ESSEX/LYME/OLD LYME -- On Tuesday, March 15, the Connecticut River Museum will host a presentation via Zoom by Dick Shriver of Old Lyme titled, The Connecticut River … Past, Present, and Future. The event is free and starts at 6 p.m. All are welcome. Register for the presentation at this link. The Connecticut River experienced a long and peaceful past until the industrial … [Read more...] about Shriver of Old Lyme Presents ‘History of the CT River,’ Tonight; All Welcome to This Free, Virtual Event
Entry Now Open to Diana Atwood Johnson Photo Contest Hosted by CT Open Space
OLD LYME --Launched in 2016, the Open Space & Watershed Land Acquisition (OSWA) annual photo contest was re-named in 2017 in honor of the late Diana Atwood Johnson, who stepped down as the Chair of Connecticut's State Natural Heritage, Open Space and Watershed Land Acquisition Review Board, after having served in that position for 19 years. The contest is intended to … [Read more...] about Entry Now Open to Diana Atwood Johnson Photo Contest Hosted by CT Open Space
Death Announced of Thomas Roby, he ‘Absolutely Loved Spending Days at Point of Woods Beach … in Old Lyme’
BRANFORD -- Thomas Roby of Branford died peacefully on Saturday, March 12, 2022 at CT Hospice in Branford after a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of 43 years to Geraldine Moccia Roby of Branford ... Besides his wife, Thomas is survived by his children Jeffrey Roby of Glastonbury, Christian Roby of West Hartford, Andrew Roby of Kamas, Utah, and Ashley Negron … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Thomas Roby, he ‘Absolutely Loved Spending Days at Point of Woods Beach … in Old Lyme’
New CDC COVID Vaccination Guidelines for Moderately to Severely Immunocompromised Mean a 4th Dose for Many
The Centers for Disease Control and prevention (CDC) announced new vaccination guidelines in mid-February, focused specifically on the “moderately to severely immunocompromised” population, updating their recommendations from last summer, when the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the CDC recommended that the immunocompromised receive an additional, or third dose of the … [Read more...] about New CDC COVID Vaccination Guidelines for Moderately to Severely Immunocompromised Mean a 4th Dose for Many
Biega Builds as a Job, But Also as a Valued Volunteer on Numerous Old Lyme Projects
OLD LYME/WESTBROOK -- You may not have heard the name Ken Biega, but metaphorically speaking, his fingerprints are all over numerous buildings in and around Old Lyme. Soft-spoken and with a cheerful disposition, Biega has served as a volunteer on numerous building committees in Old Lyme including the construction of the Hains Park Boathouse at Rogers Lake and the … [Read more...] about Biega Builds as a Job, But Also as a Valued Volunteer on Numerous Old Lyme Projects
March 14 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1045, Lyme Holds at 256 for 10th Day
LYME-OLD LYME —The Daily Data Report issued Monday, March 14, 2022, around 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows two new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme taking the town's cumulative case total to 1045. The cumulative case total in Lyme remains at 256 for the 10th day. The most recent days that no new cases were reported in either Lyme or Old … [Read more...] about March 14 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1045, Lyme Holds at 256 for 10th Day
Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Middle School Announce Q2 Honor Rolls
Lyme-Old Lyme High School Quarter 2 Honor Roll 2021-22 HIGH HONORS Grade 12: Emily Almada, John Almy, Grace Arnold, Hannah Britt, John Caulkins, Ryan Clark, John Conley, Brody Cooke, Lauren Creagan, Elias D'Onofrio, Elise DeBernardo, Elizabeth Duddy, Eleanor Dushin, Aiden Goiangos, Meyer Goldberg, Shawn Grenier, Liam Grethel, Nicolette Hallahan, Austin Halsey, Jackson … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme High School, Middle School Announce Q2 Honor Rolls
Death Announced of Veteran Writer, Traveler John Guy Laplante; Longtime Contributor to LymeLine
It is with great sadness that we share news of the death of our beloved friend and longtime contributor to LymeLine, John Guy Laplante. I first met John when we were both working at the now-shuttered Main Street News in Essex. He wrote an enormously popular column titled Senior Moments and brought an always interesting and often alternative perspective to our lively, Monday … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Veteran Writer, Traveler John Guy Laplante; Longtime Contributor to LymeLine
