OLD LYME -- Thomas C. "Tom" Stanton, was born in 1933, and lived in New Britain, until moving to the beautiful seaside community of Hawks Nest Beach, Old Lyme, in 1986, to a home his father built in the 1940s ... Tom served his country in Germany before returning to New Britain, to raise a family ... Tom will be thoroughly missed by his many friends and neighbors in the … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Thomas C. “Tom” Stanton of Old Lyme, Services April 15
Death Announced of Diane Fanelli McCue; Mother of Jen Burke, Longtime Teacher in LOL Schools
NIANTIC -- Diane Fanelli McCue of Niantic passed away at home surrounded by her family on the afternoon of April 7, 2022. Diane was 79 years old. She was born Jan. 18, 1943, in Hartford, the daughter of William and Giovanna (Jean) Milanese Fanelli. Diane graduated from Bulkeley High School in Hartford in 1960, and attended Albertus Magnus College and Connecticut College … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Diane Fanelli McCue; Mother of Jen Burke, Longtime Teacher in LOL Schools
April 12 & 13 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Over Two Days Raise Cumulative Case Total to 1067, One New Case in Lyme Takes Total There to 264
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Tuesday, April 12, and Wednesday, April 13, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show two, new, confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme on each day. These cases raise Old Lyme’s cumulative case total to 1067. On April 12, one new case was reported in Lyme taking that town's cumulative total to 264. No new cases … [Read more...] about April 12 & 13 COVID-19 Update: Four New Cases in Old Lyme Over Two Days Raise Cumulative Case Total to 1067, One New Case in Lyme Takes Total There to 264
Gillette Castle Sign Honoring William Gillette Restored by Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumna Schillawski
EAST HADDAM, Conn. – Several years of planning by supporters of Gillette Castle State Park — in combination with a young woman’s talents — have restored a much-missed piece of park nostalgia. It is a tall wooden post sporting a large sign paying homage to actor William Gillette, who is shown in silhouette in a deerstalker cap, the emblem of his most famous theatrical role — … [Read more...] about Gillette Castle Sign Honoring William Gillette Restored by Lyme-Old Lyme HS Alumna Schillawski
Old Lyme Open Space Commission Requests Trail-Walkers Pay Special Attention While Lords Meadow Construction is Ongoing
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Open Space Commission owns a small parking area and connecting trail at 33-1 Lord’s Meadow that provides hiking access to the Old Lyme Land Trust’s Lay-Allen Preserve. Hikers interested in a longer walk can also access the McCulloch Family Open Space via this trail and the Land Trust Preserve. There is active construction in the neighborhood … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Open Space Commission Requests Trail-Walkers Pay Special Attention While Lords Meadow Construction is Ongoing
Anti-Lamont PAC Launched with $500K Donation From Former RTC Chair Kelsey of Old Lyme Reports Spending $300K, Second Donor Also Gave $500K
OLD LYME -- CT Truth PAC, the independent-expenditure group supporting Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob Stefanowski with television and web ads attacking Gov. Ned Lamont, reported Sunday it has spent about $300,000 of the $1 million provided by two wealthy businessmen. Formed in February with an initial contribution of $500,000 from David Kelsey of Old Lyme, the … [Read more...] about Anti-Lamont PAC Launched with $500K Donation From Former RTC Chair Kelsey of Old Lyme Reports Spending $300K, Second Donor Also Gave $500K
Old Lyme WPCA to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Sewer Ordinance Tonight
OLD LYME -- The Old Lyme Water Pollution Control Authority (WPCA) will hold a Regular Meeting this evening at 7:30 p.m. at Old Lyme Town Hall. A Public Hearing on the proposed Sewer Ordinance will follow the WPCA Regular Meeting. The agenda for the meeting is as follows: Call to Order Approval of the Minutes – March 9th, 2022 Budget Summary … [Read more...] about Old Lyme WPCA to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Sewer Ordinance Tonight
April 11 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Lyme Raises Cumulative Case Total to 263, Old Lyme Holds at 1063
