TOP STORIES
Rep. Giuliano Honors One of Old Saybrook’s Finest
In December, the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame inducted its 2011 class and of those 10 Veterans, one hails from Old Saybrook. Hal Farrington, of the United States Army, was recognized for his outstanding community service and veterans' support nationally and right here in … [Read More...]
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Winter Frolic at the Lyme Art Association
In the tradition of their founding members, the lively Lyme Impressionists, The Lyme Art Association is once again inviting you to a magical Winter Frolic Saturday, February 4 from 8:00 p.m. to midnight. This year the historic gallery will transport you to a Tyrolean winter wonderland – a … [Read More...]
Chaos Reigns, and the Ladies Love it, at Deep River Store on Main Street
Joann Hourigan refers to her store, Chaos, as “my therapy,” when she is talking about her truly unique enterprise at 114 Main Street in Deep River. Then, when asked why she named her store “Chaos,” she says, “Because that’s my life.” In addition to owning Chaos, in real life so to … [Read More...]
Letters: Thank You on Behalf of 115 Old Saybrook Families and Over 270 Children
To The Editor: The holiday season may now be a distant memory for some, but for many Old Saybrook families in financial need, the community’s remarkable generosity will not soon be forgotten. On behalf of Old Saybrook Youth and Family Services and Social Services Department we would like to … [Read More...]
Connecticut River Museum has Spent $500,000 to Restore Historic Landmark After Fire
Destroyed East face, roof and decking of CT River Museum after August 2010 fire The Connecticut River Museum, located at 67 Main Street in downtown Essex, had two choices in the wake of the devastating fire that took place on August 11, 2010, a fire which caused enormous damage to the … [Read More...]
NEWS BRIEFS
Essex Savings Bank to Contribute $255,700 to Charity
Essex Savings Bank President & CEO Gregory R. Shook Essex, CT, January 17, 2012 – Gregory … [Read More...]
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Talking Transportation – Congress Tells Commuters…“Drop Dead”
Jim Cameron - Chairman of the CT Metro-North / Shore Line East Rail Commuter CouncilBack in 1975 … [Read More...]
Old Saybrook Lions Club Announces Launch of 2012 Phone Book
Beginning January 2, 2012 the Old Saybrook Lions Club will be taking reservations from local … [Read More...]
Old Saybrook Women’s Club Donation to HEAT
In the attached photo, Bev Musgrove of the Old Saybrook Women’s Club presents a very generous … [Read More...]
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The strangest New Year’s Day I’ve ever had…and I never expect another like it
John Guy LaPlante All my life, like you probably, I have celebrated New Year’s Day in … [Read More...]
Meet the Dogans – Proud New Americans To-Be
Izzet (left) and his wife Nuray have packed their store inside and outside Izzet and Nuray Dogan, … [Read More...]
Stone Deaf, But Still They Manage a Fine Conversation
Who knows what each day will bring? I was returning from New London. It was 4 p.m. and I needed … [Read More...]
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Commuters Howl About Paying for Parking at the Old Saybrook Railroad Station
Sign for $5 a day parking fee “I think it is lousy,” said a rushing commuter about the new … [Read More...]
Book Review: “27 Months In The Peace Corps. My Story, Unvarnished” by local author
John Guy LaPlante The following book review will be of interest to local readers as it concerns … [Read More...]
New Childwatch program at Valley-Shore YMCA
Expanded babysitting service at the Valley-Shore YMCA makes it easier to find time to exercise. In … [Read More...]
TOWN HALL
Essex Planning Commission Considers Resubdivision Plan for Toby Hill Road
ESSEX—The planning commission has begun its review of a proposed three-lot resubdivision of a … [Read More...]
Preserve hearing poorly attended, Counsel’s non-attendance an issue
Only seventeen members of the public attended the March 2 hearing on whether to permit a private … [Read More...]
Commission members will do the talking at Preserve public hearing March 2
There is another hearing coming up on whether the Old Saybrook Planning Commission should approve a … [Read More...]
ARTS
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Lyme Art Association Presents Two New Exhibitions: “20th Annual Associate Artist Exhibition” and “A Contemporary Look”
The Anniversary, 48 x 60” oil on canvas by invited artist Jaclyn Conley Lyme Art … [Read More...]
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Laura Levine Artist of the Month – Reception December 9
Laura Levine at work on "Saybrook Lights" Laura Levine has been selected as the Estuary Council … [Read More...]
Artists and Chairs Wanted!
The Estuary Council of Seniors, Inc. is planning a “Painted Chair Auction” for spring. We are … [Read More...]
SPORTS
The Valley-Shore Y Helps Children and Teens in Need of a Safe Place to Go After School
When the bell rings at the end of the school day, children and teens need a safe and nurturing place … [Read More...]
