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Support Old Lyme Library’s Renewal Campaign by Buying “Pizza for Phoebe” Today, 10am-8:30pm

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OLD LYME -- If you buy some delicious food from Teddy’s Pizza tomorrow, Wednesday, Dec. 18, between 10 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. and you'll be supporting the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library's Renewal Campaign. Teddy's is generously donating a portion of the day’s proceeds directly to the campaign. Teddy’s Old Lyme Pizza Palace is located at 264 Shore Rd. in Old Lyme.  … [Read more...] about Support Old Lyme Library’s Renewal Campaign by Buying “Pizza for Phoebe” Today, 10am-8:30pm

Volunteers From Old Lyme Open Space Commission, CT Hiking Alliance Join Forces to Remove Fencing on McCulloch Farm

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OLD LYME -- The Town of Old Lyme purchased 300 acres of the McCulloch farm in September, and the Old Lyme Open Space Commission has been working since to prepare the property for public access.  Coincidentally, the Connecticut Hiking Alliance (CHA) was at the same time looking for worthwhile volunteer projects. It was a perfect match for both organizations and thus the … [Read more...] about Volunteers From Old Lyme Open Space Commission, CT Hiking Alliance Join Forces to Remove Fencing on McCulloch Farm

Embassy Press Aide Presents, ‘Afghanistan: Storytelling of America’s Longest War,’ Hosted by SECWAC This Evening

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WATERFORD, CT – The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) has announced that Katherine Brown is to speak on her experiences as an embassy press aide in Afghanistan at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12, at the Crozier Williams Student Center at Connecticut College, 270 Mohegan Ave Pkwy, New London, CT. Based on eight years of interviews in Kabul, Washington, and New … [Read more...] about Embassy Press Aide Presents, ‘Afghanistan: Storytelling of America’s Longest War,’ Hosted by SECWAC This Evening

Letter to the Editor: Realtor Tinnerello Looks to Join Zoning Commission; Offers Open Door With Transparency, Collaboration, Honesty

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To the Editor: I am running for Zoning in Old Lyme and would like to share my letter to residents: As a resident and realtor in Old Lyme I have decided to run for Zoning Commission. As a realtor, I understand the balancing act between the town's interests and private property rights. Old Lyme characteristics make us long-time environmentalists- water, beaches, wetlands, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Realtor Tinnerello Looks to Join Zoning Commission; Offers Open Door With Transparency, Collaboration, Honesty

Mary Powell-St. Louis (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for Region 18 Board of Education Representing Lyme

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Mary is running for her second term on the Region 18 Board of Education as the Republican candidate from Lyme.  She is a twenty-one-year resident of the town and has three sons in the school system.  Mary is a board-certified physician with an additional Master of Public Health degree.  She is employed as a Principal Investigator and Research Physician with Pfizer.  She has … [Read more...] about Mary Powell-St. Louis (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for Region 18 Board of Education Representing Lyme

Chris Kerr (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme Selectman

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Chris is a life-long resident of Old Lyme with a long history of public service.  Chris has served for over 15 years on the Board of Finance and the Planning Commission.  He has also been active in the Old Lyme Fire Department for 34 years. While serving on the Board of Finance, Chris oversaw the completion of two major Town capital projects, the construction of the town salt … [Read more...] about Chris Kerr (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme Selectman

Mary Jo Nosal (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme Selectwoman

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Since elected Selectwoman in 2011, I have actively listened worked to address the concerns of Old Lyme residents, relying on skills learned from my research and business careers to analyze issues brought to the Board.  I believe that through collaboration we can preserve our community’s quality of life and find creative ways to minimize spending while addressing needed … [Read more...] about Mary Jo Nosal (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme Selectwoman

Tim Griswold (R): Candidate for Old Lyme First Selectman

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Currently Treasurer of Old Lyme and member Board of Assessment Appeals First Selectman of Old Lyme for 14 years (1997 – 2011) Member Old Lyme Board of Finance for 15 years – Chair 6 years Served on numerous local Boards including the Flo Gris, LOL Chamber of Commerce, Lyme Academy College, OL Historical Society and MacCurdy Salisbury Educational Foundation (Investment … [Read more...] about Tim Griswold (R): Candidate for Old Lyme First Selectman

Bonnie Reemsnyder (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme First Selectwoman

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Bonnie has served on the BOS for 16 years, the last eight as First Selectman. Her priorities have included prudent fiscal planning for maintenance of buildings and roads, utilization of grants, customer service, regional opportunities, and collaboration.  Over the past eight years, she has overseen many projects and is most proud of the derailing of the FRA bypass plan. She … [Read more...] about Bonnie Reemsnyder (D): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme First Selectwoman

Letter to the Editor: Support Griswold, Kerr for Honesty, Integrity, and to Retain Old Lyme Charm

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To the Editor: It is my honor and pleasure to offer this letter of support for Tim Griswold and Chris Kerr for Old Lyme First Selectman and Old Lyme Board of Selectman. Both Tim and Chris have a demonstrated track record of honesty, integrity and thoughtful, reasoned leadership. Both seek local solutions and change informed by Old Lyme stake holders. Tim and Chris … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Support Griswold, Kerr for Honesty, Integrity, and to Retain Old Lyme Charm

Old Lyme Officer Recognized by Board of Selectmen for Quick Response

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OLD LYME -- Officer Jay Rankin received a Certificate of Recognition from the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen at their Aug. 19 meeting for his quick thinking, which resulted in the apprehension of four individuals, who had stolen a car from Massachusetts. The suspects then drove to Old Lyme and stole a purse from a woman loading groceries into her car at Big Y on Halls Rd. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Officer Recognized by Board of Selectmen for Quick Response

Turtle Talk Tonight! RTP Estuary Center Hosts Presentation in Old Lyme

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Ever wonder how that Spotted Turtle you saw swimming under the ice survives the winter, or why that Snapping Turtle crawls across your backyard every June? Come learn about the impressive diversity of species that share our state, and the interesting ways they make their livings in our midst. Starting at 7 p.m. this evening at the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center  in … [Read more...] about Turtle Talk Tonight! RTP Estuary Center Hosts Presentation in Old Lyme