Four New Cases in Each Town Monday, Cumulative Totals Increase to 1312 (OL), 321 (Lyme) LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Monday, June 13, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show a total of four new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme and similarly, four in Lyme compared with June 10 numbers. Reports are not issued by CT DPH over the … [Read more...] about June 13 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases Reported in Lyme, Four in Old Lyme, Monday; CT Breaks 11,000 COVID Fatalities
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Death Announced of Susan K. Barnes, 65, Sister of Mark Barnes of Old Lyme
Susan K. Barnes, 65, aka Susie Q" of Bristol, Misquamicut, RI, and Wellington, FL, passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2022 ... Susan is survived by her siblings Mark Barnes (Jean) of Old Lyme, Jimmy Barnes (Pam) of Bristol, Holly LeDuc (Kevin) of Plainville, Lisa Barnes of Bristol, ... Visit this link to read the full obituary published June 8, 2022 by The Bristol Press. … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Susan K. Barnes, 65, Sister of Mark Barnes of Old Lyme
Old Lyme DTC Issues Statement Concerning Guns, Public Health
Editor's Note: The Old Lyme DTC sent us this statement, which is also published on their website at this link. OLD LYME -- The Town of Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) supports the statement below from Attorney Colin Heffernan, Democratic-endorsed candidate for the 23rd House District. We urge the public to take these issues most seriously and to vote for legislators … [Read more...] about Old Lyme DTC Issues Statement Concerning Guns, Public Health
June 9 & 10 COVID-19 Update: Over 88% of CT Still in Red Zone, But Encouraging Signs Abound; Lyme & Old Lyme Record First Day With No Cases Since April 5
No New Cases in Either Town Thursday; One in Each Town Friday Take Cumulative Totals to 1308 (OL), 317 (Lyme) LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Thursday, June 9, and Friday, June 10, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show a total of one new, confirmed COVID-19 case in Old Lyme and one in Lyme compared with June 8 numbers. These cases raise … [Read more...] about June 9 & 10 COVID-19 Update: Over 88% of CT Still in Red Zone, But Encouraging Signs Abound; Lyme & Old Lyme Record First Day With No Cases Since April 5
Old Lyme Sister Mural Dedicated in Old Lyme
OLD LYME — On Sunday, June 12, the newly-created ‘Welcome’ mural at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School (LOLMS) will be dedicated at a ceremony starting at 2:30 p.m. and running through 3:30 p.m. The dedication will be preceded by a Community Talk and celebration of the mural from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Those attending will discuss what has been learned in the last two years of PARJE … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Sister Mural Dedicated in Old Lyme
Memorial Service for Elizabeth “Lee” Howard to be Held in Old Lyme, June 16
Elizabeth "Lee" Howard died on December 14, 2021 in Chester, CT. She was 90 years old. Born on June 16, 1931 to Archibald Murray Howe and Margaret Allen Howe in North Andover, MA, Lee and her siblings Archie and Peggy grew up on Osgood Street, the former home of the first postmaster general of the US ... Lee graduated from Vassar College in 1952. Working with local, … [Read more...] about Memorial Service for Elizabeth “Lee” Howard to be Held in Old Lyme, June 16
Death of Polly F. Anderson, 83, Announced; Graduate of Old Lyme High School
STONINGTON -- Polly F. Anderson, 83, of Stonington passed away peacefully May 28, 2022, at the Treasure Coast Hospice in Stuart, Fla. She was born in Hartford, to Rita J Farrell. Polly graduated from Old Lyme High School and Mitchell College ... She is survived by her husband of 53 plus years, Carl G. Anderson II; children, Jennifer, Carl III, and Philip G. Anderson; … [Read more...] about Death of Polly F. Anderson, 83, Announced; Graduate of Old Lyme High School
Characteristic of Kindness That Distinguishes Lyme-Old Lyme Class of 2022 ‘Will Make Everything, Anything in this World Possible’ (LOLHS Principal Wygonik)
