OLD LYME—5/27: UPDATED with additional photos. Some marched, some danced and some rode as the Memorial Day Parade wound its way down Lyme Street Monday morning. The community trek took marchers and parade-goers alike to Old Lyme's Duck River Cemetery for a solemn ceremony in remembrance of the nation's fallen service members. A plaintive rifle salute and two trumpets … [Read more...] about Memorial Day in Old Lyme is, in Turn, Both Solemn and Hopeful
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Witness Stones Old Lyme to Install 12 More Historical Plaques Marking Sites of Enslavement, Ceremony to be Held at OL Library Friday
OLD LYME–Twelve small brass plaques commemorating the lives of enslaved African Americans will be installed later this month, bringing the total number of markers known as Witness Stones to 60. The organization in a press release said this is final year of the five-year project. The latest plaques, to be installed at the Sill Lane Green and the Florence Griswold … [Read more...] about Witness Stones Old Lyme to Install 12 More Historical Plaques Marking Sites of Enslavement, Ceremony to be Held at OL Library Friday
Longtime ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ Organizers Give Glimpse of Extensive Preparations for Old Lyme’s Beloved Memorial Day Parade
OLD LYME–Old Lyme's Memorial Day Parade is brought to you by two behind-the-scenes guys named Tony. The annual tradition, marked by the rumble of a military C-130 airplane overhead and hundreds of marchers pounding the Lyme Street pavement, has been mustered for years by Old Lyme Fire Department members Tony Hendriks and Tony Vallombroso. On this coming … [Read more...] about Longtime ‘Behind-the-Scenes’ Organizers Give Glimpse of Extensive Preparations for Old Lyme’s Beloved Memorial Day Parade
‘Luxury on the Move’ Brings Supercars to Old Lyme, Event Hosted by Nautilus Architects, All-Pro Automotive Open to All, Sunday
OLD LYME–Luxury and customized automobiles will converge at the 9 Halls Rd. shopping plaza in Old Lyme (where both Nautilus Architects and The Hangry Goose are located) on Sunday, June 1, from 2 to 5 p.m. The inaugural Luxury on the Move event from Nautilus Architects and All-Pro Automotive is intended to showcase the similarities between luxury homes and luxury cars, … [Read more...] about ‘Luxury on the Move’ Brings Supercars to Old Lyme, Event Hosted by Nautilus Architects, All-Pro Automotive Open to All, Sunday
High Hopes Hosts its Fundraising ‘Summer Soirée’ in Old Lyme, June 7
OLD LYME — High Hopes Therapeutic Riding will celebrate its next 50 years with its annual gala on June 7. The equine-assisted therapy program is seeking sponsors for the Summer Soirée, which will give community leaders and changemakers the opportunity to mingle, dine and dance to the sounds of the New England-based party band Sugar. One of Eastern Connecticut’s … [Read more...] about High Hopes Hosts its Fundraising ‘Summer Soirée’ in Old Lyme, June 7
Old Lyme Historical Society Hosts 20th Annual Meeting & OL History Trivia Night, June 9
OLD LYME —On Monday, June 9, the Old Lyme Historical Society hosts its 20th Annual Meeting & Old Lyme History Trivia Night in its building at 55 Lyme St., Old Lyme. The schedule for the evening is:5:30 p.m. - Deep River Junior Ancients6 p.m. - Meeting and Scholarship Awards6:30 p.m. - Refreshments7 p.m. - Trivia Contest and prizes All are welcome. All are … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Historical Society Hosts 20th Annual Meeting & OL History Trivia Night, June 9
Lyme-Old Lyme HS Seniors Celebrate Upcoming Graduation with Car Parade, June 11
OLD LYME — Continuing the highly successful tradition started in 2020 when a full graduation ceremony could not be held at Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS) due to COVID-19 restrictions, a car parade will be held Wednesday, June 11, through Old Lyme to celebrate the graduating LOLHS Class of 2025. The graduation ceremony itself will be held the following day, Thursday, June … [Read more...] about Lyme-Old Lyme HS Seniors Celebrate Upcoming Graduation with Car Parade, June 11
Old Lyme Land Trust Hosts Bench Building Workshop, June 14; Free, Open to All Ages
