Lyme

Members sit around a table.

‘Not Written for Lyme’: Planning and Zoning Commission Works to Adapt New State Housing Law

The commission this week debated its response to new housing provisions in state law taking effect July 1. Members said the law does not take small towns into account.

Latest in Lyme
Woman with white hair in sparkly red, white and blue shirt.
Claire Sauer Named Grand Marshal of Lyme’s July 4 Parade

The longtime community leader and former state representative will lead the parade as Lyme celebrates America’s 250th anniversary.

Lyme Turns to State Police for Targeted Speed Enforcement

The town has traditionally been reluctant to initiate traffic enforcement operations for fear of targeting local speeders, according to the town constable.

Lyme-Born Abolitionist David Ruggles Gets Spotlight in Weeklong Library Series

Ruggles helped hundreds escape enslavement and built an early civil rights legacy. He's the subject of lectures, discussions and art at Lyme Public Library, June 22-27.

Buttonball Road Fire Destroys Detached Garage in Old Lyme

Multiple departments responded with no injuries reported. The fire was knocked down in under an hour, according to Old Lyme Fire Marshal Dave Roberge.

Shoreline Title Highlights Standout Season for Lyme-Old Lyme Girls Lacrosse

Led by a veteran core and seven all-conference players, the team capped an 18-2 regular season with a Shoreline Conference championship.

Graduates Told to Embrace Change, Hold on to Character at Lyme-Old Lyme Commencement

Principal James Wygonik said the class is not defined by its academic, athletic and artistic achievements. Instead, he said they'll be remembered for doing the right thing when no one is looking.

Cemetery Talk Reveals Story of Trailblazing Doctor Buried in Hadlyme

Alice Hamilton, the first female faculty member at Harvard University and a pioneer in workplace health and safety, is buried at Hadlyme Cove Cemetery with her family.

Lyme-Old Lyme High School Seniors Celebrate the End of One Road – and the Start of Another

The Class of 2026 marked their last full day as high school students with a celebratory parade along Lyme Street.

Wisialowski Launches Another Campaign for 23rd House District Seat

Old Saybrook Democrat Jane Wisialowski will vie again to represent Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and part of Westbrook.