OLD LYME -- The weather was perfect Friday evening for the graduation ceremony of the 126-member Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Class of 2022. We have published in full (below) the speeches that were given during the event in the order in which they were delivered. A full listing of the graduates is printed at the foot of the article. More photos will be added later … [Read more...] about Characteristic of Kindness That Distinguishes Lyme-Old Lyme Class of 2022 ‘Will Make Everything, Anything in this World Possible’ (LOLHS Principal Wygonik)
Last Chance to Reserve Tickets for Tonight’s ‘Big Barn Bash’ at High Hopes
OLD LYME -- On Saturday, June 11, High Hopes Therapeutic Riding will host its Big Barn Bash with a colorful theme of Hues of Hopes. Net proceeds from the event benefit High Hopes programs allowing it to remain a place where horses and humans together improve lives. Tickets will be on sale today but NOT at the door. Enjoy an open bar, theme cocktails, and graze (pun … [Read more...] about Last Chance to Reserve Tickets for Tonight’s ‘Big Barn Bash’ at High Hopes
Author Tom DeWolf to Host Public Workshop This Evening at Old Lyme Church on Racial Justice, Healing
Free Workshop, “Coming to the Table: Beyond the Legacy of Enslavement,” Open to All OLD LYME – On Saturday, June 11, at 5 p.m., the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL) will host noted author Tom DeWolf in the FCCOL Fellowship Hall. He will lead a workshop on racial justice and healing called, “Coming to the Table: Beyond the Legacy of Enslavement.” DeWolf … [Read more...] about Author Tom DeWolf to Host Public Workshop This Evening at Old Lyme Church on Racial Justice, Healing
Celebrate CT Open House Day with Free Admission to Old Lyme’s FloGris Museum, Today
OLD LYME -- As part of Connecticut's Open House Day, Museum admission to the Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme is free this Saturday, June 11. No advance registration is required. Celebrate art, history, and nature in one place. Visitors can enjoy a new art exhibition, including “Blooms with a View,” floral arrangements that play off a selection of artworks, stroll lush … [Read more...] about Celebrate CT Open House Day with Free Admission to Old Lyme’s FloGris Museum, Today
Lyme-Old Lyme Seniors Celebrate Upcoming Graduation with Joyful Parade
OLD LYME -- It may have poured Thursday morning but nothing was going to rain on the Lyme-Old Lyme High School Seniors planned parade that evening. By the evening, however, skies were clear and the soon-to-graduates, who will celebrate their Commencement tonight, organized their now decorated cars into a line at the high school. They then drove down Lyme Street and McCurdy … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Seniors Celebrate Upcoming Graduation with Joyful Parade
A la Carte: Chicken Tetrazzini is Lovely for Left-Overs
Having a daughter who has taken over my work as a mother can be pretty nifty. When she wants me to go something with her (or even when we are not going together but I mention that I am thinking of doing something alone), she offers to make all the arrangements. This time there is a wedding for my late brother’s granddaughter. For me, traveling via plane is hellish: I hate … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Chicken Tetrazzini is Lovely for Left-Overs
Lyme-Old Lyme High School Hosts Graduation Ceremony This Evening, All Welcome
OLD LYME -- On Friday evening, June 10, Lyme-Old Lyme High School will hold its Commencement Ceremony for the Class of 2022 on the field between the middle and high schools starting at 6 p.m. Entry to the field is open and the public is welcome to attend the event. Congratulations to the Class of 2022! … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High School Hosts Graduation Ceremony This Evening, All Welcome
June 7 & 8 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 1307, Lyme Holds at 316
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Tuesday, June 7, and Wednesday, June 8, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show a total of four new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme and none in Lyme compared with June 3 numbers. These cases raise Old Lyme’s cumulative case total to 1307 from 1303 on June 6, while Lyme’s holds at 316 on the same … [Read more...] about June 7 & 8 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 1307, Lyme Holds at 316