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
Letter to the Editor: Elect Savageu, Orzel to Fix Old Lyme Zoning; Bring Experience, Best Interests of Community to Commission
To the Editor: The Old Lyme Zoning Commission needs fixing. Although it should always make decisions in the best interests of the community, sometimes its members promote their personal agendas. For example, on March 27 of this year the commission turned down the town's application to create the Halls Road Overlay District. This proposal had been developed over a number of … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Elect Savageu, Orzel to Fix Old Lyme Zoning; Bring Experience, Best Interests of Community to Commission
Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Kicks Off Annual ‘Sponsor a Row’ Campaign
OLD LYME -- The annual Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) Sponsor a Row campaign kicked off Oct. 1. The LOLFSG is extremely grateful to individuals, families, organizations and businesses, who sponsored the garden this season. Volunteers gave more than 800 hours, donated more than 2000 pounds of food to local food pantries, installed a pollinator … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Kicks Off Annual ‘Sponsor a Row’ Campaign
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Experience, Expertise of Matt Ward for Town Treasurer
To the Editor: I am writing this letter to the voters in Old Lyme to implore 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 serve Old Lyme in this important role. Matt previously served as Assistant Accounts Manager for the Town of Deep River. He has served as the Second … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote for Experience, Expertise of Matt Ward for Town Treasurer
Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Region 18 BOE, Comprises Three Dedicated, Experienced Incumbents and Newcomer Presti with Multiple Strengths
To the Editor: The Old Lyme Voters have two candidates Steven Wilson and Suzanne Thompson who are running for re-election to the Board of Education. I have been working with Steven and Suzanne for two years on the BOE. It is a honor to work with both of these individuals due to their dedication, experience, and knowledge of District 18 Schools. As a new Board Member I … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote Republican Slate for Region 18 BOE, Comprises Three Dedicated, Experienced Incumbents and Newcomer Presti with Multiple Strengths
Letter to the Editor: Powell St. Louis Has Served Diligently on Region 18 BOE for Eight Years, Re-electing Her Will Maintain Party Balance for Lyme on Board
To the Editor: I write in support of the re-election of Lyme’s current Member of the Board of Education, Mary Powell St. Louis. Mary has been a diligent member of the board for eight years and has, in past elections, been re-elected without opposition. Mary has been a thoughtful advocate for parents and students, including special needs students. She is the Vice Chairman of … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Powell St. Louis Has Served Diligently on Region 18 BOE for Eight Years, Re-electing Her Will Maintain Party Balance for Lyme on Board
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Experience, Dedication of Democratic Slate for Old Lyme BOF, Also to Correct Current Party Imbalance on Board
To the Editor: I am running for re-election to the Old Lyme Board of Finance (BOF). I have served on that board since 2014 and very much want to continue. I also urge you to vote for the other Democratic Town Committee candidates: Anna Reiter as a regular member and Sheila Riffle, Diane Linderman and Candace Fuchs as alternates. We appreciate the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote for Experience, Dedication of Democratic Slate for Old Lyme BOF, Also to Correct Current Party Imbalance on Board