AREAWIDE -- The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) hosts George Packer in a Zoom presentation this evening, Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 6 p.m. titled, 'Our Man: Richard Holbrooke and the End of the American Century.' All are welcome. This presentation is free for members, guests $20, registration is required. In his book “Our Man: Richard Holbrooke and the … [Read more...] about SECWAC Presents George Packer from ‘The Atlantic’ Discussing His New Book on Richard Holbrooke, Tonight
Letter to the Editor: Rubino Will Not Be Restricted by Party Lines in His Quest For Solutions That Benefit Local Community
To the Editor: I am writing to encourage your readers to support and vote for Dave Rubino, the democratic candidate for the 23rd House District to represent Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and Westbrook. I have had the opportunity to meet Dave, and talk with him about the issues that drive him as a person and a professional. Dave is a lawyer, with both business and human rights … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Rubino Will Not Be Restricted by Party Lines in His Quest For Solutions That Benefit Local Community
Diebolt Clarifies His Plans for 220 (Approx.) Apartments on Hatchetts Hill (Includes 70 Affordable Housing Units); Says “It’s 100% Good for the Town”
OLD LYME -- Describing his proposed housing development off Hatchetts Hill Rd. in Old Lyme as, "A one hundred percent good thing for the town," Mark Diebolt went on to give an detailed outline of the ambitious proposal during a phone conversation with LymeLine last Monday (Sept. 22.) The plan, which is still in draft form and has not yet been released, calls for construction … [Read more...] about Diebolt Clarifies His Plans for 220 (Approx.) Apartments on Hatchetts Hill (Includes 70 Affordable Housing Units); Says “It’s 100% Good for the Town”
A la Carte: Hold on to Summer, Make Your Own Luscious Ice Cream, Sorbets
Last week I missed getting the last peaches available at Whittle’s. This made me sad because, even though it is late September, I guess I am not ready for fall. In any case, I did find delicious peaches at Big Y and made two crisps (like cobblers but made with nuts, oat, butter, flour and sugar). Of course, I gave the desserts away because, once I have a portion at home, … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Hold on to Summer, Make Your Own Luscious Ice Cream, Sorbets
Death Announced of Nancy MacVane Roche; Registrar of Voters for Lyme Democrats, Lyme Cemetery Commission Chair
LYME -- Nancy MacVane Roche, 86, of Lyme, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020, at Essex Meadows Health Center ... They moved back East to Old Lyme, and settled on Tantumorantum Road, where they lived for the last 54 years; a wonderful town and beautiful location to live and raise a family. They had three daughters, Lesley Allene Lowe, Lynn Ellen Roche … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Nancy MacVane Roche; Registrar of Voters for Lyme Democrats, Lyme Cemetery Commission Chair
Ledge Light Confirms No New COVID-19 Cases in Past Week in Lyme, Old Lyme; Current Totals are 9 in Lyme, 27 in Old Lyme
LYME/OLD LYME -- Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) issued their COVID-19 summary for the week ending Sept. 25 just after 7 p.m. Friday evening. The report showed nine cases for Lyme and 27 cases for Old Lyme including two fatalities. These are same totals that LymeLine reported on Monday, Sept. 21. This report covers cases by town for all the towns in the LLHD -- both … [Read more...] about Ledge Light Confirms No New COVID-19 Cases in Past Week in Lyme, Old Lyme; Current Totals are 9 in Lyme, 27 in Old Lyme
Lyme Library Hosts Zoom Meeting This Afternoon on ‘Equality, Opportunity, Promise of 19th Amendment,’ Saturday
LYME -- The Friends of Lyme Public Library host a topical meeting on "Equality, Opportunity, and the Promise of the 19th Amendment," Saturday, Sept. 26, at 2 p.m. The presentation will be given by MaryAnn Borelli via Zoom. This program is free and open to all, but you will need to register in advance to receive your invitation to the Zoom program. There is a momentousness … [Read more...] about Lyme Library Hosts Zoom Meeting This Afternoon on ‘Equality, Opportunity, Promise of 19th Amendment,’ Saturday
Death of Virginia E. Card of Old Lyme Announced, ‘a Woman with a Compassionate, Soft, and Genuine Spirit’
