OLD LYME -- A peaceful march and rally for racial justice is planned for Saturday at 1 p.m. in Old Lyme.One of the organizers, Anna Reiter of Old Lyme, explained to LymeLine, "The goal of the march and rally is to allow the community to stand together against racial injustice and offer opportunities for community members to realize that microagressions are things that we can … [Read more...] about Peaceful Rally & March for Racial Justice Planned in Old Lyme
Take a Hike on Old Lyme’s Newest Open Space, the McCulloch Family Property
OLD LYME -- (taken from a press release issued by the Old Lyme Open Space Commission) The Old Lyme Open Space Commission welcomes you to the “officially open” McCulloch Family Open Space on National Trails Day, June 6. The newest town open space property has three trails, all with well-marked entrances. “Tree in the Gap” trail: This trail is accessed from Whippoorwill … [Read more...] about Take a Hike on Old Lyme’s Newest Open Space, the McCulloch Family Property
Death of Peng Patana of Old Lyme, Formerly of Laos, Announced
OLD LYME - Peng Patana, 79, passed away May 15, 2020. He was born Dec. 3, 1940, in Luang Prabang, Laos and emigrated with his family to the USA in 1980. He is survived by his beloved wife, Bouasy; and his sons, Vong (daughter-in-law Touny), Vahn, Soukahn, Kampahn, and Sichanh. He was predeceased by his youngest son, Santy, in 2018. He is also survived by five grandchildren, … [Read more...] about Death of Peng Patana of Old Lyme, Formerly of Laos, Announced
Governor Changes Graduation Ceremony Rules, But Lyme-Old Lyme HS Commencement to Stay as Planned with Parent, Student Support
LYME/OLD LYME -- It's just a week until the Lyme-Old Lyme (LOL) High School Class of 2020 graduates on June 12. Detailed plans for this year's unusual commencement ceremony, which involves a drive-up event due to COVID-19 restrictions, had already been made when Governor Lamont announced this past Wednesday that outdoor graduations for a maximum of 15o students at one time … [Read more...] about Governor Changes Graduation Ceremony Rules, But Lyme-Old Lyme HS Commencement to Stay as Planned with Parent, Student Support
Inaugural Online Exhibition at Lyme Academy Now on View, Features Artwork by Lyme School Students
OLD LYME -- Lyme Academy of Fine Arts is launching a new online gallery with an inaugural exhibition titled "Art Is ... Elementary. Selected Works by the Fine Artists of Lyme Consolidated School, Lyme." The exhibition will be open for viewing Friday, June 5. Lyme Academy has hosted the Lyme-Old Lyme Schools K-12 "Youth Art Show" in the Sill House Gallery for more than 30 … [Read more...] about Inaugural Online Exhibition at Lyme Academy Now on View, Features Artwork by Lyme School Students
COVID-19 Cases in Old Lyme Rise to 18, Lyme Holds at One
OLD LYME/LYME -- Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold confirmed by text message Thursday to LymeLine that one new case of COVID-19 was reported on May 26 in Old Lyme. This confirmed case, which he mentioned at the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen's meeting on Monday, June 1, was a 67-year-old male. Ledge Light Health District issues an update on COVID-19 statistics in their … [Read more...] about COVID-19 Cases in Old Lyme Rise to 18, Lyme Holds at One
Work Starts on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Tennis Courts, End Date Scheduled Early August
OLD LYME -- Work on the six Lyme-Old Lyme Schools tennis courts at the central campus on Lyme Street began yesterday. Superintendent Ian Neviaser told LymeLine, "We are installing post tension concrete courts over the old courts," clarifying, "No paving [is] involved." The work is being done by Classic Turf Company, LLC and is expected to be completed by early … [Read more...] about Work Starts on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Tennis Courts, End Date Scheduled Early August
Peaceful Protest Held in Old Saybrook Showed Solidarity Against Police Brutality on African-Americans
OLD SAYBROOK -- Several hundred people of all ages from the local area, including Lyme and Old Lyme, turned out yesterday evening in Old Saybrook to hold a vigil. According to a press release from the Town of Old Saybrook, the focus of the vigil was, "To standing for justice and show solidarity with citizens from all over the country as they protest police brutality on … [Read more...] about Peaceful Protest Held in Old Saybrook Showed Solidarity Against Police Brutality on African-Americans
Lyme DTC Calls on All 2020 Candidates to Pledge to Reform Criminal Justice System, Address Police Misconduct
LYME – The Lyme Democratic Town Committee released a statement yesterday requesting all 2020 candidates who seek to represent the residents of Lyme to pledge to support reform of the nation's criminal justice system and to address police misconduct at all levels. The text of the statement is as follows: In the wake of the protests spurred by the tragic and senseless … [Read more...] about Lyme DTC Calls on All 2020 Candidates to Pledge to Reform Criminal Justice System, Address Police Misconduct
Talking Transportation: The Road Ahead … for Rail Commuters: Will They Ever Go Back To Metro-North?
