Happy New Year, everyone! Well, here we go, as you sit in your arm chair and dream about fragrant bloom and delicious vegetables in your garden. However, it is never too early to plan for this season in your garden. My motto has always been to plan, before action and production. Mother Nature is waiting for us with her gifts of renewal, growth and nourishment as we begin … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips from ‘The English Lady’ for January, ‘The Month for Dreaming’
Old Lyme
Death Announced of David Warner Thompson, 93, 30-Year Resident of Old Lyme in ’90s, Father of Rebecca Crosby of OL
NORWICH, CT/OLD LYME — David Warner Thompson, 93, died peacefully at Backus Hospital in Norwich on January 16, 2024, with his beloved wife of 70 years by his side. He was born at home on March 15, 1930, in the Big Pond area of Bradford County, PA. In 1950 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War on the U.S.S. Sperry Sub-Tender stationed at the San Diego … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David Warner Thompson, 93, 30-Year Resident of Old Lyme in ’90s, Father of Rebecca Crosby of OL
Lymes Creative Arts Makes Call for Summer 2024 Proposals
Instructor Mini-grants up to $1000 Offered Plus Materials to Lead Hands-on Arts Opportunities for Lyme and Old Lyme Teens This Summer LYME-OLD LYME — The application window is now open for instructors wishing to lead arts programming for Lyme and Old Lyme teens this summer. Lymes Creative Arts is offering mini-grants of up to $1000 plus materials to instructors providing … [Read more...] about Lymes Creative Arts Makes Call for Summer 2024 Proposals
Death Announced of Norman Misheloff, 99, of Old Lyme; Served in US Army as Radio-Operator/Gunner on B24 Bomber in WWII
OLD LYME — Norman Misheloff was born Aug. 26, 1925, in New Haven. He died Jan. 11, 2024. Norman was the only child of Herman and Ada Misheloff and husband to the late Lillian Collins, whom he was married to for many years.In his senior year of high school, Norman answered the call to serve his country in World War II by joining the United States Army. There, he flew as a … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Norman Misheloff, 99, of Old Lyme; Served in US Army as Radio-Operator/Gunner on B24 Bomber in WWII
Republican Duigou Announces Candidacy for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
COLCHESTER/LYME — Citing the need for “fresh, family-focused ideas” in the Connecticut legislature, Colchester’s Jeff Duigou announced yesterday that he is running to be the next Connecticut Senator from the 33rd District. The 33rd District includes Lyme along with Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Portland, Westbrook and … [Read more...] about Republican Duigou Announces Candidacy for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
Op-Ed: Old Lyme Resident Celebrates 45 Years of US Citizenship; Anniversary Sparks Recognition of Need for ‘Vigilance’ to Preserve Democracy
1/18: Updated with revised title: One July day in 1961, my mother and I landed at Idlewild Airport (now JFK) to join my father in America. My parents made the decision to emigrate from Scotland in search of a better life for their two-year old son and any other children who might follow. That move would eventually include my two sisters. January 9th marked the 45th year of … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Old Lyme Resident Celebrates 45 Years of US Citizenship; Anniversary Sparks Recognition of Need for ‘Vigilance’ to Preserve Democracy
Death Announced of James Anthony Kerwin II, 33, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2009
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our son, brother, uncle, and friend James Anthony Kerwin II, who left us too soon at the age of 33 on Friday, January 5, 2024. James was born on June 6, 1990 in Hartford, Connecticut to Dennis and Karen Kerwin. He graduated from Lyme-Old-Lyme High School in 2009 ... ... He also enjoyed spending time with family and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of James Anthony Kerwin II, 33, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2009
Death announced of Gretchen M. Stanland, Mother of David of Old Lyme
UPDATED 1/17 with full obituary: Gretchen M. Stanland met the Lord on Saturday, January 13th. She was born August 4, 1938, in New Britain, the daughter of Helen and Clement Marsh. Gretchen grew up and stayed in New Britain, graduating from New Britain high-school in 1956 along with her predeceased husband, Andrew Stanland. In Boston, she gained her Bachelor of Arts from … [Read more...] about Death announced of Gretchen M. Stanland, Mother of David of Old Lyme
Letter From Paris: Three Major Exhibits Dominate Parisian Art Scene This Winter
Tragic link between the featured artists is that they all committed suicide PARIS, FRANCE -- The art scene in Paris during the last month of 2023 was quite intense. Three major exhibits of artists—coming respectively from France, the US and the Netherlands—attracted a sophisticated, international public. These artists have nothing in common, except that all three of them … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Three Major Exhibits Dominate Parisian Art Scene This Winter
Three New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
OLD LYME -- This winter, the Lyme Art Association (LAA) celebrates the new year with three exciting exhibitions, namely, First Impressions: 32nd Annual Associate Artist , Congratulations, and Nostalgia. First Impressions: 32nd Annual Associate Artist includes a full range of media and themes created by LAA’s Associate Artists. Congratulations features works by the … [Read more...] about Three New Shows on View at Lyme Art Association
State Sen. Needleman Announces Run for Fourth Term Representing 33rd District, Includes Lyme
HARTFORD/ESSEX/LYME—Yesterday, State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) announced he is running for a fourth term in the State Senate. First elected in 2018, Sen. Needleman represents the 33rd Senate District, which includes the town of Lyme along with Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Old Saybrook, Portland … [Read more...] about State Sen. Needleman Announces Run for Fourth Term Representing 33rd District, Includes Lyme
Lower CT River Land Trust Invites Nominations for ‘Melvin Woody Conservation Award’
ESSEX/LYME/OLD LYME—The Lower Connecticut River Land Trust invites nominations for their 2023 fourth annual award of the Melvin Woody Lower Connecticut River Conservation Award. Nominations can either be for an organization or an individual that you feel has significantly contributed to the conservation of the lower Connecticut River region. This award is named after one of … [Read more...] about Lower CT River Land Trust Invites Nominations for ‘Melvin Woody Conservation Award’
Survey Offered to Receive Public Input on Pollution Reduction for CT’s Climate Action Plan
HARTFORD—The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP) is leading the development of the state's Climate Pollution Reduction Grant Priority Climate Action Plan with proposed actions the state may implement to reduce the air pollution that is warming our planet, clean up our air, and provide important benefits to communities in the state, such as … [Read more...] about Survey Offered to Receive Public Input on Pollution Reduction for CT’s Climate Action Plan
What Water Quality Topics, Locations Are Important to You? CT DEEP Accepting Responses Through Feb. 16
OLD LYME -- The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP) is hosting a conversation about water quality priority focus topics and potential waters for development in order to develop Water Quality Action Plans for the state. Written comments may be submitted through email or regular mail by February 16, 2024. Email comments should be … [Read more...] about What Water Quality Topics, Locations Are Important to You? CT DEEP Accepting Responses Through Feb. 16
Death Announced of Robert Christian Frost of Old Lyme
OLD LYME—With much sadness we announce the passing of Robert Christian Frost, born May 9, 1940, to Marius and Ruth Frost of West Hartford ...Robert married his beloved wife, Mary Gay Frost, Dec. 19, 1973, and they were blessed to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this December.With marriage they brought together their beautiful children: Robert Frost Jr., Lisa Taute, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Robert Christian Frost of Old Lyme