OLD LYME—With much sadness we announce the passing of Robert Christian Frost, born May 9, 1940, to Marius and Ruth Frost of West Hartford ...Robert married his beloved wife, Mary Gay Frost, Dec. 19, 1973, and they were blessed to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary this December.With marriage they brought together their beautiful children: Robert Frost Jr., Lisa Taute, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Robert Christian Frost of Old Lyme
A View From My Porch: My Father’s January 6th—in 1941
We are three divisive years after the shameful and violent January 6, 2021 attack on the United States Capitol that transpired on live TV. As the title indicates, this essay considers a very important historic event that occurred 80 years earlier on the Sixth of January in 1941; and is presented here as something that better reflects America’s values and world view … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: My Father’s January 6th—in 1941
Death Announced of Alberta Martino, Formerly of Old Lyme
Alberta Martino passed away peacefully on Christmas morning with her daughters by her side. Alberta was born and raised in New Britain, CT to Albert and Anna Geringhelli. She grew up vacationing at Crescent Beach in Niantic, so when her husband's job took the family to Old Lyme she couldn't have been happier. She loved the water, being at the beach and thought the town … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Alberta Martino, Formerly of Old Lyme
Old Lyme Police Urge Residents to Lock Cars, Remove Valuables
OLD LYME -- In the wake of what the Old Lyme Police Department (OLPD) describes as, "Multiple vehicles [recently] stolen from Old Lyme and surrounding towns during the overnight hours," the OLPD has broadcast an urgent message via the Town of Old Lyme Citizens Alert Notification System to all Old Lyme residents. The OLPD is urging residents not only to lock their vehicles, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Police Urge Residents to Lock Cars, Remove Valuables
New Year, New Comments Policy
OLD LYME -- We have allowed readers to comment on our articles and Letters to the Editor for more than 20 years and overall it has been a successful vehicle for thoughtful, respectful, and often supportive comments. Sadly, some of the comments have become increasingly contentious and objectionable. Moreover, when we choose not to publish a comment because it does not comply … [Read more...] about New Year, New Comments Policy
Happy New Year! Happy 20th Birthday to Us!
LYME/OLD LYME -- We wish all our readers, writers, advertisers and friends a very Happy New Year 2024. We hope it brings you and yours peace, prosperity, good health and great happiness. We are proud to announce that we celebrated our 20th year of continuous publication in December 2023—that makes us one of the oldest, exclusively online community newspapers in the country! We … [Read more...] about Happy New Year! Happy 20th Birthday to Us!
Death Announced of Peter Laurence Hargraves, Twin Brother of John Hargraves of NY and Lyme, CT
Peter Laurence Hargraves, 79, of Bryan, TX, formerly of Austin, TX, and Darien and Madison, CT, passed from this life on December 23, 2023 after a long struggle with ALS. He was taken care of at home for the last six years by his loving and devoted wife Barbara Krings Hargraves. Peter and Barbara married in 2016 and moved to Austin, Barbara’s hometown. When the nature of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Peter Laurence Hargraves, Twin Brother of John Hargraves of NY and Lyme, CT
Death Announced of Geary Stephen Philbrick, 64, of Old Lyme; Animal Lover, Outdoorsman, Motor Vehicle Enthusiast
OLD LYME -- Geary Stephen Philbrick, age 64, of Old Lyme, passed away Dec. 25, 2023, in his home. Born in Key West, Fla., Jan. 20, 1959, Geary was the loving son of Priscilla and Walter Philbrick. He was predeceased by his father Walter; and stepfather Jim Wiggins. Geary is survived by his mother Priscilla Wiggins; his sisters, ... and stepsister ... his nieces and nephews: ... … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Geary Stephen Philbrick, 64, of Old Lyme; Animal Lover, Outdoorsman, Motor Vehicle Enthusiast
‘LymeLine’ Included in ‘The New York Times’ List of ‘Local Journalism Worth Reading’
NEW YORK -- Yesterday, The New York Times published an article titled, The Rebirth of Local Journalism, in its The Morning newsletter. The article set out to "highlight some of the best work from news outlets across the U.S." . We are thrilled that one of our articles, Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme to Close Permanently at End of Year, was included in their … [Read more...] about ‘LymeLine’ Included in ‘The New York Times’ List of ‘Local Journalism Worth Reading’
Death Announced of Pamela Northrop-Lupo, 74; She Excelled in Academics, Athletics in Old Lyme
HARTFORD, CT—Pamela Northrop-Lupo, 74, of Hartford died peacefully on November 30, 2023. Born in Brooklyn, NY to Robert and Dolores (Gavin) Northrop, Pamela and her family moved to Old Lyme, CT, where she excelled in academics and athletics. Playing collegiate basketball and field hockey, she graduated from SCSU to become a physical education teacher and coach ... Pamela’s … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Pamela Northrop-Lupo, 74; She Excelled in Academics, Athletics in Old Lyme
Death Announced of Jesse Rando, 35, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2006
NIANTIC — UPDATED 12/22 with excerpts from and link to full obituary. It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our son, brother, uncle and friend, Jesse William Rando, 35, who left us too soon Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023. Jesse was born April 21, 1988, in New London, to William Francis Rando and Nancy (Berry) Rando.He graduated from Lyme-Old Lyme High School in 2006, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Jesse Rando, 35, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2006
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Urgently Seek Host Family, Starting in New Year, for Chinese Student
LYME/OLD LYME — 1/5 UPDATE: We are delighted to report that a host family has now been found. This year Lyme-Old (LOL) Lyme Schools have welcomed several students from other countries, who are attending Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) through Study Abroad programs. They are currently seeking a family to host a male 17-year-old student from China beginning in January of … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Urgently Seek Host Family, Starting in New Year, for Chinese Student
Death of Ryan J. Larson, 37, Announced, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2005; Classmates Set Up Fundraiser for His Family
12/21: UPDATED with full obituary and link to fundraiser started by Ryan's Lyme-Old Lyme HS classmmates: Hilarious, witty, smart and at peace, Ryan Larson 37, left us suddenly in the early morning of Tuesday December 12, 2023. He felt ill on Monday, he then died peacefully during the night. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Merilyn Vargus for her effort to help … [Read more...] about Death of Ryan J. Larson, 37, Announced, Member of Lyme-Old Lyme HS Class of 2005; Classmates Set Up Fundraiser for His Family
Death Announced of Donald T. Logan; Father of Doreen Bartkowski, Melissa Curtis of Old Lyme
TERRYVILLE, CT — Donald T. Logan, of Bristol, passed away on Saturday, (December 16, 2023) at Bristol Hospital. He was the husband, for 73 years, of Dorothy (Yurewitch) Logan ...Donald truly loved his family. Along with his loving wife Dorothy Logan he leaves his devoted daughters, Dawn Dupuis and her husband George of Terryville, Doreen Bartkowski of Old Lyme, and Melissa … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Donald T. Logan; Father of Doreen Bartkowski, Melissa Curtis of Old Lyme
CT DOT Reminds Public: ‘Tis the Season to Drive Sober’
HARTFORD/LYME/OLD LYME — This holiday season, the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is joining State and local law enforcement to share the message about the dangers of impaired driving. Motorists will see increased law enforcement presence on Connecticut roadways beginning tonight until January 1, 2024, to take impaired drivers off the roads. According to … [Read more...] about CT DOT Reminds Public: ‘Tis the Season to Drive Sober’