OLD LYME–Record attendance Wednesday night at the rescheduled Town Budget Meeting resulted in the passage of a $45.39 million 2025-26 budget and several new or amended ordinances. Residents and taxpayers in the Lyme-Old Lyme High School auditorium raised fluorescent green chits in the air to signify their voting status as they approved the budget in a 167 to 40 vote. It … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: More than 200 Hands Raised at Old Lyme Town Meeting, $45.39 Million Budget Approved at 7.8% Over Current Year
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Death Announced of Patricia Ann Martinell, Sister of James Meehan of Old Lyme
GRISWOLD, CT — Patricia Martinell, 78, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family on Friday, May 23, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, friend and woman of deep faith. Born in Meriden, CT on June 18, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Herbert and Lube (Petrochko) Meehan and graduated from Maloney high school. She lived in Meriden until … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Patricia Ann Martinell, Sister of James Meehan of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Elizabeth Margaret Brodeur, Formerly of Old Lyme; Member of OL High School Class of 1975
EAST LYME — Elizabeth Margaret Brodeur, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on July 20, 1957, to Donald S. and Elizabeth H. (Nancy) Brodeur, Elizabeth, affectionately nicknamed Liz, was the second oldest of ten children. Growing up in Old Lyme, Connecticut, Liz’s … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Elizabeth Margaret Brodeur, Formerly of Old Lyme; Member of OL High School Class of 1975
TOP STORY: Memorial Day in Old Lyme is, in Turn, Both Solemn and Hopeful
OLD LYME—5/27: UPDATED with additional photos. Some marched, some danced and some rode as the Memorial Day Parade wound its way down Lyme Street Monday morning. The community trek took marchers and parade-goers alike to Old Lyme's Duck River Cemetery for a solemn ceremony in remembrance of the nation's fallen service members. A plaintive rifle salute and two trumpets … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: Memorial Day in Old Lyme is, in Turn, Both Solemn and Hopeful
Letter to the Editor: Democrats’ Tent at Old Lyme Memorial Day Parade is Disrespectful
To the Editor:Once again the Democrats can’t see past their nose. Setting up a campaign tent on Memorial Day is standard procedure for the Democrats on a day dedicated to pay respect to those who died protecting our freedom(s). Free speech you say? This is a travesty and an insult to those who are deserving of the utmost respect! Shame on you! As usual it’s all about … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Democrats’ Tent at Old Lyme Memorial Day Parade is Disrespectful
TOP STORY: Longtime ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ Organizers Give Glimpse of Extensive Preparations for Old Lyme’s Beloved Memorial Day Parade
OLD LYME–Old Lyme's Memorial Day Parade is brought to you by two behind-the-scenes guys named Tony. The annual tradition, marked by the rumble of a military C-130 airplane overhead and hundreds of marchers pounding the Lyme Street pavement, has been mustered for years by Old Lyme Fire Department members Tony Hendriks and Tony Vallombroso. On this coming … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: Longtime ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ Organizers Give Glimpse of Extensive Preparations for Old Lyme’s Beloved Memorial Day Parade
Death Announced of Wayne S. Kyder of Old Lyme, Owner of CT Compass Service
OLD LYME—Wayne S. Kyder, 76, owner of CT Compass Service who took on a variety of hands-on challenges throughout his life, died April 21, 2025, after a long fight with Parkinson's Disease. Born May 17, 1949, to David and Ada Kyder, he was also the stepson of Otto Rudolph Kyder. ... He married Sarah Suderley Meneely in 1974; and she survives him. Other survivors are his … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Wayne S. Kyder of Old Lyme, Owner of CT Compass Service
Old Lyme Town Meeting Postponed After ‘Larger than Expected’ Crowd Exceeds Capacity of Meeting Room, Delays Budget Vote
