OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme boys secured a big 69-41 win at home over Portland Tuesday night with Wildcat senior Jack Porter making a major contribution scoring six three-pointers in his game-high 23 points. Senior Leland Hine and freshman Eddie Fiske were also key contributors to the Old Lyme team with 11 and 10 points respectively. The Wildcats advance to a 7-3 in … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Porter is Key to Wildcat’s 69-41 Win Over Portland
Death Announced of David Brown—Full Obituary Now Added: Artist, Farmer, Spiritual Man, Whose Home was ‘The Hay House’
OLD SAYBROOK—UPDATED 1/29 with full obituary David G. Brown, artist and farmer, 70, of Old Saybrook, CT died peacefully in his home at the Hay House Farm in Old Saybrook on January 19, 2024. David was born in Englewood Cliffs, NJ, on March 27, 1953 to George and Mary (Wyda) Brown. He graduated from Old Saybrook High School in 1971, 2nd in his class. David started college at … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David Brown—Full Obituary Now Added: Artist, Farmer, Spiritual Man, Whose Home was ‘The Hay House’
Old Lyme PD Welcomes Syrian Refugees to Town
OLD LYME—UPDATED 1/28 with donation information and additional names in photo above: Old Lyme Resident State Trooper Matt Weber and his team of Old Lyme Police Department (OLPD) officers recently took time out of their busy schedules to visit with the recently-arrived Alkhalawi family, who are refugees from Syria. The OLPD presented the family with a restaurant gift-card as … [Read more...] about Old Lyme PD Welcomes Syrian Refugees to Town
‘Twas ‘Burns Night’ Jan. 25 … But Who Was He and Why Do We Celebrate Him?
Oidhche Bhlas Burns! That's "Happy Burns Night" in Gaelic. If you are Scottish or have Scottish ancestry, you will probably be aware that Jan. 25 is Burns Night -- and that in turn means you will be celebrating with a Burns Supper. We are pretty confident a few of these will be held in Lyme or Old Lyme tonight or in the next few days! In case you are attending one for the … [Read more...] about ‘Twas ‘Burns Night’ Jan. 25 … But Who Was He and Why Do We Celebrate Him?
Gardening Tips from ‘The English Lady’ for January, ‘The Month for Dreaming’
Happy New Year, everyone! Well, here we go, as you sit in your arm chair and dream about fragrant bloom and delicious vegetables in your garden. However, it is never too early to plan for this season in your garden. My motto has always been to plan, before action and production. Mother Nature is waiting for us with her gifts of renewal, growth and nourishment as we begin … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips from ‘The English Lady’ for January, ‘The Month for Dreaming’
Jim Ward, Founder of Lyme-Old Lyme’s Food Share Garden, is Old Lyme’s 2023 Citizen of the Year!
OLD LYME — UPDATED 11:30 a.m. with Ward's response to receiving the award and more photos: James 'Jim' Ward, founder and president of the Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG), was named Old Lyme's 2023 Citizen of the Year at Monday night's Annual Town Meeting held in the Meeting Hall of Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall. Despite the cold, many friends and supporters … [Read more...] about Jim Ward, Founder of Lyme-Old Lyme’s Food Share Garden, is Old Lyme’s 2023 Citizen of the Year!
