Essex Steam Train #40 at Chester The Essex Steam Train & Riverboat officially launches the attraction’s spring season on National Train Day, Saturday, May 11. Opening weekend will feature the Essex Steam Train’s popular 1-hour train ride and 2-½-hour combo train and boat ride aboard the Becky Thatcher Riverboat. Neighbor Appreciation Weekend will also take place … [Read more...] about Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Opens for Season on National Train Day
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Connecticut River Museum Marks Burning of American Ships in Essex
Executive Director Jerry Roberts in front of rendering of British burning American ships in Essex in 1814 The Connecticut River Museum in Essex will observe the tragic destruction of 27 American ships in Essex during the War of 1812 at a number of events to be held at the Museum on Saturday, May 11. The actual destruction of the ships took place during a British raid that … [Read more...] about Connecticut River Museum Marks Burning of American Ships in Essex
Hadlyme Public Hall Annual Meeting Votes to Oppose Doubling Ferry Fares, Launches Petition Drive
On Saturday May 4, members attending the annual meeting of the Hadlyme Public Hall Association voted unanimously to oppose the proposal by Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) to double the Connecticut River ferry fares to $6 and agreed to launch a petition drive opposing the fare increase. The Association immediately initiated the petition drive by creating an … [Read more...] about Hadlyme Public Hall Annual Meeting Votes to Oppose Doubling Ferry Fares, Launches Petition Drive
‘Pearl Twirl’ Hits High Note for Community Music School, Raises Over $55,000
Pearl Twirl auctioneer and radio personality Damon Scott generates bidding action. Photo by Kim Tyler Photography. The milestone was significant and the support even greater at the Community Music School’s (CMS) 30th anniversary benefit gala that took place on April 20. Presented by Landscape Specialties, The Pearl Twirl: A Swellegant Affair turned out more than 150 … [Read more...] about ‘Pearl Twirl’ Hits High Note for Community Music School, Raises Over $55,000
Essex Savings Bank Announces Community Investment Program Results
Results of the recent voting by Essex Savings Bank customers who participated in the Bank’s Community Investment Program were announced at a meeting of employees, directors and trustees at the Bank’s Plains Road Office on Wednesday, April 17. The Top Ten Winners in attendance received special recognition. The customer balloting portion of Essex Savings Bank’s 2013 Community … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Announces Community Investment Program Results
DOT Plans to Double CT River Ferry Fares, Announces Meetings to Discuss Proposals
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) announced yesterday (April 5) that it will be holding two public meetings regarding plans to raise the fares on the two Connecticut River Ferries starting July 1, 2013. The ferries affected are the Chester-Hadlyme and Rocky Hill-Glastonbury routes. DOT says in a press release that the increases are necessary to offset the … [Read more...] about DOT Plans to Double CT River Ferry Fares, Announces Meetings to Discuss Proposals
Ivoryton’s Copper Beech Inn Expected to Reopen in May After Foreclosure
The Copper Beech Inn in the Ivoryton section is expected to reopen in May under new owners, including former East Hampton builder and developer Wayne Rand. The inn at 46 Main Street, which included two restaurants, closed in February. The closing followed a foreclosure action in November where Ivoryton-Main LLC of East Hampton foreclosed on CBI Acquisitions of Old Saybrook. … [Read more...] about Ivoryton’s Copper Beech Inn Expected to Reopen in May After Foreclosure
YMCA Swimmers, Including Lee, Fuchs From Old Lyme, Give Stellar Performances in State Championships
Throughout the weekend of March 8-10, 11 athletes training at Valley Shore YMCA (VSYMCA) in Westbrook competed at Connecticut Swimming’s Age Group Championships. This event is the state championship for age group swimming. In the 10 and under age group, four girls (Kaeleigh O’Donnell of Essex, Kayla Mendonca, Anna Lang and Maddy Henderson- all from Madison) competed in … [Read more...] about YMCA Swimmers, Including Lee, Fuchs From Old Lyme, Give Stellar Performances in State Championships
Local Land Conservation Trusts Announce Winners of Annual Photo Contest
The Lyme, Old Lyme, Salem, Essex and East Haddam Land Conservation Trusts announced today the winners of their jointly sponsored amateur photo contest. The purpose of the contest was to focus on the celebrated and scenic countryside in those towns and its diversified wildlife. The ages of the photographers ranged from children to senior citizens. This contest was made … [Read more...] about Local Land Conservation Trusts Announce Winners of Annual Photo Contest
Ivoryton Playhouse Unveils Exciting 2013 Season
The Ivoryton Playhouse opens its doors on March 13 for another year of live theatre. There is something for everyone this season with the productions being variously upbeat, hilarious, original and even a little naughty! From March 13 to 30, the Playhouse will take you back to the 50’s with some of the classic doo wop melodies you danced to at the sock hop. Life Could Be a … [Read more...] about Ivoryton Playhouse Unveils Exciting 2013 Season
River Valley Slim-Down Helps You Shed Those Post-Holiday Pounds
Old Lyme resident and owner of IFoundFitnesss, Donna Scott, is celebrating a year of helping people shed those pounds and become healthier and fitter in the process. In 2012, her River Valley Slim-Down challenge helped more than 50 people get in shape, and lose weight. In the process, they improved their balance, flexibility, relieved stress, and have challenged and … [Read more...] about River Valley Slim-Down Helps You Shed Those Post-Holiday Pounds
33rd District Republican State Senator Art Linares Jr. Assigned to Four Legislative Committees
Republican State Senator Art Linares Jr. has been assigned to the Legislature’s Banking, Commerce, and Education committees, along with the Select Committee on Children, as he prepares to take office representing the 33rd Senate District when the 2013 legislative session opens Wednesday. Linares, a 24-year old Westbrook resident, was elected in November to the 33rd District … [Read more...] about 33rd District Republican State Senator Art Linares Jr. Assigned to Four Legislative Committees
Shelter Me Calendars Benefit Animal Shelters Throughout State
The Shelter Me project, a photographic fundraiser for local animal shelters was started by former Lyme resident, Karen Stevenson. Now in its fourth year, Shelter Me has expanded to raise money for nine different animal shelters/rescues in the state. This year they welcomed a new addition to the project from Coventry. Tara Farm Rescue, a nonprofit animal sanctuary, is a home … [Read more...] about Shelter Me Calendars Benefit Animal Shelters Throughout State
Torgersen Says, “Bye, Bye, Bowerbird!”
It’s part of the fabric of Old Lyme –“people would string us up if we closed,” quips co-owner Chris Kitchings. She’s talking, of course, about The Bowerbird, the extremely popular and highly successful gift store on Hall’s Rd. in Old Lyme. But the winds of change are blowing amongst the tree-trimmings, cards, toys and so many more “Impulsive Necessities,” for which the store … [Read more...] about Torgersen Says, “Bye, Bye, Bowerbird!”
Essex Meadows Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary This Year
Essex Meadows, located at 30 Bokum Road in Essex, is widely regarded as a treasure in our midst. This year “The Meadows,” as everyone calls it, will celebrate its 25th anniversary. We therefore decided to try and give readers a perspective into how the Meadows operates and why it has achieved nationally recognized stature as a retirement community We submitted some questions … [Read more...] about Essex Meadows Celebrates Its 25th Anniversary This Year