OLD LYME -- With sadness but also with deep gratitude for a long life well lived, we announce the passing of Robert King "Bobby" White of Old Lyme, Nov. 7, 2021. Born in New York City, July 5, 1928, to Elsie Croll and Robert Hooper White, Bobby graduated from the Buckley School, Collegiate School and Yale University (1950). He was a longtime member of the New York Stock … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Robert King “Bobby” White of Old Lyme, Longtime NYSE Member; Services Scheduled Nov. 27 in OL
Death of William James “Bill” Jackson Sr. Announced, Resident of Old Lyme for 64 Years
EAST LYME -- William James "Bill" Jackson Sr., 77, of East Lyme, beloved husband of Joann Race Jackson, passed away Oct. 3, 2021, at L+M Hospital in New London, with his wife by his side. Bill was born Dec. 23, 1943, to Lucy Noyes Jackson of Old Lyme and Charles A. Jackson of Columbus, Ga. Bill lived in Old Lyme for 64 years and was a volunteer firefighter in town for many … [Read more...] about Death of William James “Bill” Jackson Sr. Announced, Resident of Old Lyme for 64 Years
Nov. 15 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 450, Lyme Reduces by One to 131
LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Monday, Nov. 15, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows four new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme taking that town’s total of cumulative cases to 450. This uptick in cases locally reflects the statewide situation; the Hartford Courant reported in its Nov. 15 Daily Coronavirus Updates that, "Weekly … [Read more...] about Nov. 15 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 450, Lyme Reduces by One to 131
A la Carte: More About Pie, Plus a Tart for Vegetarians
Okay, my friend, Lisa, suggested what I make for Thanksgiving: two pies—one apple and one pumpkin. Easy-peasy. Also green beans and corn bread. I also want to let you know that I am not going away for the holiday, just a short drive down I-95. So, if you have questions, think of me as your own Butterball Hotline. You have my e-mail below the column, so if you have a … [Read more...] about A la Carte: More About Pie, Plus a Tart for Vegetarians
Letter to the Editor: Who is Old Lyme’s Ethics Ombudsman?
To the Editor: Who is Old Lyme's Ethics Ombudsman? The answer depends on which town official you ask. When asking the Ethics Commission Chairman, she indicated that she wasn't sure that the position exists. When asking the Town Clerk's office, they indicated that the current Democratic Registrar of Voters is the Ethics Ombudsman ... but that can't be. Old Lyme's … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Who is Old Lyme’s Ethics Ombudsman?
Nov. 12 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 446, Lyme Holds at 132
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Friday, Nov. 12, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows two new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme taking that town’s total of cumulative cases to 446. No new cases were reported in Lyme, meaning cumulative cases in that town remain at 132. This is the third day in succession that no cases have been … [Read more...] about Nov. 12 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 446, Lyme Holds at 132
A Veterans Day to Remember in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
OLD LYME -- In the words of Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser, "What an amazing day!" He continued in his email to LymeLine, "I have always said that Veterans Day is one the best days of the year in our schools ... and this year was no exception." The flags were out at each school in the district ... ... and each veteran was given a rousing … [Read more...] about A Veterans Day to Remember in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Nov. 11 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Old Lyme Takes Cumulative Case Total to 444, Lyme Holds at 132
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Thursday, Nov. 11, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows one new, confirmed COVID-19 case in Old Lyme taking that town's total of cumulative cases to 444. Prior to this case, Old Lyme had gone six days in succession with no cases. No new cases were reported in Lyme, meaning cumulative cases in that town … [Read more...] about Nov. 11 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Old Lyme Takes Cumulative Case Total to 444, Lyme Holds at 132
