary was a remarkable woman, as her full obituary published below testifies. I met her on several occasions during the time I … [Read more...] about Death of Mary Blossom Turner Announced, Widow of Jack, Who Founded LymeLine.com; Service May 22 in Old Lyme
A la Carte: How Do I Love Lemons? Let me Count the Ways …
Over the past few weeks there have been so many holidays-- Easter Sunday, Passover and Ramadan-- and all had something to do with food. For Lent, we gave up something we wanted (often sweet stuff) for 40 days and had to have fish on Fridays; for Passover nothing leavening (desserts made with matzoh and matzoh for breakfast, lunch and dinner for eight days) and, at Ramadan, … [Read more...] about A la Carte: How Do I Love Lemons? Let me Count the Ways …