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Jan. 4 COVID-19 Update: Five New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 659, One New Case in Lyme Raises Total There to 171

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LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2022, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows five new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme taking the town’s total of cumulative cases to 659. One new case was reported in Lyme, taking that town’s cumulative total to 171. The state hit a new COVID-19 positivity rate in the Jan. 4 … [Read more...] about Jan. 4 COVID-19 Update: Five New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 659, One New Case in Lyme Raises Total There to 171

Lyme-Old Lyme HS Boys’ Basketball: Wildcats Come Up Three Points Short Against Hale-Ray

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OLD LYME -- Old Lyme put up a great fight against Hale Ray Tuesday evening despite having four key players unable to play due COVID protocols. The Wildcats ultimately were defeated by only three points in the 59-56 loss on their home court. It was a real team effort for the Wildcats under challenging circumstances. Caden Monte led Old Lyme's scoring with 18 points … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Boys’ Basketball: Wildcats Come Up Three Points Short Against Hale-Ray

Death Announced of Susan Marinone Salzillo, 69, of Old Lyme

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OLD LYME -- Susan Marinone Salzillo, 69, of Old Lyme passed away Dec. 8, 2021, at the Lawrence + Memorial Hospital in New London ... She previously was married to Michael Salzillo and bore his four children, Michael, Matthew, Mark, and Mandy (Weber). Susan was later married to Elliot Penna, who survives her ... Visit this link to read the full obituary published Dec. 19, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Susan Marinone Salzillo, 69, of Old Lyme

Death Announced of Doris Pearce, 89, Long-time Resident of Old Lyme, She “Loved Spending Time with her Machnik Relatives”

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OLD LYME -- Doris Pearce, 89, passed away in her beloved home surrounded by love Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021. Doris Jane Grimes was born May 21, 1932, in Waterford, to Helen Machnik Grimes and Leslie "Red" Grimes ... They retired to Old Lyme, in the early seventies. Doris loved spending time with her Machnik relatives: aunts and uncles and cousins ... Visit this link to read … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Doris Pearce, 89, Long-time Resident of Old Lyme, She “Loved Spending Time with her Machnik Relatives”

Jan. 3 COVID-19 Update: Daily Case Numbers Break Records in Both Towns With 33 New Cases in Old Lyme Taking Cumulative Total to 654, Eight New Cases in Lyme Raising Total There to 170

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LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows 33 new, confirmed COVID-19 case in Old Lyme taking the town’s total of cumulative cases to 654. Eight new cases were reported in Lyme, taking that town’s cumulative total to 170. Theses are record daily numbers for both towns but it must be … [Read more...] about Jan. 3 COVID-19 Update: Daily Case Numbers Break Records in Both Towns With 33 New Cases in Old Lyme Taking Cumulative Total to 654, Eight New Cases in Lyme Raising Total There to 170

Lyme Emergency Management to Distribute Free, State-Funded COVID-19 Self-Tests, Masks This Afternoon

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LYME -- Today, Tuesday, Jan. 4, from 4 to 6 p.m., the Lyme Emergency Management Department will distribute free at-home COVID self-tests and N-95 face masks to Lyme residents at the Hamburg Fire Station, while supplies last.  The distribution will be made on a drive-by only basis -- no walk-ups will be accepted. The Town has received a small number of the test kits and an … [Read more...] about Lyme Emergency Management to Distribute Free, State-Funded COVID-19 Self-Tests, Masks This Afternoon

Lyme/Old Lyme Refugee Committee Seeks Assistance for Afghan Family Resettled in Old Lyme

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LYME/OLD LYME — The mission of the Refugee Resettlement Committee of Lyme/Old Lyme is to provide shelter and sustenance to families who need support due to a traumatic/catastrophic  event that has forced them from their homes. The committee was established in 2016 in response to the world-wide refugee  crisis and co–sponsors with IRIS (Integrated Refugee and Immigrant … [Read more...] about Lyme/Old Lyme Refugee Committee Seeks Assistance for Afghan Family Resettled in Old Lyme

Roberge Says Successful Hand-out of COVID-19 Tests was “Team Effort,” Thanks all Involved for “Support, Patience, Kindness”

