Lyme Ambulance Association Board of Directors President Andy Smith (left) recently presented an Automated External Defibrillating (AED) machine to Jack Sulger, President of the Lyme Library Association, for use in the Lyme Public Library. Automated External Defibrillating machines are now found in most public buildings as they are simple to use and can prevent sudden cardiac … [Read more...] about Lyme Ambulance Association Donates AED to Lyme Library
Old Lyme Church Rings Bell 17 Times in Memory of Those Killed in Parkland, Fla.
The First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL) held a bell-ringing vigil on the front lawn of its church Sunday afternoon, Feb. 18, ringing the bell in its steeple 17 times, once for each of the victims of the recent mass shooting in Parkland, Fla. In announcing the community vigil, FCCOL Senior Minister Steve Jungkeit said: “In times past, bells were used in small New … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Church Rings Bell 17 Times in Memory of Those Killed in Parkland, Fla.
Atty. Kelly of Old Lyme Succeeds in Appeal for US Veteran Denied Benefits
Attorney Kristi D. Kelly, who works for Suisman Shapiro of New London and is an Old Lyme resident, recently prevailed in an appeal on behalf of a client for Veterans Disability Benefits filed with the Department of Veterans Affairs. The veteran applied for service-connected disability benefits in 2014 and was denied service-connection for his claimed ailments at that … [Read more...] about Atty. Kelly of Old Lyme Succeeds in Appeal for US Veteran Denied Benefits
Lyme-Old Lyme High School Students Win Major Awards at CT Scholastic Art Contest
Four Lyme-Old Lyme High School students were recognized at this year’s Connecticut Scholastic Art Awards. In the painting category, senior Claudia Mergy of Old Lyme received two Gold Keys for individual works and a Gold Key for her portfolio. She also received generous scholarship offers from both the University of Hartford Art School and Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts of … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High School Students Win Major Awards at CT Scholastic Art Contest
Talking Transportation: “Getting There” Malloy’s Transportation Cuts
Fare hikes, rail service cuts and a freeze on transportation projects. As he promised in December, Governor Malloy announced them all in January. Rail commuters and highway drivers are justifiably outraged, but they should direct their anger not at the Governor or CDOT but at the legislature. WHY NOW? This funding crisis has been years in the making, exacerbated 20 years … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: “Getting There” Malloy’s Transportation Cuts
The End of an Era … but the Journey Continues: Jeff Andersen Retires From the FloGris Museum After 41 Years
There wasn’t a parking spot to be found Sunday afternoon at the Florence Griswold Museum, nor come to that at the Lyme Art Association. And the reason? Despite torrential rain, it seemed as if the whole town had come out to say a fond farewell to Jeff Andersen, the much beloved Director of the Florence Griswold Museum, who was retiring after an amazing 41 years in that … [Read more...] about The End of an Era … but the Journey Continues: Jeff Andersen Retires From the FloGris Museum After 41 Years
Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Announces Scholarship Awards to 26 Lyme-Old Lyme Students
The Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation (RAHMF) has recently awarded scholarships to 26 Lyme-Old Lyme students. As one of many supporting organizations in our towns, the RAHMF awards scholarships to instrumental students participating in Lyme-Old Middle and High Schools band programs. The 501(c)3 non-profit foundation was formed in 1999 after the retirement of Ruth Ann (King) … [Read more...] about Ruth Ann Heller Music Foundation Announces Scholarship Awards to 26 Lyme-Old Lyme Students
Old Lyme Selectmen Schedule Public Information Meeting Tonight, 6pm, on Blight Ordinance
