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Death Announced of Kristen Jude (Gerthoffer) Woodmansee, 54, President of Old Lyme-based OHS Sleep Center Partners Since 2007

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OLD SAYBROOK/OLD LYME -- Kristen Jude (Gerthoffer) Woodmansee, 54, of Old Saybrook, passed away on August 16th after a 3 year battle with cancer. Kristen was born September 11, 1965 in Syracuse, NY, the youngest child of Bernard and Suzanne Gerthoffer. Kristen graduated from Bishop Grimes High School in Syracuse in 1983 ... Kristen worked as the Vice President of Marketing … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Kristen Jude (Gerthoffer) Woodmansee, 54, President of Old Lyme-based OHS Sleep Center Partners Since 2007

‘Black Lives Matter’ Peaceful Protest, March to be Held This Afternoon in Old Saybrook

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OLD SAYBROOK -- A peaceful protest and march for Black Lives Matter is will be held Sunday, June 7, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. at the Town Green at 302 Main Street, Old Saybrook. Those intending to participate in the event are asked to wear a mask as the community continues to be vigilant about protecting citizens from the spread of COVID-19. A press release from Old Saybrook … [Read more...] about ‘Black Lives Matter’ Peaceful Protest, March to be Held This Afternoon in Old Saybrook

Peaceful Protest Held in Old Saybrook Showed Solidarity Against Police Brutality on African-Americans

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OLD SAYBROOK -- Several hundred people of all ages from the local area, including Lyme and Old Lyme, turned out yesterday evening in Old Saybrook to hold a vigil. According to a press release from the Town of Old Saybrook, the focus of the vigil was, "To standing for justice and show solidarity with citizens from all over the country as they protest police brutality on … [Read more...] about Peaceful Protest Held in Old Saybrook Showed Solidarity Against Police Brutality on African-Americans

State Rep. Devin Carney Endorsed for Another Term in 23rd District

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LYME/OLD LYME -- (press release from Devin Carney) On Tuesday, May 19, Republican delegates from Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook unanimously endorsed State Representative Devin Carney for a fourth term as representative for the 23rd District. The delegates held a convention by web conference to endorse Carney, making his campaign for another two-year term as … [Read more...] about State Rep. Devin Carney Endorsed for Another Term in 23rd District

Human Rights Attorney Dave Rubino Nominated to Challenge Carney for 23rd House District Seat

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OLD LYME -- (Press release from Rubino 2020) On Monday night, the 23rd House District Democratic Convention in the towns of Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and Westbrook nominated Dave Rubino to challenge State Representative Devin Carney for the 23rd District House Seat. Rubino has spent most of his career promoting American democratic values abroad, and his campaign says his … [Read more...] about Human Rights Attorney Dave Rubino Nominated to Challenge Carney for 23rd House District Seat

Estuary Regional Senior Center Closed Through April 30, But Still Providing Critical Meal Service; Number of Clients Has Doubled

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OLD SAYBROOK/LYME/OLD LYME -- The Estuary Council of Seniors, Inc. (ECSI) announced last Thursday that, although the senior center building will remain closed through the end of April, the organization will continue providing Meals on Wheels uninterrupted.  A Grab and Go service was also introduced for seniors who are not homebound, but who are self-isolating and avoiding … [Read more...] about Estuary Regional Senior Center Closed Through April 30, But Still Providing Critical Meal Service; Number of Clients Has Doubled

‘Common Good Gardens’ Needs Volunteers, Details on ‘CT Outdoors’ with Suzanne Thompson this Weekend

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OLD SAYBROOK/OLD LYME -- Do you have a few hours each week to help grow nutritious produce for Shoreline Kitchens and Pantries patrons?  Common Good Gardens welcomes potential volunteers to attend its annual Pot Lunch Brunch on Saturday, March 21, 10 a.m. to 12 noon, at Grace Episcopal Church in Old Saybrook, to learn more about the garden and how members produce and collect … [Read more...] about ‘Common Good Gardens’ Needs Volunteers, Details on ‘CT Outdoors’ with Suzanne Thompson this Weekend

State Rep. Carney, OS First Selectman Fortuna Host Morning Coffee Hour Today; All Welcome