LYME/OLD LYME — The Daily Data Reports issued Monday, April 11, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show one new confirmed COVID-19 case in Lyme, and none in Old Lyme. This number raises Lyme’s cumulative case total to 263 while Old Lyme’s holds at 1063. The state’s COVID-19 Daily Positivity Rate continues to rise. On Monday, April 11, the rate increased … [Read more...] about April 11 COVID-19 Update: One New Case in Lyme Raises Cumulative Case Total to 263, Old Lyme Holds at 1063
Old Lyme Tennis: Girls Win, Boys Lose Against Westbrook
Boys' Tennis: Old Lyme lost 2-5 to Westbrook April 11. In an extremely competitive match, several games went into the third set to achieve a result. Singles: 1. Charles Hinckley vs. Joey Caslin: 6-7, 6-4, 2-6 2. Griffin McGlinchey vs. Elliot Koplas: 1-6, 4-6 3. Will Danes vs. Jonah Freuud: 0-6, 4-6 4. Nikolai Stephens-Zumbaum vs. Josh Davey: 4-6, 6-4, … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Tennis: Girls Win, Boys Lose Against Westbrook
SECWAC Presents Yale Professor Speaking in Old Lyme on “The War in Ukraine’, Tonight
OLD LYME -- On Tuesday, April 12, from 6 to 7 p.m., the Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) hosts Professor Marci Shore from the Department of History at Yale University. She will speak on the highly topical subject of "The War in Ukraine." This will be a hybrid presentation offering both in-person and Zoom options. Since this will be SECWAC's return to … [Read more...] about SECWAC Presents Yale Professor Speaking in Old Lyme on “The War in Ukraine’, Tonight
“Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
IVORYTON -- Last Thursday, April 7, a new musical written by Connecticut writers took the stage in Ivoryton, sparking laughter, cheers and a standing ovation. Star of Freedom, with music and lyrics by Jeff Blaney and book by Lawrence Thelen, opened the Playhouse’s 2022 Season. Based on Blaney’s concept album Exodus, Star of Freedom takes the audience on a journey with Sean … [Read more...] about “Star of Freedom” Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse
Death Announced of Martha Rita (Schaefer) Ames of Old Lyme, ‘Ruler of the Roost’
OLD LYME -- Martha Rita (Schaefer) Ames, 73, born Jan. 6, 1949, passed away April 8, 2022, at home peacefully after a brief illness. Marty, as most called her, worked as the office manager of Speirs Plumbing for 28 years, but the better title would have been "Ruler of the Roost." ... Predeceased by husband Robert (S.P.L.O.M.F.L.) in 2000. She is survived by her daughter … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Martha Rita (Schaefer) Ames of Old Lyme, ‘Ruler of the Roost’
Death Announced of Stephen Franklin “Steve” Bartlett of Old Lyme, Husband of Longtime Teacher in LOL School, Grace; Services Tuesday, Wednesday
OLD LYME -- Stephen Franklin "Steve" Bartlett, of Old Lyme, passed away at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital surrounded by his family early morning Thursday, April 7, 2022. Steve was 72 years old ... He married Grace LaPlume April 15, 1977 (opening day of the Rhode Island fishing season) ... In 1975, Steve bought a house on Rowland Road in Old Lyme, and it was here where he … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Stephen Franklin “Steve” Bartlett of Old Lyme, Husband of Longtime Teacher in LOL School, Grace; Services Tuesday, Wednesday
April 8 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Raise Cumulative Case Total to 1063, Lyme Holds at 262
LYME/OLD LYME -- The Daily Data Reports issued Friday, April 8, by the Connecticut Department of Public Health (CT DPH) show two new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme, and none in Lyme. This number raises Old Lyme's cumulative case total to 1063 while Lyme's holds at 262. The state's COVID-19 Daily Positivity Rate continues to rise steadily. On Friday, April 8, the rate … [Read more...] about April 8 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Raise Cumulative Case Total to 1063, Lyme Holds at 262
Lyme Land Trust Presents Free Talk on Old Growth Forest Network, Tomorrow; All Welcome, Registration Required
LYME -- On Sunday, April 10, at 2 p.m., the Lyme Land Trust hosts a presentation about the Old Growth Forest Network with Professor Joan Maloof at Lyme Public Hall. Professor Maloof, who is Professor Emeritus at Salisbury University, founded the Old Growth Forest Network in order to preserve, protect and promote the country’s few remaining stands of old-growth … [Read more...] about Lyme Land Trust Presents Free Talk on Old Growth Forest Network, Tomorrow; All Welcome, Registration Required