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Town of Lyme Awarded Sustainable CT Certification, One of Only Four Towns in State to Achieve Prestigious Bronze Level

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LYME, CT – On Wednesday, June 1, the Town of Lyme announced that is one of four Connecticut municipalities to be recognized this spring for achieving Sustainable CT certification. Lyme met high standards in a broad range of sustainability accomplishments to qualify for the prestigious bronze-level certification.   Sustainable CT is a statewide initiative that inspires and … [Read more...] about Town of Lyme Awarded Sustainable CT Certification, One of Only Four Towns in State to Achieve Prestigious Bronze Level

June 3 COVID-19 Update: No Change in 159 CT Towns in Case Rate Red Zone, NL County Moved to ‘Low’ ‘Community Level’ by CDC, 10 New Cases in Old Lyme Since June 1, One in Lyme

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Over 94% of CT Towns Remain in Case Rate Red Zone LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Thursday and Friday, June 2 and 3, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show a total of 10 new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme and one in Lyme compared with June 1 numbers. These cases raise Old Lyme’s cumulative case total to 1292 from 1282 on June … [Read more...] about June 3 COVID-19 Update: No Change in 159 CT Towns in Case Rate Red Zone, NL County Moved to ‘Low’ ‘Community Level’ by CDC, 10 New Cases in Old Lyme Since June 1, One in Lyme

Old Lyme Girls Tennis Power Into State Semifinals with 7-0 Win Over Cromwell

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OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, top-seeded Old Lyme Girls Tennis advanced to the semifinals of the Class S state tournament with a powerful 7-0 win over #9 Cromwell. Playing at home again, Old Lyme now faces #3 seeds Litchfield on Thursday. On Tuesday, the girls took just around one hour to defeat #16 St. Bernard, again winning by s convincing 7-0. Wednesday's results, with … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Girls Tennis Power Into State Semifinals with 7-0 Win Over Cromwell

Lyme-Old Lyme Baseball, Softball Teams Both Notch Big Wins to Advance to State Quarterfinals

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Baseball On Wednesday afternoon, Old Lyme, seeded #22, advanced to the quarter-finals of the CIAC Class S Baseball Tournament with an impressive 5-0 win over #6 seeds Coventry. Old Lyme now face #3 Somers away on Saturday at a time to be announced. Aidan Ward led the the Lyme-Old Lyme Wildcats to victory by throwing a seven-inning complete game with a two-hit shutout … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Baseball, Softball Teams Both Notch Big Wins to Advance to State Quarterfinals

June 1 COVID 19 Update: 16 New Cases in Old Lyme Since May 27, Two in Lyme; Cumulative Totals Respectively 1282, 314

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Tuesday, May 31, and Wednesday June 1, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) shows a total of 16 new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme and two in Lyme compared with May 27 numbers. These cases raise Old Lyme’s cumulative case total to 1282 from 1266 on May 27, and similarly Lyme’s to 314 from 312 on the same … [Read more...] about June 1 COVID 19 Update: 16 New Cases in Old Lyme Since May 27, Two in Lyme; Cumulative Totals Respectively 1282, 314

Old Lyme’s Parade Fills Air with Pride and Patriotism, Music and Merriment

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OLD LYME -- UPDATED 6/2: The sun shone brightly as the traditional Old Lyme parade proceeded down Lyme Street and McCurdy Rd. to the Duck River Cemetery. Mirth and merriment along with pride and patriotism filled the air as the colorful parade made its way down to the route to resounding cheers from all the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Parade Fills Air with Pride and Patriotism, Music and Merriment

Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade Starts TODAY at 11am, LYSB Invites “Anyone on Wheels” to March With Them

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OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Memorial Day Parade will kick off from the Lyme Street Firehouse at 11 a.m. today, Monday, May 30, and continue to the Duck River Cemetery where appropriate ceremonies hosted by VFW Post 1467 will be held to honor the country's fallen Veterans. There will be marchers from Old Lyme including the Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) High and Middle School Bands and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Memorial Day Parade Starts TODAY at 11am, LYSB Invites “Anyone on Wheels” to March With Them

