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CT River Museum Director to Speak at Saint Ann’s Griswold Forum in Old Lyme, May 3

Elizabeth Kaeser will discuss the Connecticut River Museum’s Environmental Summit and its work preserving river history.

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Acclaimed Vocal Ensemble Chanticleer Headlines Essex Winter Series Concert, April 12

Grammy-winning Chanticleer will perform selections spanning the 17th century to the modern era.

The musicians pose with their instruments.
Trio Animoso Brings ‘French Impressions, American Echoes’ to Chester for Essex Winter Series

The award-winning ensemble brings flute, viola and harp music to Chester following a four-day residency in local communities.

RiverCOG Lays Out Regional and Local Options Under State Housing Law

Here's what a new state housing law means for towns like Lyme and Old Lyme, and how they can choose a path for housing growth within their borders.

Collage of headshots of violinist Ani Kavafian, cellist Peter Wiley, flutist Tara Helen O'Connor and pianist Shai Wosner
UPDATED: This Weekend in Lyme and Old Lyme, Jan. 23-25

We've compiled this wintry mix of events coming up (or not) this weekend.

Essex Bank Announces New President & CEO

The Board of Directors of Essex Bank announced this week that executive vice president and Chief Operating Officer Lynn Giroux will become president and CEO when Diane Arnold retires in August.

State Sen. Norm Needleman to Seek Fifth Term in 33rd District

State Senator Norm Needleman, D-Essex, is seeking a fifth term. Issues including energy policy, transportation, budgeting, and municipal needs remain high on his list of priorities.

Two people holding gifts stand in front of the Giving Tree.
From Seniors to Families to Pets, Estuary ‘Giving Tree’ Spreads Help Across the Region

The Estuary invites neighbors to make a meaningful impact in local lives by taking part in its Giving Tree initiative, now through the end of the year.

Death Announced of Peter Harron of Essex, Husband of Colette Harron
Death Announced of Sarah Cooley Martin, Sister of Jeff Cooley of Old Lyme