Press Conference Held to Educate Public About Harm Caused by Hydrilla, Discuss Projects to Control Invasive Aquatic's Spread CHESTER -- On Wednesday, Aug. 16, state and federal legislators, federal agencies, and stewards of the Connecticut River, met in Chester to educate the public about testing and remediation of invasive aquatic species in the Connecticut River, … [Read more...] about National, Local Legislators Respond to Invasive Hydrilla’s Threat to CT River; Announce New Testing, Remediation Efforts
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Unanimous Vote by Lyme Board of Selectmen Changes Name to ‘Board of Selectpeople’
LYME, CT -- At its regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 7, the Lyme Board of Selectmen decided to change the name of its Board, effective immediately, to the “Board of Selectpeople” and to continue to refer to its individual members as either “Selectman” or “Selectwoman.” The change was approved unanimously by First Selectman David Lahm (R), Selectman John Kiker (D) and Selectwoman … [Read more...] about Unanimous Vote by Lyme Board of Selectmen Changes Name to ‘Board of Selectpeople’
Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Home Watch Association.
LYME, CT — Lyme Home Watch, which is owned by Bill Hurtle of Lyme, has recently earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association (NWHA). The NHWA was formed in 2009 in order to establish and maintain the highest industry standards for Home Watch and absentee homeowner services throughout the United States and Canada. Home Watch is a visual inspection of a home … [Read more...] about Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Home Watch Association.
State Rep. Carney Achieves 100% Voting Record During 2023 Regular Session
Lawmaker Present for Every Vote HARTFORD – State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd), whose district includes both Lyme and Old Lyme, has again achieved a perfect score for votes taken on the floor of the House of Representatives during the 2023 legislative session. He previously recorded 100 percent voting attendance in the years 2015 through 2020, only missing votes in … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Achieves 100% Voting Record During 2023 Regular Session
Lyme Resident Opens ‘The Curry Queen’ Indian Restaurant in Old Saybrook, Celebrity Chef Jacques Pepin Joins Celebrations
LYME/OLD SAYBROOK -- A new restaurant, owned and managed by Lyme resident Nalini Srinivasan, has opened in Old Saybrook. Describing itself as focused on homestyle, authentic Indian cuisine,The Curry Queen, located at 93 Elm St., offers both dine-in and take-out options. Asked to describe her menu, Srinivasan responded by email saying, "The menu is, at present, a simple … [Read more...] about Lyme Resident Opens ‘The Curry Queen’ Indian Restaurant in Old Saybrook, Celebrity Chef Jacques Pepin Joins Celebrations
Artisan Couple Paul and Esther Halferty Celebrate Success of Creative Arts Program in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- "Tremendously successful!" That's how Lilywork Artisan Tile founders and owners Paul and Esther Halferty sum up their participation in this year's Lymes Creative Arts program. Their custom-built tile studio is located in the center of Old Lyme at 56 Lyme St. and is the creative endeavor of the husband and wife duo. The summer program, supported by mini-grants and … [Read more...] about Artisan Couple Paul and Esther Halferty Celebrate Success of Creative Arts Program in Old Lyme
Visit Lyman Allyn Art Museum for Free Through Sept. 3, See Acclaimed ‘Barkley L. Hendricks in New London’ Exhibition
NEW LONDON – The Lyman Allyn Art Museum has a great, no-cost way to entertain friends and family during these final weeks of summer. The Museum is offering free admission to all visitors through Sept. 3, generously funded by Dominion Energy. The grant is connected to the Museum’s current exhibition, Barkley L. Hendricks in New London, which runs through … [Read more...] about Visit Lyman Allyn Art Museum for Free Through Sept. 3, See Acclaimed ‘Barkley L. Hendricks in New London’ Exhibition
Old Lyme’s Eastman-Grossel Places 13th in US Junior Olympics Heptathlon at Eugene, Ore.