May 29 COVID-19 Update: Slight Reduction in Number of CT Case Rate Red Zone Towns, NL County Reclassified as ‘Medium’ by CDC for ‘Community Level’; Old Lyme Reports 10 New Cases Since Monday, Lyme Has Three

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Tuesday through Friday, May 24-27, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) shows a total of 10 new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme and three in Lyme compared with May 23 numbers. These cases raise Old Lyme’s cumulative case total to 1266 from 1256 on May 23, and similarly Lyme’s to 312 from 309 on the same … [Read more...] about May 29 COVID-19 Update: Slight Reduction in Number of CT Case Rate Red Zone Towns, NL County Reclassified as ‘Medium’ by CDC for ‘Community Level’; Old Lyme Reports 10 New Cases Since Monday, Lyme Has Three

Exhibition, Sale of New Works by Jasper Goodrich, Morteza Khakshoor on View at Cooley Gallery in Old Lyme

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The Cooley Gallery's First Endemic Era Show, 'Where They Began,' is Guest Curated by International Artist, Lyme Resident Christian Brechneff OLD LYME, CT – The Cooley Gallery has announced its first exhibition in over two years and for this special show, the gallery joins forces with the artist, Christian Brechneff of Lyme, Conn. Where They Began, is an exhibition and … [Read more...] about Exhibition, Sale of New Works by Jasper Goodrich, Morteza Khakshoor on View at Cooley Gallery in Old Lyme

‘Friends of Music’ Hosts ‘Great Gatsby Gala’ Tonight; All Welcome

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OLD LYME -- On Thursday, May 26, from 6 to 9 p.m., the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Friends of Music (FOM) will host a Great Gatsby Gala at the Old Lyme Inn. This scholarship fundraising event is sure to be an enjoyable evening, with plenty of food/drinks, and  entertainment. 1920s attire is strictly optional, but encouraged at the themed cocktail party. There will also be an … [Read more...] about ‘Friends of Music’ Hosts ‘Great Gatsby Gala’ Tonight; All Welcome

Lyme DTC Urgently Calls for US Senators to Take Action on Guns

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LYME – The Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) today, May 25, issued the following  statement:   “The Lyme Democratic Town Committee today urgently called on Connecticut Senators Chris Murphy and Richard Blumenthal, as well as Senate majority leader Chuck Schumer, to bring forward federal  gun legislation in the U.S. Senate that would help stop the ongoing plague of gun … [Read more...] about Lyme DTC Urgently Calls for US Senators to Take Action on Guns

Old Lyme’s Fenton, Bass Win Shoreline Doubles Championship, OL’s Hunt Girls Are Runners-up

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In a remarkable turn of events, two Lyme-Old Lyme Girls Tennis doubles teams faced each other in yesterday's Shoreline Championship match. After a thrilling contest, #1 seeds Livie Bass and Alexis Fenton defeated their team-mates and #3 seeds Aggie Hunt and Beatrice Hunt 6-2, 6-4. This was the second year in a row for Fenton to win a shoreline doubles … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Fenton, Bass Win Shoreline Doubles Championship, OL’s Hunt Girls Are Runners-up

May 23 COVID-19 Daily Update: 15 Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 1256, Two in Lyme Raise Total There to 309

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Monday, May 23, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) shows a total of 15 new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme and two in Lyme compared with May 20 numbers. A reminder to readers that the CT DPH does not issue reports over the weekend so Monday's numbers reflect three days results rather than the usual single … [Read more...] about May 23 COVID-19 Daily Update: 15 Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 1256, Two in Lyme Raise Total There to 309

State Rep. Carney Hosts Post-Session Office Hours in Old Saybrook, 5-6pm Today

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OLD SAYBROOK/LYME/OLD LYME -- State Rep. Carney (R-23rd) offers local residents an opportunity to meet with him on Tuesday, May 24, in Old Saybrook at Acton Library from 5 to 6 p.m. He will be available to discuss the recently concluded 2022 legislative session and any questions you may have about state issues. Readers, who are unable to attend, but would like to contact Rep. … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Hosts Post-Session Office Hours in Old Saybrook, 5-6pm Today