ESSEX — Middlesex Hospital has opened its renovated building at 252 Westbrook Road in Essex. The building was once home to the Shoreline Medical Center, which moved to 252 Flat Rock Place in Westbrook in 2014. On July 10, Middlesex Hospital’s Occupational and Environmental Medicine Department and its Physical Rehabilitation Department began seeing patients at the renovated … [Read more...] about Middlesex Hospital Opens Renovated Essex Facility
Catherine Christiano Exhibits Paintings of Old Lyme Beach Cottages in Chelsea, NYC
A collection of small paintings by Old Lyme resident Catherine Christiano that feature the cottages of Old Lyme’s beach communities will be exhibited at George Billis Gallery in Chelsea, New York location. The Summer Group Show will run from July 10 through Aug. 4. The opening reception for the public will be held tomorrow evening, Thursday, July 12, at the George Billis … [Read more...] about Catherine Christiano Exhibits Paintings of Old Lyme Beach Cottages in Chelsea, NYC
Courtney Joins Others in Cautioning President Trump Not to Undo 73 Years of European Stability
Yesterday, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), ranking member of the Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, joined 43 other members from the House Armed Services and Foreign Affairs Committees in releasing a joint statement regarding President Trump’s attendance at the NATO Summit and his bilateral meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. “As I have made clear over … [Read more...] about Courtney Joins Others in Cautioning President Trump Not to Undo 73 Years of European Stability
Groton-Mystic Local History Roundtable to be Held Aug. 18 at Groton Public Library
The authors of several books on the history of the Groton-Mystic area come together to discuss all things Groton-Mystic on Aug. 18, at the Streeter History Room at the Groton Public Library. This event – the first of its kind – will feature authors representing all nine of the volumes of Groton-Mystic history available from Arcadia Publishing and The History Press. Copies of … [Read more...] about Groton-Mystic Local History Roundtable to be Held Aug. 18 at Groton Public Library
Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Dinner, Presents Scholarships, Elects Board Members
The Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce (LOLCC) held its Annual Dinner at the Old Lyme Country Club Wednesday, June 20. Fifty-six people were present including state legislators, representatives from the Town of Old Lyme, and scholarship winners from Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS). It was a memorable evening for all present. The business section of the meeting opened … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce Hosts Annual Dinner, Presents Scholarships, Elects Board Members
Sound View Celebrates its 25th Independence Day Parade
It started as a small parade meant just for the residents of Sound View. Twenty-five years later the Independence Day parade held Saturday morning and organized by the Sound View Beach Association is now a sizable event in terms of numbers and again, as in the vast majority of the previous years, was held under cloudless skies on a perfect day. Joann Lishing, who has been … [Read more...] about Sound View Celebrates its 25th Independence Day Parade
Old Lyme Historic District Commission to Hold Public Hearing This Morning
The Old Lyme Historic District Commission (HDC) will hold a Public Hearing on Monday, July 9, in the upstairs conference room at the Old Lyme Memorial Town Hall, 52 Lyme Street. The HDC will hear and act on the following Certificate of Appropriateness application at 9:30 a.m. 26 Lyme Street, new sign and awnings. Applicant: Peter Carlson The public is invited to … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historic District Commission to Hold Public Hearing This Morning
Talking Transportation: “The Automotive-Construction Complex”
How did Americans develop their love affair with driving? Visit the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington and the transportation exhibit, “America on the Move,” will sell you on the commonly-held theory that when Henry Ford made cars affordable, Americans loved them and demanded more and more highways. Of course, that exhibit is sponsored by General … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: “The Automotive-Construction Complex”
Community Comes Out in Force to Support Blood Drive Honoring Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Lisa Russell
"A grand success," was how Pam Russell described the response to the Blood Drive held yesterday in Old Lyme's Memorial Town Hall, which was organized by her elder daughter Kimberly Russell Thompson (a member of the Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) Class of 2005) in honor of her younger daughter (Kim's sister), Lisa, who graduated with the LOLHS Class of 2007. Lisa was … [Read more...] about Community Comes Out in Force to Support Blood Drive Honoring Lyme-Old Lyme HS Grad Lisa Russell
Lyme Soldiers in World War I Featured in Lyme Public Hall Exhibit on View Today
To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I, the Lyme Public Hall Association presents an exhibition, Lyme in the Great War, Wednesday, July 4, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Saturday, July 7, from 1 to 4 p.m. The displays draw on material from the Lyme Local History Archives, the World War I collection of the Connecticut State Library and Lyme families. … [Read more...] about Lyme Soldiers in World War I Featured in Lyme Public Hall Exhibit on View Today
Rep. Carney Earns 100 Percent Voting Record During 2018 Legislative Session
State Representative Devin Carney (R-23) earned a perfect voting record during the 2018 legislative session. There were 317 votes taken this year according to information released by the House Clerk’s office. "I have always made it a priority to be present for every vote," said Rep. Carney. "In my opinion, the most important part of my job is to ensure the people of Lyme, Old … [Read more...] about Rep. Carney Earns 100 Percent Voting Record During 2018 Legislative Session
Old Lyme Library Hosts Presentation on CT River Ferry Services Over the Centuries, Tuesday
America's oldest continuously operating ferry service began running between Rocky Hill and Glastonbury in 1655. More than 100 ferry services have operated on the river since the seventeenth century. Local authors Wick Griswold and Stephen Jones will give a presentation on 'Connecticut River Ferries' on Tuesday, July 10, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library Hosts Presentation on CT River Ferry Services Over the Centuries, Tuesday
Blood Drive to be Held Today in Honor of Lisa Russell, Seriously Injured LOLHS Grad ; Event Also Raising Awareness of Need for Durable Power of Attorney
Volunteer Notaries Public Sought to Assist with Effort at Event to raise Awareness of Importance for People of ALL Ages to Establish Durable Power of Attorney The Town of Old Lyme is hosting a very special Blood Drive at the Town Hall on Friday, July 6, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This Drive is dedicated to a former resident of Old Lyme, Lisa Russell, who is in her twenties and … [Read more...] about Blood Drive to be Held Today in Honor of Lisa Russell, Seriously Injured LOLHS Grad ; Event Also Raising Awareness of Need for Durable Power of Attorney
Lyme Ambulance Association Hosts BBQ & Square Dance Tonight
On Friday, July 6, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. the Lyme Ambulance Association hosts a BBQ & Square Dance at Hamburg Firehouse in Lyme. All are welcome. This will be an evening of great barbecue food and line/square dancing to the music of The Reel Thing with caller Bob Livingston. A teacup raffle with valuable prizes will also be featured. Bring the whole family to this … [Read more...] about Lyme Ambulance Association Hosts BBQ & Square Dance Tonight
A Perfect Day for a Parade! Lyme Celebrates the Fourth of July Under Sunny Skies
The boom of the musket echoes through the ears of the crowds gathered on either side of Cove Street, patiently awaiting the commencement of the annual Fourth of July Parade in Lyme. These fine soldiers then take up their positions at the front of the parade. Children sit on the sides of the road with bags in their hands, ready to collect any candy that might be … [Read more...] about A Perfect Day for a Parade! Lyme Celebrates the Fourth of July Under Sunny Skies