OLD LYME -- On Monday evening, the Old Lyme Board of Finance unanimously approved the proposed $38,805,674 town budget for the 2020-21 fiscal year. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the meeting was held virtually using a WebEx platform with members of the boards of finance and selectmen, and also several members of the public and press participating. This year in light of the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Board of Finance Approves $38.8 Million Budget for 2020-21, Mill Rate Up 0.79 Mills
Ivoryton Playhouse Cancels Its 2020 Season
IVORYTON -- (from a press release) On March 18, 2020, The Ivoryton Playhouse planned to open its doors for the start of a whole new season but the universe had other plans. The Playhouse has been closed down by the state and the virus since March 16, and waiting to hear if they may be able to produce a limited season in the summer or fall. Heading into summer with the … [Read more...] about Ivoryton Playhouse Cancels Its 2020 Season
Death of Quentin Dale Plumleigh of Old Lyme Announced
OLD LYME -- Quentin Dale Plumleigh, pilot, United States veteran retiree and beloved family man left this earth for a better place in early May. He was known as Dale to his family and friends, and all knew him as congenial, smiling and open to everyone, especially those who were drawn to his personal experiences as a pilot for over seven decades. He began his aviation career … [Read more...] about Death of Quentin Dale Plumleigh of Old Lyme Announced
Town of Lyme to Phase in Reopening of Town Facilities, Starts Today
LYME -- (from a press release) As the state of Connecticut prepares to loosen stay-at-home practices to foster an increase in commerce, the Town of Lyme has prepared for a measured, phased reopening of Town facilities beginning Wednesday, May 20, in accordance with the Governor’s plan. While it is hoped to return to as much “normal” as possible, the Lyme Board of Selectmen … [Read more...] about Town of Lyme to Phase in Reopening of Town Facilities, Starts Today
Old Lyme Residents Asked to Paint Kindness Rocks
OLD LYME -- The Town of Old Lyme Kindness Committee is asking residents to consider painting kindness rocks with supportive sayings. The finished rocks can be dropped off in a box outside Memorial Town Hall (52 Lyme St.) any time. The rocks will be distributed to Meals on Wheels, the Lymes’ Senior Center, and the Lymes’ Youth Service Bureau. “We want to provide the community … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Residents Asked to Paint Kindness Rocks
Old Lyme Board of Finance Hosts Virtual Town Budget Meeting Tonight, No Public Vote Required to Approve Budget
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Board of Finance (BOF) will host an Annual Budget Meeting this evening at 7:30 p.m. The meeting will be held virtually and followed immediately by an Old Lyme BOF Meeting at which the mill rate for the coming financial year 2020-21 will be set. Members of the public may attend both meetings by using WebEx with the following link: … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Board of Finance Hosts Virtual Town Budget Meeting Tonight, No Public Vote Required to Approve Budget
Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme Remain Open During Pandemic, Offering Safe Solace to All
OLD LYME -- Museums and galleries may be closed due to the pandemic but there is still an opportunity in Old Lyme to immerse yourself in art by interacting with colorful sculptures in a soothing, safe outdoor environment. The four-plus acre Sculpture Grounds on Lyme Street in Old Lyme, Conn. remain open and free to the public during the Coronavirus shutdown. The … [Read more...] about Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme Remain Open During Pandemic, Offering Safe Solace to All
Old Lyme Beaches Closed Today, But Set to Open Memorial Day Weekend
OLD LYME -- Old Lyme First Selectman Tim Griswold called LymeLine Thursday evening to let us know that he has taken the decision in consultation with Old Lyme Town staff, and the Miami and White Sand Beach Association Presidents to open the Old Lyme beaches May 23 -- the Saturday of Memorial Day weekend. He explained that the Town beaches -- Sound View, White Sand and Hains … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Beaches Closed Today, But Set to Open Memorial Day Weekend
A View from My Porch: Great Leaders and Great Speeches, Part 1: Washington’s Farewell through Theodore Roosevelt
Part 1: Washington’s Farewell through Theodore Roosevelt I enjoy reading historic speeches. I often find them to be inspiring; and they can fill gaps in my understanding of an important event or period in history. In this essay, I begin my review of these speeches, and provide some context for the events that precipitated their creation. These essays will not be an … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: Great Leaders and Great Speeches, Part 1: Washington’s Farewell through Theodore Roosevelt
Letter to the Editor: Is Cancellation of Lyme’s ‘Hamburg Fair’ Perhaps Premature? More Planning, Less Politics, ‘a Dose of Courage’ are Needed
Updated with new comment May 17: To the Editor: I can understand cancelling a major commercial event 100 days out. Vendor contracts, insurance, etc. are complicated expensive things requiring major financial commitments months in advance. The Hamburg Fair is 100+ days away, is this really the time to cancel an event that is managed by able and fabulous local … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Is Cancellation of Lyme’s ‘Hamburg Fair’ Perhaps Premature? More Planning, Less Politics, ‘a Dose of Courage’ are Needed
Death of Gerald L. “Jerry” Nolan Announced
OLD LYME -- It is with great sadness that the family of Gerald L. "Jerry" Nolan announces his passing Thursday, May 7, 2020, at the age of 82. He was a longtime resident of Old Lyme. Jerry was the seventh child born to the late William Henry and Harriet (Slaney) Nolan in Hartford. His parents and siblings held a very special place in his heart. William, Robert, Thomas, Lois, … [Read more...] about Death of Gerald L. “Jerry” Nolan Announced
High Hopes ‘Big Virtual Bash’ is Tonight! Online Bidding for Silent Auction Still Open
OLD LYME — High Hopes has had to cancel its planned Big Barn Bash in June but has now creatively morphed that event into a Big Virtual Bash (BVB) scheduled for Saturday, May 16. There will also hopefully be a second live event in October. One of the features of the event is the Silent Auction and bidding on a wonderful selection of items is now open at this link. Tickets … [Read more...] about High Hopes ‘Big Virtual Bash’ is Tonight! Online Bidding for Silent Auction Still Open
A Summer not Like the Rest: Local Hotel, Inn Owners Await Reopening Directions (from ‘The Day’)
OLD LYME -- In a normal year, the Old Lyme Inn already would have been booked out through Memorial Day weekend, and reservations tied to summer weddings, local festivals and parades would either be booked or flooding in. But that’s not the case this year, as the ongoing coronavirus pandemic forced the inn to close in March. Bookings were “canceled through the whole … [Read more...] about A Summer not Like the Rest: Local Hotel, Inn Owners Await Reopening Directions (from ‘The Day’)
Death of Anna Lukacs of Old Lyme Announced
OLD LYME -- Anna Lukacs, age 95, of Old Lyme, formerly of Trumbull, and beloved wife of the late Emil Lukacs, passed away on May 12, 2020 at Bride Brook Health Center, Niantic. Born in Czechoslovakia in 1924 to the late George and Susan (Polascik) Angelovich, Anna made the passage at the age of 14 to Bridgeport, where her family settled. She fully embraced her new country as … [Read more...] about Death of Anna Lukacs of Old Lyme Announced
Old Lyme Says Plans for New Railroad Bridge over Connecticut River Lack Details
OLD LYME -- Amtrak is looking to replace a rail bridge across the Connecticut River between the towns of Old Lyme, Conn., and Old Saybrook, Conn. The existing bridge has been there since 1907 and is in need of replacement, but is part of the essential Northeast Rail Corridor between Boston and Washington, D.C. After getting approval by Old Saybrook back on April 20, the new … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Says Plans for New Railroad Bridge over Connecticut River Lack Details