NEW LONDON—Mark Anton, 67, of New London, entered eternal life Feb. 22, 2025. He was born Aug. 18, 1957, in New London, son of the late Daniel Sr. and Dolores (Nieto) Anton. He is survived by his children: Marcus Anton, Giana Anton Caldwell and her husband Zach, Angela Anton-McGugan and her husband Sean, Mariah Anton, Mark and Chris Anton of California; and four siblings: … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Mark Anton, 67, of New London; Brother of Daniel Anton, Jr. of Old Lyme, Laura, Andrew & Gina
Death Announced of Margaret “Marge” Mae Broderick, 76; Sister of Teresa Broderick McTigue of Old Lyme, Patricia & Eugene
NIANTIC—On Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025, Margaret "Marge" Mae Broderick, 76, of Niantic, passed away peaceably at the William W. Backus Hospital in Norwich, surrounded by family and friends. Born Aug. 4, 1948, in Hartford, to the late Eugene Francis and Doreen Louise Broderick (Owens), she was the fifth in the line of nine siblings. She is survived by sisters, Teresa Broderick … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Margaret “Marge” Mae Broderick, 76; Sister of Teresa Broderick McTigue of Old Lyme, Patricia & Eugene
Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Thanks Community for Support After Founder Jim Ward’s Death, Expresses Appreciation for Numerous Donations in His Memory
"The garden goes on and Jim’s legacy of growing and providing healthy food for our community and neighbors will thrive" (LOLFSG Board) LYME/OLD LYME—The Lyme Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) Board has asked us to publish this statement to the community on its behalf: "The Lyme Old Lyme Food Share Garden (LOLFSG) board members would like to acknowledge and thank … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme Food Share Garden Thanks Community for Support After Founder Jim Ward’s Death, Expresses Appreciation for Numerous Donations in His Memory
Old Lyme is Runner-Up in ‘USA Today’s’ National “Best Small Towns Art Scene” Poll
"Thrilled [to be] Considered ... a top pick" (Cheryl Poirier, Old Lyme EDC Chair) OLD LYME—Yesterday, USA Today announced the results of its 2025 Readers’ Choice Award for Best Small Town Arts Scene. Old Lyme came in second behind Vermillion, S.D. The full list of winners in descending order is as follows: The article in USA Today revealing the … [Read more...] about Old Lyme is Runner-Up in ‘USA Today’s’ National “Best Small Towns Art Scene” Poll
Old Lyme Basketball Boys are Shoreline Champions!
MADISON, CT—On Tuesday evening, Feb. 25, the Lyme-Old Lyme boys' basketball team won the Shoreline Championship defeating East Hampton 59-55. Sophomore Eddie Fiske scored a game-high 24 points for the Wildcats while junior Colman Curtiss-Reardon added 17—Oliver Wyman notched 11 points for Old Lyme. Brady Lynch was top scorer for the Bellringers with 17 points with … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Basketball Boys are Shoreline Champions!
Breaking News: Thursday’s Zoning Meeting Postponed at First Selectwoman, Applicant’s Request
OLD LYME— UPDATED 6:10 p.m. with details of letter sent requesting postponement of meeting. The Old Lyme (OL) Zoning Commission meeting scheduled for Thursday has been postponed at the applicant's request. Today, Old Lyme First Selectwoman Martha Shoemaker sent a letter to Paul Orzel, Chairman of the OL Zoning Commission, saying, "The Halls Road Improvement Committee and … [Read more...] about Breaking News: Thursday’s Zoning Meeting Postponed at First Selectwoman, Applicant’s Request
Old Lyme Zoning Commission Meets Thursday to Continue Discussion of Halls Road Overlay District
Summary Given of All Related Communications Received by LymeLine OLD LYME—On Thursday, Feb. 27, the Old Lyme Zoning Commission will hold Public Hearings and a Special Meeting starting at 6:30 p.m. in the Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Auditorium. Zoning Commission Chairman Paul Orzel notes that the Middle School has a hard “close” time of 9 p.m., which the Commission intends … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Zoning Commission Meets Thursday to Continue Discussion of Halls Road Overlay District
Lyme Ambulance Association Welcomes Two New EMRs, Conniff and Liggett
LYME—Lyme Ambulance Association (LAA) has welcomed two new Emergency Medical Responders (EMR). The two new EMR's are Richard (Dick) Conniff and Geoff Liggett. A press release issued by the LAA states, "We’re thrilled to introduce two outstanding additions to our team of dedicated volunteers. These individuals embody the spirit of community service that makes Lyme so … [Read more...] about Lyme Ambulance Association Welcomes Two New EMRs, Conniff and Liggett
Letter to the Editor: Disagreements Voiced with HROD—Pause Plan Now, Discuss it Further, Make New Proposal Supported by Majority
To the Editor: I am writing to voice my disagreement with the [Halls Road Overlay District] proposal as currently written. There has been a lot of discussion regarding the proposed density of housing. It's not 600 and I seriously doubt it's 250 as the HRIC [Halls Road Improvement Committee] claims (with no basis, mind you). It all revolves around the "40 units per … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Disagreements Voiced with HROD—Pause Plan Now, Discuss it Further, Make New Proposal Supported by Majority
Lyme-Old Lyme High, Middle Schools Announce Quarter 2 Honor Rolls
Lyme-Old Lyme High School2024-25 Quarter 2 Honor Roll HIGH HONORS Grade 12: Micah Bass, Molly Boardman, Nathaniel Bradley, Mark Burnham, Chase Calderon, Andrew Clougherty, Tabitha Colwell, Gloria Conley, Chloe Datum, Caeli Edmed, Abigail Edwards, Anna Eichholz, Grace Ferman, Benedict Frazier, Manu Geronimo, Christopher Gibbons, Janna Graves, Nicolas Hatch, Kaela Hoss, … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High, Middle Schools Announce Quarter 2 Honor Rolls
SECWAC Presents Acclaimed Journalist Edward Wong, Speaking on His Family’s Reckoning with China, Wednesday; Free Event at RJ Julia’s in Madison
MADISON, CT— On Wednesday, Feb. 26, at 6 p.m., the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) hosts award-winning journalist and author Edward Wong at RJ Julia Booksellers in Madison, Conn. Wong's talk is titled, 'At the Edge of Empire: A Family’s Reckoning with China,' and is an epic story of modern China that weaves a family memoir with vital reporting by a … [Read more...] about SECWAC Presents Acclaimed Journalist Edward Wong, Speaking on His Family’s Reckoning with China, Wednesday; Free Event at RJ Julia’s in Madison
Old Lyme Wildcats Advance to Shoreline Final with Big Win Over Cromwell, Championship Game Tuesday in Madison
OLD LYME — On Saturday afternoon, Brady Sheffield's Old Lyme boys defeated the Cromwell Panthers 48-39 in a thrilling Shoreline Conference semifinal. The top-seeded Wildcats now advance to the Shoreline Championship game where they will face third-seeded East Hampton, who defeated #2 seeds Coginchaug in Saturday's other semifinal. The championship final will be played … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Wildcats Advance to Shoreline Final with Big Win Over Cromwell, Championship Game Tuesday in Madison
Death Announced of Martin R. “Marty” Peck of East Hartford, Graduate of Old Lyme HS Class of 1949
Martin R. “Marty” Peck, 93, of East Hartford, loving husband of over 67 years of the late Teresa A. “Terry” (Cianci) Peck, peacefully journeyed home on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at Hartford Hospital. Born in Old Saybrook on March 27, 1931, a son of the late Phillip and Ella (Martin) Peck Terente ... He was a graduate of Old Lyme High School, class of 1949 and a proud veteran … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Martin R. “Marty” Peck of East Hartford, Graduate of Old Lyme HS Class of 1949
Letter to the Editor: An Open Letter to the People of Old Lyme—Take Action to Support the Halls Road Overlay District
An Open Letter to the People of Old Lyme: Dear Neighbor, Guided change will allow Halls Road to better serve Old Lyme in the 21st century. The proposed Halls Road Overlay District allows the private investment needed to create a new, mixed-use town center there, scaled to the needs of Old Lyme: For the full details on the Halls Road Overlay … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: An Open Letter to the People of Old Lyme—Take Action to Support the Halls Road Overlay District
Legal News You Can Use: Climate Change Impacts on Workplace Injuries, Compensation
Climate change affects many aspects of life, including job safety. Knowing how climate change impacts work injuries and workers’ comp claims is crucial for employers and employees. How climate change affects work injuries Climate change can increase severe weather occurrences, raising the risk of work injuries. These changes include: These factors can … [Read more...] about Legal News You Can Use: Climate Change Impacts on Workplace Injuries, Compensation