The Old Lyme Board of Selectmen approved a Proposed Blight Ordinance to address the many concerns expressed by citizens about blight in the community. The proposed Blight Ordinance was approved after many meetings with land use officials, including the Zoning Enforcement Officer, the Fire Marshal, the Building Official, and Sanitarian, to ensure that the final document was what … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Selectmen Schedule Public Information Meeting Tonight, 6pm, on Blight Ordinance
Hear Sen. Formica, State Rep. Carney, Lyme & OL Town Leaders Speak at Business Breakfast Tomorrow
The Lyme-Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Old Lyme are hosting a Business Breakfast tomorrow in Lyme-Old Lyme High School starting at 7:45 a.m. State Senator Paul Formica, State Rep. Devin Carney, Old Lyme First Selectwoman Bonnie Reemsnyder and Lyme Selectman John Kiker will be speaking on Behind the Headlines: What's Happening in our Towns and State? Each … [Read more...] about Hear Sen. Formica, State Rep. Carney, Lyme & OL Town Leaders Speak at Business Breakfast Tomorrow
Letter From Paris: Book That Wins France’s Top Literary Prize Raises Chilling Questions About WWII History
Coincidence or not ? The prestigious French literary Prix Goncourt came out came just a few weeks before the election of 31-year-old Sebastian Kurtz as chancellor of Austria. Many would say that election marked another step by the European Union along the road toward nationalism. The topic of the novel is the Anschluss. With devastating sarcasm the author, Eric … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Book That Wins France’s Top Literary Prize Raises Chilling Questions About WWII History
Welcome to Betsy Groth, our new ‘Family Wellness’ Columnist!
We are delighted to welcome Betsy Groth to our stable of writers today. She is an APRN, PMHS – BC and a pediatric nurse practitioner with advanced certification in pediatric mental health. She is a counselor, mental health educator and parent coach in Old Lyme and will be writing a monthly column for us on 'Family Wellness.' In this introductory column, she explains the … [Read more...] about Welcome to Betsy Groth, our new ‘Family Wellness’ Columnist!
Musical Masterworks Host Japanese Pianist Rieko Aizawa in Old Lyme Concert This Afternoon
This month Musical Masterworks welcomes back three-time Grammy nominee and Musical Masterworks veteran, Todd Palmer on clarinet. Joining Palmer and Musical Masterworks Artistic Director, Edward Arron on cello, will be Japanese pianist Rieko Aizawa, who has been praised by the New York Times for an “impressive musicality, a crisp touch and expressive phrasing.” The concerts … [Read more...] about Musical Masterworks Host Japanese Pianist Rieko Aizawa in Old Lyme Concert This Afternoon
Second Annual Festival of Women’s Plays Opens Season at Ivoryton Playhouse, March 2-3
The Ivoryton Playhouse has announced the dates of its Second Annual Women Playwrights Initiative - Passion, Power and Prose 2018. The Initiative provides a safe, nurturing environment for the development of new, one-act plays by and about women and the issues that shape their live, including a week of intensive rehearsal with the playwrights, directors, and actors. The … [Read more...] about Second Annual Festival of Women’s Plays Opens Season at Ivoryton Playhouse, March 2-3
Special Olympics CT Winter Games Offer an Action-Packed Weekend of Competition, Feb. 24-25
Celebrate the joy and spirit of sports competition and Special Olympics’ 50th Anniversary at the 2018 Special Olympics Connecticut Winter Games, which will be held at multiple venues in Hartford County, Saturday, Feb. 24, and Sunday, Feb. 25. Winter Games offers athletes of all abilities from across the state the opportunity to compete in sports with their peers and teammates … [Read more...] about Special Olympics CT Winter Games Offer an Action-Packed Weekend of Competition, Feb. 24-25
Republican Ziobron Joins Race for 33rd State Senate Seat, District Includes Lyme
Republican State Rep. Melissa Ziobron (R-34th) has announced her candidacy for the 33rd State Senate District a day after Democratic Essex First Selectman Norm Needleman (D) had announced his campaign for the same district. which includes the Town of Lyme. This is Ziobron's first run for a State Senate seat while Needleman ran unsuccessfully in 2016 for the 33rd District seat … [Read more...] about Republican Ziobron Joins Race for 33rd State Senate Seat, District Includes Lyme