OLD LYME — Shaun Mastroianni has accepted the Republican nomination for the 20th State Senate District, which includes Old Lyme, along with Bozrah, East Lyme, New London, Salem, Waterford and parts of Montville and Old Saybrook. He will challenge incumbent State Sen. Martha Marx (D-New London), who has served one term.. In a news release, Mastroianni says, "As a parent, I … [Read more...] about Mastroianni Nominated by Republicans to Challenge State Sen. Martha Marx in 20th District, Includes Old Lyme
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Death Announced of Richard Hopkins Miller Jr., 62, Brother of Cynthia Miller Aird of Old Lyme
Richard Hopkins Miller, Jr. A magnetic leader in the U.S. property industry and beloved family man, dies at age 62 HINGHAM, MA—Richard Hopkins Miller Jr. of Hingham, MA, a man admired for his unwavering spirit, dedication to family and professional success, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2024, at the age of sixty-two. He fought a short but valiant battle with kidney … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Richard Hopkins Miller Jr., 62, Brother of Cynthia Miller Aird of Old Lyme
Student/Faculty ‘Beyond the Figure’ Exhibition on View at Lyme Academy Through Sept. 1
OLD LYME - The Lyme Academy of Fine Arts announces the opening on May 19 of Beyond the Figure: A Student and Faculty Exhibition. The exhibition will be on view to the public until Sept. 1, 2024. In 2021, with fresh leadership at its helm, the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts reopened its doors to students and welcomed a new generation of artists to its Core Programs. Beyond … [Read more...] about Student/Faculty ‘Beyond the Figure’ Exhibition on View at Lyme Academy Through Sept. 1
William Pitt-Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s Closes Highest-Ever Home Sale in Old Lyme
OLD LYME — On Tuesday, May 14, William Pitt-Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s International Realty announced today the closing of the highest-ever residential real estate sale in Old Lyme, Conn. The Connecticut River-front estate located at 5-1 Pilgrim Landing Rd, listed with Colette Harron and Beth Cote, sold for $4,019,500. “We are honored to have the highest sale in Old Lyme with … [Read more...] about William Pitt-Julia B. Fee Sotheby’s Closes Highest-Ever Home Sale in Old Lyme
Donations Sought to Fund Renovation of LOLMS Greenhouse by Lyme-OL Food Share Garden, LOL Schools
Joint Project Will Reduce Local Food Insecurity, Advance Student Engagement LYME/OLD LYME—The Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) is partnering with the Region 18 School District to renovate the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School greenhouse. The project will advance the garden’s mission to reduce local food insecurity while serving as a site to foster student curiosity and … [Read more...] about Donations Sought to Fund Renovation of LOLMS Greenhouse by Lyme-OL Food Share Garden, LOL Schools
A View From My Porch: American Idioms and Colloquialisms—“Let’s Blow This Popsicle Stand!”
Several weeks ago, my nine-year-old grandson, William, was introduced to the expression, “Let’s blow this popsicle stand;” and he asked his dad what was it all about. He was referred to me with a, “He used to say it all the time,” which I do not recall. Please note that he now prefers to be called “Will,” like the playwright; and so, I told him that this might be a good … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: American Idioms and Colloquialisms—“Let’s Blow This Popsicle Stand!”
Lymes’ Senior Center Bonding Referendum Passes Comfortably in Old Lyme, Funding Already Approved in Lyme
OLD LYME— In an extremely low turnout, the question of whether to approve bonding to fund the renovation and expansion of the Lymes’ Senior Center passed yesterday in Old Lyme by 285 Yes votes to 83 No votes. Funding for the Center in the Town of Lyme had previously been approved. The question on the ballot to which voters responded Yes or No was: "Shall the Town of Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Lymes’ Senior Center Bonding Referendum Passes Comfortably in Old Lyme, Funding Already Approved in Lyme
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Quarter 3 Honor Rolls—UPDATED
LYME-OLD LYME HIGH SCHOOL HONOR ROLLQuarter 3 2023-24 HIGH HONORS Grade 12: Alexis Antonellis, Emma Bayor, Oliver Berry, Alis Bicic, Drew Brackley, Natalie Buckley, Jackson Bullock, Sarah Colangelo, Emma Cook, William Coppola, Ava Cummins, Ella Curtiss-Reardon, Eric Dagher, Sydney Doboe, Marcia Geronimo, Calla Gilson, Sydney Goulding, Alexis Grasdock, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Announce Quarter 3 Honor Rolls—UPDATED
Tantummaheag: What Happened? Where Do We Go From Here?
