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Lyme Church Sanctuary Open to All Monday Evenings for Quiet Contemplation

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LYME -- This fall the sanctuary of the First Congregational Church of Lyme will be open on Monday evenings from 6 to 7 p.m. Church leaders invite anyone who wishes to stop by, say a prayer, or simply sit in the peaceful quiet of this historic building. Masks and social distancing are required, along with adherence to the rules displayed on the door. There is no limit … [Read more...] about Lyme Church Sanctuary Open to All Monday Evenings for Quiet Contemplation

Outdoor Service at FCCOL, Indoors at Saint Ann’s, Christ The King, All with Online Options; Online Services at Lyme Church, S. Lyme Chapel

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LYME-OLD LYME — The First Congregational Church of Old Lyme is holding a live, outdoor service at 11 a.m. this Sunday. Saint Ann's Episcopal Church and Christ The King Church are offering in-person services, the latter with a restricted number of congregants. All three churches also offer an online option while the First Congregational Church of Lyme and the South Lyme Chapel … [Read more...] about Outdoor Service at FCCOL, Indoors at Saint Ann’s, Christ The King, All with Online Options; Online Services at Lyme Church, S. Lyme Chapel

Men’s Club at Christ the King Holds Food Drive to Benefit Local Pantries

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OLD LYME -- During this pandemic, area food pantries have seen an uptick in the numbers of families experiencing food insecurity. The Men's Club of Christ the King Church is hosting a Food Drive of nonperishables to assist local pantries in feeding our neighbors. The Drive is being held through Oct. 11 at Christ the King's Parish Hall entrance. Visit the … [Read more...] about Men’s Club at Christ the King Holds Food Drive to Benefit Local Pantries

Mattson Issues COVID-19 Update Discussing Increase of Cases in New London County, Actions Recommended

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LYME -- Lyme First Selectman Steve Mattson issued the following COVID-19 update yesterday. Since it contains information, which is helpful to all our readers, we are republishing it here: Please be aware that the rate of COVID-19 infections in New London County has significantly accelerated in the last week.  The present average number of daily new cases has risen from 5-7 … [Read more...] about Mattson Issues COVID-19 Update Discussing Increase of Cases in New London County, Actions Recommended

Jack Collins of Old Lyme Presented With Lifetime Achievement Award by CT Law Tribune

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OLD LYME -- John 'Jack' A. Collins III of Old Lyme has been honored by the Connecticut Law Tribune with a Lifetime Achievement Award. As Managing Partner of Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law for more than 20 years, Atty. Collins was primarily responsible for the evolution of the business from a small practice to the largest law firm in eastern Connecticut. He has mentored … [Read more...] about Jack Collins of Old Lyme Presented With Lifetime Achievement Award by CT Law Tribune

Letter to the Editor: Carney Displays Sound Reasoning, Common Sense, Compassion; Deserves Re-election

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To the Editor: I am voting to re-elect Rep. Devin Carney for the Connecticut State House of Representatives in the 23rd District. Devin, like many of his constituents, grew up in the district, attended local public schools, and has worked here for years. Devin Carney is Connecticut shoreline through and through and he understands what it takes to represent this area. I see … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Carney Displays Sound Reasoning, Common Sense, Compassion; Deserves Re-election

Old Lyme Soccer Girls Start Season Strong With Win Over Morgan

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LYME/OLD LYME -- Old Lyme defeated Morgan 0f Clinton with a resounding 2-0 win Thursday, Oct. 2, in their opening game of the season. Both teams were scoreless at half-time. Then in the second half, after a handball by a Morgan defender in the penalty box, Lyme-Old Lyme senior Emily Deroehn took the penalty and put the ball in the back of the net. The Wildcats second … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Soccer Girls Start Season Strong With Win Over Morgan

Subscribe to Lyme-Old Lyme HS Athletics YouTube Channel to Watch LiveStreamed Games This Season

