To the Editor: I strongly recommend electing Peter Hunt to a regular position on the Old Lyme Board of Assessment Appeals. What are the qualifications needed for the job? In my view they are fairness, intelligence and thoughtfulness. You will not find anyone who embodies those qualities better then Peter. Having served six years as an Alternate on the BOAA, Peter is fully … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Hunt is Objective, Careful, Conscientious Decision-maker; After Six Years as Alternate, Elect Him to Old Lyme Board of Assessment Appeals
Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Row B for ‘Trustworthy Town Stewards’, Who ‘Always Search for Consensus and Compromise’
To the Editor: Did you know? An unprecedented 30% of the Democratic endorsed ticket, 6 candidates on Row A in the upcoming 2023 Old Lyme municipal election are married couples! One of the three couples are running for positions that directly control the town’s purse strings. This roster is from the party that sounds off constantly about diversity and transparency. Let that … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Row B for ‘Trustworthy Town Stewards’, Who ‘Always Search for Consensus and Compromise’
Letter to the Editor: Elect Fogliano to BOE; She Has Prodigious Talents, Will Maximize Tax Dollars With Common Sense Approach
To the Editor: It is with great confidence that I endorse Susan Fogliano for Board of Education member in the upcoming election. Ms Fogliano has lived in Old Lyme for nearly 32 years and served as a member of our Board of Education for 16 years between 1995 and 2011, and also as Chair of the Board during her tenure. As Board Chairperson, she oversaw completion of a long-term … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Elect Fogliano to BOE; She Has Prodigious Talents, Will Maximize Tax Dollars With Common Sense Approach
Letter to the Editor: Lyme Voters Should Elect Lodge to BOE; Committed, Involved in Community, Cognizant of Balance Between Quality Education and its Cost
To the Editor: What is necessary to qualify a person to hold an elected office in a town? Plenty of information is circulated about the candidates at the top of the ballot, but as you go down, much less information is available. How do voters make decisions on whom to vote for? The foremost prerequisite is commitment and involvement in service to the community. Have … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Lyme Voters Should Elect Lodge to BOE; Committed, Involved in Community, Cognizant of Balance Between Quality Education and its Cost
Letter to the Editor: Misinformation Abounds About Halls Rd. Improvement Project, Clarifications Offered
To the Editor: Local Republicans seem to have been spreading misinformation about the Halls Road Improvements plan during their door-knocking and social media campaigns. The most common misstatements are the following. 1. Misstatement: The Halls Road Overlay District (HROD) proposal will raise our taxes.Fact: If HROD is passed developers will be able to … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Misinformation Abounds About Halls Rd. Improvement Project, Clarifications Offered
Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Old Lyme ZBA, Offers Right Balance of Leadership, Knowledge, Experience, Understanding
To the Editor: The Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA) is the only entity that can vary the application of the Zoning Regulations. Thus, the ZBA plays an important role in balancing public health, safety, convenience, welfare and property values while protecting individual property owners from unnecessary hardship. This ZBA requires dedicated Board members committed to … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Old Lyme ZBA, Offers Right Balance of Leadership, Knowledge, Experience, Understanding
Death Announced of Kenneth M. McKeever, 80, of Old Lyme: Marine, State Trooper, Longtime Town Attorney for Lyme
OLD LYME --- Kenneth M. McKeever, 80, Marine, State Trooper, Attorney, died Oct. 16, 2023, at his home after a long illness. Ken was born in Brooklyn, New York, Feb. 25, 1943, the son of Henry J. McKeever and Serafina Spinelli. His mother died shortly after his birth while his father was in the Pacific during World War II. He was raised by various family members in New York … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Kenneth M. McKeever, 80, of Old Lyme: Marine, State Trooper, Longtime Town Attorney for Lyme
Letter to the Editor: Lodge, ‘a Fierce Opponent of Book Censorship,’ Will Serve Lyme Families Well on Region 18 BOE
To the Editor: I write in support of Gavin Lodge as the Lyme representative to the Region 18 Board of Education. Lodge will serve Lyme and its youth well. He is a father of two children in our schools, a past public school PTO co-president. He is active in Lyme’s Sustainable Committee and other town commissions. He is the executive director of 4A Arts, a national … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Lodge, ‘a Fierce Opponent of Book Censorship,’ Will Serve Lyme Families Well on Region 18 BOE
Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Gaudio, Willis to Old Lyme Planning Commission; Both are Experienced, Competent Gatekeepers for Community.
