Lyme-Old Lyme High School 2019-20 Quarter 4 Honor Roll High Honors Grade 12: Anabella Arias, Emily Balocca, Audrey Berry, Chloe Cahill, Madison Cann, Faith Caulkins, Emilia Cheesman, Elizabeth Cravinho, Maria Denya, Raymond Doll, Theodore Enoch, Araselys Farrell, Nicholas Fava, Jada Fuentes, Tanner Griffin, Sophia Griswold, Kamber Hamou, Lauren Huck, Jeffy Joshy, Caroline … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High, Middle Schools Announce Q4 Honor Rolls
Death of Rose Mary (Paier) Carlo of Rocky Hill, Old Lyme Announced
Rose Mary (Paier) Carlo, 90, of Rocky Hill and Old Lyme, formerly of Wethersfield and Deerfield Beach, FL, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2020. She spent her final days in the comfort of her home in Rocky Hill, surrounded by her loving family. Rose Mary was born December 24, 1929 in Springfield, MA, daughter of the late Angelo and Philomena (Ferrera) Paier. She was married … [Read more...] about Death of Rose Mary (Paier) Carlo of Rocky Hill, Old Lyme Announced
Job Opportunity: ‘Estuary’ Magazine Seeks Part-Time Assistant Editor/Publisher
Editor's Note: This is a paid advertisement. Estuary Magazine, a quarterly print and online publication about "life of the Connecticut River," is looking for a part-time assistant editor/publisher, with both publishing and editing duties. The position involves a commitment of time consistent with the pay, which is to be mutually agreed-upon. The successful applicant will … [Read more...] about Job Opportunity: ‘Estuary’ Magazine Seeks Part-Time Assistant Editor/Publisher
State Rep. Carney Names Two Old Lyme Residents ‘Local Heroes;’ Datum, Seidner to Receive Official Citations
OLD LYME -- When State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd) put out a call for nominations of local heroes who have gone and continue to go above and beyond for others during the COVID-19 pandemic, Michelle Noehren submitted the names of Old Lyme's Social Services Coordinator Jennifer Datum and Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) Executive Director Mary Seidner. Carney has … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Names Two Old Lyme Residents ‘Local Heroes;’ Datum, Seidner to Receive Official Citations
Free Lunches Available for Pick-up Behind LYSB, Tuesdays & Thursdays
LYME/OLD LYME -- The Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) is launching the community's first Summer Lunch Program for families who have been negatively impacted financially by COVID-19, or qualify for the SNAP or Free/Reduced Lunch Programs. Funded by private donations, the Summer Lunch Program is organized by LYSB in partnership with the Social Services Departments from the … [Read more...] about Free Lunches Available for Pick-up Behind LYSB, Tuesdays & Thursdays
Old Lyme Children’s Learning Center to Reopen Aug. 3, Reservations Open Now for Short-term or Full Year
OLD LYME -- "I am thrilled it's opening its doors again," says Marie Ryan in a recent email to LymeLine referring to the reopening of the Old Lyme Children's Learning Center (OLCLC) on Monday, Aug. 3. An OLCLC Board member for more than 10 years, Ryan noted that the Center at 57 Lyme St. in Old Lyme is now accepting applications in all programs now for the 2020-2021 school … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Children’s Learning Center to Reopen Aug. 3, Reservations Open Now for Short-term or Full Year
Six Sculptures by Old Lyme Sculptor Gil Boro Featured in Stamford Downtown Outdoor Art Exhibit
STAMFORD, CT – Stamford Downtown is currently adorned with unique abstract art this summer as 34 sculptures, which are offered for free public viewing and enjoyment. These striking works of art line the streets and parks of the Downtown area and six sculptures by Old Lyme-based artist Gilbert Boro are featured in this major exhibit. Art Collective in Stamford Downtown is … [Read more...] about Six Sculptures by Old Lyme Sculptor Gil Boro Featured in Stamford Downtown Outdoor Art Exhibit
Death of Barbara Doyle McMahon Announced; Formerly of Old Lyme, Committed Volunteer at OL Women’s Exchange