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LYME/OLD LYME -- 10/03 UPDATE: The Lyme Old Lyme High School Athletics YouTube channel now has 1,100 subscribers! Many thanks to all the LymeLine readers who subscribed and supported the LOLHS athletes in this way. Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools are permitting spectators at home sports games this season but several other schools are not. Consequently, the LOL Schools Athletic … [Read more...] about Subscribe to Lyme-Old Lyme HS Athletics YouTube Channel to Watch LiveStreamed Games This Season

Old Lyme Reports New COVID Case, Takes Total to 28 Including Two Fatalities; Lyme Holds at Nine Cases

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OLD LYME/LYME -- Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold informed us this morning of another confirmed case of COVID-19 in Old Lyme. The case was confirmed Oct. 1 and is a 31-year-old male. This takes the total number of cases in Old Lyme to 28 including two fatalities. The number of surviving cases in Old Lyme now comprise equal numbers of both males and females with 13 … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Reports New COVID Case, Takes Total to 28 Including Two Fatalities; Lyme Holds at Nine Cases

Death of Beverly M. Nickerson of Old Lyme Announced, Worked as Cook for LOL Schools for More Than 30 Years

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OLD LYME - On Tuesday, September 29, 2020, loving wife, Mother, Nana and Great Nana, Beverly M. Nickerson, peacefully passed away while surrounded by family at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London. Our beloved Beverly was born on October 10, 1935, in Old Lyme, CT. She was married to Harold J. Nickerson, with whom she had four sons, David, John, Peter and Paul. She … [Read more...] about Death of Beverly M. Nickerson of Old Lyme Announced, Worked as Cook for LOL Schools for More Than 30 Years

Lyme Academy Offers Wide Range of Fall Classes, All Welcome

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OLD LYME -- Lyme Academy of Fine Arts is offering an exciting selection of classes, which bridge the skills of the past with the inspiration of the future. A full listing of all the classes and workshops on offer is given below. If you would like to obtain further information on any of the classes or workshops, visit lymeacademy.edu or call 860.434.5232. INSTRUCTED … [Read more...] about Lyme Academy Offers Wide Range of Fall Classes, All Welcome

Wildcat Boys Start Soccer Season With Big 3-1 Win Over Morgan

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LYME/OLD LYME -- Starting the season in great form, Old Lyme defeated perennial Shoreline Conference rival Morgan of Clinton 3-1 today at home. Avery Welch scored two goals for the Wildcats with assists from Anders Silberberg and Owen Macadam. Mike Milazzo scored for Old Lyme with an assist from Avery Welch. Alex Gallardo scored Morgan’s only goal. In net for Old Lyme … [Read more...] about Wildcat Boys Start Soccer Season With Big 3-1 Win Over Morgan

Wildcat X-Country Boys Defeated in First Meet of Season

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LYME-OLD LYME -- The Lyme-Old Lyme Boys Cross-Country team hosted East Hampton at home for the first meet of the 2020 season.  It was run safely and smoothly and the teams were able to have a touch of normalcy in an abnormal sports season. They were defeated 17-46. Top Lyme-Old Lyme runners were: Aidan Powers grade 12, John Almy 11th, and George Williams 10th. Full results … [Read more...] about Wildcat X-Country Boys Defeated in First Meet of Season

Old Lyme Historical Soc., Duck River Garden Club Present Zoom Program on ‘Salt Marsh Haying’ Tonight

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OLD LYME -- What is Salt Marsh and why was this grass so prized in Colonial times? The Old Lyme Historical Society and Duck River Garden Club will provide the answers in a Zoom presentation titled, 'Salt Marsh Haying,' which they are co-sponsoring this evening, Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 7 p.m. Shaun Roche, Visitor Service Manager with the United States Fish & Wildlife … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Soc., Duck River Garden Club Present Zoom Program on ‘Salt Marsh Haying’ Tonight