OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Visiting Nurse Association (OLVNA) will offer a free, no insurance required, drive-through flu shot clinic Saturday, Oct. 10, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lyme-Old Lyme High School. This clinic is for residents of Lyme and Old Lyme only, who are aged 18 or over. Each person requesting a vaccine must complete a Consent Form giving their name and … [Read more...] about Old Lyme VNA Offers Free Flu Vaccinations to LOL Residents Today
New COVID-19 Case Confirmed in Old Lyme Taking Total to 29 Including Two Fatalities; Lyme Still at 9 cases
OLD LYME/LYME -- This afternoon Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) has reported another confirmed case of COVID-19 in Old Lyme in their COVID-19 summary for the week ending Oct. 9. This latest case is a 25-year-old female. This takes the total number of cases in Old Lyme to 29 including two fatalities. The number of surviving cases in Old Lyme now comprises 14 males and 15 … [Read more...] about New COVID-19 Case Confirmed in Old Lyme Taking Total to 29 Including Two Fatalities; Lyme Still at 9 cases
Mile Creek Bridge Reopens
OLD LYME -- 3:45pm UPDATE: The bridge is now OPEN! A small celebration was held Friday afternoon featuring the group gathered in the photo above when the Mile Creek Bridge was officially reopened to traffic again after an extended closure. A delighted Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold called LymeLine.com to share the news. He said Lyme-Old Lyme Schools were, "Looking … [Read more...] about Mile Creek Bridge Reopens
Jon Goss is Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Teacher of the Year, Ray Belval is Employee of the Year
OLD LYME — Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Board of Education recognized the 2020-2021 Teacher of the Year and Employee of the Year at their regular monthly meeting held Wednesday evening, Oct. 7, at Center School. Jonathan Goss is Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Teacher of the Year. In his 24 years of teaching Tech-Ed at Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Goss has continually reimagined the curriculum. … [Read more...] about Jon Goss is Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Teacher of the Year, Ray Belval is Employee of the Year
Letter to the Editor: Rubino’s Record, Broad Experience on Racial Justice, Voting Rights Both Impressive and Timely
To the Editor: We are writing in support of Dave Rubino’s candidacy for State Representative in CT’s 23rd House District. His record and broad experience in matters of racial justice and voting rights are very impressive, and very timely. Paraphrasing Thomas Paine: "These are the times that try our souls.": institutionalized racism, voter suppression, gerrymandering, a … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Rubino’s Record, Broad Experience on Racial Justice, Voting Rights Both Impressive and Timely
A la Carte: Meatballs are Perfect for (Small) Pandemic Gatherings
Feeding small groups of people during the pandemic is a problem. For our fundraiser for Democratic candidates (you knew I was a Democrat, didn’t you?), I decided to make meatballs and red sauce. As I learned long ago, everyone’s favorite “ethnic” food is Italian and, even though I have not a whit of Italian blood, I make lots of foods from Italy. So, the question was: … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Meatballs are Perfect for (Small) Pandemic Gatherings
A View from My Porch: Great Leaders, Great Speeches; The Finale: Collapse of the Soviet Union.
Editor’s Note: This the sixth and final part of Thomas Gotowka’s series titled “Great Leaders and Great Speeches.’ The previous four parts can be found at these links: A View from My Porch: Great Leaders and Great Speeches, Part 1: Washington’s Farewell through Theodore Roosevelt A View from My Porch: Great Leaders and Great Speeches, Part 2: Nazi Aggression through “A Rain … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: Great Leaders, Great Speeches; The Finale: Collapse of the Soviet Union.