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OLD LYME -- Although holding many reservations about holding a drive-through event to pick up the highly anticipated COVID-19 self-tests finally delivered by the state, Old Lyme Director of Emergency Management David Roberge ended up pleased with its outcome. He commented cheerfully in a phone call to LymeLine after the 180 test kits received had been distributed Sunday … [Read more...] about Roberge Says Successful Hand-out of COVID-19 Tests was “Team Effort,” Thanks all Involved for “Support, Patience, Kindness”

Old Lyme Girl’s Basketball: Fenton, Loflin Combine for 22 Wildcat Points, But Westbrook Still Wins

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OLD LYME -- Last Tuesday, Dec. 28, the Old Lyme Wildcats -- playing at home -- were defeated 39-31 by the Westbrook Knights, despite junior Alexis Fenton netting 12 points while senior Megan Loflin both added 10 points and took 13 rebounds. Coach Don Bugbee said after the game, "Westbrook played very well for the win on a night when we struggled a great deal … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Girl’s Basketball: Fenton, Loflin Combine for 22 Wildcat Points, But Westbrook Still Wins

90 COVID-19 Self-Tests Handed Out in 10 Minutes, NO MORE TESTS AVAILABLE NOW

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OLD LYME -- 4:20pm UPDATE: All tests have now been handed out -- no further ones are available at this time. Old Lyme Emergency Services Director David Roberge called us to say 90 tests were handed out to residents in the first 10 minutes of the drive-through event at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School this afternoon. … [Read more...] about 90 COVID-19 Self-Tests Handed Out in 10 Minutes, NO MORE TESTS AVAILABLE NOW

Drive-Thru Pick Up of COVID-19 Test Kits Scheduled 3-5pm THIS AFTERNOON to Eligible Old Lyme Residents at LOL Middle School; Only 180 Tests Available, First-Come, First-Served

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Drive-Thru Pick Up of COVID-19 Test Kits Scheduled THIS AFTERNOON to Eligible Residents from 3-5pm (OR UNTIL SUPPLIES EXHAUSTED) at LOL Middle School. Only 180 Tests Available, Distribution First-Come, First Served OLD LYME -- We have just received the following important update from Old Lyme Emergency Services Director David Roberge regarding distribution of state-funded … [Read more...] about Drive-Thru Pick Up of COVID-19 Test Kits Scheduled 3-5pm THIS AFTERNOON to Eligible Old Lyme Residents at LOL Middle School; Only 180 Tests Available, First-Come, First-Served

Dec. 30 COVID-19 Update: 99.4% of State Now in Red (Daily Case Rate) Zone, Nine New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 621, Two New Cases in Lyme Raise Total There to 162

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LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Thursday, Dec. 30, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows nine new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme taking that town’s total of cumulative cases to 621. Two new cases were reported in Lyme raising their cumulative case total to 162. The state does not issue reports over the weekend nor on public … [Read more...] about Dec. 30 COVID-19 Update: 99.4% of State Now in Red (Daily Case Rate) Zone, Nine New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 621, Two New Cases in Lyme Raise Total There to 162

Welcome the New Year at Lyme Public Hall This Afternoon

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LYME -- On Saturday, Jan. 1, 2022, join friends and neighbors to celebrate the New Year at a reception from 3 to 6 p.m. at Lyme Public Hall. All are welcome and admission is free. Enjoy live music by local musicians and lots of conversation. There will be hot chocolate and cookies or you can bring your own! The Public Hall House Band, which includes Lyme Public Hall … [Read more...] about Welcome the New Year at Lyme Public Hall This Afternoon

Update on Those State-Funded COVID-19 Self-Tests

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OLD LYME -- Asked when Old Lyme residents might expect distribution of the COVID-19 tests promised at the start of the week by Connecticut Gov. Lamont and anticipated to be in resident's hands by today, Old Lyme Emergency Department Director David Roberge gave LymeLine.com an update in a phone call earlier today [Friday, Dec. 31.] He said, "[Following Gov. Lamont's … [Read more...] about Update on Those State-Funded COVID-19 Self-Tests