To the Editor: I am writing as a progressive Democrat to encourage all others to reelect Republican Mary Powell-St. Louis to the Region 18 School Board. Despite my readiness to argue politics, I assume that all people, regardless of political persuasion, want what is best for their children—and for other people’s children. I have no doubt that Gavin Lodge does so. Indeed, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Powell-St. Louis for Region 18 BOE, Lyme Residents ‘Deserve a Contest of Ideas, not a Barrage of Deception’
Deadlines for Receipt of Election-Related Letters to the Editor (Updated)
LYME/OLD LYME -- The deadline to receive election-related letters to be considered for publication is 12 p.m. (noon) on Friday, Nov. 3. Letters received before that deadline, which are selected for publication, will be published on or before midnight on Saturday, Nov. 4. Letters received after 12 p.m. (noon) on Friday, Nov. 3, will not be considered for publication, unless … [Read more...] about Deadlines for Receipt of Election-Related Letters to the Editor (Updated)
Letter to the Editor: Elections are the Will of the People
To the Editor: The Chair of the Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee [OLDTC] would have us believe there is an “unhealthy imbalance” in Old Lyme government because they have a minority of seats on boards and commissions. This is an entirely warped view of the electoral process. Elections are the will of the People, and the People have spoken loudly by choosing the best … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Elections are the Will of the People
Letter to the Editor: Stakes High in This Election, Vote Lowry, Fogliano, Brown for Region 18 BOE; They Have Skills, Experience Not in Existence on Current Board
To the Editor: Often, in local elections, our choices can feel minor, like they won't amount to much. In this election, however, the stakes are high, and our choices matter. We need candidates who have the courage to do the right thing, and represent all the people in Old Lyme -- not just a loud minority. Because of these heightened stakes, I’m excited to vote for … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Stakes High in This Election, Vote Lowry, Fogliano, Brown for Region 18 BOE; They Have Skills, Experience Not in Existence on Current Board
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme First Selectman Endorses Matt Ward for Town Treasurer
To the Editor: Matt Ward is on our Board of Selectmen and he is also one of our part-time Police officers. In addition, he is very active in the Town’s Little League program. Matt has recently accepted a position with a local accounting firm, so he will not seek reelection to the Board of Selectmen. However, he is seeking to be elected as our Town Treasurer on November … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme First Selectman Endorses Matt Ward for Town Treasurer
Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Mary Powell-St. Louis to Region 18 Board of Education, She Continuously Demonstrates Her Focus on Putting All Kids First
To the Editor: Numerous Letters to the Editor and OpEd's have been published in LymeLine, CTExaminer, and The Day, recommending Mary Powell-St Louis' re-election to our Board of Education (BOE). I know Mary personally and, as a moderate, independent voter, would like to add my endorsement. Mary and I served together for nearly a decade as volunteer adult leaders of our … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Mary Powell-St. Louis to Region 18 Board of Education, She Continuously Demonstrates Her Focus on Putting All Kids First
Death Announced of Roger Smith, Old Lyme’s 2021 ‘Citizen of the Year’
On October 29, 2023 Roger Murray Smith, 83, passed away peacefully with his daughters, sons in-law and grandchildren by his side ...Born September 9, 1940 to Florence and Walter Smith, Roger was raised in Laurel Beach, CT ...In Old Lyme he and his wife Marcia volunteered for many organizations. These included High Hopes Therapeutic Riding Center, the Old Lyme Congregational … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Roger Smith, Old Lyme’s 2021 ‘Citizen of the Year’
Letter to the Editor: Vote Democratic Slate to Rectify Unhealthy Imbalance in Old Lyme Local Government
To the Editor: I hope you are aware that there will be a municipal election in Old Lyme on November 7. In all, there are 23 elected positions on the ballot. Of those positions, Democrats currently hold only six seats. This imbalance in our local government does not allow a variety of viewpoints and is not good for Old Lyme. It can only be changed by increasing citizen … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Democratic Slate to Rectify Unhealthy Imbalance in Old Lyme Local Government
