LYME -- The Hamburg Fair continues today and Sunday. This family-friendly event showcases many agricultural fair traditions while highlighting top local music talent and entertainment. The intimate size of the fair makes for easy navigation, parking and crowd control. Visitors will enjoy Milestone Midway Carnival rides and games, Grange Hall coffee and breakfast … [Read more...] about Hamburg Fair Continues Today Through 10:30pm
Monkeypox Cases Rise to 73 in CT, One Case in Nine-Town Ledge Light Health District
Wyoming Remains Only US State Without a Single Case, Highest Number of Cases in NY State LYME/OLD LYME — The number of cases in the state has risen to 73 as of this morning, Aug. 19, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data. On Aug. 16, Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) Director of Health Stephen Mansfield confirmed to LymeLine.com by email, "We are … [Read more...] about Monkeypox Cases Rise to 73 in CT, One Case in Nine-Town Ledge Light Health District
Death Announced of Artist Betty Louise “Betsy” Davies, Formerly of Hadlyme, Studied at Lyme Academy
MARBLEHEAD, MASS. - Artist, fisherman, cartographer, teacher, wife and mother, Betty Louise "Betsy" Davies departed for another adventure Aug. 8, 2022. Betsy was born April 21, 1925, in Palmer, Mass. It was not to be a conventional, predictable, quiet and orderly life. She had many adventures, meeting them with a zest for exploration, invention and a love of people ... ... … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Artist Betty Louise “Betsy” Davies, Formerly of Hadlyme, Studied at Lyme Academy
FRA Announces $65.2 Million Grant for New CT River Bridge Between Old Lyme, Old Saybrook
Second $20M FRA Grant Supports Phase 1 (Two of Seven) of CT DOT’s Plan to Replace Power Substations Along New Haven Line HARTFORD, CT/OLD LYME – On Aug. 18, Gov. Ned Lamont and Connecticut’s Congressional delegation announced that Connecticut has been awarded two grants totaling more than $85.2 million from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) for major infrastructure … [Read more...] about FRA Announces $65.2 Million Grant for New CT River Bridge Between Old Lyme, Old Saybrook
Lyme Art Association Hosts Two New Shows, ‘Point of View’ & ‘True Blue’
One of the signature works in 'Point of View' is 'Good Night' (above) in oil by Elected Artist Christopher Zhang. The show is currently on view at the Lyme Art Association.OLD LYME -- On Friday, Aug. 19, from 5 to 7 p.m., Lyme Art Association (LAA) will host an Opening Reception for two new shows, which opened Aug. 12. All are welcome. The first is Point of View, the 101st … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association Hosts Two New Shows, ‘Point of View’ & ‘True Blue’
Join a Conversation Tonight About Old Lyme’s Hiking Trails, Hosted by OL Land Trust at PGN Library
OLD LYME -- One of Old Lyme’s most treasured assets is the numerous hiking trails in town stewarded by various non-profit groups. The Old Lyme Land Trust (OLLT) manages 1,100 acres of land, which include 800 acres of hiking trails. Come learn about these OLLT trails at an event being held in-person this evening, Wednesday, Aug. 17, at 6:30 p.m. in the Phoebe Griffin Noyes … [Read more...] about Join a Conversation Tonight About Old Lyme’s Hiking Trails, Hosted by OL Land Trust at PGN Library
Old Lyme Historical Society Hosts Local Authors Tonight to Discuss Latest Edition of Their ‘Rum Runners …’ Book
OLD LYME -- On Monday, Aug. 15, at 7 p.m., the Old Lyme Historical Society Inc. (OLHSI) presents a talk and book-signing by local authors and historians Michaelle Pearson and Jim Lampos in the OLHSI building at 55 Lyme St. All are welcome to this free event. The husband and wife team, who live in Old Lyme, will speak about their book, Rum Runners, Governors, Beachcombers … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society Hosts Local Authors Tonight to Discuss Latest Edition of Their ‘Rum Runners …’ Book
Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee Announces Endorsements for November Elections
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee (DTC) has announced its endorsements for the upcoming November election for Democratic candidates for State and Federal offices. The unanimous endorsements were made at the regular monthly meeting of the Old Lyme DTC held Wednesday, Aug. 10. In a press release announcing the endorsements, the Old Lyme DTC states that … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Democratic Town Committee Announces Endorsements for November Elections
Enjoy an Ice Cream Social (+Pie!) at Lyme Public Hall Tonight
LYME -- The traditional Ice Cream Social fundraiser at the Lyme Public Hall is being held Saturday evening, Aug. 13, from 6 to 8 p.m. For $10, you can savor a slice of homemade pie made by talented community bakers, along with a generous scoop of premium ice cream from local favorite Salem Valley Farms. Enjoy these treats, meet some friendly neighbors and tap your toes … [Read more...] about Enjoy an Ice Cream Social (+Pie!) at Lyme Public Hall Tonight
Exhibition of Art by Lyme Academy Students Opens Today at Niantic Gallery With Reception
NIANTIC/OLD LYME -- Niantic Bay Gallery of Fine Art is hosting an exhibit of work by Lyme Academy of Fine Arts students, featuring academic drawings from current students and a painting by instructor Edmond Rochat. An opening reception for the exhibition will be held tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 13, from 5 to 7 p.m. All are welcome and there is no fee for admission. This is a … [Read more...] about Exhibition of Art by Lyme Academy Students Opens Today at Niantic Gallery With Reception
Death Announced of Gerald Paul “Gerry” Karpuska Jr., 35, of Old Lyme; Graduated 2004 From LOL High School
OLD LYME -- Gerald Paul "Gerry" Karpuska Jr., 35, of Old Lyme passed away July 12, 2022, with his loving family by his side. Gerry was born Aug. 16, 1986, to Gerald and Joanne Karpuska in New London. After Gerry graduated from Lyme-Old Lyme High School in 2004, he went on to excel at carpentry being a craftsman, not just a carpenter ... Gerry was a man of many talents, … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Gerald Paul “Gerry” Karpuska Jr., 35, of Old Lyme; Graduated 2004 From LOL High School
Death Announced of Ethel Gordon Chatkin, 93, of Old Lyme, Longtime Musician
OLD LYME - Ethel Gordon Chatkin of Old Lyme, passed away July 22, 2022, at the age of 93. Ethel was born and raised in Minot, N.D., and moved to New England, subsequent to her attending Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa ... Ethel was a musician, beginning in grade school with violin lessons from Arturo Petrucci of Italy, who also taught an eminent Julliard professor Sally … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Ethel Gordon Chatkin, 93, of Old Lyme, Longtime Musician
Give Blood in Old Lyme Today; Donors Urgently Needed to Prevent Seasonal Shortage
Give blood or platelets before Aug. 31 for chance to win year’s supply of gas OLD LYME — Did you know about 62 percent of the U.S. population is eligible to give blood? But, only about 3 percent does. By making an appointment to help save lives with the American Red Cross in August, donors can pump up the blood supply and keep it from falling to shortage levels. Platelet … [Read more...] about Give Blood in Old Lyme Today; Donors Urgently Needed to Prevent Seasonal Shortage
A View from My Porch: 50 Years — A Retrospective
Editor's Note: We send warmest congratulations to our longtime contributor Tom Gotowka and his wife Christina on their Golden Wedding anniversary. Christina and I celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary this past July 22nd, and that’s gold. In preparation for the event, I spent some time reminiscing about those years, and I am sharing some of my thoughts in this “View,” … [Read more...] about A View from My Porch: 50 Years — A Retrospective
Lyme, OL Republicans Choose Klarides as Candidate for US Senate, But Levy Wins Statewide in Tuesday’s Primary
LYME/OLD LYME -- The unofficial results of the Primary elections in Lyme and Old Lyme were as detailed below. A majority of Republican voters in both Lyme and Old Lyme chose Themis Klarides over Leora Levy as their candidate for US Senate to face Democrat Richard Blumenthal in November. Statewide, however, Levy -- who received a late endorsement from former President … [Read more...] about Lyme, OL Republicans Choose Klarides as Candidate for US Senate, But Levy Wins Statewide in Tuesday’s Primary