OLD LYME -- Alice Rehm McKenna, a longtime resident of Old Lyme, since 1995, formerly of Stamford, and most recently of Waterford, passed away October 30, 2022. She was born Sept. 12, 1930, in Mount Vernon, N.Y., the daughter of the late George and Anne (Donovan) Rehm ...Alice was a communicant of Christ the King Church, Old Lyme. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Alice Rehm McKenna, Longtime Resident of Old Lyme
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Old Lyme’s Halls Rd. Improvement Committee (HRIC) Postpones Application for Overlay District to Dec. 12 Zoning Commission Meeting
HRIC Chair Commits to Resolve Planning, Zoning Issues Prior to Meeting OLD LYME -- The Halls Road Improvements Committee (HRIC) was planning to present its application to create a Halls Rd. Overlay District (HROD) to the Old Lyme (OL) Zoning Commission Monday evening, Nov. 14. The agenda included a presentation by the HRIC to support the application, which was being made … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Halls Rd. Improvement Committee (HRIC) Postpones Application for Overlay District to Dec. 12 Zoning Commission Meeting
Death Announced of John ‘Jack’ Hartnett, Lived in Old Lyme for 60 Years
OLD LYME -- John "Jack" Hartnett passed away peacefully in his sleep Nov. 10, 2022 after 93 wonderful years of a great life. Jack was born in Malden, Mass., one sister and two brothers, and lived in Old Lyme, for 60 years ...Jack married Lee in 1963, and had daughter Kelly who brought him grandson Zach ... The burial will be a private family ceremony. A memorial dinner is in … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John ‘Jack’ Hartnett, Lived in Old Lyme for 60 Years
Breaking News: HRIC Application Postponed to Dec. Meeting: Old Lyme Zoning Commission Will Now Consider Only One Overlay Request Tonight
HRIC Hopes for Strong Public Support for its Overlay Proposal at Meeting OLD LYME -- UPDATED Nov. 14, 5pm: The Halls Road Improvements Committee (HRIC) was planning to present its application to create a Halls Rd. Overlay District (HROD) to the Old Lyme (OL) Zoning Commission Monday evening, Nov. 14. The agenda included a presentation by the HRIC to support the … [Read more...] about Breaking News: HRIC Application Postponed to Dec. Meeting: Old Lyme Zoning Commission Will Now Consider Only One Overlay Request Tonight
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Celebrate Veterans Day with Music, Memories, Speeches and Smiles
LYME/OLD LYME -- It was a memorable day in Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools on Friday. Rather than taking a vacation day on Veterans Day as many schools now opt to do, LOL Schools chose to celebrate Veterans Day with in-house events at each school that drove home the important messages of the day while also honoring local US Veterans and serving members of the US … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Celebrate Veterans Day with Music, Memories, Speeches and Smiles
Veterans Day Celebrated in Old Lyme with Flagpole Ceremony
OLD LYME -- A brief ceremony honoring Veterans Day was held Friday at the flagpole in front of Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall. Current and former members of the military from Old Lyme gathered at the flagpole to honor those who have given their lives to preserve the freedom of their country, and those who continue to serve today. Here at LymeLine, we thank you all for … [Read more...] about Veterans Day Celebrated in Old Lyme with Flagpole Ceremony
State Senator-Elect Martha Marx Comments on Her Election
NEW LONDON -- The open race for the 20th District State Senator, created by Paul Formica's retirement, pitched Republican Jerry Labriola, Jr. against three-time candidate Martha Marx (D). In Old Lyme, Marx gained 2,258 votes to Labriola's 2,054. The 20th District does not include Lyme. Labriola has now conceded to Marx and so we asked Marx for her reaction to her … [Read more...] about State Senator-Elect Martha Marx Comments on Her Election
Lyme, Old Lyme DTC Chairs Comment on Election Results
LYME/OLD LYME -- Voters in Lyme and Old Lyme supported Democratic candidates over Republicans in Tuesday's election from the top of the ballot to its foot. There was one notable exception in Old Lyme, where voters favored incumbent Republican State Representative Devin Carney over challenger Colin Heffernan. We asked the chairs of the respective Lyme and Old Lyme Democratic … [Read more...] about Lyme, Old Lyme DTC Chairs Comment on Election Results
Old Lyme Soccer Boys March Boldly Into State Quarterfinals
MONTVILLE -- Playing away, Old Lyme soundly defeated Saint Bernard High School 3-0 Wednesday in the second round of the CIAC Class S State Tournament. Anders Silberberg, pictured left, scored twice for the Wildcats and Luke Celic added a third goal. Lucas Dasilva contributed an assist. Jonah Lathrop made three saves for Old Lyme while Dan O'Brien had eight saves for … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Soccer Boys March Boldly Into State Quarterfinals
Lyme-OL School Referendum Passes by Over 800 Votes
LYME/OLD LYME -- UPDATED Nov. 9 at 11am with Superintendent's comments: In yesterday's referendum, voters in Lyme and Old Lyme approved the $57.6 million bond proposed by the Region 18 Board of Education for renovating and expanding four schools in the District by a substantial majority. Provisional results showed 57.7 percent of voters in the two towns voted for the … [Read more...] about Lyme-OL School Referendum Passes by Over 800 Votes
Republican Carney, Democrat Marx Win In Old Lyme Unofficial Tallies Reflecting Likely Final Results, Democrats Are Top Vote-Getters in Other Key Races
OLD LYME -- Unofficial results from Old Lyme show incumbent Governor Ned Lamont (D) polling 2,583 votes compared to Republican Bob Stefanowski's number of 1,822. Lamont has claimed victory but Stefanowski has yet to concede. Other results from Old Lyme show incumbent Senator Richard Blumenthal (D) with 2,583 votes in contrast to Trump-backed Leora Levy (R) with 1,734 votes. … [Read more...] about Republican Carney, Democrat Marx Win In Old Lyme Unofficial Tallies Reflecting Likely Final Results, Democrats Are Top Vote-Getters in Other Key Races
Local Candidates Respond to Our Questions
UPDATED NOV. 8: We received an email yesterday from Jerry Labriola Jr.'s campaign manager Eddie Aledia stating, "We apologize for not responding to your candidate survey, it got lost in the emails and showed in the spam folder." Aleida offered, "To send responses to the questions you provided right now," but we felt obliged to decline that offer in the interests of parity since … [Read more...] about Local Candidates Respond to Our Questions
Soccer Update: Lyme-Old Lyme Boys Cruise Past St. Paul with Three Goals in State Tourney First Round
Old Lyme defeated St. Paul 3-0 in the first round of the CIAC tournament, which was played yesterday. Wildcat goals were scored by Anders Silberberg, Gavin Biega, and Luke Celic. Colman Curtiss-Reardon and Silberberg both had assists. Jonah Lathrop was in goal for Old Lyme and made four saves. Meanwhile, Tyson Raymond goalie for St. Paul with10 saves. Old Lyme now … [Read more...] about Soccer Update: Lyme-Old Lyme Boys Cruise Past St. Paul with Three Goals in State Tourney First Round
Gardening Tips for Mid-Fall from ‘The English Lady’
Welcome to mid-fall everyone. I love the cool breezes and soft sunshine and the soil is still warm for you to plant until around now in the first week of November. This is an ideal time to divide summer blooming perennials, which have been in the ground for three years or more. Dividing perennials gives them a new lease on life and encourages more prolific bloom next … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips for Mid-Fall from ‘The English Lady’
Old Lyme Church Invites Community to Sacred Jazz Worship Service, Sunday Morning
Dr. Michael White and His New Orleans Jazz Ensemble Return to Old Lyme OLD LYME – During the weekend of Nov. 5 and 6, the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL) will hold a free “Rhythm of the Saints” Concert on Saturday night followed by a Sacred Jazz Worship Service on Sunday morning – with both events featuring the return of Dr. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Church Invites Community to Sacred Jazz Worship Service, Sunday Morning