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Nov. 12 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 446, Lyme Holds at 132

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Friday, Nov. 12, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows two new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme taking that town’s total of cumulative cases to 446. No new cases were reported in Lyme, meaning cumulative cases in that town remain at 132. This is the third day in succession that no cases have been … [Read more...] about Nov. 12 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 446, Lyme Holds at 132

A Veterans Day to Remember in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools

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OLD LYME -- In the words of Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser, "What an amazing day!" He continued in his email to LymeLine, "I have always said that Veterans Day is one the best days of the year in our schools ... and this year was no exception." The flags were out at each school in the district ... ... and each veteran was given a rousing … [Read more...] about A Veterans Day to Remember in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools

Nov. 11 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Old Lyme Takes Cumulative Case Total to 444, Lyme Holds at 132

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Thursday, Nov. 11, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows one new, confirmed COVID-19 case in Old Lyme taking that town's total of cumulative cases to 444. Prior to this case, Old Lyme had gone six days in succession with no cases. No new cases were reported in Lyme, meaning cumulative cases in that town … [Read more...] about Nov. 11 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Old Lyme Takes Cumulative Case Total to 444, Lyme Holds at 132

Death Announced of Henry L. Friel, Jr. of Hadlyme, Father of Peter of Old Lyme, Father-in-Law of the Late Michelle Friel

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HADLYME -- Henry L. Friel, Jr., of Hadlyme, beloved husband of Lucynda R. (Gallia) Friel, died Sunday November 7, 2021 at Chestelm Health Care Center, East Haddam ... Besides his wife Lucynda, Henry is survived by five children, Mark Friel and his partner Susan Girard of Sea Cliff, NY, Peter Friel of Old Lyme, Mary Ann Fulner and her husband Brad of Killingworth, Matthew … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Henry L. Friel, Jr. of Hadlyme, Father of Peter of Old Lyme, Father-in-Law of the Late Michelle Friel

We Thank and Honor Our Veterans Today; Numerous Ceremonies Planned in Lyme, Old Lyme

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LYME/OLD LYME -- On Thursday, Nov. 11, a Veterans' Day Ceremony will be hosted by the Lyme Veterans' Memorial Committee at 11 a.m. at the Lyme Veteran's Memorial, 480 Hamburg Rd., by Lyme Town Hall. Meanwhile, down in Old Lyme, a brief Flagpole Ceremony will be held at the Old Lyme Town Hall at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome to these ceremonies. Lyme-Old Lyme Schools will … [Read more...] about We Thank and Honor Our Veterans Today; Numerous Ceremonies Planned in Lyme, Old Lyme

Nov. 10 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Lyme Takes Cumulative Case Total to 132, Old Lyme Holds Steady at 443

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows one new, confirmed COVID-19 case in Lyme taking that town's total of cumulative cases to 132. Prior to this case, Lyme had gone 23 days in succession with no cases. No new cases were reported in Old Lyme, meaning cumulative cases in that town … [Read more...] about Nov. 10 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Lyme Takes Cumulative Case Total to 132, Old Lyme Holds Steady at 443

Nov. 4 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 443; Lyme Steady at 131

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Thursday, Nov. 4, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows  two new cases in Old Lyme taking that town’s cumulative total of COVID-19 to 443. No new cases were reported in Lyme leaving the cumulative total of cases there at 131. This is the 18th day in succession that no new cases have been reported in … [Read more...] about Nov. 4 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 443; Lyme Steady at 131

Election Reaction From Both Parties in Old Lyme

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OLD LYME -- UPDATED 11/5 with the Old Lyme Democratic Campaign Manager's comments: Asked her reaction to Tuesday's results, Anna Reiter, who served as the Old Lyme Democratic Campaign Manager, responded to our question by email saying, "I am thrilled that voters elected 10 very qualified and dedicated democrats Tuesday. We are of course disappointed that we didn’t win a few … [Read more...] about Election Reaction From Both Parties in Old Lyme

Nov. 3 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Old Lyme Takes Cumulative Total to 441; Lyme Steady at 131

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Wednesday, Nov. 3, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows one new case in Old Lyme taking that town's  cumulative total of COVID-19 to 441. No new cases were reported in Lyme leaving the cumulative total of cases there at 131. This is the 17th day in succession that no new cases have been reported in … [Read more...] about Nov. 3 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Old Lyme Takes Cumulative Total to 441; Lyme Steady at 131

Death Announced of Henry ‘Hank’ Thomas Golet of Old Lyme; Acclaimed Nature Photographer, Tireless OL Land Trust Volunteer, Father of Nikki Berry of Lyme

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OLD LYME -- Henry Thomas Golet, of Old Lyme, Connecticut, passed away on October 15, 2021 at the age of 84. Henry, or “Hank” as he was known to many, died peacefully at home with the sounds of birds and his water garden outside his open door. Born in Middletown, Connecticut, Hank was the son of the late Walter “Jack” and Louise (Ryczek) Golet, and grew up in Moodus. His … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Henry ‘Hank’ Thomas Golet of Old Lyme; Acclaimed Nature Photographer, Tireless OL Land Trust Volunteer, Father of Nikki Berry of Lyme

Nov. 2 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme Leave Cumulative Totals Respectively at 131, 440

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LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Tuesday, Nov. 2, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows no new cases in Lyme or Old Lyme leaving the respective cumulative totals of COVID-19 cases at 131 for Lyme and 440 for Old Lyme. This is the 16th day in succession that no new cases have been reported in Lyme. The state does not issue reports … [Read more...] about Nov. 2 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme Leave Cumulative Totals Respectively at 131, 440

Democrats Retain Top Spot in Lyme Uncontested, Make Other Gains Notably on Board of Finance

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LYME – The only real race in Lyme saw Democrats Bob House and Alan Sheiness edge out Republican Bruce Anderson for seats on the board of finance. All other races in Lyme were uncontested so Democrat Steve Mattson remains as First Selectman with fellow Democrat John Kiker as Second Selectman. David Lahm joins the board as the minority Republican. On learning the results of … [Read more...] about Democrats Retain Top Spot in Lyme Uncontested, Make Other Gains Notably on Board of Finance

It’s Election Day! Where to Vote in Person, How to Vote by Absentee Ballot, How to Register to Vote on Election Day

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LYME/OLD LYME -- Tuesday, Nov. 2 is election day. Here is a summary of important details to assist you in the voting process. We will publish the results as soon as possible after they are announced. IN-PERSON VOTING For LYME Residents For voters who wish to vote in person, the polls at Lyme Town Hall, 480 Hamburg Rd., Lyme, will be open Tuesday, Nov. 2, from 6 a.m. … [Read more...] about It’s Election Day! Where to Vote in Person, How to Vote by Absentee Ballot, How to Register to Vote on Election Day

Nov. 1 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 440, Lyme Holds at 131

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LYME/OLD LYME — UPDATED 11:45am: The Daily Data Report issued Monday, Nov. 1, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows two new cases in Old Lyme taking the cumulative total of COVID-19 cases in that town to 440. No new cases were reported in Lyme keeping that town's cumulative total at 131 for the 16th day in succession. The state does not issue … [Read more...] about Nov. 1 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 440, Lyme Holds at 131