EUGENE, ORE./OLD LYME -- On July 24 and 25, Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) rising junior Zoe Eastman-Grossel placed 13th in the heptathlon for the 15-16 age group in the National Junior Track & Field Olympic Championships in Eugene, Ore. She qualified for the event after winning the USA Track & Field (USATF) Region One Championships in Craryville, N.Y. , … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Eastman-Grossel Places 13th in US Junior Olympics Heptathlon at Eugene, Ore.
Ledge Blasting in East Lyme Closes I-95 Both Directions Twice Daily for 15 Minutes for 6-8 Weeks
Detours Identified, Sign up for Text Alerts EAST LYME -- Beginning Tuesday, Aug. 1, ledge blasting along I-95 will take place Monday through Thursday for a period of six to eight weeks. As a result, I-95 Northbound and Southbound will be closed twice a day between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for 15 minutes for each blast. During this time, motorists are encouraged … [Read more...] about Ledge Blasting in East Lyme Closes I-95 Both Directions Twice Daily for 15 Minutes for 6-8 Weeks
Kinship, Respite Grants Available to Help Guardians Pay for Rent, Summer Camp and Other Expenses
LYME/OLD SAYBROOK -- With so many Connecticut families feeling the financial pain of inflation, Saybrook District Probate Judge Jeannine Lewis reminds guardians caring for children that they may be eligible for thousands of dollars in grants to help with housing, food and transportation, as well as summer camp and other enrichment activities. The Saybrook … [Read more...] about Kinship, Respite Grants Available to Help Guardians Pay for Rent, Summer Camp and Other Expenses
A Letter From Paris: Celebrating ‘Le Quatorze Juillet’ in Spectacular Style
Watching the 14th of July defilé [parade] is a well-anchored tradition for the French. This year, as always, it was a two-hour impeccably choreographed event. Each French president takes it very seriously since it is an opportunity to display the military profile of the country, the vision for its future, as well as the latest technology, and to reaffirm the fact that … [Read more...] about A Letter From Paris: Celebrating ‘Le Quatorze Juillet’ in Spectacular Style
Old Lyme Library Board Issues New Statement Answering Additional Questions Related to Recent Book Challenges
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, July 27, the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Board of Trustees issued a statement titled, Old Lyme Library’s July 11th Decision … Some Questions Answered. The statement answers a series of questions about the recent book challenge process, which culminated in the decision to retain two specific books in the Teen/Tween section of the library. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library Board Issues New Statement Answering Additional Questions Related to Recent Book Challenges
Lyme Democrats Announce Slate of Candidates to Run in November Municipal Elections
Lyme DTC To Publicize, Encourage Kristina White’s Election to Board of Selectmen as a Petitioning Candidate LYME, CT – The Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) announced Wednesday, July 26, that, at a local Democratic caucus held Monday night, a slate of nine Democratic candidates was nominated and endorsed by the committee to run in the Nov. 7 municipal elections. … [Read more...] about Lyme Democrats Announce Slate of Candidates to Run in November Municipal Elections
Latest Book by Lyme Photographer Caryn B. Davis Explores Pure Beauty of ‘Connecticut Gardens’
LYME, CT -- Stunning photography by Lyme resident Caryn B. Davis highlights her latest book titled, Connecticut Gardens. This beautiful book takes readers on a visual tour of some of the state's most impressive historic, public, and private gardens. The pure beauty of the gardens on view in the book spans the spectrum from simple cottage gardens through remarkable botanical … [Read more...] about Latest Book by Lyme Photographer Caryn B. Davis Explores Pure Beauty of ‘Connecticut Gardens’
Death Announced of Margaret “Peggy” Jane Ebbets, 1967 Graduate of Old Lyme HS; Lived on Hamburg Cove for 50 Years
OLD LYME -- Margaret "Peggy" Jane Ebbets, born in Aruba, Jan. 16, 1949, passed March 10, 2023.... The family moved to "Heather Lodge" on Hamburg Cove and lived there for 50 years. She attended Harbor School, Lyme Consolidated School and graduated in 1967, from Old Lyme High School. She was a varsity cheerleader, played varsity softball and helped run gym classes. She became the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Margaret “Peggy” Jane Ebbets, 1967 Graduate of Old Lyme HS; Lived on Hamburg Cove for 50 Years