To the Editor: I am writing as a progressive Democrat to encourage all others to reelect Republican Mary Powell-St. Louis to the Region 18 School Board. Despite my readiness to argue politics, I assume that all people, regardless of political persuasion, want what is best for their children—and for other people’s children. I have no doubt that Gavin Lodge does so. Indeed, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Powell-St. Louis for Region 18 BOE, Lyme Residents ‘Deserve a Contest of Ideas, not a Barrage of Deception’
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Deadlines for Receipt of Election-Related Letters to the Editor (Updated)
LYME/OLD LYME -- The deadline to receive election-related letters to be considered for publication is 12 p.m. (noon) on Friday, Nov. 3. Letters received before that deadline, which are selected for publication, will be published on or before midnight on Saturday, Nov. 4. Letters received after 12 p.m. (noon) on Friday, Nov. 3, will not be considered for publication, unless … [Read more...] about Deadlines for Receipt of Election-Related Letters to the Editor (Updated)
Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Mary Powell-St. Louis to Region 18 Board of Education, She Continuously Demonstrates Her Focus on Putting All Kids First
To the Editor: Numerous Letters to the Editor and OpEd's have been published in LymeLine, CTExaminer, and The Day, recommending Mary Powell-St Louis' re-election to our Board of Education (BOE). I know Mary personally and, as a moderate, independent voter, would like to add my endorsement. Mary and I served together for nearly a decade as volunteer adult leaders of our … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Mary Powell-St. Louis to Region 18 Board of Education, She Continuously Demonstrates Her Focus on Putting All Kids First
Letter to the Editor: Banning is on the Ballot
To the Editor: In June, a number of candidates on the current Old Lyme and Lyme RTC slates, including Board of Ed candidates Mary Powell St. Louis and Mike Presti, signed a letter seeking removal of sex ed books from the Young Adult section of the public library. Surrogates continue this shameless campaign even now, and have gone so far as to publicly call for the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Banning is on the Ballot
Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Powell-St. Louis as Lyme Member of Region 18 BOE; She Has ‘Remarkable Set of Attributes,’ Making Her ‘an Exceptional Candidate’
To the Editor: I am writing this letter to express my wholehearted and enthusiastic support for my esteemed colleague, Mary [Powell St. Louis], who is running for reelection to the Board of Education. I have had the privilege of working closely with her on the Board of Education for four years (one year as Chair with her serving as Vice Chair) and on the Facilities and … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Powell-St. Louis as Lyme Member of Region 18 BOE; She Has ‘Remarkable Set of Attributes,’ Making Her ‘an Exceptional Candidate’
Letter to the Editor: Choose Gavin Lodge as Lyme Member of Region 18 BOE; He Will ‘Work Tirelessly’, Insure Children Receive ‘Open, Unbiased Education’
To the Editor: Gavin Lodge is a wonderful choice for Board of Education. He will work tirelessly for our children, insuring that they receive an open and unbiased education. Gavin is the father of two children in LOL [Lyme-Old Lyme] schools and knows and understands the importance of parental involvement in all facets of their education. Giving young people access to all … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Choose Gavin Lodge as Lyme Member of Region 18 BOE; He Will ‘Work Tirelessly’, Insure Children Receive ‘Open, Unbiased Education’
Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Post 1467 Named to All-American Team, One of Only Seven in CT
LYME-OLD LYME -- The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Lyme-Old Lyme Post 1467 has been recognized for outstanding contributions made by its members that has resulted in the Post being named a member of the 2022-2023 All-American VFW team. The All-American program exists to recognize exceptional leadership and teamwork, authentic accomplishments in membership growth and VFW … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Post 1467 Named to All-American Team, One of Only Seven in CT
The Movie Man: Scorsese’s ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Highlights Terrible Time in American History the US Would Prefer to Forget
Not Scorsese's Best Film, But Sure to be Showered with Awards While I do not consider Killers of the Flower Moon to be a “must see as soon as possible” movie, I definitely consider it “worth seeing.” To quote from an article in The Guardian by Greg Palast titled, Scorsese’s Killers of the Flower Moon describes the struggles of the Osage people. Here’s why they are … [Read more...] about The Movie Man: Scorsese’s ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Highlights Terrible Time in American History the US Would Prefer to Forget
