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Plan Plods On for Two Old Lyme Affordable Houses in Partnership with Habitat for Humanity

May 13, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan and Olwen Logan

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

May 12, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

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

May 12, 2025 by Admin

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

Crosby Fund for Haitian Education to Hold Fundraising Annual Dinner in Old Lyme

May 12, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

OLD LYME – The Crosby Fund for Haitian Education will hold its Annual Haitian Dinner on Sunday, May 18, at 5:30 p.m. The dinner will take place at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme (FCCOL), 2 Ferry Rd.  The authentic Haitian dinner will be catered by Mommy’s Delicious Food in Norwich. Becky Crosby will offer a Powerpoint presentation sharing the … [Read more...] about Crosby Fund for Haitian Education to Hold Fundraising Annual Dinner in Old Lyme

Old Lyme Board of Selectmen Approves Changes from Harbor Management to Bolster ‘Law and Order’ at Sound View Beach

May 7, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

Decision Delayed on Which Town Landings Fall Under Harbor Management's Purview OLD LYME–The Board of Selectmen on Wednesday unanimously approved changes to a local ordinance that they hope will make it safer to swim and boat at Sound View Beach as early as June 3.  Meanwhile, they deferred separate changes to the same ordinance that would have laid out which … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Board of Selectmen Approves Changes from Harbor Management to Bolster ‘Law and Order’ at Sound View Beach

Lymes’ Senior Center Hosts ‘Soft Opening’ to Welcome Back Members to Renovated, Expanded Facility

May 7, 2025 by Olwen Logan

OLD LYME—On Monday, May 5, more than 150 people turned out for a celebratory pizza party at the Lyme’s Senior Center in honor of its "soft opening." The Center on Town Woods Rd. has finally emerged from a major renovation and expansion project. Those who attended were able to explore the now much improved facility while also viewing the new design and improvements for … [Read more...] about Lymes’ Senior Center Hosts ‘Soft Opening’ to Welcome Back Members to Renovated, Expanded Facility

Lyme Art Association’s ‘Sea & Sky Soirée’ Brings Together New Faces, Old Friends for a ‘Wonderful’ Fundraising Evening

May 7, 2025 by admin

OLD LYME—More than 100 patrons of the arts converged last Saturday at the Lyme Art Association's signature spring Sea & Sky Soirée fundraiser. Elsbeth Dowd, the association’s Executive Director, said she was delighted by the turnout, telling LymeLine by email, "It was wonderful to see new faces and old friends all coming together to help raise funds for the Lyme Art … [Read more...] about Lyme Art Association’s ‘Sea & Sky Soirée’ Brings Together New Faces, Old Friends for a ‘Wonderful’ Fundraising Evening

Horseneck Creek Dispute Resurfaces After Harbor Management Make Late Changes to Draft Ordinance

May 6, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

Old Lyme Selectmen to Meet at 11am to Continue Discussion, Intent was to Send Ordinance to May 19 Town Meeting for Approval OLD LYME–A jurisdictional dispute over management of the Horseneck Creek Landing has resurfaced in the form of “last-minute” language inserted into a draft Harbor Management Commission Ordinance, according to Selectman Jim Lampos.  Selectmen at … [Read more...] about Horseneck Creek Dispute Resurfaces After Harbor Management Make Late Changes to Draft Ordinance

Death Announced of Susan P. Rankin, Former Associate Pastor at First Congregational Church of Old Lyme

May 4, 2025 by Jasper Craven

A Remembrance of Susan Rankin by Jasper Craven On a perfect summer day in late August of 2022, I met Susan Rankin on the bank of the Passumpsic River, in St. Johnsbury. It was the first I’d seen her since the pandemic and we caught up for hours, seated at a picnic table with pizza from Kingdom Crust. I’d brought my then-new girlfriend, Lauren, on Susan’s insistence, even … [Read more...] about Death Announced of Susan P. Rankin, Former Associate Pastor at First Congregational Church of Old Lyme

Ferry Landing Pier/Boardwalk Closes in Old Lyme, Another Pier Opens in Haddam

May 1, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

New Pier Provides Alternate Fishing Location While Old Lyme Boardwalk Closed During Construction of New Connecticut River Bridge OLD LYME–The state Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) has announced the opening of the pier at Eagle Landing State Park in Haddam as an alternate fishing location for local anglers and outdoor enthusiasts who have been … [Read more...] about Ferry Landing Pier/Boardwalk Closes in Old Lyme, Another Pier Opens in Haddam

Referendum on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Budget to be Held Tuesday, Budget Meeting Monday

May 1, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

'Rainy Day Fund' Will Not be Used to Offset 7.4% Budget Increase LYME/OLD LYME–Registered voters and qualified taxpayers on Tuesday will be asked to weigh in on the proposed $39.7 million budget for the regional school district serving Lyme and Old Lyme.  The District 18 Board of Education earlier this month voted unanimously to hold a District Budget Meeting this … [Read more...] about Referendum on Lyme-Old Lyme Schools’ Budget to be Held Tuesday, Budget Meeting Monday

Septic Truck Catches Fire on Halls Rd. in Old Lyme

April 30, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

OLD LYME–The local fire marshal said a blaze that ignited in the engine compartment of a septic pumper truck was contained to the cab by firefighters in a Halls Road parking lot Wednesday afternoon.  Old Lyme crews were called to the Old Lyme Shopping Center at 1:16 p.m., according to Old Lyme Fire Marshal David Roberge. Lyme and Old Saybrook fire departments also … [Read more...] about Septic Truck Catches Fire on Halls Rd. in Old Lyme

Three New Spring Exhibitions on View at Lyme Art Association Through May 29

April 30, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

OLD LYME – The spring season brings three exhibitions to the Lyme Art Association (LAA) beginning April 18. An Opening Reception will be held Friday, April 25, from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunflower’s Bloom; Ship to Shore: A Marine Show; and Stillness: A Still Life, run through May 29 at the LAA gallery, 90 Lyme Street.  The association in a press release said Sunflower’s Bloom … [Read more...] about Three New Spring Exhibitions on View at Lyme Art Association Through May 29

Old Lyme Town Budget Hearing Uncontentious Despite Proposed 7.8% Increase Over Current Spending

April 29, 2025 by Elizabeth Regan

OLD LYME – Board of Finance Chairman Bennett J. Bernblum on Monday presented the proposed $45.39 million budget along with its potential implications on taxes in this and coming years.  The proposed $45.39 million 2025-26 budget – which includes town operations and capital expenses as well as the town’s share of the regional Lyme-Old Lyme school district – represents an … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Town Budget Hearing Uncontentious Despite Proposed 7.8% Increase Over Current Spending

Gardening Tips for Late Spring from ‘The English Lady’

April 29, 2025 by Maureen Haseley-Jones

Though April showers may come your way, They bring the flowers that bloom in May,So if it's raining have no regrets, Because it isn't raining rain you know, it's raining violets.- Al Jolson April was a month of activity in the garden, and our old nemesis, weeds are beginning to rear their heads, so we need to extract the little devils before they take hold and are … [Read more...] about Gardening Tips for Late Spring from ‘The English Lady’

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