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‘David Ruggles Week’ Continues at Lyme Library, Author Examines How Ruggles’s Saved Lives via the Underground Railroad

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Zoom Presentation Tonight LYME, CT—Lyme Public Library hosts a special 'David Ruggles Week' next week from Monday, June 23, through Saturday, June 28. To register to attend any of the events listed below in person ot to receive the Zoom meeting invitation, email programreg@lymepl.org or call 860- 434- 2272. The schedule of programs is as follows: June 23  … [Read more...] about ‘David Ruggles Week’ Continues at Lyme Library, Author Examines How Ruggles’s Saved Lives via the Underground Railroad

Death Announced of Francis J. “Frank” Magee, 80, of Boston, Mass., and Lyme, Husband of Anne Magee

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LYME—Francis J. "Frank" Magee, 80, of Boston, Mass., and Lyme, passed away June 6, 2025, from complications of Alzheimer's Disease and esophageal cancer. He was the husband of Anne Magee. A memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to either the Lyme Ambulance or Lyme Fire Company, both in Lyme. Fulton-Theroux Funeral … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Francis J. “Frank” Magee, 80, of Boston, Mass., and Lyme, Husband of Anne Magee

TOP STORY: Ashlawn Farm Caps 12 Years as ‘Launching and Landing Pad’ for ‘Tour de Lyme’

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LYME—Roughly 600 riders per year, bringing in about $65,000 annually for the Lyme Land Trust, have started out from Ashlawn Farm on Bill Hill Road for more than a decade as part of the perennially bucolic Tour de Lyme.  Now, the family farm is bringing its popular coffee roasting operations back home as the land trust seeks out a change of scenery for the bike riding … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: Ashlawn Farm Caps 12 Years as ‘Launching and Landing Pad’ for ‘Tour de Lyme’

Lymes’ Senior Center’s ‘Summer Sounds’ Concert Series Kicks Off July 3

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OLD LYME—On Thursday, July 3, the Lymes' Senior Center kicks off its traditional Summer Sounds Concert Series with “Red Light.” Voted “Best Band 2023”, Red Light is a five-piece modern and classic dance party rock band that brings the energy and musicianship to every show they play. They play the best party music spanning five decades in a fun, dynamic, high-energy show. Visit … [Read more...] about Lymes’ Senior Center’s ‘Summer Sounds’ Concert Series Kicks Off July 3

TOP STORY: Lyme’s ‘Long Table Farm’ Turns Community Food Scraps into Rich Compost, Looks to Expand Program to Include Old Lyme

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Compost Benefits Farm, Lyme Residents, Town’s Bottom Line ... and Doesn't Stink! LYME, CT—Long Table Farm owner Baylee Drown last week stood alongside several carefully-tended compost piles adjacent to the vegetable fields as food scraps carried in from all over town cooked down in a natural process that she hopes will bring the community-supported agriculture operation … [Read more...] about TOP STORY: Lyme’s ‘Long Table Farm’ Turns Community Food Scraps into Rich Compost, Looks to Expand Program to Include Old Lyme

2025 ‘Tour de Lyme’ Benefiting Lyme Land Trust Takes Place June 1

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In-Person Registration Open Onsite on June 1 LYME, CT -- The 12th annual Tour de Lyme is happening on Sunday, June 1. For competitive riders, this is a chance to warm up for the cycling season ahead. For others, it provides a wonderful occasion to pedal through Lyme and enjoy the surrounding countryside.  If you are a mountain biker, this is an opportunity to ride … [Read more...] about 2025 ‘Tour de Lyme’ Benefiting Lyme Land Trust Takes Place June 1