Letter to the Editor: Re-elect ‘Invaluable’ Mary Powell St. Louis to Region 18 BOE for Lyme, She Offers ‘Executive, Medical, Family, Lyme Community’ Experience
To the Editor: As an unaffiliated voter, I take a lot of time to research each candidate I vote for. Although time consuming, this research fine-tunes my critical thinking so I come out with a solid decision. I do not take any cues from our national political parties. I have spent countless hours researching the two candidates for election to one of Lyme seats on the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Re-elect ‘Invaluable’ Mary Powell St. Louis to Region 18 BOE for Lyme, She Offers ‘Executive, Medical, Family, Lyme Community’ Experience
Letter to the Editor: Lyme Voters Should Elect Lodge to BOE; Committed, Involved in Community, Cognizant of Balance Between Quality Education and its Cost
To the Editor: What is necessary to qualify a person to hold an elected office in a town? Plenty of information is circulated about the candidates at the top of the ballot, but as you go down, much less information is available. How do voters make decisions on whom to vote for? The foremost prerequisite is commitment and involvement in service to the community. Have … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Lyme Voters Should Elect Lodge to BOE; Committed, Involved in Community, Cognizant of Balance Between Quality Education and its Cost
Death Announced of Kenneth M. McKeever, 80, of Old Lyme: Marine, State Trooper, Longtime Town Attorney for Lyme
OLD LYME --- Kenneth M. McKeever, 80, Marine, State Trooper, Attorney, died Oct. 16, 2023, at his home after a long illness. Ken was born in Brooklyn, New York, Feb. 25, 1943, the son of Henry J. McKeever and Serafina Spinelli. His mother died shortly after his birth while his father was in the Pacific during World War II. He was raised by various family members in New York … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Kenneth M. McKeever, 80, of Old Lyme: Marine, State Trooper, Longtime Town Attorney for Lyme
Letter to the Editor: Lodge, ‘a Fierce Opponent of Book Censorship,’ Will Serve Lyme Families Well on Region 18 BOE
To the Editor: I write in support of Gavin Lodge as the Lyme representative to the Region 18 Board of Education. Lodge will serve Lyme and its youth well. He is a father of two children in our schools, a past public school PTO co-president. He is active in Lyme’s Sustainable Committee and other town commissions. He is the executive director of 4A Arts, a national … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Lodge, ‘a Fierce Opponent of Book Censorship,’ Will Serve Lyme Families Well on Region 18 BOE
Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Kicks Off Annual ‘Sponsor a Row’ Campaign
OLD LYME -- The annual Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) Sponsor a Row campaign kicked off Oct. 1. The LOLFSG is extremely grateful to individuals, families, organizations and businesses, who sponsored the garden this season. Volunteers gave more than 800 hours, donated more than 2000 pounds of food to local food pantries, installed a pollinator … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Kicks Off Annual ‘Sponsor a Row’ Campaign
Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Region 18 BOE, Comprises Three Dedicated, Experienced Incumbents and Newcomer Presti with Multiple Strengths
To the Editor: The Old Lyme Voters have two candidates Steven Wilson and Suzanne Thompson who are running for re-election to the Board of Education. I have been working with Steven and Suzanne for two years on the BOE. It is a honor to work with both of these individuals due to their dedication, experience, and knowledge of District 18 Schools. As a new Board Member I … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Region 18 BOE, Comprises Three Dedicated, Experienced Incumbents and Newcomer Presti with Multiple Strengths
Letter to the Editor: Powell St. Louis Has Served Diligently on Region 18 BOE for Eight Years, Re-electing Her Will Maintain Party Balance for Lyme on Board
To the Editor: I write in support of the re-election of Lyme’s current Member of the Board of Education, Mary Powell St. Louis. Mary has been a diligent member of the board for eight years and has, in past elections, been re-elected without opposition. Mary has been a thoughtful advocate for parents and students, including special needs students. She is the Vice Chairman of … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Powell St. Louis Has Served Diligently on Region 18 BOE for Eight Years, Re-electing Her Will Maintain Party Balance for Lyme on Board