To the Editor: I recently questioned the judgment of the Old Lyme Republican Town Committee in its endorsement of candidates to the Board of Education. I illustrated my concern by highlighting the superior experience of the endorsed Democrats, and juxtaposing that against the anti-vax views expressed by candidate Mona Colwell in her Facebook posts, suggesting such policies … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Many Reasons Why Colwell is ‘Not a Sound Candidate for Board of Education’
Oct. 22 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme; Lyme Holds at 437, OL at 131
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Friday, Oct. 22, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows no change in the cumulative total of COVID-19 cases in either Lyme or Old Lyme compared with Thursday's numbers. This means Old Lyme holds at 437 cases and Lyme at 131 cases. The state does not issue reports over the weekend nor on public … [Read more...] about Oct. 22 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme; Lyme Holds at 437, OL at 131
Arron to Serve as Artistic Director for Final Musical Masterworks Season Before Lark Assumes Role; Next Concerts Dec. 11-12
OLD LYME -- Musical Masterworks is back with live concerts and audiences next weekend — and this 31st season of chamber music concerts is special on multiple fronts. This season’s five concerts will be a farewell tour for cellist Edward Arron, who has served as Artistic Director for 13 years. A soloist with major orchestras and chamber musician throughout North America, … [Read more...] about Arron to Serve as Artistic Director for Final Musical Masterworks Season Before Lark Assumes Role; Next Concerts Dec. 11-12
Letter to the Editor: Candidates Endorsed by Old Lyme Democrats for Region 18 BOE Are Impartial, Consider All Sides, Bring a Wealth of Experience
To the Editor: As a former member for 11 years of the Salem Board of Education (BOE), I can attest to the importance of BOE members being impartial and willing to look at all sides in any discussion or debate. They must be prepared to ignore any ideological differences among their members and make a careful, thoughtful and considered decision after a full examination of the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Candidates Endorsed by Old Lyme Democrats for Region 18 BOE Are Impartial, Consider All Sides, Bring a Wealth of Experience
Unplug This Weekend! Plenty to Enjoy for All Ages in Lyme/Old Lyme … Without Devices
LYME/OLD LYME -- Why not join the Lyme/Old Lyme community in an Unplugged Weekend this coming Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 23 and 24? Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) invites you to de-stress and take a 'time-out' from technology and social media. The intent is that this is a weekend to consciously turn off our devices in favor of connection, reflection, and quality … [Read more...] about Unplug This Weekend! Plenty to Enjoy for All Ages in Lyme/Old Lyme … Without Devices
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Resident Submitted Letter July 5 to Griswold Detailing Library Lane Safety Concerns; Still Awaiting Response
To the Editor: On July 5th of this year, I submitted a letter to our First Selectman, Tim Griswold, regarding the unsafe conditions that exist on Library Lane. I shared that the volume of traffic on this road has increased greatly in the past few years and without sidewalks, it is a very dangerous situation. Foot traffic grew during the pandemic. Additionally, vehicles are … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Resident Submitted Letter July 5 to Griswold Detailing Library Lane Safety Concerns; Still Awaiting Response
Oct. 20 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 437, Lyme Steady at 131
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Wednesday, Oct. 20, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows two new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme compared with Tuesday's numbers. These cases take Old Lyme's cumulative total to 437. Lyme, meanwhile, holds at a cumulative total of 131 cases. The state does not issue reports over the weekend nor … [Read more...] about Oct. 20 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Total to 437, Lyme Steady at 131
Region 18 BOE ‘Meet the Candidates’ Event to be Held In-Person Tonight, Also Live-Streamed and Recorded
LYME-OLD LYME -- Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and the Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce are hosting an in-person, Meet the Candidates for Board of Education event this evening, Wednesday, Oct. 20, starting at 7 p.m. at Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School. LymeLine.com is proud to sponsor the event and all are welcome. The eight candidates running for the Old Lyme open seats … [Read more...] about Region 18 BOE ‘Meet the Candidates’ Event to be Held In-Person Tonight, Also Live-Streamed and Recorded
Oct. 19 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme: Cumulative Town Totals Hold Respectively at 131, 435
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Tuesday, Oct. 19, at 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows no new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Lyme or Old Lyme compared with Monday's numbers. Old Lyme therefore holds at a cumulative total of 435 confirmed cases and Lyme at 131. The state does not issue reports over the weekend nor on public holidays. … [Read more...] about Oct. 19 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme: Cumulative Town Totals Hold Respectively at 131, 435
Jim Lampos (D): Candidate for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen
Biography: Jim Lampos serves on the Town of Old Lyme Community Connectivity Grant Committee, and is an alternate on the Planning Commission. He previously served on the Sound View Improvements Committee. He has been a year-round resident in Old Lyme with his wife Michaelle and his children Phoebe and Van for the past 16 years, and prior to that was a seasonal resident for … [Read more...] about Jim Lampos (D): Candidate for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen
Martha Shoemaker (D): Candidate for Old Lyme First Selectman
Biography: Martha Shoemaker currently serves as co-chair on the Region 18 Board of Education, the LOL Prevention Coalition and as President of The Friends of the OLPGN Library. Martha is a retired teacher (35 years) and served as her union president for twelve years. She has been employed at FiberQA for four years as their purchasing and production lead. She has been a … [Read more...] about Martha Shoemaker (D): Candidate for Old Lyme First Selectman
Matthew Ward (R): Candidate for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen
Biography: I have lived in Old Lyme for 15 years with my beautiful wife of 20 years, Tara, and our five amazing kids Aidan (Sr), Kaitlyn (Jr), Keara (Soph), Ashlynn (6th) and Liam (4th). I basically have all the Old Lyme Schools covered. I proudly served the public as a CT State Trooper for 20 years - stationed at Troop F Westbrook barracks during my entire career, retiring … [Read more...] about Matthew Ward (R): Candidate for Old Lyme Board of Selectmen
Timothy C. Griswold (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme First Selectman
Biography: Town of Old Lyme: First Selectman: 16 years Treasurer: 4 years Board of Finance: 15 years Chairman: 6 years Board of Assessment Appeals: 8 years Business: Various banking positions in Connecticut – Commercial Lending and Commercial Real Estate Civic: Florence Griswold Museum - Board Lyme Academy of Fine Arts – Board LOL Chamber of Commerce – Past … [Read more...] about Timothy C. Griswold (R): Candidate (Incumbent) for Old Lyme First Selectman
Letter to the Editor: Political, Personal Agendas and Extremist Rhetoric Have No Place at Board of Education Table
To the Editor: Parents and taxpayers of Old Lyme, please pay close attention to this year’s November municipal elections, particularly to the candidates for the Region 18 Board of Education. Old Lyme enjoys a school system that is broadly recognized for its quality across the region, the state, and indeed the nation. Based on my tenure of sixteen years as a former … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Political, Personal Agendas and Extremist Rhetoric Have No Place at Board of Education Table
Letter to the Editor: Griswold Has Misrepresented Old Lyme’s Values, Embarrassed Residents by Refusal to Discuss Racism Resolution
To the Editor: I am embarrassed that Old Lyme’s values have been poorly represented by First Selectman Tim Griswold. Over a year ago, in August 2020, Selectwoman Mary Jo Nosal proposed that the Board of Selectmen adopt a resolution declaring racism a public health crisis, as well as measures to address it. Despite the fact that the Connecticut legislature and numerous … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Griswold Has Misrepresented Old Lyme’s Values, Embarrassed Residents by Refusal to Discuss Racism Resolution