March 11 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1043, Lyme Holds at 256 for Seventh Day
LYME-OLD LYME —The Daily Data Report issued Friday, March 11, 2022, around 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows two new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Old Lyme taking the town's cumulative case total to 1043. The cumulative case total in Lyme remains at 256 for the seventh day. The most recent days that no new cases were reported in either Lyme or … [Read more...] about March 11 COVID-19 Update: Two New Cases in Old Lyme Take Cumulative Case Total to 1043, Lyme Holds at 256 for Seventh Day
State Rep. Carney Joins CT Senate, House Republicans Call to Suspend State Gas Tax
LYME/OLD LYME/HARTFORD – COMMENTING ON THIS ARTICLE IS NOW CLOSED On Thursday, March 10, State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd), whose district includes both Lyme and Old Lyme, stood with Connecticut Senate and House Republicans to call on state lawmakers to temporarily suspend the state gross receipts tax on gasoline. The group urged Connecticut's federal Congressional … [Read more...] about State Rep. Carney Joins CT Senate, House Republicans Call to Suspend State Gas Tax
March 10 COVID-19 Update: Only 12 Towns Remain in Red Case Rate Zone, Old Lyme Goes Orange After 15 Red Weeks; One New Case in OL Takes Cumulative Case Total to 1041, Lyme Holds at 256 for Sixth Day
LYME-OLD LYME —In extremely encouraging news, the March 10 COVID Case Rate map above shows that the total number of towns in the Red (highest) Zone for case rates has fallen by 11 since last week to 12. This reflects a dramatic fall in the number of towns in the Red Zone since late January. On Jan. 27, the total was 168 out of 169 towns and by Feb. 17, the total was 153. By … [Read more...] about March 10 COVID-19 Update: Only 12 Towns Remain in Red Case Rate Zone, Old Lyme Goes Orange After 15 Red Weeks; One New Case in OL Takes Cumulative Case Total to 1041, Lyme Holds at 256 for Sixth Day
Old Lyme Harbor Commission Accepting Online Applications for 2022 Moorings in Town Waters
OLD LYME — The Old Lyme Harbor Commission is now accepting applications for 2022 moorings in Town waters. This year marks a transition to a web-based system, replacing the legacy paper forms. In addition to streamlining the operation, process improvements include the option to pay electronically. The cost is $40 for the annual permit, and Proof of Tackle Compliance provided … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Harbor Commission Accepting Online Applications for 2022 Moorings in Town Waters
Ledge Light Offers Free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic in New London Today
Ledge Light Health District (LLHD) will host a COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Thursday, March 10, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its New London office. Both Lyme and Old Lyme are member towns of the LLHD. The Moderna vaccine and a very limited supply of the Johnson and Johnson vaccine will be available for anyone 18 years or older who needs a 1st or 2nd dose or is eligible for a booster … [Read more...] about Ledge Light Offers Free COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic in New London Today
A la Carte: Twice the Usual Feast Today:- First Maple Gooey Butter Cake, Then Whole Coconut Curry Chicken
Column #1 All winter, friends have been wailing about winter. When will it be over? Will summer ever come? Others complain about the cold. Some have slipped on ice. For me, winter on the Connecticut shoreline isn’t bad. I grew up in Troy, N.Y. Went to college in Ithaca and Rochester, and lived and worked in Worcester, Mass. Even the isolation during the pandemic … [Read more...] about A la Carte: Twice the Usual Feast Today:- First Maple Gooey Butter Cake, Then Whole Coconut Curry Chicken
March 9 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme Hold Cumulative Case Totals at 256,1040
LYME-OLD LYME — The Daily Data Report issued Wednesday, March 9, 2022, around 4 p.m. by the Connecticut Department of Health (CT DPH) shows no new confirmed COVID-19 cases in Lyme or Old Lyme The cumulative case total reported for Old Lyme on March 9 has actually fallen by one from the March 8 number to 1040, but this generally is corrected in a day or two. The cumulative … [Read more...] about March 9 COVID-19 Update: No New Cases in Lyme, Old Lyme Hold Cumulative Case Totals at 256,1040