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Old Lyme Resident, Atty. Kyle Zrenda Recognized as a ‘New Leader in the Law’ by CT Law Tribune

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OLD LYME/NEW LONDON -- Old Lyme resident and Suisman Shapiro Attorney Kyle Zrenda has been recognized as a “New Leader in the Law” by the Connecticut Law Tribune’s 2023 New England Legal Awards. The first-ever New England Legal Awards has expanded the field to include attorneys and firms from beyond Connecticut, including many in Massachusetts, Rhode Island and other … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Resident, Atty. Kyle Zrenda Recognized as a ‘New Leader in the Law’ by CT Law Tribune

Visit Lyman Allyn Art Museum for Free Through Sept. 3, See Acclaimed ‘Barkley L. Hendricks in New London’ Exhibition

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NEW LONDON – The Lyman Allyn Art Museum has a great, no-cost way to entertain friends  and family during these final weeks of summer. The Museum is offering free admission to all  visitors through Sept. 3, generously funded by Dominion Energy. The grant is connected to the Museum’s current exhibition, Barkley L. Hendricks in New London, which runs through … [Read more...] about Visit Lyman Allyn Art Museum for Free Through Sept. 3, See Acclaimed ‘Barkley L. Hendricks in New London’ Exhibition

Old Lyme’s Eastman-Grossel Places 13th in US Junior Olympics Heptathlon at Eugene, Ore.

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EUGENE, ORE./OLD LYME -- On July 24 and 25, Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) rising junior Zoe Eastman-Grossel placed 13th in the heptathlon for the 15-16 age group in the National Junior Track & Field Olympic Championships in Eugene, Ore. She qualified for the event after winning the USA Track & Field (USATF) Region One Championships in Craryville, N.Y. , … [Read more...] about Old Lyme’s Eastman-Grossel Places 13th in US Junior Olympics Heptathlon at Eugene, Ore.

A View From My Porch: A Treatise on Electric Vehicles — Baby Boomers, ‘Beach Boys’ & Battery Benefits

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After some sluggish early sales, there has been a considerable increase in the number of electric vehicles (EVs) on the roads in the United States. EVs comprised 5.8 percent of all new vehicle sales in the United States in 2022; up from 3.2 percent in 2021; and that’s more than three-quarters of a million of the roughly 14 million new cars and light trucks sold in 2022. The … [Read more...] about A View From My Porch: A Treatise on Electric Vehicles — Baby Boomers, ‘Beach Boys’ & Battery Benefits

Ledge Blasting in East Lyme Closes I-95 Both Directions Twice Daily for 15 Minutes for 6-8 Weeks

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Detours Identified, Sign up for Text Alerts EAST LYME -- Beginning Tuesday, Aug. 1, ledge blasting along I-95 will take place Monday through Thursday for a period of six to eight weeks. As a result, I-95 Northbound and Southbound will be closed twice a day between the hours of 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for 15 minutes for each blast. During this time, motorists are encouraged … [Read more...] about Ledge Blasting in East Lyme Closes I-95 Both Directions Twice Daily for 15 Minutes for 6-8 Weeks

UPDATED: Old Lyme Enjoys All the Fun of the (Midsummer) Festival

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Editor's Note: We would like to express sincere thanks to our onsite photographers who contributed all these wonderful photos:- Michele Dickey, Cheryl Poirier and Suzanne Thompson. OLD LYME -- Humidity may have been high but so were people's spirits at Saturday's Old Lyme Midsummer Festival. Artisans of all types were out on the grounds of the Lyme Art … [Read more...] about UPDATED: Old Lyme Enjoys All the Fun of the (Midsummer) Festival

LYSB’s Midsummer Race Draws Largest Entry Ever

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OLD LYME -- The family-friendly 5K run or walk and 'Kid's K' fun run held Saturday morning drew a record-setting combined total of 413 participants. Moreover, more than 70 youngsters participated in the 'Kids K.'  The race/walk was hosted by Lymes' Youth Service Bureau (LYSB) and represented the first event of Old Lyme's Midsummer Festival full day. It was supported … [Read more...] about LYSB’s Midsummer Race Draws Largest Entry Ever

The Movie Man: ‘Oppenheimer’ is a “Must See That Will Age Exceptionally”

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Director Christopher Nolan has broken ground by applying his style of non-linear storytelling to biopics, which tend to be predictable Oscar-bait consisting of exceptional costumes, set design, and performances that attempt to master said protagonist’s quirks. With that said, expect to have difficulty following along, but your first impressions will be strong enough to inspire … [Read more...] about The Movie Man: ‘Oppenheimer’ is a “Must See That Will Age Exceptionally”

Kinship, Respite Grants Available to Help Guardians Pay for Rent, Summer Camp and Other Expenses

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LYME/OLD SAYBROOK -- With so many Connecticut families feeling the financial pain of inflation, Saybrook District Probate Judge Jeannine Lewis reminds guardians caring for children that they may be eligible for thousands of dollars in grants to help with housing, food and transportation, as well as summer camp and other enrichment activities.   The Saybrook … [Read more...] about Kinship, Respite Grants Available to Help Guardians Pay for Rent, Summer Camp and Other Expenses

Death Announced of David St. George, Former President of Old Lyme Country Club

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David St. George was a husband, a father, a grandfather, a World War II Navy veteran, an Episcopalian minister, a sailor, a pilot, a boxer, a golfer, a scuba diver, a woodworker, a crooner of 1940s pop hits, and, by his own account, the first surfer to brave the waters of Mantoloking, New Jersey. He spent his life in service to country, family, church, and community. He died … [Read more...] about Death Announced of David St. George, Former President of Old Lyme Country Club

A Letter From Paris: Celebrating ‘Le Quatorze Juillet’ in Spectacular Style

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Watching the 14th of July defilé [parade] is a well-anchored tradition for the French. This year, as always, it was a two-hour impeccably choreographed event. Each French president takes it very seriously since it is an opportunity to display the military profile of the country, the vision for its future, as well as the latest technology, and to reaffirm the fact that … [Read more...] about A Letter From Paris: Celebrating ‘Le Quatorze Juillet’ in Spectacular Style

Gardening Tips From ‘The English Lady’ for July: The Month of ‘Hollyhocks and Hammocks, Fireworks and Vacations’

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OLD LYME -- Watering is so important during the heat of summer. If you planted trees or shrubs this spring, particularly evergreens, these plants require extra moisture to establish a strong root system. We have had an abundant amount of rain this spring and into the summer, however it is important to keep an eye on the weather.   Here in New England, plants … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips From ‘The English Lady’ for July: The Month of ‘Hollyhocks and Hammocks, Fireworks and Vacations’

‘Savage Brothers’ Draw Large, Lively Crowd for Festival Kickoff Concert

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OLD LYME -- Hundreds gathered last night on the lawns of the Florence Griswold Museum for the traditional kickoff concert for this year's Midsummer Festival. The Savage Brothers’ band played “funkin’, rockin’, and rhythm” music, which delighted the large crowd ... ... and spurred numerous audience members of all ages to stand up and dance. The weather was … [Read more...] about ‘Savage Brothers’ Draw Large, Lively Crowd for Festival Kickoff Concert

Old Lyme Library Board Issues New Statement Answering Additional Questions Related to Recent Book Challenges

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OLD LYME -- On Wednesday, July 27, the Old Lyme Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library Board of Trustees issued a statement titled, Old Lyme Library’s July 11th Decision … Some Questions Answered. The statement answers a series of questions about the recent book challenge process, which culminated in the decision to retain two specific books in the Teen/Tween section of the library. … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Library Board Issues New Statement Answering Additional Questions Related to Recent Book Challenges