Happiest of Halloweens on Lyme Street (Updated)
OLD LYME -- It was another 'Happy Halloween' on Lyme Street last night and a welcome break from the rancors of the current election. The overall impression that people seemed are reporting is that the Trick or Treaters were well-behaved and overwhelmingly polite and respectful. Kudos to the parents or care-givers that raised them and ... well done, kids! There were … [Read more...] about Happiest of Halloweens on Lyme Street (Updated)
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Treasurer Reiter Again Refutes Statements Made About Him, Looks Forward to Serving Another Four Years in Same Role
To the Editor: I read John Flick’s October 30 letter to the editor entitled, "’Dedicated Volunteer’ Ward has ‘In-Depth Financial Expertise, Experience’ Required to Serve as Old Lyme Town Treasurer" and was dismayed to find the exact same (word for word) untrue statement about my record as Treasurer that was printed in an LTE [on] this LymeLine website from … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Treasurer Reiter Again Refutes Statements Made About Him, Looks Forward to Serving Another Four Years in Same Role
Letter to the Editor: Banning is on the Ballot
To the Editor: In June, a number of candidates on the current Old Lyme and Lyme RTC slates, including Board of Ed candidates Mary Powell St. Louis and Mike Presti, signed a letter seeking removal of sex ed books from the Young Adult section of the public library. Surrogates continue this shameless campaign even now, and have gone so far as to publicly call for the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Banning is on the Ballot
Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker, Lampos Have Skills to Develop Positive, Reinforcing, Work Culture at Old Lyme Town Hall
To the Editor: The Old Lyme employees who work in Town Hall are a wonderful group. However, concerns have been expressed over the past few years about their working environment and whether they have routinely enjoyed the support they deserve. These concerns will not continue under the leadership of Martha Shoemaker as First Selectwoman and the assistance of Jim … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker, Lampos Have Skills to Develop Positive, Reinforcing, Work Culture at Old Lyme Town Hall
Letter to the Editor: “Eddie” Long Seeks to Become Mayor of New London, a City Where The Wrong Things are Happening
To the Editor: As Election Day approaches, we must take stock of our city’s wins and losses. We see freshly paved streets, but our most well-known restaurants are closing. We see expensive apartments built for individuals working in Groton, but New London families paying higher rents. Incumbents boast about lower mill rates, but fewer than 35% of us own homes. With studios … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: “Eddie” Long Seeks to Become Mayor of New London, a City Where The Wrong Things are Happening
Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Powell-St. Louis as Lyme Member of Region 18 BOE; She Has ‘Remarkable Set of Attributes,’ Making Her ‘an Exceptional Candidate’
To the Editor: I am writing this letter to express my wholehearted and enthusiastic support for my esteemed colleague, Mary [Powell St. Louis], who is running for reelection to the Board of Education. I have had the privilege of working closely with her on the Board of Education for four years (one year as Chair with her serving as Vice Chair) and on the Facilities and … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Powell-St. Louis as Lyme Member of Region 18 BOE; She Has ‘Remarkable Set of Attributes,’ Making Her ‘an Exceptional Candidate’
Letter to the Editor: Choose Gavin Lodge as Lyme Member of Region 18 BOE; He Will ‘Work Tirelessly’, Insure Children Receive ‘Open, Unbiased Education’
To the Editor: Gavin Lodge is a wonderful choice for Board of Education. He will work tirelessly for our children, insuring that they receive an open and unbiased education. Gavin is the father of two children in LOL [Lyme-Old Lyme] schools and knows and understands the importance of parental involvement in all facets of their education. Giving young people access to all … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Choose Gavin Lodge as Lyme Member of Region 18 BOE; He Will ‘Work Tirelessly’, Insure Children Receive ‘Open, Unbiased Education’