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Greater Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce Makes Surprise Announcement

May 17, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan Leave a Comment

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

‘SummerSings’ Announces 2025 Season, Opens June 23

May 17, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

The lineup has been announced for the SummerSings series of casual sing-alongs that bring together acclaimed conductors, professional soloists and anyone who enjoys singing.  SummerSings is co-sponsored by Cappella Cantorum and the Con Brio Choral Society. They bill the six-event series as an opportunity to enjoy choral works without the pressure of preparing for a formal … [Read more...] about ‘SummerSings’ Announces 2025 Season, Opens June 23

Death Announced of Scott Speers, 54, of Old Lyme

April 16, 2025 by Admin

OLD LYME – Scott Speers, 54, of Old Lyme, passed away Thursday, April 10, 2025 ... He is survived by his daughter, Meghan, wife, Sandy, mom and dad, Robert and Marian, and brother, Rob ... An Old Saybrook High School graduate, he was an ironworker for many years.  A private memorial for the family will be held at a later date. Editor’s Note: Visit this link to … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Scott Speers, 54, of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Donna Lee Bennett, 68, of Old Lyme, Owner of D’Tails Pet Service in OS, Calling Hours Sunday

April 10, 2025 by Admin

OLD LYME—Donna Lee Bennett, 68, of Old Lyme, passed away Monday, March 31, 2025, at Yale New Haven Hospital with friends and family by her side. She is survived by her loving husband Matthew Weber and their six fur babies. ... She was the proud owner of D'Tails Pet Service in Old Saybrook ... Calling hours will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 13, 2025, at … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Donna Lee Bennett, 68, of Old Lyme, Owner of D’Tails Pet Service in OS, Calling Hours Sunday

Death Announced of Martin R. “Marty” Peck of East Hartford, Graduate of Old Lyme HS Class of 1949

February 21, 2025 by Admin

Martin R. “Marty” Peck, 93, of East Hartford, loving husband of over 67 years of the late Teresa A. “Terry” (Cianci) Peck, peacefully journeyed home on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Hartford Hospital. Born in Old Saybrook on March 27, 1931, a son of the late Phillip and Ella (Martin) Peck Terente ... He was a graduate of Old Lyme High School, class of 1949 and a proud veteran … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Martin R. “Marty” Peck of East Hartford, Graduate of Old Lyme HS Class of 1949

Essex Savings Bank Awarded Three Gold Medals in Commercial Record’s Annual ‘CR’s Best’ Reader’s Poll

January 2, 2025 by Admin

ESSEX/OLD LYME —Essex Savings Bank has been awarded three gold medals in the Commercial Record’s 17th annual “CR’s Best” readers’ poll. The awards are in these categories: Best Commercial Lending in Banking, Best Community Bank in Banking, and Best Financing in Commercial Real Estate. One of Essex Savings Bank's six offices is located in Old Lyme. The survey,  which … [Read more...] about Essex Savings Bank Awarded Three Gold Medals in Commercial Record’s Annual ‘CR’s Best’ Reader’s Poll

Death of Gail Barber Announced; Cherished her Old Lyme Roots, Graduate of OLHS in Class of 29 Students

December 20, 2024 by Admin

OLD SAYBROOK—Gail M. Barber, 85, of Old Saybrook, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 11th, at Ocean Meadows Memory Care in Clinton. Born in New London to John J. Molloy and Teresa Hausmann Molloy, Gail cherished her roots in Old Lyme, where she graduated from high school in a class of just 29 students. Gail spent most of her working life at R. R. Donnelley in Old … [Read more...] about Death of Gail Barber Announced; Cherished her Old Lyme Roots, Graduate of OLHS in Class of 29 Students

A Curious Tale—Old Lyme Death: 1741, Gravestone Found on Old Saybrook Beach: 2023, Reinstalled in Original OL Site: 2024

November 10, 2024 by Admin

OLD LYME—On Sept. 14, 2024, the Old Lyme Cemetery Association (OLCA) reinstalled a small headstone at the historic Meetinghouse Hill Cemetery, established in 1696. The scenic burying ground near the site of the town’s first meetinghouse is no longer active, and the inscriptions on many of its aging gravestones cannot now be deciphered. No one had noticed that the headstone … [Read more...] about A Curious Tale—Old Lyme Death: 1741, Gravestone Found on Old Saybrook Beach: 2023, Reinstalled in Original OL Site: 2024