Death Announced of David Warner Thompson, 93, 30-Year Resident of Old Lyme in ’90s, Father of Rebecca Crosby of OL
NORWICH, CT/OLD LYME — David Warner Thompson, 93, died peacefully at Backus Hospital in Norwich on January 16, 2024, with his beloved wife of 70 years by his side. He was born at home on March 15, 1930, in the Big Pond area of Bradford County, PA. In 1950 he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War on the U.S.S. Sperry Sub-Tender stationed at the San Diego … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David Warner Thompson, 93, 30-Year Resident of Old Lyme in ’90s, Father of Rebecca Crosby of OL
Lymes Creative Arts Makes Call for Summer 2024 Proposals
Instructor Mini-grants up to $1000 Offered Plus Materials to Lead Hands-on Arts Opportunities for Lyme and Old Lyme Teens This Summer LYME-OLD LYME — The application window is now open for instructors wishing to lead arts programming for Lyme and Old Lyme teens this summer. Lymes Creative Arts is offering mini-grants of up to $1000 plus materials to instructors providing … [Read more...] about Lymes Creative Arts Makes Call for Summer 2024 Proposals
Death Announced of Norman Misheloff, 99, of Old Lyme; Served in US Army as Radio-Operator/Gunner on B24 Bomber in WWII
OLD LYME — Norman Misheloff was born Aug. 26, 1925, in New Haven. He died Jan. 11, 2024. Norman was the only child of Herman and Ada Misheloff and husband to the late Lillian Collins, whom he was married to for many years.In his senior year of high school, Norman answered the call to serve his country in World War II by joining the United States Army. There, he flew as a … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Norman Misheloff, 99, of Old Lyme; Served in US Army as Radio-Operator/Gunner on B24 Bomber in WWII
Republican Duigou Announces Candidacy for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
COLCHESTER/LYME — Citing the need for “fresh, family-focused ideas” in the Connecticut legislature, Colchester’s Jeff Duigou announced yesterday that he is running to be the next Connecticut Senator from the 33rd District. The 33rd District includes Lyme along with Chester, Clinton, Colchester, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Portland, Westbrook and … [Read more...] about Republican Duigou Announces Candidacy for 33rd State Senate District, Includes Lyme
Op-Ed: The Democratic Promise of Small Towns vs. the ‘Escalating Erosion of Democracy in Lyme’
Two years ago, my son—a student at Lyme-Old Lyme Schools—attended a regional wrestling tournament, where he witnessed a remarkable act of ethical behavior. One of the matches featured two giants from rival high schools. Not long into their spirited contest, those colossal opponents collided in an unplanned way. They sent each other to the ground in pain. The breathless silence … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: The Democratic Promise of Small Towns vs. the ‘Escalating Erosion of Democracy in Lyme’
Op-Ed: Old Lyme Resident Celebrates 45 Years of US Citizenship; Anniversary Sparks Recognition of Need for ‘Vigilance’ to Preserve Democracy
1/18: Updated with revised title: One July day in 1961, my mother and I landed at Idlewild Airport (now JFK) to join my father in America. My parents made the decision to emigrate from Scotland in search of a better life for their two-year old son and any other children who might follow. That move would eventually include my two sisters. January 9th marked the 45th year of … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Old Lyme Resident Celebrates 45 Years of US Citizenship; Anniversary Sparks Recognition of Need for ‘Vigilance’ to Preserve Democracy
Death Announced of James Anthony Kerwin II, 33, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2009
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our son, brother, uncle, and friend James Anthony Kerwin II, who left us too soon at the age of 33 on Friday, January 5, 2024. James was born on June 6, 1990 in Hartford, Connecticut to Dennis and Karen Kerwin. He graduated from Lyme-Old-Lyme High School in 2009 ... ... He also enjoyed spending time with family and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of James Anthony Kerwin II, 33, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2009
Death announced of Gretchen M. Stanland, Mother of David of Old Lyme
UPDATED 1/17 with full obituary: Gretchen M. Stanland met the Lord on Saturday, January 13th. She was born August 4, 1938, in New Britain, the daughter of Helen and Clement Marsh. Gretchen grew up and stayed in New Britain, graduating from New Britain high-school in 1956 along with her predeceased husband, Andrew Stanland. In Boston, she gained her Bachelor of Arts from … [Read more...] about Death announced of Gretchen M. Stanland, Mother of David of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Richard Sapia, 60; Graduate of Lyme-Old Lyme HS
NEW LONDON/OLD LYME - Richard Sapia, 60, died unexpectedly in New London, where he lived, Jan. 5, 2024. Richard was born in Wethersfield, April 27, 1963, the seventh of nine children. The family moved to Old Lyme in 1979, where he attended school and graduated from Old Lyme High School.Richard, also known as Rich and Richie...loved Hawks Nest Beach ...... In the last years of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Richard Sapia, 60; Graduate of Lyme-Old Lyme HS