Editor's Note:We are delighted to welcome a guest author to our 'Literature in the Lymes' column today and it is none other than the talented daughter of Jennifer Petty Hilger, our regular book reviewer. Campbell Mann is a writer from Lyme, Conn. After training as an operatic mezzo-soprano at The Boston Conservatory, she has since worked as a poet and mixed-media artist. She … [Read more...] about A Special Halloween ‘Literature in the Lymes’: ‘Frankenstein’ by Mary Shelley
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Death Announced of Roberta “Bobbie” Elizabeth Kenyon of Lyme; Accomplished Artist, Lover of All Animals
LYME—On October 2, 2024, the birds, squirrels, possums, and other creatures bowed their heads in sorrow as Roberta "Bobbie" Elizabeth Kenyon, the partner and best friend of Ron Denman for over 40 years, passed away peacefully at her home in Lyme, CT. Bobbie was born on Thursday, August 7, 1952, in Amityville, Long Island, NY, to Phoebe Ruth Dartnall Kenyon and David … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Roberta “Bobbie” Elizabeth Kenyon of Lyme; Accomplished Artist, Lover of All Animals
Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Launches Second Annual Sponsor a Row Campaign
OLD LYME—The annual Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) Sponsor a Row campaign kicked off on Oct. 1, 2024. The LOLFSG is immensely grateful to individuals, families, organizations, and businesses who sponsored the garden this season. This year volunteers donated more than 1100 hours, gave more than 4700 pounds of food to local food pantries, installed a hoop house, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Launches Second Annual Sponsor a Row Campaign
Death of Internationally-Acclaimed Designer Peter F. Carlson of Old Lyme Announced
LYME, CT—Designer Peter F. Carlson, age 70, died unexpectedly at his home in Old Lyme, Aug. 14, 2024. Originally hailing from Boston, Mass., Peter resided in various locations before establishing himself in a drafty but charming barn he imported from New Hampshire and transformed into a remarkable home. While it may lack a sunroom - a feature he often wished he could add - … [Read more...] about Death of Internationally-Acclaimed Designer Peter F. Carlson of Old Lyme Announced
Police Officers Assn. of CT Endorses Norm Needleman for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
The Police Officers Association of Connecticut has endorsed State Senator Norm Needleman for another term in the Connecticut State Senate. As the First Selectman of Essex, Sen. Needleman works directly with police and first responders in his community. As a State Senator, he has taken steps to engage with local police departments, assist them where and … [Read more...] about Police Officers Assn. of CT Endorses Norm Needleman for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District
LYME/OLD LYME/OLD SAYBROOK/ - Leading reproductive rights organizations Planned Parenthood of Connecticut and Reproductive Equity Now have both endorsed Jane Wisialowski in her campaign for 23rd District State Representative (Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Old Lyme, and Lyme). These endorsements highlight Wisialowski’s commitment to reproductive rights and … [Read more...] about ‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Give Update on PK-8 Building Project
Project Costs for Three of Four Schools Now $119K Under Budget OLD LYME—The Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Board of Education has today given an update on the progress of the PK-8 Building Project for which voters approved $57,555,000 in November 2022. The project itself is, more accurately, two different projects as they are being supported by two different state grant … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Give Update on PK-8 Building Project
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Awarded Michael’s Cup for Sportsmanship for Sixth Consecutive Year
OLD LYME—UPDATED 10/10 WITH COMMENTS FROM LOL SCHOOLS ATHLETIC DIRECTOR. On Monday, Oct. 7, Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) will be recognized as a recipient of the 2023-24 Michaels Jewelers Achievement Cup Award during the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference's (CIAC) 18th Annual Sportsmanship Conference. Announcing the award in a press release, the (CIAC) … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Awarded Michael’s Cup for Sportsmanship for Sixth Consecutive Year
Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)-Infected Mosquitoes Found in Lyme, 15 More CT Towns
State Mosquito Management Program Warns CT Residents of Continuing Risk of EEE NEW HAVEN – In a press release dated Oct. 4, the State Mosquito Management Program reported that Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)-infected mosquitoes had been reported in Lyme and 15 other Connecticut towns. The other towns in the state where EEE-infected mosquitoes have been found are … [Read more...] about Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE)-Infected Mosquitoes Found in Lyme, 15 More CT Towns
LYSB, Old Lyme Town Hall Hold Halloween Candy Drive for Lyme Street ‘Trick or Treating’
OLD LYME -- Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and Old Lyme Town Hall are again collecting donations of Halloween candy for their neighbors in the Old Lyme Village. For years, children and families have enjoyed the tradition of trick or treating on Lyme Street and surrounding streets. In recent years, more than 750 children went door-to-door in the village area. If your … [Read more...] about LYSB, Old Lyme Town Hall Hold Halloween Candy Drive for Lyme Street ‘Trick or Treating’
Death Announced of Gunilla Birgitta James of Old Lyme, Wife of George James Jr. of OL, Mother of Kristina White of Lyme
OLD LYME—Gunilla Birgitta James (nee Hammar) 86, of Old Lyme, CT passed away at her residence on September 30, 2024 after suffering from Alzheimer's. She was the beloved wife of George Arthur James Jr. with whom she shared 64 years of marriage. Gunilla, born in Stockholm, Sweden to Gustav and Birgit Hammar, met and fell in love with George, while they both were working at … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gunilla Birgitta James of Old Lyme, Wife of George James Jr. of OL, Mother of Kristina White of Lyme
Soccer: Old Lyme Girls Defeat Old Rival Saybrook
OLD SAYBROOK—On Monday, the Old Lyme girls, coached by Caroline Wallace and playing away, defeated perennial rival Old Saybrook 2-1. Wildcat goals were scored by Brooke Burgess and Mia Bonnati, with an assist by Bonnati on the first goal. Goalkeeper Olivia Kelly made 13 saves for the Wildcats Old Lyme's record now stands at 4-2. Annalise Sarette and Alexandra … [Read more...] about Soccer: Old Lyme Girls Defeat Old Rival Saybrook
Old Lyme Sports Round-up: Mix of Wins, Losses for Old Lyme Teams
Boy's SoccerOn Monday, Sept. 16, Old Saybrook defeated Old Lyme 3-0. Coached by Allyson Gleason, the Wildcats were playing at home and their record now stands at 2-4-0.Casey DeAngelo, Reggie Duque and Christain Dutra scored for Saybrook. Carlos Velez Torres made four saves for Old Saybrook while Sam Edmed made 11 for Old Lyme. Old Lyme's record is now … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Sports Round-up: Mix of Wins, Losses for Old Lyme Teams
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