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Baseball Boys, Lax Girls Fall in CIAC Semifinals

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Tuesday afternoon, Randy St. Germain's Wildcats seeded #24 played #4 St. Paul in the CIAC Class S baseball semifinals at New Britain's Beehive Field. Sadly, the final score was 5-2. For a full report, see http://www.theday.com/article/20160607/SPORT03/160609336 Later the same day, Emily Macione's top-seeded lax girls were defeated 15-11 by #4 Canton in their CIAC Class S … [Read more...] about Baseball Boys, Lax Girls Fall in CIAC Semifinals

DeMott Breaks 35-Year-Old Lyme-Old Lyme HS 400m Record at State Open

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Yesterday Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) senior William DeMott broke a LOLHS track record in the 400 meters that has stood for 35 years.  The race in which DeMott achieved this success took place at the State Open track and field championships held at Willow Brook Park in New Britain. DeMott finished in 51.46 seconds breaking the previous record of 51.61 seconds set in … [Read more...] about DeMott Breaks 35-Year-Old Lyme-Old Lyme HS 400m Record at State Open

Social Security Supports Fight Against Cancer in Several Ways

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In 2016, more than a million people will be diagnosed with cancer around the world. This alarming statistic affects people and families everywhere. June 5 was National Cancer Survivors Day in the United States and in support of this day, Social Security encourages getting checkups to provide early detection, raise awareness through education, and recognize the survivors who … [Read more...] about Social Security Supports Fight Against Cancer in Several Ways

In Remarkable Achievement, Four Lyme-Old Lyme Boys Gain Scouting’s Top Honor

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Boy Scout Troop 26, sponsored by the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme, hosted a very special event Sunday, June 5, as they honored four young men who have achieved Scouting’s Highest Rank, Eagle Scout. Connor Carberry, Norman Main, Matt Miller, and Danny Reid , all have completed the rigorous requirements and will be presented their awards at a quadruple Eagle Scout … [Read more...] about In Remarkable Achievement, Four Lyme-Old Lyme Boys Gain Scouting’s Top Honor

Wildcats Battle Past Top Seeds Oxford in Class S Baseball to Advance to Semis

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Randy St. Germain's Wildcats seeded #24 pulled off an amazing 4-3 win against top seeded Oxford High School Saturday afternoon, and moreover on the opponents home field.  Old Lyme will now meet #4 St. Paul in the semifinals at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at New Britain's Beehive Field. Click to read a more detailed report of the game published Saturday evening on theday.com. Go … [Read more...] about Wildcats Battle Past Top Seeds Oxford in Class S Baseball to Advance to Semis

Talking Transportation: Big Brother Comes Along for the Ride

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Here in my car, I feel safest of all.  I can lock all my doors.  It’s the only way to live, in cars.* * Quote from Gary Numan, “Cars”, 1979 You may feel that your car is your last private refuge in this busy world.  But there’s someone along for the ride:  Big Brother.  And you’d be surprised what he knows about you, thanks to modern technology. Cell Phones: Your cell … [Read more...] about Talking Transportation: Big Brother Comes Along for the Ride

Wildcat Lax Girls Storm Into State Semis

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Playing at home in unseasonably cool temperatures under cloudy skies, the Old Lyme girls took control of their CIAC Class S state quarterfinal game against Ellington High School Thursday afternoon and ultimately claimed a 17-11 victory. Coach Emily Macione had nothing but praise for her team "across the board," saying, "I'm really, really proud of the girls from beginning to … [Read more...] about Wildcat Lax Girls Storm Into State Semis

Op-Ed: Malloy in the Middle

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Last week, Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders tried to force the Democratic National Convention into a shape more to his liking by demanding that Gov. Dannel P. Malloy, a supporter of former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, be booted from a high-profile chairmanship. He failed, but the fact that he tried says something about both Malloy and the dangerous state of our politics … [Read more...] about Op-Ed: Malloy in the Middle

Essex Shad Bake on Saturday Serves up Connecticut History

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Fifty-eight years ago, the Rotary Club of Essex introduced the quintessential New England shoreline tradition; a dining experience Yankee Magazine has called one of the “Top 20 Summer Events” – the Essex Annual Shad Bake. The Shad Bake returns on Saturday, June 4, to the Connecticut River Museum (CRM), from 3 to 6:30 p.m. It is made possible by the support of lead sponsors … [Read more...] about Essex Shad Bake on Saturday Serves up Connecticut History

Manfredi Appointed Assistant Principal of Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Dean Takes Top Job at LOL Middle School

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Lyme-Old Lyme Schools have announced the appointment of Jeanne Manfredi to the position of Assistant Principal at Lyme-Old Lyme High School. Manfredi, who currently serves as the World Language Department Chairperson at the school, was unanimously approved by the Board of Education at their June 2 meeting. Manfredi holds a B.A. and an M.A. from the University of Connecticut … [Read more...] about Manfredi Appointed Assistant Principal of Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Dean Takes Top Job at LOL Middle School

Coast Guard to Offer Safe Boating Class in Essex, June 18

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As part of its effort to educate the public about safe boating practices, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will offer a four-hour course on Navigation and Chart Reading at Essex Public Library in Essex on Saturday, June 18. The course will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the registration fee will be $40 per person. This course is a practical hands-on course on chart … [Read more...] about Coast Guard to Offer Safe Boating Class in Essex, June 18

Theater Along the River Returns with “Edward III,” June 18

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  On Saturday, June 18, the Connecticut River Museum's Theater Along the River kicks off with the Flock Theatre production of William Shakespeare's Edward III. This year's summertime series is once again made possible through the generous support of the Essex Wellness Center. The Raigne of King Edward the Third (typically abbreviated as Edward III) centers on the … [Read more...] about Theater Along the River Returns with “Edward III,” June 18

Community Music School Opens Satellite Location in East Lyme

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ESSEX – Community Music School (CMS) has expanded their programming to a satellite location in East Lyme, beginning with their summer session on June 27, 2016. The new site will offer private lessons in a variety of instruments for students of all ages, as well as several beginner group classes, chamber music ensembles, music therapy, and the popular Kindermusic program for … [Read more...] about Community Music School Opens Satellite Location in East Lyme

“The 39 Steps,” Zany Spoof of Hitchcock Movies, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse

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Mix a Hitchcock masterpiece with a juicy spy novel, add a dash of Monty Python and you have “The 39 Steps,” a fast-paced whodunit for anyone who loves the magic of theater! This two-time Tony and Drama Desk Award-winning treat is packed with nonstop laughs, over 150 zany characters (played by a ridiculously talented cast of four), an on-stage plane crash, handcuffs, missing … [Read more...] about “The 39 Steps,” Zany Spoof of Hitchcock Movies, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse