It is with great sadness that we share news of the death of our beloved friend and longtime contributor to LymeLine, John Guy Laplante. I first met John when we were both working at the now-shuttered Main Street News in Essex. He wrote an enormously popular column titled Senior Moments and brought an always interesting and often alternative perspective to our lively, Monday … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Veteran Writer, Traveler John Guy Laplante; Longtime Contributor to LymeLine
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State Rep. Carney Joins CT Senate, House Republicans Call to Suspend State Gas Tax
LYME/OLD LYME/HARTFORD – COMMENTING ON THIS ARTICLE IS NOW CLOSED On Thursday, March 10, State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd), whose district includes both Lyme and Old Lyme, stood with Connecticut Senate and House Republicans to call on state lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state gross receipts tax on gasoline. The group urged Connecticut's federal Congressional … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Joins CT Senate, House Republicans Call to Suspend State Gas Tax
Old Lyme Harbor Commission Accepting Online Applications for 2022 Moorings in Town Waters
OLD LYME — The Old Lyme Harbor Commission is now accepting applications for 2022 moorings in Town waters. This year marks a transition to a web-based system, replacing the legacy paper forms. In addition to streamlining the operation, process improvements include the option to pay electronically. The cost is $40 for the annual permit, and Proof of Tackle Compliance provided … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Harbor Commission Accepting Online Applications for 2022 Moorings in Town Waters
A la Carte: Twice the Usual Feast Today:- First Maple Gooey Butter Cake, Then Whole Coconut Curry Chicken
Column #1 All winter, friends have been wailing about winter. When will it be over? Will summer ever come? Others complain about the cold. Some have slipped on ice. For me, winter on the Connecticut shoreline isn’t bad. I grew up in Troy, N.Y. Went to college in Ithaca and Rochester, and lived and worked in Worcester, Mass. Even the isolation during the pandemic … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Twice the Usual Feast Today:- First Maple Gooey Butter Cake, Then Whole Coconut Curry Chicken
Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Returns July 30, LYSB Hosts 5K Run in Morning — Registration Now Open!
OLD LYME -- After the disappointment of Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival being cancelled for the past two years due to the COVID pandemic, we are thrilled to announce that it will be taking place again this year! So mark your calendars now for the full-day event on Saturday, July 30, with the traditional, outdoor concert at the Florence Griswold Museum taking place the evening … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Midsummer Festival Returns July 30, LYSB Hosts 5K Run in Morning — Registration Now Open!
CDC Announces New COVID Tool to Determine ‘Community Levels’; All CT Counties, Except Middlesex, Now Classified as ‘Low Spread Potential’
LYME/OLD LYME -- As we know, both the CDC and Governor Lamont have determined that decisions regarding mitigation and prevention of COVID-19 have been “driven down” to local decision makers, who have been provided reliable data and information. For example, LymeLine has reported on decisions made by Superintendent Ian Neviaser regarding masks in LOL schools. The reason for … [Read more...] about CDC Announces New COVID Tool to Determine ‘Community Levels’; All CT Counties, Except Middlesex, Now Classified as ‘Low Spread Potential’
Agencies Accepting Donations for the People of Ukraine and its Media
In recognition of the terrible situation in Ukraine, we have compiled a brief list of charities that are currently working to support the people of Ukraine, but we stress that it is by no means a complete list. If you have other sites that you would like us to mention, please let us know. We have also included links to two GoFundMe sites that have been set up to support … [Read more...] about Agencies Accepting Donations for the People of Ukraine and its Media
Neviaser Announces Masks No Longer Required on Lyme-Old Lyme School Buses
LYME/OLD LYME -- Following on from his decision announced Thursday, Feb. 17, that masks will no longer required in Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools from Feb. 28 onward, LOL Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser has now decided that masks will no longer be mandatory on school buses. He had previously said masks would continue to be required on school buses since, "that is governed … [Read more...] about Neviaser Announces Masks No Longer Required on Lyme-Old Lyme School Buses
