In January 2015, in a forceful declaration, French president François Hollande officially announced a break with the Socialist program, which had been the basis of his 2012 presidential campaign. It was a sharp turn toward a more liberal, market-oriented policy. The Loi Macron, named after the young (33-year-old) Minister of Economy Emmanuel Macron, was to embody the new … [Read more...] about Letter from Paris: ‘Loi Macron’ Indicates a Sea Change in French Politics
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Letter from Paris: Minsk 2 – Another Truce for Ukraine … Maybe
After a 16-hour long marathon of negotiations on Feb. 11, and a great deal of suspense, Angela Merkel and François Hollande wrenched out a hard-won agreement for a cease-fire in Ukraine from Petro Porosnhenko and Vladimir Putin starting on Saturday, Feb. 14 at midnight. All parties to the agreement were extremely cautious and hoped that “Minsk 2” would last longer than “Minsk … [Read more...] about Letter from Paris: Minsk 2 – Another Truce for Ukraine … Maybe
High Hopes Hosts Volunteer Enrichment Conference Today, All Welcome
High Hopes Therapeutic Riding, Inc. is hosting a Volunteer Enrichment Conference today, Monday, Feb. 16, which is also President's Day. The event, which runs from run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., is a one-day conference offering sessions on a variety of topics related to the High Hopes' volunteer experience. A small registration fee gives you the choice of four sessions during … [Read more...] about High Hopes Hosts Volunteer Enrichment Conference Today, All Welcome
Saint Ann’s Church in Old Lyme Hosts Four Winter Concerts, Ukrainian Vocal Group Sings Today
Over the winter months Saint Ann’s Episcopal Church in Old Lyme will present four exciting concerts in its ongoing Music Series. Concert performers and dates are as follows: Sunday, Jan. 18 at 10:30 a.m. and 12 noon – Yevshan Singers This Hartford-based Ukrainian a cappella vocal ensemble will join Saint Ann’s 10:30 a.m. worship service, singing two Ukrainian sacred … [Read more...] about Saint Ann’s Church in Old Lyme Hosts Four Winter Concerts, Ukrainian Vocal Group Sings Today
All About Phoebe: Old Lyme Library Hosts Presentation Tonight on Its Namesake
The Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library will host a unique historical presentation by Carolyn Wakeman on the namesake of the Library on Wednesday, Jan. 14, at 7 p.m. Co-sponsored by the Florence Griswold Museum, the program titled, Phoebe’s Place: Life and Letters on Lyme Street, celebrates the life of one of the most influential women in the … [Read more...] about All About Phoebe: Old Lyme Library Hosts Presentation Tonight on Its Namesake
Talking Transportation: “Getting to the Airport”
The old Cunard line used to say that “getting there is half the fun.” But anyone who’s endured the challenges and indignities of air travel know that getting to the airport can sap your strength, if not your wallet. Consider the alternatives. A car service is certainly convenient. But at $110 one way to LaGuardia, $140 to JFK and $150+ to Newark, getting to the airport … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: “Getting to the Airport”
Letter from Paris: New European Union Commission Leadership Faces Rocky Road
On Nov. 1, following the mandate of Manual Barroso (2009-2014) from Portugal, the 12th Commission of the European Union (EU) moved into its headquarters at the Berlaymont in Brussels. The selection process of the Commission - the key institution of the EU and a formidable machine employing 25,000 persons - has greatly changed since its beginnings in 1951. The mandate was … [Read more...] about Letter from Paris: New European Union Commission Leadership Faces Rocky Road
Nature Conservancy Holds Deer Hunt at Lyme’s Selden Creek Preserve to Support Deer Management Program
The Nature Conservancy is coordinating a deer hunt at the Conservancy’s Selden Creek Preserve in Lyme starting Wednesday, Nov. 19 and continuing through Wednesday, Dec. 31; however, the preserve will not be closed because the hunting area is safely separated from the part of the preserve with public trails. The Conservancy is also coordinating a hunt at the Burnham Brook … [Read more...] about Nature Conservancy Holds Deer Hunt at Lyme’s Selden Creek Preserve to Support Deer Management Program
Talking Transportation: Commuters Have Clout
The recent elections have shown Hartford an important fact: the 120,000 daily riders of Metro-North have political power. The Commuter Action Group, of which I am founder, endorsed only five candidates for election and they were all winners. (Trust me, there were many others seeking our endorsement, but they didn’t have the track-records (pun intended) to warrant our … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: Commuters Have Clout
High Hopes Hosts Annual Holiday Market Today
High Hopes hosts its annual Holiday Market this Sunday, Nov. 16, from 12 to 4 p.m. at their location at 36 Town Woods Road in Old Lyme. For one afternoon, the High Hopes arena in Old Lyme will be transformed into a marketplace with something for everyone. Start your holiday shopping at more than 50 vendors selling crafts, jewelry, gourmet foods and more, perfect for starting … [Read more...] about High Hopes Hosts Annual Holiday Market Today
Tunisian Election Outcome Offers Remarkable Example to Countries Dealing With Terrorism, Violence
Tunisia did it again! This small country in North Africa was the one to start the Arab Spring in December 2010. On Oct. 26 of this year, the parliamentary elections marked the return to some degree of normalcy after a difficult period of assassinations and violence. The latest elections revealed a "collective intelligence," to use the words of a French political scientist … [Read more...] about Tunisian Election Outcome Offers Remarkable Example to Countries Dealing With Terrorism, Violence
SECWAC Hosts Hybel on ‘Who Got it Right and Who Got it Wrong … From Kennedy to Obama’ at Conn. College, Wednesday
The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) is hosting a presentation by Dr. Alex Hybel, Professor of Government and International Relations at Connecticut College, New London, titled, “Who Got it Right and Who Got it Wrong … From Kennedy to Obama.” The discussion will be held Wednesday, Nov. 12, at Connecticut College, New London, in the Crozier-William Student … [Read more...] about SECWAC Hosts Hybel on ‘Who Got it Right and Who Got it Wrong … From Kennedy to Obama’ at Conn. College, Wednesday
Connecticut River Gateway Commission Donates $5,000 To “The Preserve” Fund
The Connecticut River Gateway Commission has contributed $5,000 to the Trust for Public Land Campaign to Preserve the 1,000 Acre Forest. The donation will help ensure that the parcel known as The Preserve in Old Saybrook, Westbrook, and Essex will be permanently protected as forestland and wildlife habitat. The Gateway Commission was established in 1973 to administer the … [Read more...] about Connecticut River Gateway Commission Donates $5,000 To “The Preserve” Fund
Clarification: Deadline for Annual Land Trust Photo Contest Extended to Dec. 1
Amateur photographers, no matter where they live, may submit photographs of the scenic countryside, wildlife, plants, and cultural and historic features in the towns of East Haddam, Essex, Lyme, Old Lyme, and Salem. Submissions are being accepted up to Dec. 1. Contest rules are available online athttp://www.lymelandtrust.org/news/photo-contest/ . Entry forms for the contest … [Read more...] about Clarification: Deadline for Annual Land Trust Photo Contest Extended to Dec. 1
Old Lyme’s Christiano Featured in Essex Art Show
Old Lyme artist Catherine Christiano is featured in a three person show at Art Essex Gallery that opens with a public reception Saturday, Nov. 1, from 4 to 7 p.m. She is exhibiting postcard sized oil paintings of the beach communities of Old Lyme, small landscapes, and compelling detailed still lifes painted on newspaper. Also in this exhibition are Cape Cod … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Christiano Featured in Essex Art Show