Wisialowski Concedes to Incumbent State Rep. Carney in 23rd District

November 5, 2024 by Admin

OLD SAYBROOK/OLD LYME/LYME—Democrat Jane Wisialowski issued a statement tonight conceding victory in the 23rd District to five-term incumbent State Rep. Devin Carney (R). The 23rd District includes both Lyme and Old Lyme. Her statement read, in full, as follows: Jane Wisialowski, first time Democratic state representative candidate, narrowly lost to incumbent … [Read more...] about Wisialowski Concedes to Incumbent State Rep. Carney in 23rd District

Death Announced of Donna Lou Wood Byrne; Raised Two Daughters in Old Lyme, PE Teacher in Old Saybrook for 39 Years; Service in OL, Saturday

October 29, 2024 by Admin

EAST LYME - Donna Lou Wood Byrne, beloved sister, wife, grandmother, aunt, niece, friend, teacher, colleague and all-around wonderful person, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, October 26. She leaves her family and wide circle of friends shocked and grieving at her sudden departure from this life. ... She taught physical education to generations of students in Old Saybrook … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Donna Lou Wood Byrne; Raised Two Daughters in Old Lyme, PE Teacher in Old Saybrook for 39 Years; Service in OL, Saturday

Death Announced of Patricia “Patti” Calkins of Old Lyme; a Voracious Reader, Worked for LOL Schools for 37 Years

October 16, 2024 by Admin

OLD LYME—Patricia "Patti" C. Calkins died Oct. 10, 2024, at home in the embrace of her husband and son ... Patricia was born to Thomas J. Collins and Mary A. (Dorsey) Collins Aug. 10, 1948 ... Patti was married to George P. Calkins Aug. 16, 1969, at the St. Johns R. C. Church in Old Saybrook ... When her kids were old enough to begin school, she started working for the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Patricia “Patti” Calkins of Old Lyme; a Voracious Reader, Worked for LOL Schools for 37 Years

Police Officers Assn. of CT Endorses Norm Needleman for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme

October 13, 2024 by Admin

The Police Officers Association of Connecticut has endorsed State Senator Norm Needleman for another term in the Connecticut State Senate. As the First Selectman of Essex, Sen. Needleman works directly with police and first responders in his community. As a State Senator, he has taken steps to engage with local police departments, assist them where and … [Read more...] about Police Officers Assn. of CT Endorses Norm Needleman for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme

‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District

October 13, 2024 by Admin

LYME/OLD LYME/OLD SAYBROOK/ - Leading reproductive rights organizations Planned Parenthood of Connecticut and Reproductive Equity Now have both endorsed Jane Wisialowski in her campaign for 23rd District State Representative (Old Saybrook, Westbrook, Old Lyme, and  Lyme). These endorsements highlight Wisialowski’s commitment to reproductive rights and … [Read more...] about ‘Planned Parenthood’, ‘Reproductive Equity’ Endorse Wisialowski for 23rd District

Identities Announced of Victims from Labor Day Fatal Boat Accident in Old Saybrook

September 10, 2024 by Admin

OLD SAYBROOK—On Saturday, state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) officials identified the bodies recovered on Friday, subsequent to the previous Monday's tragic boating accident, as 25-year-old Ian Duchemin, of Oakdale, and 24-year-old Ryan Britagna, of Waterford.. On Wednesday, the DEEP had identified the body of 34-year-old Christopher … [Read more...] about Identities Announced of Victims from Labor Day Fatal Boat Accident in Old Saybrook

One Dead, Two Missing After Old Saybrook Boat Accident Monday Night

September 3, 2024 by Admin

OLD SAYBROOK—Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) Environmental Conservation Police (EnCon Police) along with multiple agencies, responded to a boating accident in Old Saybrook around 9:15 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 2. A single motorboat was found floating, half-submerged, near the Harbor One Marina in Old Saybrook. There was significant damage to the boat, … [Read more...] about One Dead, Two Missing After Old Saybrook Boat Accident Monday Night

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