OLD LYME -- Subsequent to Gov. Lamont's decision to end the statewide mask mandate in schools on Feb. 28, and delegate masking decisions to local authorities, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser has announced that masks would no longer be required in LOL Schools from Feb. 28 onward, although they would still be recommended. He communicated this decision to the … [Read more...] about Mask Mandate for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Lifted From Feb. 28, But Masks Still Recommended; “Individual’s Decisions” Must be Respected (Neviaser)
Old Lyme Honors Its First Responders on ‘Random Acts of Kindness Day,’ Selectwoman Shoemaker Delivers Sweet Treats to All Essential Worker Departments in Town
OLD LYME -- On Thursday, Feb. 17, the Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) took the opportunity to recognize the Town's First Responders, who give outstanding service at all times but especially have done so throughout the pandemic Trays of cookies, sweets and notes of appreciation were hand-delivered by Selectwoman Martha Shoemaker (D) to the Old Lyme Fire Department, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Honors Its First Responders on ‘Random Acts of Kindness Day,’ Selectwoman Shoemaker Delivers Sweet Treats to All Essential Worker Departments in Town
Feb. 17 Daily COVID-19 Update: 90.5% of State Remains in Case Rate Red Zone; Three New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1016, One New Case in Lyme Takes Town Total to 252
LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Thursday, Feb. 17, 2022, around 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows three new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme. This increases the cumulative case total for the Town from 1013 on Feb. 16, to 1016. One new case was reported in Lyme raising the cumulative total of cases there from 251 on Feb. 16, to … [Read more...] about Feb. 17 Daily COVID-19 Update: 90.5% of State Remains in Case Rate Red Zone; Three New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1016, One New Case in Lyme Takes Town Total to 252
A la Carte: Caramelized Coconut Budino Makes a Luscious Dessert
I am going to a dinner party next Saturday evening in Madison. There may be 12 people. I may have met half of them. Most are flying in to see their daughter and son-in-law in their new house into which they moved just three weeks ago. The last time I moved, it took me months to unpack boxes, never mind ready to host a dinner party in less than a month. And many of the … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Caramelized Coconut Budino Makes a Luscious Dessert
Feb. 16 Daily COVID-19 Update: Eight New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1013, Lyme Holds at 251 for Third Day
LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Wednesday, Feb. 16, 2022, around 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows eight new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme. This increases the cumulative case total for the Town from 1005 to 1013. No new cases were reported in Lyme keeping the cumulative total of cases there at 251 for the third day in … [Read more...] about Feb. 16 Daily COVID-19 Update: Eight New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1013, Lyme Holds at 251 for Third Day
Feb. 15 Daily COVID-19 Update: Five New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1005, No New Cases in Lyme Where Total Holds at 251
LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Tuesday, Feb. 15, 2022, around 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows five new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme. This increases the cumulative case total for the Town from 1000 to 1005. No new cases were reported in Lyme keeping the cumulative total of cases there at 251. The Feb. 15 state report … [Read more...] about Feb. 15 Daily COVID-19 Update: Five New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1005, No New Cases in Lyme Where Total Holds at 251
Death Announced of Jennie A. Rubera; Beloved Teacher in Old Lyme Schools for 37 Years
OLD LYME -- Jennie A. Rubera, of Old Lyme, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at her residence on February 12, 2022. She was born in Waterbury, the daughter of Angelo and Rose Petraroia and was the wife of the late Joseph A. Rubera. Mrs. Rubera lived a life of serving others as a nurse and business owner before embarking on a 37-year career as a teacher in … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Jennie A. Rubera; Beloved Teacher in Old Lyme Schools for 37 Years
COVID-19 Tests Available for Elderly, Those with Disabilities and/or Unable to Pickup Tests Alone
