Representatives of the Michael Vincent Sage Dragonheart Foundation, Inc. (MVSDF) donated a new automated external defibrillator (AED) machine to Camp Claire last Thursday, July 10, at a group meeting for staff and campers. An AED is a lightweight, portable device that delivers an electric shock through the chest to the heart. The shock can stop an irregular rhythm and allow … [Read more...] about Camp Claire Receives Donation Of Automated External Defibrillator Machine
Old Lyme Residents Asked to Complete Recycling Survey to Help Determine Future Policy
The Connecticut State Legislature recently approved increasing the State's recycling goal from the current rate of 40 percent to 60 percent by the year 2024. In response, the Town of Old Lyme is evaluating its recycling and trash services, and considering options to motivate residents to reduce trash through increased recycling. The Town of Old Lyme has created a survey to … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Residents Asked to Complete Recycling Survey to Help Determine Future Policy
Town of Old Lyme/Sound View Commission Sponsor Family Friendly Concert Series: ‘Funky Dawgz’ Play Tonight
The Town of Old Lyme and the Sound View Commission are sponsoring family-friendly concerts at Sound View Beach this summer. The series kicks off tomorrow,Thursday, July 10, with The Funky Dawgz, a 10-piece New Orleans style brass band from UCONN. The Dawgz play an exciting, high-energy mix of funk, r&b and New Orleans traditional music.On July 24, the Old Lyme Town Band … [Read more...] about Town of Old Lyme/Sound View Commission Sponsor Family Friendly Concert Series: ‘Funky Dawgz’ Play Tonight
Death of James Scheide, 56, of Lyme, Announced
James Rathbun Scheide, 56, of Lyme, died on Sunday July 6th, 2014 after a brief and courageous battle with cancer. Born in Hartford, CT, on Sept 4, 1957, Jim was the son of the late Philip Cornell Scheide and Margaret Rathbun Scheide of Lyme. Jim was a graduate of Fort Lewis College in Durango, Colorado. Jim is survived by his two children who were the pride and joy of … [Read more...] about Death of James Scheide, 56, of Lyme, Announced
Old Saybrook Voters Give Overwhelming Approval for $3 Million in Bonding for Preserve Land Purchase
Voters Tuesday gave overwhelming approval for $3 million in bonding for the town's share of a planned $8 million purchase of the Preserve property, described as the “1,000 acre forest.” The bonding for the 930 acres located in Old Saybrook was approved on a 2,002 - 242 vote in an eight-hour referendum. About 20 percent of the town's 7,361 registered voters turned out for the … [Read more...] about Old Saybrook Voters Give Overwhelming Approval for $3 Million in Bonding for Preserve Land Purchase
Blumenthal Urges “Yes” Vote by Old Saybrook to Grant $3 Million Towards Purchase of ‘The Preserve’
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal came to the Old Saybrook Green on Monday, July 7, to urge Old Saybrook voters to vote “Yes” in a referendum to grant $3 million of town monies to help purchase 930 undeveloped acres in the open land known as The Preserve. The referendum for Old Saybrook voters will be held on Tuesday, July 8, at the Old Saybrook High School gymnasium, and the … [Read more...] about Blumenthal Urges “Yes” Vote by Old Saybrook to Grant $3 Million Towards Purchase of ‘The Preserve’
Sound View Hosts a Fine Parade
Sound View Beach Association hosted a grand Independence Day parade on Saturday with the weather in full cooperation. Participants gathered at the north end of Hartford Ave. and then marched south towards Long Island Sound, back up Portland Ave. and across to Swan Ave. The final segment of the parade was the return trip up Hartford Ave. to the Shoreline Community … [Read more...] about Sound View Hosts a Fine Parade
Incumbent State Senator Linares Faces Strong Challenge from Democrat Bjornberg
Determined to recapture the state senate seat in the 33rd District, which Democrats held for many years, a united Democratic Party has now fielded Emily Bjornberg, as the party's candidate. Bjornberg, 32-years-old, is a resident of Lyme, the wife of an Iraq War veteran and the mother of two children, ages 4 and 7. The basic theme of Bjornberg's campaign is that the incumbent … [Read more...] about Incumbent State Senator Linares Faces Strong Challenge from Democrat Bjornberg
Last day to See Ancient Burying Grounds Exhibit at Lyme Public Hall
The exhibit Lyme's Ancient Burying Grounds will be on view at the Lyme Public Hall on July 4, 5, and 6. This exhibit is part of a year-long initiative by the Lyme Public Hall Association to highlight the historical value and preservation needs of Lyme’s oldest cemeteries. Exhibit displays will highlight the characteristics of old burying grounds and the stone carvers … [Read more...] about Last day to See Ancient Burying Grounds Exhibit at Lyme Public Hall
An Important Holiday Message From Old Lyme Police
Very nice weather is predicted for the weekend of this July 4 holiday. As a result of this, the Old Lyme Police anticipate that large amounts of people will be heading towards the shoreline and our beaches. The police are expecting heavy traffic along our roadways and our “Sound View” beach area will most likely reach capacity crowds. It is anticipated that the available … [Read more...] about An Important Holiday Message From Old Lyme Police
Marching to the Beat of its Very Own Drum, Lyme’s Independence Day Parade Beats the Rain
Fireworks and parades may been cancelled all over the state, but, despite threatening skies overhead, Lyme's Fourth of July Parade -- a tradition since 1958 -- kicked off at 10 a.m. yesterday morning right on schedule . Founded by now retired pediatrician Dr. William Irving, this small town parade is big on patriotism. This year three Lymies added a little British … [Read more...] about Marching to the Beat of its Very Own Drum, Lyme’s Independence Day Parade Beats the Rain
Happy 4th! Lyme Celebrates Independence Day with Traditional Parade
The annual Fourth of July parade in Lyme, which was founded by Dr. William Irving in 1958, will be held today, Friday, July 4, starting -- according to information on the Town of Lyme website -- "at 10 a.m. or when everyone is ready." People wishing to participate should assemble at Camp Claire between 9 and 10 a.m. No prior registration is required to march. After … [Read more...] about Happy 4th! Lyme Celebrates Independence Day with Traditional Parade
Old Lyme Police to Give ‘Reverse Citations’ to Helmet-Wearing Kids
Once again this summer, the Old Lyme Town Police will be issuing “reverse citations” throughout the remainder of the summer. The police are teaming up with Maegan and Tricia Moriarty of Old Lyme, two teenagers who conducted a survey of youths wearing bicycle helmets in the Sound View area of Old Lyme in 2012. Their research found that only 25% of youth were wearing helmets … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Police to Give ‘Reverse Citations’ to Helmet-Wearing Kids
Help Your Rivers Celebrate Their Independence—From Trash
The Connecticut River Watershed Council (CRWC) encourages you to do two things while you’re out celebrating this weekend: recycle and scout trash. By recycling what you can and keeping an eye out for trash while you are outdoors, you can help keep trash out of our rivers. You can report litter sites in need of clean-up volunteers to CRWC on their website … [Read more...] about Help Your Rivers Celebrate Their Independence—From Trash
Chiropractic Doctor Suzanne Murphy Joins Vitality Spa & Wellness
Lindsay Eisensmith, owner of Vitality Spa & Wellness on Lyme Street in Old Lyme, announced last week that Dr. Suzanne Murphy has joined the center as their resident doctor of chiropractic medicine. By way of introduction to Murphy, Eisensmith recalls a quote from Thomas Edison, "The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patients in the care of … [Read more...] about Chiropractic Doctor Suzanne Murphy Joins Vitality Spa & Wellness