Old Lyme Town Clerk’s Office Changes Hours to Handle Volume of Absentee Ballot Requests
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Town Clerk’s office is closed until further notice for walk-in business from the hours of 1 to 4 p.m. The office will remain open to the public from the hours of 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This change is needed to accommodate the high volume of absentee ballot requests received for the Nov. 3, election. Appointments are required for marriage licenses, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Town Clerk’s Office Changes Hours to Handle Volume of Absentee Ballot Requests
Death of Martin V. Finneran Sr. of Old Lyme Announced; Despite ‘Serious Medical Issues,’ He ‘Came Out a Hero, Stayed Strong Until the End’
OLD LYME - Martin V. Finneran Sr., 76, of Old Lyme passed away Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020, at his home. Martin "Butchie" was born Sept. 12, 1944, in New York City to Martin V. and Mary Catherine Finneran. He was the beloved husband of Anne Marie (Sullivan) Finneran for 57 years. Martin spent most of his life in Manhattan and then retired to Old Lyme ... Martin is survived by … [Read more...] about Death of Martin V. Finneran Sr. of Old Lyme Announced; Despite ‘Serious Medical Issues,’ He ‘Came Out a Hero, Stayed Strong Until the End’
March for Justice Meets This Evening in Old Saybrook; Pullitzer Prize-Winning Author David Blight to Speak on Frederick Douglass
OLD SAYBROOK/LYME/OLD LYME -- The Old Saybrook March for Justice has announced that Professor David W. Blight of Yale University will speak at its Wednesday, Oct. 7 event, in front of the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Art Center in Old Saybrook. His topic will be, "Frederick Douglass in His Times and Ours.” Dr. Blight is the author of the recent book, Frederick Douglass: A … [Read more...] about March for Justice Meets This Evening in Old Saybrook; Pullitzer Prize-Winning Author David Blight to Speak on Frederick Douglass
Lyme’s Senior Center Director Gould is September’s Kindness Award Recipient
OLD LYME -- The Town of Old Lyme Kindness Committee has selected Stephanie Gould, Director of the Lymes’ Senior Center, as their September Kindness Award recipient. Gould was chosen for her leadership of the senior community during the COVID-19 pandemic. She developed creative and innovative ways to continue programs and events, including holding a drive-through parade so … [Read more...] about Lyme’s Senior Center Director Gould is September’s Kindness Award Recipient
Wildcat Sports Notes: Soccer Boys Draw at Portland, X-Country Girls Lose to East Hampton
LYME/OLD LYME -- Boy's soccer: The Old Lyme boys tied 2-2 with Portland Monday, Oct. 5, at Portland High School. Mike Milazzo scored a goal and also had an assist, while Anders Silberberg notched a goal and Avery Welch an assist. Jonah Lathrop was in net and made seven saves. Old Lyme is now 1-1-0. Girl's Cross-Country: The Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) girls cross-country … [Read more...] about Wildcat Sports Notes: Soccer Boys Draw at Portland, X-Country Girls Lose to East Hampton
Welcome to Lyme and Old Lyme! A Brief Overview of ‘Our Towns’ and Why We Cover Them
Welcome to the Towns of Lyme and Old Lyme! These beautiful, rural towns in southeast Connecticut are located midway between New York City and Boston, but too far away for a daily commute. With a combined total population of around 10,000, they comprise a safe and friendly community, which is the focus of our coverage here at LymeLine.com. Old Lyme is the larger by … [Read more...] about Welcome to Lyme and Old Lyme! A Brief Overview of ‘Our Towns’ and Why We Cover Them
Lyme BOS Meets This Afternoon, Old Lyme BOS Meets in the Evening
LYME/OLD LYME -- The Lyme Board of Selectmen meets Monday, Oct. 5, in Lyme Town Hall at 3:30 p.m. in the afternoon. The agenda for the meeting is at this link. The Old Lyme Board of Selectmen meets Monday, Oct. 5, in Old Lyme Memorial Town Hall at 7:30 p.m. in the evening. It will also be possible to call into this meeting for those who do not wish to attend in … [Read more...] about Lyme BOS Meets This Afternoon, Old Lyme BOS Meets in the Evening
Blessing of the Animals to be Held at Saint Ann’s Today
OLD LYME -- On Sunday, Oct. 4, at 1 p.m., there will be a brief service and blessing of all creatures great and small at Saint Ann’s Parish in the outdoor pet garth on the property at 82 Shore Rd., Old Lyme. To commemorate the Feast of St. Francis of Assis, the Rev. Dr. Anita L. Schell will bless all of the pets present: dogs, cats, birds, fish and others. You may bring a … [Read more...] about Blessing of the Animals to be Held at Saint Ann’s Today