OLD LYME — On Saturday, June 14, the Old Lyme Land Trust will host a 'Bench Building Workshop' from 1 to 3 p.m.This free, fun event is open to all ages and its objective is to build four benches to be sited on OLLT open space properties for public use. Materials are precut and ready to assemble. Bring power drill and driver sets. Light refreshments will be … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Land Trust Hosts Bench Building Workshop, June 14; Free, Open to All Ages
Death Announced of Marie Assunta (Salvatore) LoRusso, Mother of Elaine Campbell of Old Lyme
Marie Assunta (Salvatore) LoRusso, age 99, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at Apple Rehabilitation Center in Watertown. She was the wife of the late Nicholas LoRusso ... A lifelong resident of Waterbury, Marie was born on August 15, 1925, to the late Samuel and Nicoletta (Grasso) Salvatore ... She was deeply devoted to her family and was a caretaker of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Marie Assunta (Salvatore) LoRusso, Mother of Elaine Campbell of Old Lyme
Old Lyme Annual Budget Meeting to Include Votes on Spending Plan, Local Laws
OLD LYME–The $45.39 million 2025-26 proposed budget and several proposed changes to the local law books – ranging from an ordinance on golf cart usage in the Sound View and Hawk’s Nest beach areas to a $1,000 increase in the tax abatement available to volunteer first responders – will be up for a vote at the Annual Town Budget Meeting tonight. The headliner at the May town … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Annual Budget Meeting to Include Votes on Spending Plan, Local Laws
Death Announced of Barbara Ann Ciccaglione, 86, Mother of Donna Maselli of Old Lyme
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Barbara (Dungan) Ciccaglione, on May 13, 2025, at the age of 86. Barbara was born in Hartford, August 6, 1938, daughter to the late Margery (Graves) and Francis Dungan ... Barbara leaves behind her four children; daughter Donna and son-in-law Dominic Maselli, of Old Lyme, sons, Raymond Ciccaglione, of … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Barbara Ann Ciccaglione, 86, Mother of Donna Maselli of Old Lyme
Death Announced of Frank O. Nappi, 86, Former Principal in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Frank O. Nappi, of Bluffton, SC. Frank was born on June 12, 1938 in Derby, CT, he passed away on May 13, 2025, at the age of 86. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Cynthia; his children: Jennifer (Jay), Frank (Jamie), Allison (Mark), and Linda (Beau); grandchildren ... ; sisters-in-law; nieces and nephews: ... and … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Frank O. Nappi, 86, Former Principal in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools
Plan Plods On for Two Old Lyme Affordable Houses in Partnership with Habitat for Humanity
Hikers Explore Area Earmarked for Construction, Hike Precedes 'Happy Hour' at Old Lyme Inn OLD LYME–On May 7, a group of local residents gathered for the first hike of the season organized by the Old Lyme Open Space Commission and Old Lyme Land Trust. For many of the walkers, the hike through the McCulloch Family Open Space was their first time visiting the property off Flat … [Read more...] about Plan Plods On for Two Old Lyme Affordable Houses in Partnership with Habitat for Humanity
New Owner of Old Lyme’s ‘Hideaway’ Believes Pizza is Recipe for His Family’s Success
OLD LYME–José Plasencia, the new owner of The Hideaway Restaurant Wood-Fired Pizza, lives by two codes: family and pizza. The 33-year-old restaurateur forged his focus in Ecuador, where he grew up watching his grandfather, father and mother toss pizza dough into circles. It’s a tradition he and his wife, Diana, continue for their 7-year-old daughter, … [Read more...] about New Owner of Old Lyme’s ‘Hideaway’ Believes Pizza is Recipe for His Family’s Success
‘Bookworm Bash’ Starts a New Chapter at Old Lyme Library
OLD LYME—Calling all book lovers, partygoers, and library supporters — the former Bookworm Ball is back under a new name as The Bookworm Bash ... and it's going to be the celebration of the season! On Saturday, May 17, from 7 to 11 p.m., the Old Lyme-Phoebe Griffin Noyes Library will be transformed into a lively celebration of stories, style, and community. Enjoy delicious … [Read more...] about ‘Bookworm Bash’ Starts a New Chapter at Old Lyme Library