Local News for Old Lyme, Connecticut

Reading Uncertainly: ‘Life Undercover’ by Amaryllis Fox

A lyrical memoir of an unusual woman’s life, in Washington, London, Moscow, London and finally Washington again, minus her father. Then on to the CIA, described in amazing detail, and her life afterwards as an agent around the world. Fox’s language is engaging, plus her almost-total recall of conversations. A compelling read, but it raises READ MORE.

Talking Transportation: Memoirs of Metro-North Conductor

Did you ever wonder what it would be like to work for the railroad? That’s what Paul Holland did for 39 years, first with Amtrak, later with Conrail and finally as a conductor on Metro-North. His self-published “My Life As A Rear End” pays tribute to his time in cabooses, but it’s his commuter rail READ MORE.

Old Lyme announces first coronavirus case

First Selectman Timothy Griswold announced Sunday that the town has its first confirmed case of a resident who has tested positive for COVID-19. Read the rest of the article on theday.com READ MORE.

Old Lyme Announces First Confirmed Case of COVID-19

OLD LYME — Old Lyme First Selectman Timothy Griswold announced in a statement published at 11 a.m. this morning that, “Old Lyme now has our first confirmed case of a resident who has tested positive for COVID-19,” adding, “We will keep this individual and their family in our thoughts and wish them a full recovery.” READ MORE.

Determined to Continue Their Work Despite the Virus, Lyme, Old Lyme Churches Go Online This Morning to Offer Services

LYME/OLD LYME — In light of the coronavirus outbreak and in order to comply with the Governor’s Executive Order requiring no public gatherings of more than five people, the churches in Lyme and Old Lyme are again planning online services for this morning as follows: Christ The King Church: The 10:30 a.m. mass on Sundays READ MORE.

Old Lyme EOC: First Confirmed Case of …

First Confirmed Case of COVID-19 in Old Lyme: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Lyme, Old Lyme Churches Go Online to Offer Services to Their Congregations

LYME/OLD LYME — In light of the coronavirus outbreak, the churches in Lyme and Old Lyme are again planning online services for today in order to comply with the Governor’s Executive Order requiring no public gatherings of more than five people. Christ The King Church: The 10:30 a.m. mass on Sundays is being live-streamed — READ MORE.

Griswold Asks People Coming to Old Lyme From ‘Possibly COVID-19 Infected Areas’ to Self-Quarantine for 14 Days

OLD LYME — In his March 27 COVID-19 update to all residents, Old Lyme First Selectman Tim Griswold says, “Over the past week we have received questions about summer residents returning early and out of town visitors who possibly have come from COVID-19 infected areas.” He continues, “In response, we issued a statement on our READ MORE.

Updated Closures, Cancellations & Postponements in Lyme, Old Lyme, & (Some) Beyond: Includes Presidential Primary Changes

LYME & OLD LYME: Today, we have updated our summary of closures and cancellations in our local area related to the COVID-19 pandemic. There are several important new ones, which we have added in red. Please email us at editor@lymeline.com with any additions or corrections. Many thanks to all who have been updating us regularly READ MORE.

Lyme-Old Lyme schools recognize local students academic achievements

Lyme-Old Lyme High School and Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School recently recognized local students for academic achievements made in the second quarter of the 2019-20 school year.Lyme-Old Lyme High School students achieving high honors are William Bartlett, Emma Bass, Audrey Berry, Madison Cann, Faith Caulkins, Rory Cavicke, Emilia Cheesman, Elizabeth Cravinho, Arianna DelMastro, Maria Denya, Raymond READ MORE.

Lyme Public Library: Library Services Update for …

Library Services Update for Saturday, March 28, 2020 Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Red Cross to Hold Blood Drive Thursday in Old Lyme, Will Help Relieve Severe Blood Shortage Due to Coronavirus

OLD LYME – An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held Thursday, April 2, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Old Lyme Memorial Town Hall. The American Red Cross faces a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations in response to the coronavirus outbreak. Healthy individuals are needed now READ MORE.

Lyme Public Library: Library Services Update for …

Library Services Update for 3/27/2020 Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

Old Lyme Board of Finance Denies Lyme Academy’s $15K Budget Request, Seeks More Info

OLD LYME — At its regular meeting this past Tuesday (March 24), Old Lyme’s Board of Finance considered a budget request for $15,000 from the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts. The meeting was held in the town hall but most board members called into the meeting, along with member of the press and public, to READ MORE.

Old Lyme Board of Finance Denies Lyme Academy’s $15K Budget Request, Requests More Info

OLD LYME — At its regular meeting this past Tuesday (March 24), Old Lyme’s Board of Finance considered a budget request for $15,000 from the Lyme Academy of Fine Arts. The meeting was held in the town hall but most board members called into the meeting, along with member of the press and public, to READ MORE.

Lyme Public Library: Library Services Update for …

Library Services Update for Thursday, March 26, 2020 Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.

American Red Cross Faces Severe Blood Shortage Due to Coronavirus, Holds Blood Drive TODAY in Old Saybrook

Nearly 2,700 Red Cross blood drives have been canceled across the country due to coronavirus concerns, resulting in some 86,000 fewer blood donations. OLD SAYBROOK – An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held TODAY, Thursday, March 26, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Old Saybrook Shopping Center in the ‘So Chic’ READ MORE.

American Red Cross Faces Severe Blood Shortage Due to Coronavirus, Holds Blood Drive Tomorrow in Old Saybrook

Nearly 2,700 Red Cross blood drives have been canceled across the country due to coronavirus concerns, resulting in some 86,000 fewer blood donations. OLD SAYBROOK – An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held on Thursday, March 26, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Old Saybrook Shopping Center in the ‘So Chic’ READ MORE.

A View from My Porch: Keep Calm and Carry On

The title of this essay is derived from a poster designed by the British government in the late 1930s to maintain morale when war against Germany became imminent. This essay roughly considers “a day in the life” of Southeastern Connecticut residents as the COVID-19 pandemic impacts each of us and our collective ability to “carry READ MORE.

Lyme, Old Lyme Leaders, Emergency Services Urge Residents, Visitors to ‘Stay Safe, Stay Home’

LYME/OLD LYME — The boards of selectmen of both Lyme and Old Lyme and their respective Emergency Management Services are urging ALL RESIDENTS OF LYME AND OLD LYME AND ALL VISITORS TO OUR TOWNS to follow the guidelines from both the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the State of Connecticut. The Lyme Board of READ MORE.