Gladiator II: Don’t Bother So how often do we think about the Roman Empire? The internet has been abuzz with this topic for the last few years. Normally I dislike engaging in trends, but I realize that I am bound by honor to participate due to one of my tattoos being a quote from the Aeneid by Virgil There are many methods to immersing oneself with the legacy of Rome, … [Read more...] about ‘The Movie Man’ Reviews “Glicked” (i.e., ‘Gladiator II’ & ‘Wicked’)
Uncategorized
Sudden Death Announced of Ting Chen, 35, of Old Lyme; Attending Physician at L & M Hospital
OLD LYME - Ting Chen's life was a testament to dedication, kindness, and love - values that shaped both his professional and personal legacy. Ting was born in 1989, in a small village in Fujian, China. Immigrating to the United States at the age of nine ... Upon completion of residency in 2022, he moved with his family to Old Lyme, where he took a position as an attending … [Read more...] about Sudden Death Announced of Ting Chen, 35, of Old Lyme; Attending Physician at L & M Hospital
Death Announced of Lillian I Spais of Old Lyme, Mother of Rebecca Pote of OL
OLD LYME—Lillian I. Spais died on September 20, 2024, at the age of ninety-two. A daughter of Canada’s western plains, Lillian grew up learning the hard lessons of the Depression. Among those lessons were the values of family, self-reliance, adaptability, and community. Throughout all the many challenges in her life, these were the basics that sustained her. Having trained … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Lillian I Spais of Old Lyme, Mother of Rebecca Pote of OL
Letter to the Editor: This Country ‘Will Never Be a Garbage Can’
To the Editor: I do not live in a garbage can! Yesterday, I almost reconsidered when my second Harris/Walz sign was stolen. But where I live bears no resemblance to a "garbage can." In my lifetime, I have driven cross-country at least a dozen times. Our country is not a garbage can. Yes, there are some terrible neighborhoods. In my experience, many of the ugly spots … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: This Country ‘Will Never Be a Garbage Can’
Death Announced of Natalie Garland of Needham, Mass., Mother of Peter Garland of Old Lyme
Natalie (Smith) Garland of North Hill, Needham, Mass. passed away October 21, 2024. Age 93. Formerly of Wellesley ... Devoted mother of Edward R. "Ted" Garland of Natick and fiancée Elizabeth McElroy; Peter T. Garland and wife Melissa of Old Lyme, CT; and Dwight W. Garland and wife Suzanne of Wellesley. Grandmother to Matthew, Katherine, Sally, Shannon, Roger, Madison, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Natalie Garland of Needham, Mass., Mother of Peter Garland of Old Lyme
Jeff Duigou (R): Candidate for CT State Senate District #33
Jeff Duigou was born in Waterbury CT, raised in public schools in East Hartford and was always a strong student being named to the National Honor Society in high school. Jeff graduated from UConn in Storrs with a Bachelor's degree in Biology/Marine Science and later attended graduate school studying in the field of Environmental Biotechnology. Jeff has been married for 40 … [Read more...] about Jeff Duigou (R): Candidate for CT State Senate District #33
Devin Carney (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT House District #23
Devin Carney has served as State Representative for the 23rd District since 2015. He currently serves in leadership in the House Republican caucus as Policy Co-Chair. He also serves on the Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee, Transportation Committee, and Education Committee. He formed the bipartisan “Future Caucus” and was awarded the national “Rising Star” award for these … [Read more...] about Devin Carney (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT House District #23
Jane Wisialowski (D): Candidate for CT House District #23
After a long career in corporate marketing, Jane became a conservator and fiduciary serving adults who face healthcare and financial hardships. For the last 15 years, she has been working specifically in elder care services. A committed public servant, Jane is a Parks and Recreation Commissioner, a member of the Old Saybrook Board of Education, and Vice Chair of the … [Read more...] about Jane Wisialowski (D): Candidate for CT House District #23
Shaun Mastroianni (R): Candidate for CT State Senate District #20
I’m Shaun Mastroianni, and I’m honored to run for the 20th District in the Connecticut State Senate. I live in Old Lyme with my husband Antonio, our spirited daughter Sophia, and our energetic dog Bruno. As a father, healthcare professional, and small business owner, I understand the challenges faced by hardworking families, seniors, and taxpayers. With extensive experience … [Read more...] about Shaun Mastroianni (R): Candidate for CT State Senate District #20
Norm Needleman (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate District #33
Norm Needleman has served in the State Senate since 2019 and is now in his third term. He serves as Senate Chair of the Energy and Technology Committee. In addition to the State Senate, Norm is also First Selectman of Essex and the owner of Tower Laboratories, a manufacturer of effervescent products headquartered in Centerbrook. In his free time, he loves spending time with his … [Read more...] about Norm Needleman (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate District #33
Martha Marx (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate District #20
Martha Marx has been a trusted leader for decades, a visiting nurse for over 30 years, a State Senator, a two-term City Councilor, a union president for over a decade and a mother raising her family in New London. She knows how to advocate for patients, neighbors and the community. While growing up in Waterford in a family of eight children, she learned early how to listen, … [Read more...] about Martha Marx (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate District #20
Op-Ed: The Future of Zoning
Editor's Notes: i) This op-ed was submitted by Eric Knapp, who is employed as the Town of Old Lyme's Land Use Coordinator. He is writing here as a private citizen.ii) This is the opinion of Eric Knapp. Zoning in Connecticut is 100-years-old this year. West Hartford was the first town in the State to adopt zoning regulations in 1924. The practice did not make its way to this … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: The Future of Zoning
Letter From Paris: A European Comes to Paris
How the Youngest Ever French PM was Replaced by the Oldest As a rule, French politics are full of surprises but the summer of 2024 took the country into unchartered waters. For weeks the search was on to find a new Prime Minister. All attempts led to an impasse. People started getting really worried: was there even a pilot on the plane? And then, on … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: A European Comes to Paris
Bodies of Two Missing Boaters Recovered
OLD SAYBROOK—The bodies of two missing boaters were recovered in the Connecticut River on Friday five days after a Labor Day boating accident in Old Saybrook. The body of one man was found around 12:10 p.m., and the remaining missing man was recovered around 4:30 p.m., according to the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection. On Wednesday, the DEEP … [Read more...] about Bodies of Two Missing Boaters Recovered
A View From My Porch: A 2024 Election Epic—Part One: Why I Vote (Section 3 of 3)
Editor’s Notes: i) We have divided Part One of Thomas Gotowka’s essay into three parts. This is the third and final Section. Read Section 1 at this link and Section 2 at this link.ii) This is the opinion of Thomas D. Gotowka. “I Have a Dream” Bizarrely, during a press conference on Aug. 8 at his Mar-a-Lago estate, Trump lashed out at claims that Martin Luther King, … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: A 2024 Election Epic—Part One: Why I Vote (Section 3 of 3)