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Letter From Paris: Anatomy of a Crisis — Retirement Reform in France

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A crushing defeat for the French president, many angry people and a country convulsing into chaos. Let's rewind the video back to early 2023.  There was a feeling of déjà vu when observing the political and social turmoil going on in France. Once more the "Street" is in an uproar and the deputies in the Assemblée Nationale are fighting like cats and dogs. This … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Anatomy of a Crisis — Retirement Reform in France

Valley/Old Lyme Warriors Defeat GNH 26-14, Advance to Saturday’s Class SS Football State Final

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DEEP RIVER --  Sixth-seeded Valley/Old Lyme emerged victorious in a thrilling 26-14 victory over No. 7 seeds Gilbert-Northwestern-Housatonic (GNH) Sunday afternoon in a CIAC Class SS semifinal. The game, played at the Valley Regional High School (VRHS) field, drew a huge crowd of vocal supporters. Senior Nick Cox, who made some key plays for the Warriors in Sunday’s … [Read more...] about Valley/Old Lyme Warriors Defeat GNH 26-14, Advance to Saturday’s Class SS Football State Final

Letter to the Editor: Needleman Offers Thanks to Those who Voted for Him … and Against Him

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To the Editor:On November 8, I received the great honor of being elected to represent the 33rd Senate District for a third term in the State Senate. For four years, I have worked tirelessly to advocate for our communities. I know firsthand the significance, gravity and responsibility this position represents. I could not be more proud that my supporters want me to continue this … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Needleman Offers Thanks to Those who Voted for Him … and Against Him

Needleman Unanimously Endorsed to Run for Third Term Representing State Senate 33rd District, Includes Lyme

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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

“Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse

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IVORYTON -- Last Thursday, April 7, a new musical written by Connecticut writers took the stage in Ivoryton, sparking laughter, cheers and a standing ovation. Star of Freedom, with music and lyrics by Jeff Blaney and book by Lawrence Thelen, opened the Playhouse’s 2022 Season. Based on Blaney’s concept album Exodus, Star of Freedom takes the audience on a journey with Sean … [Read more...] about “Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse

State Rep. Carney Announces Re-Election Bid for 23rd District That Includes Lyme, Old Lyme

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LYME/OLD LYME -- State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd) has announced that he is running for re-election as State Representative for the 23rd District, which includes Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook. This is his fourth re-election bid, and if elected, it will be his fifth consecutive term in office. Rep. Carney was first elected in 2014 and currently serves … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Announces Re-Election Bid for 23rd District That Includes Lyme, Old Lyme

See Hartford-based Resurgam Quartet on Stage for Essex Winter Series, Sunday

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ESSEX/LYME/OLD LYME – On Sunday, March 20, Essex Winter Series (EWS) will bring the Resurgam Quartet to the stage for its third concert of the season, the annual Fenton Brown Emerging Artists Concert. These young, talented, Hartford-based musicians will offer an exciting repertoire of music by Borne, Piazzolla, Schumann and Schubert arranged for saxophone. The concert is … [Read more...] about See Hartford-based Resurgam Quartet on Stage for Essex Winter Series, Sunday

Biega Builds as a Job, But Also as a Valued Volunteer on Numerous Old Lyme Projects

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OLD LYME/WESTBROOK -- You may not have heard the name Ken Biega, but metaphorically speaking, his fingerprints are all over numerous buildings in and around Old Lyme. Soft-spoken and with a cheerful disposition, Biega has served as a volunteer on numerous building committees in Old Lyme including the construction of the Hains Park Boathouse at Rogers Lake and the … [Read more...] about Biega Builds as a Job, But Also as a Valued Volunteer on Numerous Old Lyme Projects

This Afternoon, Essex Winter Series Presents Vince Giordano and The Nighthawks

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ESSEX, CT – The 2022 Essex Winter Series (EWS) season continues this coming Sunday, Feb. 20, with a toe-tapping, hand-clapping, feel-like-dancing concert featuring Vince Giordano and The Nighthawks, fresh from New York to the stage at Valley Regional High School in Deep River, Conn. The program for this event – the annual Stu Ingersoll Jazz Concert – will explore the music … [Read more...] about This Afternoon, Essex Winter Series Presents Vince Giordano and The Nighthawks

Essex Winter Series Concert Featuring Soprano Patricia Schuman, Pianist Bradley Moore Rescheduled to Sunday

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ESSEX -- The Essex Winter Series (EWS) concert originally scheduled for last Sunday, Jan.30, has now been rescheduled for next Sunday, Feb. 6, at Valley Regional High School in Deep River. The concert begins at 3 p.m. and doors will open at 2 p.m. The concert will feature soprano Patricia Schuman and Bradley Moore on piano. It will include a wide-ranging vocal recital of … [Read more...] about Essex Winter Series Concert Featuring Soprano Patricia Schuman, Pianist Bradley Moore Rescheduled to Sunday

Essex Winter Series Celebrates 250th Anniversary of Beethoven’s Birth with ‘BeethovenFest,’ This Afternoon

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ESSEX, CT – Celebrating the 250th anniversary of Beethoven’s birth, Essex Winter Series (EWS) hosts the rescheduled presentation of BeethovenFest on Sunday, Dec. 19, at 3 p.m. at Valley Regional High School, Deep River. The program was originally part of the organization’s 43rd season in 2020, but was postponed due to COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns. BeethovenFest, a special … [Read more...] about Essex Winter Series Celebrates 250th Anniversary of Beethoven’s Birth with ‘BeethovenFest,’ This Afternoon

Lyme-Old Lyme Junior Women’s Club Welcomes New, Current Members at Meeting Tonight

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LYME/OLD LYME --The Lyme-Old Lyme Junior Women's Club (LOLJWC), which has a pending name change to Valley Shore Women’s Club, has been meeting to schedule both fundraising and community service activities. This Thursday, Sept. 23, the club is holding a General Meeting at High Nine Brewing in Deep River. All members and potential members are welcome. Founded as a 501(c)3 … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Junior Women’s Club Welcomes New, Current Members at Meeting Tonight

Death of Carl Wohlmuth, 56, Announced; Communicant of Christ The King in Old Lyme

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IVORYTON -- Carl Wohlmuth, 56, of Ivoryton, returned to the Lord early Saturday morning, Aug. 14, 2021, in the loving care of his family ... Carl is survived by his wife, Rosa Wohlmuth of Ivoryton; son Daniel Wohlmuth and wife Carol of Middletown; sons, David and Steven Wohlmuth; daughter, Susan Wohlmuth ... A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, … [Read more...] about Death of Carl Wohlmuth, 56, Announced; Communicant of Christ The King in Old Lyme

‘Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters’ First 100 Years’ Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse

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IVORYTON – The extraordinary and life-affirming play Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters’ First 100 Years by Emily Mann (adapted from the book by Sarah L. Delany and A. Elizabeth Delany with Amy Hill Hearth) opened Aug. 12, at The Ivoryton Playhouse. Based on the New York Times bestselling novel, Having Our Say takes us into the trail-blazing worlds of Sadie and Bessie Delany, … [Read more...] about ‘Having Our Say: The Delany Sisters’ First 100 Years’ Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse