Press Conference Held to Educate Public About Harm Caused by Hydrilla, Discuss Projects to Control Invasive Aquatic's Spread CHESTER -- On Wednesday, Aug. 16, state and federal legislators, federal agencies, and stewards of the Connecticut River, met in Chester to educate the public about testing and remediation of invasive aquatic species in the Connecticut River, … [Read more...] about National, Local Legislators Respond to Invasive Hydrilla’s Threat to CT River; Announce New Testing, Remediation Efforts
Death of Herbert Frederick Custer Jr. Announced, Taught at Old Lyme High School 1960-68
Herb Custer passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 17, 2023. After 90 years, his enormous heart finally rested, and he was ready to go, with fair winds and following seas. Herbert Frederick Custer Jr. was born April 3,1933, in Hartford, Conn., into a loving family, the second child of Herbert Frederick Custer Sr. and Claire McFetridge Custer ... Between … [Read more...] about Death of Herbert Frederick Custer Jr. Announced, Taught at Old Lyme High School 1960-68
Currach Rowers Conclude Regatta With Award of Perpetual Trophy
NEW LONDON: For the first time, the New London Currach Rowers presented a trophy at their annual Regatta to the champion team of their annual New London Regatta held Saturday, July 29. In addition to awarding medals to teams for separate races, the Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH), John P. Holland Local Division, sponsored and presented a large trophy recognizing the team … [Read more...] about Currach Rowers Conclude Regatta With Award of Perpetual Trophy
Death Announced of David Rufo, Former Co-Owner of Old Lyme’s ‘Bee & Thistle Inn’
OLD LYME -- I was deeply saddened to learn of the untimely death of David Rufo, the former owner of the Bee and Thistle Inn in Old Lyme with his then wife, Linnea. He was a wonderful, charismatic man and these words from his obituary, which was published today, sum him up beautifully: "David seemed tireless always squeezing every bit of joy out of each day. His optimism and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David Rufo, Former Co-Owner of Old Lyme’s ‘Bee & Thistle Inn’
Unanimous Vote by Lyme Board of Selectmen Changes Name to ‘Board of Selectpeople’
LYME, CT -- At its regular meeting on Monday, Aug. 7, the Lyme Board of Selectmen decided to change the name of its Board, effective immediately, to the “Board of Selectpeople” and to continue to refer to its individual members as either “Selectman” or “Selectwoman.” The change was approved unanimously by First Selectman David Lahm (R), Selectman John Kiker (D) and Selectwoman … [Read more...] about Unanimous Vote by Lyme Board of Selectmen Changes Name to ‘Board of Selectpeople’
Letter From Paris: Memories of Crimea … a Strategic Peninsula Steeped in History, Culture
Subsequent to the Russian occupation of Crimea in 2014, which took place 60 years after USSR First Secretary Nikita Khrushchev transferred it to Ukraine in 1944, the strategically-important peninsula has frequently made news headlines. I visited the region twice and have always been fascinated by the important events and famous people with which it is associated. In … [Read more...] about Letter From Paris: Memories of Crimea … a Strategic Peninsula Steeped in History, Culture
Found Phone!
OLD LYME -- A reader contacted us earlier in the week to say she lost her phone at the fireworks event held in Old Lyme Saturday, Aug. 12. We duly posted a missing phone announcement. We are delighted to report that the owner of the lost phone has now been reconnected with it. She emailed us to say, "I have my phone! Thank you so much for posting for me. That was key to my … [Read more...] about Found Phone!
Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Home Watch Association.
LYME, CT — Lyme Home Watch, which is owned by Bill Hurtle of Lyme, has recently earned accreditation from the National Home Watch Association (NWHA). The NHWA was formed in 2009 in order to establish and maintain the highest industry standards for Home Watch and absentee homeowner services throughout the United States and Canada. Home Watch is a visual inspection of a home … [Read more...] about Hurtle’s ‘Lyme Home Watch’ Earns Accreditation From National Home Watch Association.
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Ice Cream Store’s Closure Prompts Questions on Future Viability of Retail in Town, OL EDC Has a Process to Address Challenge
To the Editor: The announced closing of the ice cream store on Lyme Street has prompted many expressions of both disappointment, and concern and has even led to a broader based discussion regarding the economic viability of the town’s retail sector. This is very understandable since our town, as well as most others, is facing significant challenges due to a combination of … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Ice Cream Store’s Closure Prompts Questions on Future Viability of Retail in Town, OL EDC Has a Process to Address Challenge
A View From My Porch: Some Funny Things Happened on the Way to the Celebration
The celebration: “Rock the Phoebe’s” joyful acknowledgement of the century and a quarter anniversary of the founding of Old Lyme’s Phoebe Griffin Noyes (PGN) Library in 1898 was scheduled for the evening of June 23. The funny things: A letter, signed by 23 members of the Greater Old Lyme community was sent to the library on May 25. This was then followed … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: Some Funny Things Happened on the Way to the Celebration
State Rep. Carney Achieves 100% Voting Record During 2023 Regular Session
Lawmaker Present for Every Vote HARTFORD – State Representative Devin Carney (R-23rd), whose district includes both Lyme and Old Lyme, has again achieved a perfect score for votes taken on the floor of the House of Representatives during the 2023 legislative session. He previously recorded 100 percent voting attendance in the years 2015 through 2020, only missing votes in … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Achieves 100% Voting Record During 2023 Regular Session
Old Lyme Ice Cream Shoppe Scheduled to Close Aug. 31, Owner Reale Says Decision is ‘Really Bitter-Sweet’
Author's Note: I recently spoke with Angie Reale, the owner of the Old Lyme Ice Cream Shoppe, by phone and she graciously answered my questions for more than an hour. We chatted at length about her time at the Shoppe and her previous employment at Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts, where she and I first met back in 2007. OLD LYME – “I didn’t realize I'd get this kind of … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Ice Cream Shoppe Scheduled to Close Aug. 31, Owner Reale Says Decision is ‘Really Bitter-Sweet’
Death Announced of Melodie Peters of Old Lyme; Former State Senator, Workers’ Rights Champion
OLD LYME -- UPDATED 3:10pm with State Rep. Carney's comments: The death was announced Monday, Aug. 8, of former State Senator and Old Lyme resident Melodie Peters. She passed away July 31, 2023, at the age of 76. Peters, a Democrat, was elected to the Senate in 1992, thus becoming the first woman to represent the 20th District, which includes Old Lyme. She was re-elected … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Melodie Peters of Old Lyme; Former State Senator, Workers’ Rights Champion
Lyme Resident Opens ‘The Curry Queen’ Indian Restaurant in Old Saybrook, Celebrity Chef Jacques Pepin Joins Celebrations
LYME/OLD SAYBROOK -- A new restaurant, owned and managed by Lyme resident Nalini Srinivasan, has opened in Old Saybrook. Describing itself as focused on homestyle, authentic Indian cuisine,The Curry Queen, located at 93 Elm St., offers both dine-in and take-out options. Asked to describe her menu, Srinivasan responded by email saying, "The menu is, at present, a simple … [Read more...] about Lyme Resident Opens ‘The Curry Queen’ Indian Restaurant in Old Saybrook, Celebrity Chef Jacques Pepin Joins Celebrations
Artisan Couple Paul and Esther Halferty Celebrate Success of Creative Arts Program in Old Lyme
OLD LYME -- "Tremendously successful!" That's how Lilywork Artisan Tile founders and owners Paul and Esther Halferty sum up their participation in this year's Lymes Creative Arts program. Their custom-built tile studio is located in the center of Old Lyme at 56 Lyme St. and is the creative endeavor of the husband and wife duo. The summer program, supported by mini-grants and … [Read more...] about Artisan Couple Paul and Esther Halferty Celebrate Success of Creative Arts Program in Old Lyme