The road ahead for commuters may be less crowded ... or maybe more. One theory has it that, as people gradually return to work, they will shun mass transit out of safety concerns and commute, instead, by car. That could create problems on our roads if people try to drive five days a week. The other speculation is that the “new normal” will mean less commuting overall as … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: The Road Ahead … for Rail Commuters: Will They Ever Go Back To Metro-North?
Milling, Paving Construction Project on Rte. 156 Underway in East Haddam, Continues Through Lyme, Old Lyme
EAST HADDAM, LYME, OLD LYME -- The Connecticut Department of Transportation started a milling and paving project yesterday on Rte. 156. This project, which will mill and pave 8.44 miles of the road from East Haddam to Old Lyme, begins with the milling, which will continue through June 23. Roadway paving will then commence July 7 and continue through July 22. Motorists can … [Read more...] about Milling, Paving Construction Project on Rte. 156 Underway in East Haddam, Continues Through Lyme, Old Lyme
Death of Russell C. Raymond of Old Lyme Announced
OLD LYME - Russell C. Raymond, 85, of Old Lyme passed away unexpectedly Friday, May 29, 2020. Russell was born in New London Oct. 31, 1934. He was the son of Asa and Leora Smith Raymond. Mr. Raymond was predeceased by his wife Jacquelyn in 2009. Raymond worked for ... Visit this link to read the full obituary published on The Day.com. … [Read more...] about Death of Russell C. Raymond of Old Lyme Announced
Incumbent State Sen. Needleman Nominated Unanimously to Run Again for 33rd Senate District Seat, Includes Lyme
LYME -- (Based on a Press Release released by Sen. Needleman's office) On May 22, State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) was unanimously endorsed for re-election to the 33rd State Senate District by Democratic delegates. First elected to the State Senate seat in 2018, Sen. Needleman represents the towns of Lyme along with Colchester, Chester, Clinton, Essex, Deep River, East … [Read more...] about Incumbent State Sen. Needleman Nominated Unanimously to Run Again for 33rd Senate District Seat, Includes Lyme
Lyme, Old Lyme Boards of Selectmen Meet Today, Will Discuss Reopening of Town Halls
LYME/OLD LYME -- Both the Lyme and Old Boards of Selectmen (BOS) are holding virtual meetings today and are scheduled to discuss the reopening of their respective town halls. The Lyme BOS meets at 3:30 p.m. The board has already scheduled the opening of town hall for Monday, June 8. Depending upon the infection rate in New London County and the availability of testing for … [Read more...] about Lyme, Old Lyme Boards of Selectmen Meet Today, Will Discuss Reopening of Town Halls
LAA Welcomes Welcomes Public Back With Two Exhibitions, Opening June 26
OLD LYME -- The Lyme Art Association (LAA) welcomes the public back to the gallery June 26 with Wind, Waves and Water: A Marine Show. This is a juried show of LAA's member artists that celebrates the unique beauty of the open water, shorelines, rivers, and all the activity and life that accompany these settings. The juror for Wind, Waves and Water is Russell Kramer, … [Read more...] about LAA Welcomes Welcomes Public Back With Two Exhibitions, Opening June 26