Nosal Wins Seat on Zoning by Six Votes in Monday Night’s Recount
OLD LYME — UPDATED NOV. 11 at 1pm with a comment from Selectwoman Nosal. The final result in Monday evening’s lengthy recount of the votes cast last Tuesday for a five-year term starting 2022 on the Old Lyme Zoning Commission was as follows: Mary Jo Nosal (D): 1,600 Sloan Danenhower (R): 1,594 This result confirmed Nosal, who currently serves as Old Lyme Selectwoman but … [Read more...] about Nosal Wins Seat on Zoning by Six Votes in Monday Night’s Recount
Death Announced of Henry L. Friel, Jr. of Hadlyme, Father of Peter of Old Lyme, Father-in-Law of the Late Michelle Friel
HADLYME -- Henry L. Friel, Jr., of Hadlyme, beloved husband of Lucynda R. (Gallia) Friel, died Sunday November 7, 2021 at Chestelm Health Care Center, East Haddam ... Besides his wife Lucynda, Henry is survived by five children, Mark Friel and his partner Susan Girard of Sea Cliff, NY, Peter Friel of Old Lyme, Mary Ann Fulner and her husband Brad of Killingworth, Matthew … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Henry L. Friel, Jr. of Hadlyme, Father of Peter of Old Lyme, Father-in-Law of the Late Michelle Friel
We Thank and Honor Our Veterans Today; Numerous Ceremonies Planned in Lyme, Old Lyme
LYME/OLD LYME -- On Thursday, Nov. 11, a Veterans' Day Ceremony will be hosted by the Lyme Veterans' Memorial Committee at 11 a.m. at the Lyme Veteran's Memorial, 480 Hamburg Rd., by Lyme Town Hall. Meanwhile, down in Old Lyme, a brief Flagpole Ceremony will be held at the Old Lyme Town Hall at 11:30 a.m. All are welcome to these ceremonies. Lyme-Old Lyme Schools will … [Read more...] about We Thank and Honor Our Veterans Today; Numerous Ceremonies Planned in Lyme, Old Lyme
Letter From Paris: Antony Blinken Has Major Advantage Being Bilingual at Helm of US Foreign Policy
Never before has a US Secretary of State been as utterly bilingual as Antony Blinken. Granted, two of the Founding Fathers of America also had special relationships with France. But Benjamin Franklin was 70 when he was appointed ambassador to Paris in 1776. For nine years, he resided in Passy and became a real Parisian. Thomas Jefferson was 41 when he planted his roots … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Antony Blinken Has Major Advantage Being Bilingual at Helm of US Foreign Policy
Nov. 10 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Lyme Takes Cumulative Case Total to 132, Old Lyme Holds Steady at 443
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health(CT DPH) shows one new, confirmed COVID-19 case in Lyme taking that town's total of cumulative cases to 132. Prior to this case, Lyme had gone 23 days in succession with no cases. No new cases were reported in Old Lyme, meaning cumulative cases in that town … [Read more...] about Nov. 10 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Lyme Takes Cumulative Case Total to 132, Old Lyme Holds Steady at 443
Griswold Withdraws Application for Halls Road Village District at 11th Hour; HRIC Chair Twining Responds, Says “Withdrawal … Was Last Minute Action Taken Without Notice or Consultation”
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 11/10 at 1:20am with HRIC Chair's Response to withdrawal submission: Around lunchtime on Monday, Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold formally withdrew the Town of Old Lyme's petition for the amendment of the Old Lyme Zoning Regulations to create the Halls Road Village District by submitting a letter to Paul Orzel, the chairman of the Old Lyme Zoning … [Read more...] about Griswold Withdraws Application for Halls Road Village District at 11th Hour; HRIC Chair Twining Responds, Says “Withdrawal … Was Last Minute Action Taken Without Notice or Consultation”
Crosby Explains Importance of ‘The Gift of Education’ to Haitians; Free, Virtual Presentation This Evening
OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, Nov. 10, at 6:30 p.m., the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library will host a virtual presentation via Zoom by Rebecca Crosby, who is co-founder of the Crosby Fund for Haitian Education. This free presentation titled will start at 6:30 p.m. and are welcome. Registration is required at this link in order to obtain the Zoom link. During the … [Read more...] about Crosby Explains Importance of ‘The Gift of Education’ to Haitians; Free, Virtual Presentation This Evening