OLD LYME -- Barbara Virginia Doyle McMahon, 91, of Essex, died July 15, 2020. She was a former resident of Old Lyme and Darien. Barbara was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., the daughter of Frank and Virginia Doyle. She was a graduate of the Packer Collegiate Institute in Brooklyn Heights and Smith College. Immediately after graduating from Smith, she married James McMahon of Brooklyn, … [Read more...] about Death of Barbara Doyle McMahon Announced; Formerly of Old Lyme, Committed Volunteer at OL Women’s Exchange
Old Lyme Selectmen Vote to Cancel Midsummer Fireworks Slated for July 25
OLD LYME -- At an Old Lyme Board of Selectmen's Special Meeting held Tuesday, July 14, the selectmen voted by a 2-1 majority to cancel the fireworks display, which they had previously approved to be held on Saturday, July 25. Griswold told LymeLine by phone Thursday morning that plans were in progress to hold the fireworks --"the school was on board," and, "we had got the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Selectmen Vote to Cancel Midsummer Fireworks Slated for July 25
‘Plein Air’ Painter Dunlap Hosts Pop-Up Session at Flo Gris Hassam Studio Site Today
OLD LYME -- Acclaimed landscape artist and Lyme Academy College graduate Hollis Dunlap will host a Pop-Up Plein Air Session at the Hassam Studio on the grounds of the Florence Griswold Museum Sunday, July 19, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., during which he will explain and discuss his process. Dunlap is no stranger to the Museum grounds, often painting en plein air or instructing … [Read more...] about ‘Plein Air’ Painter Dunlap Hosts Pop-Up Session at Flo Gris Hassam Studio Site Today
Re-Opening Plans for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools in Fall Include Mandatory Mask-Wearing, Physical Distancing, Cohorting
LYME/OLD LYME -- "The only constant in these plans will be flexibility," said Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser during a phone conversation with LymeLine.com on Wednesday while discussing the numerous changes that will be implemented in the upcoming fall semester at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools in order to for them to reopen safely. Neviaser started by … [Read more...] about Re-Opening Plans for Lyme-Old Lyme Schools in Fall Include Mandatory Mask-Wearing, Physical Distancing, Cohorting
Swim Advisory Lifted at Sound View, Re-Sample Test Results are Below Bacterial Action Levels,
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 7/17 at 10 a.m. -- Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) has now confirmed to LymeLine.com that this result means that the Swimming Advisory noted below is lifted with immediate effect. Danielle Holmes, Sanitarian II at LLHD, told us by email Friday morning, "Sound View Beach is open and cleared for swimming!" UPDATED 7/16 at 4:33 p.m.: Ledge Light Health … [Read more...] about Swim Advisory Lifted at Sound View, Re-Sample Test Results are Below Bacterial Action Levels,
No New COVID Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme
OLD LYME/LYME -- Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold confirmed to LymeLine in a phone call yesterday, Thursday, July 16, that no new cases of COVID-19 have been reported in Old Lyme since our last report. There remain 21 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme plus two fatalities. Eight of these surviving cases are male and the remaining 13 are female. The two fatalities … [Read more...] about No New COVID Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme
A la Carte: Luscious Lamb Never Disappoints
This was a rather lovely week -- I actually spent an hour on a beach chair on the patio, reading and watching the birds on my feeders. I thought I had seen a Baltimore oriole, so I went to Johnson’s Hardware and bought a curlicue feeder that I could thread oranges, since I knew orioles like oranges. At the same time, I filled the hummingbird feeder. Mostly I saw a lot of … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Luscious Lamb Never Disappoints
Vitality Spa Set to Reopen Aug. 1, Appointments Being Taken Now
OLD LYME -- Vitality Spa owner Lindsay Eisensmith has shared with LymeLine.com that she plans to reopen her spa on Lyme St. Aug. 1. The spa has been closed since the COVID-19 pandemic was first announced. Numerous changes in protocols and decor have been implemented. We will be publishing an extensive article on how the spa has responded to the health situation next … [Read more...] about Vitality Spa Set to Reopen Aug. 1, Appointments Being Taken Now