OLD LYME–With the crowd spilling out of Memorial Town Hall onto Lyme Street Monday evening, the Annual Town Budget Meeting was postponed as town officials put out the call for a venue large enough to accommodate the response to a sharp budget increase amid rising property values. Fire Marshal Dave Roberge immediately put a halt to the 7:30 p.m. town meeting with his … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Town Meeting Postponed After ‘Larger than Expected’ Crowd Exceeds Capacity of Meeting Room, Delays Budget Vote
Lyme-Old Lyme Crew Victorious at State Championship Once Again
National Learn To Row Day to be Held at Rogers Lake Boathouse on Saturday, June 7, 10-2, Free, All Welcome OLD LYME–The Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) crew team on Sunday continued their dominance of the Varsity Four category at the Connecticut Public School State Championships. The Old Lyme Rowing Association (OLRA) in a press release heralded the team's … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Crew Victorious at State Championship Once Again
Death Announced of Marie Assunta (Salvatore) LoRusso, Mother of Elaine Campbell of Old Lyme
Marie Assunta (Salvatore) LoRusso, age 99, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Apple Rehabilitation Center in Watertown. She was the wife of the late Nicholas LoRusso ... A lifelong resident of Waterbury, Marie was born on August 15, 1925, to the late Samuel and Nicoletta (Grasso) Salvatore ... She was deeply devoted to her family and was a caretaker of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Marie Assunta (Salvatore) LoRusso, Mother of Elaine Campbell of Old Lyme
Old Lyme Annual Budget Meeting to Include Votes on Spending Plan, Local Laws
OLD LYME–The $45.39 million 2025-26 proposed budget and several proposed changes to the local law books – ranging from an ordinance on golf cart usage in the Sound View and Hawk’s Nest beach areas to a $1,000 increase in the tax abatement available to volunteer first responders – will be up for a vote at the Annual Town Budget Meeting tonight. The headliner at the May town … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Annual Budget Meeting to Include Votes on Spending Plan, Local Laws
Death Announced of Barbara Ann Ciccaglione, 86, Mother of Donna Maselli of Old Lyme
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Barbara (Dungan) Ciccaglione, on May 13, 2025, at the age of 86. Barbara was born in Hartford, August 6, 1938, daughter to the late Margery (Graves) and Francis Dungan ... Barbara leaves behind her four children; daughter Donna and son-in-law Dominic Maselli, of Old Lyme, sons, Raymond Ciccaglione, of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Barbara Ann Ciccaglione, 86, Mother of Donna Maselli of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Wayne S. Kyder, 76, of Old Lyme; Owner of CT Compass Service, Husband of Sarah Suderley Meneely; Service in OL May 31
OLD LYME— Wayne S. Kyder, 76, owner of CT Compass Service who took on a variety of hands-on challenges throughout his life, died April 21, 2025, after a long fight with Parkinson's Disease. Born May 17, 1949, to David and Ada Kyder, he was also the stepson of Otto Rudolph Kyder. He grew up in Fair Haven and Branford. Mr. Kyder was a U.S. Army medical soldier in Korea … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Wayne S. Kyder, 76, of Old Lyme; Owner of CT Compass Service, Husband of Sarah Suderley Meneely; Service in OL May 31
Death Announced of Frank O. Nappi, 86, Former Principal in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frank O. Nappi, of Bluffton, SC. Frank was born on June 12, 1938 in Derby, CT, he passed away on May 13, 2025, at the age of 86. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Cynthia; his children: Jennifer (Jay), Frank (Jamie), Allison (Mark), and Linda (Beau); grandchildren ... ; sisters-in-law; nieces and nephews: ... and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Frank O. Nappi, 86, Former Principal in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce Makes Surprise Announcement
OLD SAYBROOK–The Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce has announced a new executive director. Chamber Board of Directors President Kara Pachniuk in a Thursday letter to members said Andrew Surprise, who previously served as executive director of the Windsor Chamber of Commerce, will take over for Executive Director Judy Sullivan. Pachniuk credited Sullivan with … [Read more...] about Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce Makes Surprise Announcement