LYME, CT—The Lyme Grange will be having their first ever Tag Sale alongside the Lyme Public Hall event on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Proceeds from the sale will support both the maintenance and preservation of the Grange Building and the Fairgrounds and future programs for the public. This sale will focus solely on children’s toys and games, along … [Read more...] about Lyme Grange Holds Inaugural Children’s-Themed Tag Sale Today, 9-1
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Hadlyme Public Hall Hosts Free Presentation on ‘What’s Driving Home Sales?’ Tomorrow, All Welcome
HADLYME—On Sunday, Sept. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m., come to Hadlyme Public Hall to learn about what’s driving local home sales in Hadlyme and beyond. Alysson Cotton of William Pitt Sotheby’s International Realty, who lives in Lyme and works from Sotheby’s Old Lyme office, will go deep into changes in local sales trends and buyer demographics based on nearly … [Read more...] about Hadlyme Public Hall Hosts Free Presentation on ‘What’s Driving Home Sales?’ Tomorrow, All Welcome
Allik is Named Lyme-Old Lyme Schools ‘Teacher of the Year’, Karpinski is ‘Employee of the Year’
OLD LYME—In time-honored tradition, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser announced the District's Teacher of the Year and Employee of the Year at the Convocation assembly held Monday in Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS.) Longtime LOLHS art teacher William 'Will' Allik, who has been working for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools since 2004, was named Teacher of the Year. … [Read more...] about Allik is Named Lyme-Old Lyme Schools ‘Teacher of the Year’, Karpinski is ‘Employee of the Year’
Smiles Abound on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Opening Day
LYME/OLD LYME–This past Tuesday, Aug. 27, was filled with hugs and smiles—and a few nervous steps and glances—as the first day of a new school year in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools unfolded. Asked how the day had gone, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser told LymeLine exclusively in a text message, "We were happy to welcome our students back to school for what looks … [Read more...] about Smiles Abound on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Opening Day
Death Announced of Megan Moore Eno of Lyme, Mother of Trudy Burgess of OL; Services to be Held Oct. 12
LYME, CT — Megan Moore Eno, beloved wife, mother, sister and friend, passed away peacefully Aug. 14, 2024, at the age of 79. Megan was born to Shirley Flower Moore and William G. Moore Jan. 10, 1945, in New York City. She spent her early years in Greenwich, attending grammar school at Greenwich Academy. In Greenwich, she enjoyed spending time with her large extended family, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Megan Moore Eno of Lyme, Mother of Trudy Burgess of OL; Services to be Held Oct. 12
Visitors Enjoyed Music, Games, Rides, Food at Hamburg Fair
LYME, CT—The Hamburg Fair celebrated its 121st anniversary this year and visitors enjoyed music, fun-filled rides galore, great food and drink options, and no end of family-oriented activities and contests for crafts, flowers, children's art, handcrafts, home goods, fruits and vegetables. Scenes from Saturday morning at the 2024 Hamburg Fair Photos courtesy of the Heike … [Read more...] about Visitors Enjoyed Music, Games, Rides, Food at Hamburg Fair
Lyme, Old Lyme Democrats Host Annual Summer Picnic; Sen. Blumenthal, Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz, Other Local Dignitaries, Candidates Attend
LYME, CT—Around 70 Democrats from Lyme and Old Lyme attended an event at the Lyme Public Hall on Saturday Afternoon. U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, Connecticut Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz, Connecticut Attorney General William Tong, State Senator Norm Needleman, and District 23 State Representative Candidate Jane Wisialowski all spoke about the upcoming election. … [Read more...] about Lyme, Old Lyme Democrats Host Annual Summer Picnic; Sen. Blumenthal, Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz, Other Local Dignitaries, Candidates Attend
Sales Tax-Free Week in CT Begins, Runs Through Saturday
