LYME -- The First Congregational Church of Lyme invites the community to its virtual Blue Christmas service scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 9, at 7 p.m. This simple service is one that recognizes all those that mourn, worry or wait during the Christmas season. It is a service of candles, music and prayer, and is open to all. It will be held via Zoom at this link: … [Read more...] about Lyme Church Invites Community to Virtual ‘Blue Christmas’ Service This Evening
Dec. 7 COVID Update: Cumulative Total of 95 Confirmed Cases Reported in Old Lyme, 28 in Lyme
LYME/OLD LYME — In light of the serious rise in Coronavirus cases, we have started a new daily update reporting confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in Lyme and Old Lyme. The state is now issuing a COVID-19 metric report daily around 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, which includes current data up to the previous evening. The Daily Data Report for Connecticut issued by CT DPH … [Read more...] about Dec. 7 COVID Update: Cumulative Total of 95 Confirmed Cases Reported in Old Lyme, 28 in Lyme
Rep. Devin Carney Named Ranking Member of Legislature’s Transportation Committee
HARTFORD – State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd), who was reelected in November to the position he has held since 2015, has received his committee assignments for the 2021 legislative session. These include being named as the Ranking Member of the Legislature's Transportation Committee by House Republican Leader-elect Vincent Candelora. “Whether it’s highway congestion … [Read more...] about Rep. Devin Carney Named Ranking Member of Legislature’s Transportation Committee
Obituary: Julia Kathleen Balfour, July 18, 1978 – Nov. 30, 2020
Watch a tribute video to Julia at this link. EAST HADDAM -- Julia Kathleen Balfour, 42, of East Haddam, passed away on November 30th after a lengthy battle with cancer. A giant personality with an unforgettable laugh, everyone knew when she was in the room. A smile was her default expression, and she was up for anything, at any time. She never said no. Julia received her … [Read more...] about Obituary: Julia Kathleen Balfour, July 18, 1978 – Nov. 30, 2020
Old Lyme Historical Society’s 2021 ‘Then & Now’ Calendar on Sale at Local Venues
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Historical Society's 2021 Then & Now Calendars are now on sale at The Bowerbird The Chocolate Shell Florence Griswold Museum The calendar is also for sale on the Society’s Website Shop at OLHSI.org. The calendars, which make a great holiday gift, are $12 each. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society’s 2021 ‘Then & Now’ Calendar on Sale at Local Venues
Despite the Pandemic, Lyme-Old Lyme HS TechnoTicks are Still Tinkering
Tinkering is what happens when you try something you don’t quite know how to do, guided by whim, imagination, and curiosity. When you tinker, there are no instructions—but there are also no failures, no right or wrong ways of doing things. It’s about figuring out how things work and reworking them. Contraptions, machines, wildly mismatched objects working in harmony—this is the … [Read more...] about Despite the Pandemic, Lyme-Old Lyme HS TechnoTicks are Still Tinkering
The Movie Man: ‘The Christmas Chronicles 2’ Misses its Mark
As somebody who looks for originality in nearly every aspect of life, I go into Christmas movies with a great deal of hesitation. And thus I approached The Christmas Chronicles 2. My concern was justified. Should anybody seek a Christmas-themed movie with an original take, The Christmas Chronicles 2 does not deliver ... even for a sequel. With an abundance of unoriginal, … [Read more...] about The Movie Man: ‘The Christmas Chronicles 2’ Misses its Mark
Death of Julia Balfour Announced; Obituary Now Added
LYME -- Julia Balfour, who founded and led the integrated creative agency now located in East Haddam that bears her name, passed away Nov. 30, 2020. She ran the agency for many years from her home in Lyme. The sense of shock among the local community and throughout the extensive business world in which she worked is profound. Julia was a remarkable woman, whose very … [Read more...] about Death of Julia Balfour Announced; Obituary Now Added
Dec. 4 COVID Update: Cumulative Total of 89 Confirmed Cases Reported in Old Lyme, 25 in Lyme
LYME/OLD LYME — In light of the serious rise in Coronavirus cases, we have started a new daily update reporting confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in Lyme and Old Lyme. The state is now issuing a COVID-19 metric report daily around 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, which includes current data up to the previous evening. The Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) does not … [Read more...] about Dec. 4 COVID Update: Cumulative Total of 89 Confirmed Cases Reported in Old Lyme, 25 in Lyme
Learn How to Make a ‘Kissing Ball’ in Zoom Presentation, Thursday
LYME -- On Thursday, Dec. 10, at 7 p.m., the Friends of the Lyme Public Library, the Lyme Garden Club and the Hadlyme Garden Club present "Design & Create a Holiday Kissing Ball," a Zoom presentation by Nancy Ballek. Plan and design your own holiday Kissing Ball with the provided selection of greens, ribbons and decorations. Ballek will begin with a demonstration to … [Read more...] about Learn How to Make a ‘Kissing Ball’ in Zoom Presentation, Thursday
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Moves to Fully Remote Learning due to New COVID Cases, Plans to Reopen Monday
LYME/OLD LYME -- Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser sent out an email Friday afternoon to faculty, staff, students and parents saying, " Over the last two days we have become aware of two other probable cases of COVID-19 at Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS.)" He continued, "As such, LOLHS will move to a full remote learning model beginning Monday, Nov. 30, and … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Moves to Fully Remote Learning due to New COVID Cases, Plans to Reopen Monday
Death of Constance Lucille Duperry Sapia Announced,
OLD LYME -- Connie, 93, was the youngest of 11 children born to Aime and Alma Cyr Duperry in Van Buren, Maine. French was her first language and her family moved to Hartford, CT when she was in high school. She graduated from Bulkeley High. She leaves her brother Edmond, 100; and is predeceased by her siblings: Sister Cecile and Sister Rose (Good Shepherd Sisters), Thomas, … [Read more...] about Death of Constance Lucille Duperry Sapia Announced,
Free, Drive-Thru COVID Testing at Lymes’ Senior Center This Afternoon
OLD LYME -- On Friday, Dec. 4, Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) is hosting a 'pop-up,' drive-thru COVID-testing center at Lymes' Senior Center at 26 Town Woods Rd, Old Lyme, from 2 to 5 p.m. A free PCR test will be administered. Results typically take 24 to 72 hours. You do not need to be experiencing symptoms or have a doctor’s order. Children can be tested as long … [Read more...] about Free, Drive-Thru COVID Testing at Lymes’ Senior Center This Afternoon
Dec. 3 COVID Update: Old Lyme Reports Cumulative Total of 88 Confirmed Cases, Lyme Climbs to 24
LYME/OLD LYME — UPDATED 12/4, 10am: In light of the serious rise in Coronavirus cases, we have started a new daily update reporting confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases in Lyme and Old Lyme. The state is now issuing a COVID-19 metric report daily around 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, which includes current data up to the previous evening. The Connecticut Department of Health … [Read more...] about Dec. 3 COVID Update: Old Lyme Reports Cumulative Total of 88 Confirmed Cases, Lyme Climbs to 24
Death Announced of Beverly P. Hendryx; Talented, Dedicated Educator in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
OLD LYME - A beloved mother, grandmother and teacher, Beverly P. Hendryx passed away Nov. 24, 2020. She was born Aug. 1, 1948. She is survived by her son Andrew B. Hendryx IV, daughter-in-law Virginia, and granddaughter Ophelia. Beverly graduated from the University of Connecticut and earned her master's degree in education from Central Connecticut State University where … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Beverly P. Hendryx; Talented, Dedicated Educator in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools