NIANTIC -- Richard Allen Shook of Niantic, Connecticut died with his family at his side at Yale New Haven Hospital on October 10, 2023 after a long illness. Richard (Dick) was delivered by his physician father on March 11,1949 in Riverdale, North Dakota ... In 1980, Dick moved to Ames, Iowa and enrolled at the Iowa State University of Veterinary Medicine, where he met … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Richard Allen Shook of Niantic; Veterinarian, Trumpeter, Active Member of First Congregational of Old Lyme for Almost 30 Years; Service in OL, Oct. 22
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Republican Candidates Must Declare Opinions on National Party Before Writer Can Consider Voting for Them
To the Editor: Silence is one of the first ways a democracy can be destroyed. Rather than asking questions and demanding answers, people just clam-up. I wrote a comment in response to a Letter to the Editor of LymeLine last week. Numerous people have thanked me for it, complimented me on the subject matter but none have wanted to (or dared to) put their names on public … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Republican Candidates Must Declare Opinions on National Party Before Writer Can Consider Voting for Them
‘Old Lyme Hardware’ Owner Talerico Named a ‘2023 Young Retailer of the Year’, One of Only 11 in North America to Receive Honor
OLD LYME/INDIANAPOLIS — Jessica Talerico, owner of Old Lyme Hardware in Old Lyme, Conn., was recently named one of the independent home improvement industry’s 2023 Young Retailer of the Year honorees by the North American Hardware and Paint Association (NHPA). The Young Retailer of the Year program, now in its 27th year, identifies and promotes the next generation of … [Read more...] about ‘Old Lyme Hardware’ Owner Talerico Named a ‘2023 Young Retailer of the Year’, One of Only 11 in North America to Receive Honor
Letter to the Editor: Some Books in Old Lyme Library Children’s Section are ‘Pornographic,’ BOE Members who Supported Their Retention Should Resign
** COMMENTING ON THIS LETTER IS NOW CLOSED ** To the Editor: I am highly disturbed by the actions of some of the candidates on the Democratic slate and others in Lyme and Old Lyme who put their name on a petition supporting pornographic content in our towns’ libraries. With minimal effort, anyone could find out that the books in question promote immoral, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Some Books in Old Lyme Library Children’s Section are ‘Pornographic,’ BOE Members who Supported Their Retention Should Resign
Lyme’s Municipal Election Draws Attention This Year for Surprising Reason
LYME -- With the upcoming Lyme town elections, residents are tuned in for an unusual reason: lack of contest. This year’s town elections for the Board of Selectpeople will be unopposed, with First Selectperson David Lahm running uncontested for the position. This is not the first time in Lyme’s recent history that this has been the case. According to Steve Mattson, … [Read more...] about Lyme’s Municipal Election Draws Attention This Year for Surprising Reason
Letter to the Editor: Resident Has Right to Call for BOE Members, Who Signed Petition Against ‘Book-Banning’, to Resign; But Forgets They Were Elected, That Others Also Have ‘Parental Rights’
** COMMENTING IS NOW CLOSED ON THIS LETTER ** To the Editor: At a Region 18 Board of Education meeting on October 4, an Old Lyme resident presented a public comment, asking all Democratic BOE members to step down (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4zSCLbbfvcM) - [it is about 10 mins in]. His reasoning is that those members support internet pornography for children. This is … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Resident Has Right to Call for BOE Members, Who Signed Petition Against ‘Book-Banning’, to Resign; But Forgets They Were Elected, That Others Also Have ‘Parental Rights’
A View from My Porch: Children’s Literature for the intrepid — Let Freedom Read!
The American Library Association (ALA) has proclaimed “Let Freedom Read!” as the theme for this this year’s “Banned Books Week,” which just ended this past Friday (Oct. 7.) This “View” is written to acknowledge the rationale for such a week, and reflect on why it is especially pertinent in 2023 Old Lyme. Stepping back, I said at the end of “Surfing with Gen. Alpha,” which I … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: Children’s Literature for the intrepid — Let Freedom Read!
Gardening Tips for Late September/Early October from ‘The English Lady’
Rain through August and September has been quite plentiful, that said, our gardens need rain as do our reservoirs. In the meantime, if you are planning to plant evergreens; late September going into October is the best time to plant evergreens in our zone. Evergreens planted now can begin to establish strong roots before winter and providing them with … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips for Late September/Early October from ‘The English Lady’
Towns of Lyme, Old Lyme Both Receive $500K STEAP Grants for Lymes’ Senior Center’s Expansion, Renovation
HARTFORD, CT / LYME / OLD LYME -- UPDATED 11:10am with State Rep. Carney’s comments: On Sept. 29, Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced the latest round of Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP) grants, which included separate $500,000 grants to the Towns of Lyme and Old Lyme respectively towards the expansion and renovation of the Lymes' Senior Center. The Center is a … [Read more...] about Towns of Lyme, Old Lyme Both Receive $500K STEAP Grants for Lymes’ Senior Center’s Expansion, Renovation
Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker is ‘Properly Prepared’ for First Selectman’s Role, Her Opponent is Not
To the Editor: As a former Selectwoman for Old Lyme from 2003 to 2019, eight of those years as First Selectwoman, I know only too well what the job requires and what qualities are needed to perform it well. This year, the people of Old Lyme will choose between two candidates running for First Selectman, only one of whom is properly prepared. Martha Shoemaker, while … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Shoemaker is ‘Properly Prepared’ for First Selectman’s Role, Her Opponent is Not
Letter to the Editor: Fogliano, Candidate for Region 18 BOE, Explains Why She is Running Again, Why Her Prior Experience on BOE is Important Now
To the Editor: My name is Susan Fogliano, and I am a candidate for the Regional School District #18 Board of Education in the November 7 municipal election. As a resident of Old Lyme for nearly 32 years, I was proud to serve as a member of our Board of Education for 16 years between 1995 and 2011, and as Chair of the Board during my tenure. As Board Chairperson, I oversaw … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Fogliano, Candidate for Region 18 BOE, Explains Why She is Running Again, Why Her Prior Experience on BOE is Important Now
Death Announced of Ralph F. Eno Jr., Former First Selectman of Lyme
LYME, CT / WINTHROP, ME -- UPDATED 10/4 WITH TRIBUTE FROM TOWN OF LYME: The death has been announced of Ralph F. Eno Jr. He was born on July 25th, 1944 and passed away Sept. 29, 2023 at the age of 79. He retired as First Selectman of Lyme in July 2017 after leading the town for two decades from 1991 through 2017, separated by a five-year period between 2001 and 2006 The … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ralph F. Eno Jr., Former First Selectman of Lyme
Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme to Close Permanently at End of Year
OLD LYME -- An announcement is being made today that this will be the final year of operation for Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme. According to the statement being issued this afternoon, the founder and owner of the studio and grounds, Gilbert Boro, has decided that, "After more than 30 rewarding years of participating in the arts ... it is time to retire from … [Read more...] about Studio 80 + Sculpture Grounds in Old Lyme to Close Permanently at End of Year
Letter to the Editor: Vote for Republican Incumbents on Old Lyme Board of Finance to Maintain Sound Fiscal Stewardship
To the Editor: I am writing this letter to inform the voters of Old Lyme just how capable our Board of Finance Members are. I have been a member of the Board of Finance for almost 20 years and it’s Chair for 16 of those years. I do so to ask you to vote for the Republican incumbents running for our Board of Finance this year. Here is the why in this ask: This … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Vote for Republican Incumbents on Old Lyme Board of Finance to Maintain Sound Fiscal Stewardship
Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Planning Commission Candidate Makes Case for Merging Planning, Zoning Commissions
To the Editor: I have lived in Old Lyme for 19 years and am deeply committed to its welfare, including its economic vitality. To that end I have served on the town's Economic Development Commission and continue to serve on the Board of Selectmen's Halls Road Improvements Committee. I am now running for election to the Old Lyme Planning Commission. Decisions made by the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Old Lyme Planning Commission Candidate Makes Case for Merging Planning, Zoning Commissions