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Tonight SECWAC Hosts Zoom Presentation on ‘Crisis in the Uyghur Region’

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LYME/OLD LYME/AREAWIDE -- On Tuesday, May 25, at 6 p.m., the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) presents Joshua Freeman of Princeton University speaking on Crisis in the Uyghur Region: Xinjiang, 2017 to the Present. The presentation will be online via Zoom. Registration required. The event is free for members, the fee for guests is $20. The link to … [Read more...] about Tonight SECWAC Hosts Zoom Presentation on ‘Crisis in the Uyghur Region’

Death Announced of John Sholtis of Old Lyme

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OLD LYME - John Sholtis, 77, of Old Lyme passed away May 9, 2021. He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 55 years, Judy; daughter Adrienne and her husband Jim Lair; daughter Michelle Sholtis, her husband Michel Leroy; and the light of his life granddaughter Vivian Leroy; along with daughter of the heart Natalie Wellmaker and family... Visit this link to read the full … [Read more...] about Death Announced of John Sholtis of Old Lyme

Youth, Gaming & Gambling: Learn About Trends, Warning Signs, Prevention in Free Webinar Tonight

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LYME/OLD LYME -- Can video gaming be dangerous for kids? On Tuesday, May 4, from 7 to 8 p.m., Lymes' Youth Service Bureau and the Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Community Coalition are sponsoring a Zoom presentation  on youth gaming and gambling. The Parent Teacher Organizations of Lyme, Mile Creek and LOL Middle School are co-sponsoring the event. This free, interactive workshop will … [Read more...] about Youth, Gaming & Gambling: Learn About Trends, Warning Signs, Prevention in Free Webinar Tonight

Norm Needleman (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate, 33rd District

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Biography State Senator Norm Needleman, seeking his second term in Hartford, is chair of the Energy & Technology Committee. Owner and CEO of Centerbrook's Tower Laboratories and First Selectman of Essex, now in his fifth term in that role. Senator Needleman is serious about putting partisan politics aside and finding solutions that benefit all of Connecticut, from … [Read more...] about Norm Needleman (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate, 33rd District

Brendan Saunders (R): Candidate for CT State Senate, 33rd District

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Biography Brendan Saunders lives in Clinton today, but got into politics young. While growing up in Westbrook, he distributed lawn signs for Ed Munster’s Congressional Campaign and volunteered on the committee to elect Town Clerk, Tanya Lane. He helped former State Senator Art Linares and former State Representative Jesse MacLachlan. He received his MA from Capital … [Read more...] about Brendan Saunders (R): Candidate for CT State Senate, 33rd District

David Rubino (D): Candidate for CT House of Representatives, 23rd District

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Biography I am a lawyer who has worked nationally and internationally for most of my career in support of people in need. I have operated at the highest levels of government globally, working with legislatures, parliaments and presidential administrations throughout the world. Currently I sit on the Old Lyme Economic Development Commission. I am a small business owner … [Read more...] about David Rubino (D): Candidate for CT House of Representatives, 23rd District

Martha Marx (D): Candidate for CT State Senate, 20th District

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Biography Martha Marx has been a resident of New London and a registered nurse for 30 years. She has the experience, energy, and dedication to be an effective leader and representative for our communities in Hartford. Martha’s responsiveness, wisdom, and empathy make her the best choice to be our next State Senator. A former New London City Council member, Martha led the … [Read more...] about Martha Marx (D): Candidate for CT State Senate, 20th District

Paul Formica (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate, 20th District

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Biography Paul Formica has served as state senator since 2015. He is the proud father of four grown children and has been owner and operator of Flanders Fish Market & Restaurant for 35 years. Paul is a co-founder of the Tourism Caucus and ranking member of the Appropriations Committee and Energy & Technology Committee. He has been an advocate for individuals with … [Read more...] about Paul Formica (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT State Senate, 20th District

Devin Carney (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT House of Representatives, 23rd District

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Biography I have served as State Representative since 2015. I currently serve on the Transportation, Finance, Revenue and Bonding, and Planning and Development Committees and various bipartisan caucuses. In the community I serve on the boards of The Kate and Old Saybrook Senior Housing, am a member of the Old Saybrook Rotary Club and the Old Saybrook and Lyme-Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Devin Carney (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for CT House of Representatives, 23rd District