OLD LYME—At the March 29 Special Meeting in the Old Lyme Town Hall, the Old Lyme (OL) Board of Selectmen gave the public an opportunity to comment on the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Draft between the Town of Old Lyme and the owners of 12 and 19 Tantummaheag Rd., George Frampton and Carla Darista Frampton. A press release issued April 15, by the Old Lyme First … [Read more...] about Tantummaheag: What Happened? Where Do We Go From Here?
Letter to the Editor: Clarification of Some May 7 Lymes’ Senior Center Referendum Issues for Old Lyme Voters
To the Editor: Christina and I attended the April 30 town meeting at which the Resolution “authorizing the issuance of bonds and notes to finance an existing appropriation* for the planning, design, and construction of an expanded joint Old Lyme/Lyme Senior Center was discussed by First Selectwoman Martha Shoemaker and the Board of Finance (BOF) Chair, Bennett J. Bernblum.I … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Clarification of Some May 7 Lymes’ Senior Center Referendum Issues for Old Lyme Voters
Duck River Plant Sale Takes Place This Weekend
OLD LYME—The Duck River Garden Club Plant Sale is held every year on Mother’s Day weekend under the big tent at the Old Lyme Shopping Center on Halls Rd. Sale dates this year are Friday, May 10, from 12 to 6 p.m. and Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.Buy plants for your own garden or as Mother’s Day gifts. There will be hundreds of healthy varieties including hanging … [Read more...] about Duck River Plant Sale Takes Place This Weekend
Ballot Question, Two Letters to the Editor About Lymes’ Senior Center Vote in Old Lyme
OLD LYME—The ballot question on today's vote in Old Lyme regarding the Lymes' Senior Center reads as follows: “Shall the Town of Old Lyme authorize the issuance of bonds and notes in an amount not to exceed $6,143,541 to finance an existing appropriation for the Old Lyme/Lyme Senior Center renovation project? Yes _____ No _____” Voters approving the question will … [Read more...] about Ballot Question, Two Letters to the Editor About Lymes’ Senior Center Vote in Old Lyme
Death Announced of David “Dave” Harold Berggren, 86, of Old Lyme, “a Fixture in the Old Lyme Community”
OLD LYME—The world lost a great man Feb. 1, 2024, when David "Dave" Harold Berggren, 86, of Old Lyme, passed away. Dave was born in Hartford, Oct. 23, 1937, to Hilma (Mimi) Larson Berggren and Harold (Poppy) Berggren.Dave grew up and attended school in Old Lyme, and after graduation, joined the Merchant Marines. Dave returned home and spent his life as an incredibly talented … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David “Dave” Harold Berggren, 86, of Old Lyme, “a Fixture in the Old Lyme Community”
Funding for Lymes’ Senior Center Discussed at Old Lyme Special Town Meeting, Referendum on Funding Planned for May 7
OLD LYME —This evening, Tuesday, April 30, at 7 p.m., the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen will host a Special Town Meeting in the Memorial Town Hall Meeting Room. According to Old Lyme First Selectwoman Martha Shoemaker's newsletter sent out Friday, April 26, "The purpose of this meeting is to learn more about the resolution for [the Lymes'] Senior Center funding." She … [Read more...] about Funding for Lymes’ Senior Center Discussed at Old Lyme Special Town Meeting, Referendum on Funding Planned for May 7
Old Lyme Board of Selectmen to Hold Special Meeting to Discuss, Take Action on Tantummaheag Access ‘Memo of Understanding’
OLD LYME — The Old Lyme Board of Selectmen has scheduled a Special Meeting on Monday, April 29, at 5:30 p.m. in the Memorial Town Hall Meeting Room. The agenda is focused exclusively on the draft Memorandum of Understanding between the Town of Old Lyme and George Frampton/Carla D’Arista concerning Tantummaheag Landing. Visit this link to read our article by Olwen Logan and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Board of Selectmen to Hold Special Meeting to Discuss, Take Action on Tantummaheag Access ‘Memo of Understanding’