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’
Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Post 1467 Named to All-American Team, One of Only Seven in CT
LYME-OLD LYME -- The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Lyme-Old Lyme Post 1467 has been recognized for outstanding contributions made by its members that has resulted in the Post being named a member of the 2022-2023 All-American VFW team. The All-American program exists to recognize exceptional leadership and teamwork, authentic accomplishments in membership growth and VFW … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme VFW Post 1467 Named to All-American Team, One of Only Seven in CT
Letter to the Editor: ‘Dedicated Volunteer’ Ward Has ‘In-depth Financial Expertise, Experience’ Required to Serve as Old Lyme Town Treasurer
To the Editor: As a recently retired CFO with over 45 years of financial oversight experience, I have learned the qualities needed to be a successful financial leader. I am writing this letter to the voters in Old Lyme to strongly urge you to elect Matt Ward (U) as our Town Treasurer on November 7th. Matt has all the right in-depth financial expertise and experience to … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: ‘Dedicated Volunteer’ Ward Has ‘In-depth Financial Expertise, Experience’ Required to Serve as Old Lyme Town Treasurer
Old Lyme Democrat, Republican Chairs Respond to Defacement of Campaign Signs
OLD LYME -- Five large campaign signs in Old Lyme -- three Republican, two Democratic -- were vandalized overnight on Saturday with hateful terms, obscene language, and offensive signs. We asked the respective chairs of the Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) and Republican Town Committee (RTC) for their thoughts on the vandalism. Randy Nixon, RTC Chair, wrote via … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Democrat, Republican Chairs Respond to Defacement of Campaign Signs
Letter to the Editor: National Republican Party is ‘Elephant in the Room,’ Has ‘Infected Local Party;’ Need to Vote Democrat
To the Editor: Old Lyme will have a municipal election on November 7 and there's an elephant in the room. It is the Republican Party. For years that party has conducted a well-organized, effective, national campaign to undo the progress our country has made over the decades in recognizing and protecting each citizen's rights to equality, autonomy and freedom of … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: National Republican Party is ‘Elephant in the Room,’ Has ‘Infected Local Party;’ Need to Vote Democrat
Letter to the Editor: ‘Intelligent, Thoughtful, Community-minded’ Margules is ‘Excellent Candidate’ for Old Lyme Planning Commission
To the Editor: I recommend Howard Margules as an excellent candidate for the Old Lyme Planning Commission. I have worked on several projects with Howard in his capacity as Chair of the Economic Development Commission (EDC) and member of the Halls Road Improvements Committee (HRIC). He is intelligent, thoughtful, and community-minded. He is dedicated to the prosperity and … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: ‘Intelligent, Thoughtful, Community-minded’ Margules is ‘Excellent Candidate’ for Old Lyme Planning Commission