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OLD SAYBROOK/LYME/OLD LYME – State Representative Devin Carney (R-23) will host a Morning Coffee Hour with Old Saybrook First Selectman Carl P. Fortuna, Jr. in the Parthenon Diner, Thursday, Feb. 20, from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. All are welcome. The diner is located at 809 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook. This event is designed to provide residents with a forum to hear about issues … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney, OS First Selectman Fortuna Host Morning Coffee Hour Today; All Welcome

Celebrating ‘the Kate’s’ 10-Year-Anniversary, ‘On Golden Pond’ Runs Through Sunday

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OLD SAYBROOK -- “On Golden Pond” opens tomorrow at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center - the Kate -- in old saybrook as part of the Kate’s 10-year-anniversary celebrations. The Saybrook Stage Company will be performing this poignant and comedic piece by Ernest Thompson, which inspired the Hollywood blockbuster movie. Appropriately, in light of the theater's namesake, On … [Read more...] about Celebrating ‘the Kate’s’ 10-Year-Anniversary, ‘On Golden Pond’ Runs Through Sunday

Celebration of the Life of Michelle Friel to be Held This Morning at ‘The Kate’

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OLD LYME/OLD SAYBROOK  -- A Celebration of the Life of the late Michelle Friel of Old Lyme will be held this mprning, Saturday, Jan. 11, at 9:30 a.m. at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, 300 Main Street in Old Saybrook. All are welcome to attend this celebration of Michelle's life. She was a much beloved and highly respected resident of Old Lyme, who passed away … [Read more...] about Celebration of the Life of Michelle Friel to be Held This Morning at ‘The Kate’

Old Lyme Town Band Performs Holiday Concert at ‘The Kate’ Tonight

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OLD LYME / OLD SAYBROOK -- The Old Lyme Town Band, under the direction of Carolyn Whinnem, will perform three hour-long holiday concerts this season. The first is on Saturday, Dec. 7, at 6:30 p.m., at Christ the King Church, 1 McCurdy Rd., Old Lyme. Admission is free. The following day, Sunday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. they will perform at the Lymes’ Senior Center, 26 Town Woods … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Town Band Performs Holiday Concert at ‘The Kate’ Tonight

Enjoy ‘French Fries for Felines’ at Five Guys in Old Saybrook This Evening, Benefits Old Lyme Animal Control

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OLD SAYBROOK/OLD LYME -- Lyme-Old Lyme Junior Women's Club (LOLJWC) hosts 'French Fries for Felines' on Thursday, Nov. 14, from 4 to 8:30 p.m. Five Guys in Old Saybrook will be donating 20 percent of all sales made during this period when you mention this fundraiser to Old Lyme Animal Control's Spay and Neuter Fund. The key is that people need to mention the fundraiser at … [Read more...] about Enjoy ‘French Fries for Felines’ at Five Guys in Old Saybrook This Evening, Benefits Old Lyme Animal Control

Final Performance of Salt Marsh Opera’s ‘Pagliacci’ to be Presented This Afternoon in Westerly, RI

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WESTERLY, RI-- Salt Marsh Opera presents Ruggero Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci Saturday, Oct 19, at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 20, at 3 p.m. at the George Kent Performance Hall, Westerly, R.I. starting at 7 p.m. Based on a case of true crime, Pagliacci tells the riveting tale of a man swallowed by feelings of love, betrayal and jealousy. Set in the late 19th century, actor Canio and … [Read more...] about Final Performance of Salt Marsh Opera’s ‘Pagliacci’ to be Presented This Afternoon in Westerly, RI

Old Lyme Boys Still Unbeaten After Tying Tough Game Against Old Saybrook

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OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme boys retained their unbeaten record Tuesday afternoon after battling to a 1-1 draw against defending Class S state soccer champions Old Saybrook. Jack Colella scored an unassisted goal first for the Rams and Avery Welch equalized for the Wildcats with an assist from Michael Milazzo. Ryan Tetreault was in goal for Old Lyme and made a total of 12 … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Boys Still Unbeaten After Tying Tough Game Against Old Saybrook