Just a quick reminder that Sales Tax-Free Week in Connecticut begins Sunday, August 18, and runs through Saturday, August 24. During this weeklong sales-tax holiday, retail purchases of most clothing and footwear items priced under $100 are exempt from Connecticut sales tax. The exemption applies to each eligible item priced under $100, regardless of the total number of … [Read more...] about Sales Tax-Free Week in CT Begins, Runs Through Saturday
US Senate Republican Primary Sees Lyme, OL Pick Different Winners, AP Calls Race for Corey
LYME/OLD LYME— Two towns, two different results. Tuesday's US Senate Republican Primary in Old Lyme ended with 78 votes for Gerry Smith and 43 for Matthew Corey, while in contrast in Lyme, Corey polled 32 votes to Smith's 14. In Old Lyme, there were 26 Early Votes and three Absentee Ballots—Lyme recorded 14 Early Votes. Turnout was remarkably low in both towns. Old … [Read more...] about US Senate Republican Primary Sees Lyme, OL Pick Different Winners, AP Calls Race for Corey
Ledge Light HD Lifts Swimming Advisory for Rogers Lake
OLD LYME—Rogers Lake (Hains Park) in Old Lyme was posted with a swimming advisory on Tuesday, Aug. 6, and re-sampled on Wednesday, Aug. 7. Results showed that elevated bacteria levels persisted, and the beach was resampled again on Friday, Aug. 9. Results were within acceptable limits, and the advisory was lifted on on Saturday, Aug. 10. … [Read more...] about Ledge Light HD Lifts Swimming Advisory for Rogers Lake
Literature in the Lymes: ‘Piranesi’ by Susanna Clarke
I just know I can’t really do this book justice. I love it and writing about it immediately takes some of the magic away but I suppose if Susannah Clarke could do it, I can at least try. Who is Piranesi? Where is he? He is writing this book as a journal from a place that is both a world and a house. This house has tides. This world has floors and wings and grand halls. … [Read more...] about Literature in the Lymes: ‘Piranesi’ by Susanna Clarke
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Graduate Liam Corrigan WINS GOLD Medal in US Men’s Four in Paris Olympics! UPDATED with NEW TEXT & PHOTOS
PARIS, FRANCE/OLD LYME-- Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) graduate Liam Corrigan won a gold medal in the Mens' Four at the Paris Olympics in a remarkable time of 5:49:03. This was the U.S. men’s first rowing gold medal of the Olympic Games Paris 2024. The Team USA boat led from the 500-meter mark of the race held at at the Vaires-sur-Marne Nautical Stadium and secured the … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Graduate Liam Corrigan WINS GOLD Medal in US Men’s Four in Paris Olympics! UPDATED with NEW TEXT & PHOTOS
Lyme-Old Lyme Troop 26 Scouts, Leaders Hike 90 Miles in 12 Days in New Mexico
LYME/OLD LYME —Twenty-two Scouts and Scout Leaders from Lyme-Old Lyme Troop 26 recently completed 90 miles of hiking over 12 days in Northern New Mexico. The Scouts visited Philmont Scout Ranch, a 214-sq. mile rugged mountain wilderness area. The Ranch offered the Scouts the chance to learn leadership and outdoor skills as they backpacked to a new wilderness … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Troop 26 Scouts, Leaders Hike 90 Miles in 12 Days in New Mexico
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Corrigan Looking for Gold in US Men’s Four at Paris Olympics
LYME/OLD LYME — Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) 2015 graduate Liam Corrigan will represent the United States at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, which start on Friday. He will be a member of the US Men’s Four boat in the rowing competition. Heats 1 and 2 of the Men’s Four contest will be held respectively on Sunday, July 28, at 12:50 and 1 p.m. Central European Summer Time … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Corrigan Looking for Gold in US Men’s Four at Paris Olympics
Valley Shore Animal Welfare League Seeks New Members, Supporters; has Dogs, Cats Available for Adoption
WESTBROOK—Located on Horse Hill Road in Westbrook, Valley Shore Animal Welfare League (VSAWL) is a haven for four-legged friends and those looking to adopt them. At VSAWL both cats and dogs are sheltered and provided with necessary veterinary care and companionship. A dedicated group of staff and volunteers care for the animals’ daily needs as well as maintain the building … [Read more...] about Valley Shore Animal Welfare League Seeks New Members, Supporters; has Dogs, Cats Available for Adoption