UPDATED 3/7 10:09pm: Devin Carney, a Republican who ran unopposed for a second term in 2016, has announced his intention to seek a third term as State Representative for the 23rd General AssemblyDistrict, which includes the towns of Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and coastal Westbrook. But this November, Carney will be challenged by Old Saybrook resident and Democrat Matt … [Read more...] about Carney (R) Seeks Third Term as State Representative, Democrat Pugliese Announces Challenge
D18 Board of Education Meeting Rescheduled to Wednesday, March 14
The Regular Region 18 Board of Education Meeting, which should have been held March 7, has been rescheduled to next Wednesday, March 14, at 6:30 p.m. due to the anticipated inclement weather. … [Read more...] about D18 Board of Education Meeting Rescheduled to Wednesday, March 14
Rebooting New England: What Do YOU Think? Op-Ed from SECoast
On Tuesday, Feb. 27 we [SECoast] participated in a round table in New Haven hosted by New Haven Mayor Toni Harp, and Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin, with 40 or so others to discuss alternatives to NEC Future high-speed rail planning. Attendees included administrators from Yale and Trinity college, Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) head Kristina Newman-Scott, … [Read more...] about Rebooting New England: What Do YOU Think? Op-Ed from SECoast
CT Valley Camera Club Presents Talk Tonight in Old Lyme on How to Photograph National Parks, All Welcome
The guest speaker at the Monday, Mar. 5 meeting of the Connecticut Valley Camera Club (CVCC) will be the acclaimed photographer and author Chris Nicholson, who will give a presentation titled "Photographing National Parks." The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Lymes’ Senior Center, 26 Town Woods Rd., Old Lyme, Conn. All are welcome and there is no charge for admission. … [Read more...] about CT Valley Camera Club Presents Talk Tonight in Old Lyme on How to Photograph National Parks, All Welcome
UConn Professor Discusses ‘Puerto Rico: Wrecked by Storms and Politics’ at SECWAC This Evening
The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) will host Charles Venator-Santiago, Associate Professor of Public Law and Latino/a Politics at the University of Connecticut, to speak at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 5, at Crozier Student Center at Connecticut College in New London. Venator-Santiago will discuss how Puerto Rico’s constitutional status informs the U.S. … [Read more...] about UConn Professor Discusses ‘Puerto Rico: Wrecked by Storms and Politics’ at SECWAC This Evening
Letter From Paris: Annual ‘Salon de l’Agriculture’ Prompts a Peek into Farming in France
The Salon de l'Agriculture (agricultural fair) is the most popular event of the year in Paris. For two weeks, the Porte de Versailles is turned into an oversize farm Four thousand animals - bovines, pigs, sheep and fowl - move in for the delight of both children and adults. It is the largest agricultural show in Europe. The French are emotional about their relationship … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Annual ‘Salon de l’Agriculture’ Prompts a Peek into Farming in France
Dazzling Red Carpet Oscar Event Tonight Raises Funds for ‘The Kate’
The Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center (the Kate) will hold an Oscar Party benefit on Sunday, March 4beginning at 7 pm at the center located at 300 Main Street, Old Saybrook. This annual red-carpet event honors the Kate’s 12-time Oscar Nominated, 4-time-winning namesake and makes for an entertaining evening. Proceeds support quality performing arts and cultural … [Read more...] about Dazzling Red Carpet Oscar Event Tonight Raises Funds for ‘The Kate’
Rep. Carney Declares Testifies to Government Administration and Elections Committee,
State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd) testified during a public hearing of the Government Administration and Elections (GAE) Committee on Monday, Feb. 26, in support of SB 180: An Act Requiring Executive and Legislative Review of Certain Quasi-Public Agency Contracts. This proposal would require greater executive and legislative oversight of quasi-public agency contracts … [Read more...] about Rep. Carney Declares Testifies to Government Administration and Elections Committee,
Inspiring Array of Speakers Speak at TEDxTheCountrySchool Today
On Saturday, March 3, The Country School will present TEDxTheCountrySchool, featuring short, thought-provoking talks delivered by a diverse and inspiring list of speakers. This family-friendly event, The Country School’s second TEDx conference, will also include fun, hands-on activities for attendees of all ages. All are welcome. The conference will take place from 8:30 to … [Read more...] about Inspiring Array of Speakers Speak at TEDxTheCountrySchool Today
Acclaimed Bass-Baritone David Pittsinger Performs This Afternoon at Essex Winter Series
Essex Winter Series artistic director Mihae Lee welcomes the return of bass-baritone David Pittsinger to the series with pianist Simon Holt on Sunday, March 4, at 3 p.m. at John Winthrop Middle School, 1 John Winthrop Middle School Drive, Deep River. Pittsinger is internationally renowned for his magnificent voice and dramatic performances. His first Essex Winter Series … [Read more...] about Acclaimed Bass-Baritone David Pittsinger Performs This Afternoon at Essex Winter Series
Eversource Says It’s Ready to Respond to Today’s Nor’easter; Downed Trees, Power Outages Possible
Eversource says in a press release that its line and tree crews are ready to respond as a powerful nor’easter moves into the region today, bringing strong winds, heavy rain and wet snow. With wind gusts of up to 60 mph, this storm has the potential to bring trees and tree limbs down onto power lines, causing damage to the energy system. “We continue to closely monitor the … [Read more...] about Eversource Says It’s Ready to Respond to Today’s Nor’easter; Downed Trees, Power Outages Possible
Old Lyme Church Holds 16th Annual Soup Bowl Supper This Evening to Raise Funds for Food Ministries, All Welcome
$15 Donation Buys an Artisan Soup Bowl from Local Artists and All the Soup You Can Eat Donated by More Than 20 Area Eateries The First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL) hosts its 16th Annual “Soup Bowl Supper” on Friday, March 2, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., in the Fellowship Hall to help raise funds for the church’s food ministries. In return for a $15 donation, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Church Holds 16th Annual Soup Bowl Supper This Evening to Raise Funds for Food Ministries, All Welcome
Letter From Paris: ‘The Donald’ and Europe Grow Further Apart
In February 2017, the European Union (EU) members, gathered at the Malta summit, were flabbergasted by President Donald Trump's hostile attitude toward the United States's traditional allies. One year later the world has adjusted in the opinion of the seasoned diplomat Hubert Vedrine, France's Minister of Foreign Affairs (1997-2002). The French diplomat commented, "One has to … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: ‘The Donald’ and Europe Grow Further Apart
Public Hearings Scheduled This Evening in New London & Chester on Proposed Rate Hikes, Service Reductions for Local Bus, Rail, Ferry Services
The Connecticut Department of Transportation will conduct public hearings on proposed public transit fare increases for bus, rail and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) paratransit services; and proposed service reductions to the New Haven Line, New Canaan Line, Danbury Line, Waterbury Line and Shore Line East rail services. The nearest hearing to Lyme and Old Lyme on … [Read more...] about Public Hearings Scheduled This Evening in New London & Chester on Proposed Rate Hikes, Service Reductions for Local Bus, Rail, Ferry Services
Hear a Reading of ‘The Vagina Monologues’ at Old Lyme’s PGN Library Tonight
Lyme-Old Lyme High School graduate Caitlin Kelly is directing a reading of 'The Vagina Monologues' tomorrow at 6 p.m. at the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library. All are welcome and a $10 donation per person is suggested. The play, written by Eve Ensler, is an episodic play that delves into consensual and nonconsensual sexual experiences, body image, genital mutilation, … [Read more...] about Hear a Reading of ‘The Vagina Monologues’ at Old Lyme’s PGN Library Tonight