OLD LYME -- The Town of Old Lyme now has an additional quantity of COVID-19 test-kits available for: > seniors and persons, who might be at risk due to living in congregate housing, > persons who have a physical, mental, intellectual or other developmental disability, or for > those unable to seek out testing kits on their own. If you are or someone you know is … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Tests Available for Elderly, Those with Disabilities and/or Unable to Pickup Tests Alone
Death Announced of Kathleen “Kathy” Kristopik of South Lyme
SOUTH LYME -- Kathleen "Kathy" Kristopik of Point O' Woods Beach and formerly of Kensington passed away peacefully Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022 ... She was predeceased by her husband Richard L. Kristopik and brother Robert Breininger. She was survived by her son, Kenneth Kristopik of South Lyme; daughter, Sandi (Brion) Dodge of East Lyme; and grandson, Gus Dodge of East Lyme … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Kathleen “Kathy” Kristopik of South Lyme
Feb. 14 Daily COVID-19 Update: Old Lyme Records 1000th Cumulative Case, One New Case Raises Lyme’s Total to 251
LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Monday, Feb. 14, 2022, around 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows two new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme. This caused the Town to break a grim, new milestone by taking its cumulative case total from 998 to 1000. There was one new case reported in Lyme taking the cumulative total of cases there … [Read more...] about Feb. 14 Daily COVID-19 Update: Old Lyme Records 1000th Cumulative Case, One New Case Raises Lyme’s Total to 251
Death Announced of Janice Lona MacDonald Gafner, Graduate of Old Lyme High School
The lovely Janice Lona MacDonald Gafner of Cary, NC, left this life for the next on February 7, 2022 after a valiant challenge with pancreatic cancer ... After graduating from Old Lyme High School in 1954 she attended Bryant College and earned a diploma in Secretarial Training. It was at Bryant that she met the love of her life, Frederick A Gafner of Rome, NY whom she … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Janice Lona MacDonald Gafner, Graduate of Old Lyme High School
Old Lyme Affordable Housing Commission/RiverCOG Host Virtual Workshop, Tonight; All OL Residents Encouraged to Attend
OLD LYME -- On Tuesday, Feb. 15, at 7 p.m., the Old Lyme Affordable Housing Commission (OLAHC) and the Lower Connecticut River Valley Council of Governments (RiverCOG) will host an on-line community workshop to discuss the work in progress toward preparing a state-mandated Affordable Housing Plan for Old Lyme. All Old Lyme residents are encouraged to attend. The state … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Affordable Housing Commission/RiverCOG Host Virtual Workshop, Tonight; All OL Residents Encouraged to Attend
Old Lyme’s 2021 Citizen of the Year Honored by ‘Sustainable OL’ Members at ‘Galentine Tea’
OLD LYME -- Cheryl Poirier was recently named Old Lyme's 2021 Citizen of the Year, and members of the Sustainable Old Lyme group wanted to find a way to honor her achievement, and celebrate her hard work, which brought Old Lyme to the Silver Level of SustainableCT's program. Old Lyme is one of only 12 towns in the state and the only town in New London County to have … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s 2021 Citizen of the Year Honored by ‘Sustainable OL’ Members at ‘Galentine Tea’
Old Lyme RTC Chair Kelsey Donates $500,000 to Launch New PAC
A new independent expenditure group, CT Truth PAC Inc., came to life over the weekend with a $500,000 contribution by David Kelsey, the GOP town chair of Old Lyme and a longtime donor to Republicans. Organization papers filed with the State Elections Enforcement Commission confine the PAC to independent spending on races for governor and the five other statewide … [Read more...] about Old Lyme RTC Chair Kelsey Donates $500,000 to Launch New PAC
Feb. 11 Daily COVID-19 Update: Three New Cases In Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 998, One New Case in Lyme Raises Total There to 250
LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Friday, Feb. 11, 2022, around 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows three new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme taking the town’s cumulative case total from 995 to 998. There were two new cases reported in Lyme taking the cumulative total of cases there from 248 to 250. The next Daily Data Report … [Read more...] about Feb. 11 Daily COVID-19 Update: Three New Cases In Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 998, One New Case in Lyme Raises Total There to 250