To the Editor: I am writing this letter to strongly urge the voters in Old Lyme to re-elect Barbara Gaudio and Donald Willis to the Planning Commission on November 7th. The importance of the Planning Commission’s work cannot be overstated. The Planning Commission members are the gatekeepers for prudent and sensible property development in Old Lyme. These two … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Re-elect Gaudio, Willis to Old Lyme Planning Commission; Both are Experienced, Competent Gatekeepers for Community.
Death Announced of A. Rick Colangeli of Old Lyme; US Navy Veteran, Longtime Member of OLFD; Services Oct. 29 & 30
OLD LYME -- A. Rick Colangeli of Old Lyme, passed away Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023 at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital ...Rick is survived by his loving wife Carol of 60 years ...Rick was a U.S. Navy veteran ... He was a longtime member of the Old Lyme Fire Department for 53 years and he reached the rank of lieutenant. Rick was honored to be awarded Firefighter of the Year twice and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of A. Rick Colangeli of Old Lyme; US Navy Veteran, Longtime Member of OLFD; Services Oct. 29 & 30
Letter to the Editor: Reiter Defends His Record as Old Lyme Treasurer for Past Four Years, Seeks Votes to Continue Work for Another Four
To the Editor: I am Mike Reiter, Treasurer for Old Lyme and running for reelection this November. I read Mike Bucior's October 16 letter to the editor entitled, "Vote for Experience, Expertise of Matt Ward for Town Treasurer." While what he writes about Mr. Ward may be true, what he writes about me is not. Mr. Bucior notes that he reached out to Board of Finance members … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Reiter Defends His Record as Old Lyme Treasurer for Past Four Years, Seeks Votes to Continue Work for Another Four
Letter to the Editor: Danenhower Defends His No Vote on HRIC Overlay Plan; Says Plan Was Flawed, Vote Not Political But in Best Interest of Town
To the Editor: This letter is in response to Sandra Rueb’s letter published on October 17, 2023, regarding the Zoning Commission vote on the Halls Road Improvement Committee’s overlay plan on March 27th 2023. Rather than state the reasons I gave on the record for my No vote, she personally attacked me, and Michael Barnes the other No vote in her first sentence by stating, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Danenhower Defends His No Vote on HRIC Overlay Plan; Says Plan Was Flawed, Vote Not Political But in Best Interest of Town
Death Announced of Marshall Edward Dean Sr., of Old Lyme, Rescheduled Services Now Oct. 25
OLD LYME -- Marshall Edward Dean Sr., of Old Lyme, passed away Oct. 11, 2023. He was born Jan. 26, 1933, in Old Lyme, the son of Searles and Martha (Swaney) Dean.Marshall served in the U.S. Army. He was a plumber at Speirs Plumbing in Old Lyme for 50 years. He was a member of the Old Lyme Fire Department ...He is survived by his children, Patricia Dean, Marshall Dean Jr. … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Marshall Edward Dean Sr., of Old Lyme, Rescheduled Services Now Oct. 25
Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker, Lampos Have Clear Vision, if Elected, for Moving Forward on Specific, Critical Old Lyme Issues
To the Editor: At a Federation of Beaches event held on September 17, Martha Shoemaker and Jim Lampos spoke about what they hoped to accomplish if elected to the Old Lyme Board of Selectmen. Martha focused on three specific areas, which I want to share with the broader community. First, Martha believes that public safety--the work of our police, fire, EMS, and public … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker, Lampos Have Clear Vision, if Elected, for Moving Forward on Specific, Critical Old Lyme Issues
Death Announced of Benjamin A. “Bunny” Bourn, 98, of Old Lyme; He Stormed Utah Beach on D-Day, His Company Liberated Buchenwald Concentration Camp
OLD LYME -- Benjamin A. "Bunny" Bourn, 98, of Old Lyme, died Oct. 10, 2023 ...He attended local schools and after high school enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War II. He stormed Utah Beach on D-Day and fought in the Third Army through all five American Campaigns in France, Luxembourg, and Germany. His company liberated Buchenwald concentration camp in April 1945. He spoke … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Benjamin A. “Bunny” Bourn, 98, of Old Lyme; He Stormed Utah Beach on D-Day, His Company Liberated Buchenwald Concentration Camp