PARJE Selects Lead Artists for Sister Murals in Old Lyme, New London
OLD LYME/NEW LONDON -- This spring, Public Art for Racial Justice Education (PARJE) will bring its Sister Murals Project to Old Lyme and New London. PARJE, which was officially launched March 1, 2021, utilizes the broad appeal of art and education to confront racial injustice. Last month, after the unveiling of its first Sister Mural in Norwich on Martin Luther King Jr. … [Read more...] about PARJE Selects Lead Artists for Sister Murals in Old Lyme, New London
Death Announced of Andy Baxter of Lyme; Longtime Lyme Land Trust Supporter, ‘a Man for All Seasons with a Heart as Big as the Outdoors’
LYME -- It is with great sadness that we have been informed of the death of Andy Baxter of Lyme. He was a member of the board of the Lyme Land Trust for 13 years, serving as both its treasurer and later, vice-president. He was also involved in and supported numerous other charitable causes. The Lyme Land Trust has shared the following tribute to Mr. Baxter with us: We … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Andy Baxter of Lyme; Longtime Lyme Land Trust Supporter, ‘a Man for All Seasons with a Heart as Big as the Outdoors’
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Win Major Awards at 2022 CT Scholastic Art Contest
OLD LYME -- Six students from the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Art Department were recognized at this year’s prestigious Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards. The contest celebrates the work of talented young artists in the state in grades 7 through 12. Student artwork is juried by professional artists and university art faculty and selected on merit for inclusion in a … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Students Win Major Awards at 2022 CT Scholastic Art Contest
A la Carte: This Five-Way Chili is All The Way From Cincinnati!
I get excited when I see old recipes in my computer and haven’t made in decades. Friends asked if I could make dessert for 12. I wanted it to be yummy and attractive and decided on a flan, or custard. I’d made it often as a dish but not in years. When you take it out of the oven and turn it onto a slightly oval plate, the caramel waves over and stays that way for … [Read more...] about A la Carte: This Five-Way Chili is All The Way From Cincinnati!
‘Estuary’ Magazine of Old Lyme Celebrates Second Anniversary with Spring 2022 Edition
OLD LYME -- Estuary Magazine, Life of the Connecticut River, founded in 2020 by Estuary Ventures of Old Lyme, Conn., celebrates its second anniversary with the publication of its Spring 2022 issue available by subscription or at select retail venues the first week of March. Estuary is a unique publication and the only magazine dedicated to the watershed of the Connecticut … [Read more...] about ‘Estuary’ Magazine of Old Lyme Celebrates Second Anniversary with Spring 2022 Edition
Mask Mandate for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Lifted From Feb. 28, But Masks Still Recommended; “Individual’s Decisions” Must be Respected (Neviaser)
OLD LYME -- Subsequent to Gov. Lamont's decision to end the statewide mask mandate in schools on Feb. 28, and delegate masking decisions to local authorities, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser has announced that masks would no longer be required in LOL Schools from Feb. 28 onward, although they would still be recommended. He communicated this decision to the … [Read more...] about Mask Mandate for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Lifted From Feb. 28, But Masks Still Recommended; “Individual’s Decisions” Must be Respected (Neviaser)
Old Lyme Honors Its First Responders on ‘Random Acts of Kindness Day,’ Selectwoman Shoemaker Delivers Sweet Treats to All Essential Worker Departments in Town
OLD LYME -- On Thursday, Feb. 17, the Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) took the opportunity to recognize the Town's First Responders, who give outstanding service at all times but especially have done so throughout the pandemic Trays of cookies, sweets and notes of appreciation were hand-delivered by Selectwoman Martha Shoemaker (D) to the Old Lyme Fire Department, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Honors Its First Responders on ‘Random Acts of Kindness Day,’ Selectwoman Shoemaker Delivers Sweet Treats to All Essential Worker Departments in Town