OLD LYME - Virginia E. Card (Paul), 86, passed away Sept. 4, 2020, at her home in Old Lyme. She was born March 14, 1934, to Watson and Jennie Paul in Norwich. Virginia married Richard H. Card Oct. 12, 1957. They were together 60 years and had two daughters, Susan and Amee. Virginia received her nursing degree from ... Visit this link to read the full obituary published … [Read more...] about Death of Virginia E. Card of Old Lyme Announced, ‘a Woman with a Compassionate, Soft, and Genuine Spirit’
Residents Turn Out to Support Resolution on Racism at Old Lyme Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
OLD LYME — Almost a dozen residents showed up at the Sept. 22 Old Lyme Board of Selectmen’s Special Meeting to voice their support for the proposal made by Selectwoman Mary Jo Nosal that the board of selectmen should sign a Resolution on racism. There were several more who expressed the same opinion when First Selectman Timothy Griswold opened up the phone lines in Public … [Read more...] about Residents Turn Out to Support Resolution on Racism at Old Lyme Board of Selectmen’s Meeting
No ‘Wee Faerie Village’ This Year, But a Virtual One Opens at Florence Griswold Museum
OLD LYME -- The Florence Griswold Museum in Old Lyme has been obliged to postpone one of its most popular events, Wee Faerie Village, due to ongoing health risks associated with large crowds amid the COVID-19 pandemic, and in accordance with guidance from the State of Connecticut. In an inspired move, however, the Museum is today launching Virtual Faerie Village in its … [Read more...] about No ‘Wee Faerie Village’ This Year, But a Virtual One Opens at Florence Griswold Museum
Gardening with The English Lady: Tips for September, the Month of ‘Warmth, Depth and Color’ (Patience Strong)
Rain through August has been quite plentiful. The weeds continue to grow but I have been able to keep a handle on them with the use of natural Bradfield Organics corn gluten-based weed pre-emergent, which can be purchased at any reputable garden center. HYDRANGEAS ... AND THEIR PRUNING The reason that Hydrangeas do not bloom is that gardeners prune them at the wrong … [Read more...] about Gardening with The English Lady: Tips for September, the Month of ‘Warmth, Depth and Color’ (Patience Strong)
Around 80 Participate in Partnership for Social Justice’s March, Teach-In Wednesday in Old Lyme
LYME/OLD LYME — Around 80 people showed up for the Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Partnership for Social Justice and the Old Saybrook March for Justice march and "teach-in" focused on desegregating Connecticut, which was held Wednesday, Sept. 23, in front of the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme. Speakers who addressed the crowd included: Fionnuala Darby-Hudgens from CT … [Read more...] about Around 80 Participate in Partnership for Social Justice’s March, Teach-In Wednesday in Old Lyme
Death of Patricia Bugbee of Old Lyme Announced; Lifelong Resident, ‘Beloved Fixture at LOL High School’ for 21 Years (Neviaser)
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 5:30pm: It is with deep sadness that we share news of the passing of Patricia Ann Bugbee. "Ms. Bugbee," as she was known to generations of Lyme-Old Lyme High Schoolers, will be deeply missed. Asked his reaction to the news of Ms. Bugbee's passing, Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser responded to LymeLine.com, "Ms. Bugbee was a beloved … [Read more...] about Death of Patricia Bugbee of Old Lyme Announced; Lifelong Resident, ‘Beloved Fixture at LOL High School’ for 21 Years (Neviaser)
Letter to the Editor: Carney Deserves Re-election, No One Works Harder for Lyme-Old Lyme Community
To the Editor: Rep. Devin Carney is a champion for Lyme and Old Lyme at the State Capitol. Among his many accomplishments, he has worked to defeat the high-speed train from decimating our community, helped secure funding for Old Lyme's library and open space in Lyme, and supported local parents in their fight to stop state-mandated school regionalization. Locally, Devin … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Carney Deserves Re-election, No One Works Harder for Lyme-Old Lyme Community
All You Need to Know About Registering to Vote, Applying for an Absentee Ballot and VOTING!
LYME/OLD LYME -- Tuesday, Sept. 22, marked the 9th annual National Voter Registration Day - a nonpartisan and collaborative effort that involves partners of all stripes and sizes across the country to register voters ahead of the November election. One in four eligible Americans is not registered to vote, and National Voter Registration Day seeks to make voter registration … [Read more...] about All You Need to Know About Registering to Vote, Applying for an Absentee Ballot and VOTING!