Valley Regional High School Field Hockey Team Run to Support Local Scholarship Fund
The Valley Regional High School Field Hockey Team will run en masse in support of Old Saybrook High … [Read More...]
Local Swimmers Place Well in Long Course Regional Championships
The Valley-Shore Y Marlins competed in the 2011 Long Course Regional Championships July 9-11 at … [Read More...]
OPINION
No Longer Welcome to Old Saybrook?
Letter to the Editor: I have noticed that the once plentiful "Welcome to Old Saybrook" signs are … [Read More...]
High Costs Force Cancellation of Summer Pops
The following letter was received from the Executive Director of the Old Saybrook Chamber of … [Read More...]
“Thank You” from Literacy Volunteers for Supporting Backward Mile
Dear Editor: I am writing this letter as a “thank you” to those who made Literacy Volunteers … [Read More...]
News from Essex, Chester and Deep River
- Deep River Firehouse Planning Put on Hold January 27, 2012
- Winter Frolic at the Lyme Art Association January 26, 2012
- Chester Democrats and Republicans Select Town Committees for 2012-2014 January 24, 2012
- Wild Winter Programs Planned For February Vacation Week at Connecticut River Museum January 24, 2012
- Chaos Reigns, and the Ladies Love it, at Deep River Store on Main Street January 24, 2012
News from Old Lyme
- Krulikowski Presents Program on Snakes at Lyme Public Hall, Sunday
- Kick Up Your Heels and Dance ... at the Roaring 20s Bookworm Ball
- Arts, Environment Advocate Named Old Lyme's Citizen of the Year
- "Opening to Good" Opens Tomorrow at Two New London Venues
- It's Here! The-e-List's Insane Insidewalk Sale Starts Today
UPCOMING EVENTS
Saturday Family Breakfast – Estuary Council of Seniors Center
The Old Saybrook Café at the Estuary Council of Seniors Center, 220 Main Street, Old Saybrook … [Read More...]
Madhatters Theatre Company Auditioning for Their Spring Production
'Disney's Cinderella'. Madhatters Theatre Company is auditioning for their Spring production. … [Read More...]
Early Literacy: A Workshop for Parents and Providers
Youth and Family Services and the Old Saybrook Early Childhood Council invite you to attend an Early … [Read More...]
Maple and Main Gallery Winter Show
CHESTER – Maple and Main Gallery is planting “Summer Dreams” in its downstairs gallery during … [Read More...]
Saint John School to Hold Winter Open House
Old Saybrook, CT – The Saint John School PreK to 8th Grade Open House will be Sunday, January 29 … [Read More...]
Toddler Tunes Starts in Old Saybrook January 10
Toddler Tunes - Youth and Family Services’ very popular interactive music program for children … [Read More...]
Betsy Johnson, Artist of the Month – Reception January 13
Betsy Doolittle Johnson has been selected as the Estuary Council of Seniors January Artist of the … [Read More...]
Singer-Songwriter Freedy Johnston to Present Jan 14 Show at Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center
Singer-songwriter Freedy Johnston will perform on Saturday Jan. 14 at the Katharine Hepburn Cultural … [Read More...]
Essex Winter Series Begins with Frederica von Stade with pianist Laurana Mitchelmore
Frederica von Stade, mezzo-soprano The Essex Winter Series 2012 will be holding their first … [Read More...]
There’s no Place Like…Home for the Holidays – At The Ivoryton Playhouse
Carson Waldron, Addison Marchese, Kearney Capuano, Kaitlyn Vitelli, Carolina Read and Michael … [Read More...]
COLUMNISTS
Talking Transportation – Congress Tells Commuters…“Drop Dead”
Jim Cameron - Chairman of the CT Metro-North / Shore Line East Rail Commuter CouncilBack in 1975 … [Read More...]
Talking Transportation: The Malloy ‘Tax’ On Commuters
If a mugger came up to you on the street and said “I’m going to poke your eyes out!”, but then … [Read More...]
A new face for a new future
I recently read an astonishing news story about a surgical first in the U.S. It was datelined … [Read More...]
POLITICS
Republican Carl Fortuna Elected First Selectman
Republican candidate Carl Fortuna was elected first selectman Tuesday, defeating Democrat nominee … [Read More...]
Big Voter Turnout in Old Saybrook, Fortuna and Manning Lead Their Tickets
A day so beautiful it seemed like spring resulted in a record number of voters coming out to vote … [Read More...]
A one-two punch from winter weather – Message from Congressman Joe Courtney
Connecticut was hit hard by its second massive storm last weekend – a one-two punch from Tropical … [Read More...]
BUSINESS
Essex Savings Bank to Contribute $255,700 to Charity
Essex Savings Bank President & CEO Gregory R. Shook Essex, CT, January 17, 2012 – Gregory … [Read More...]
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Shoreline Bus Ridership Up 19%
Soaring gas prices combined with several other factors to boost ridership on the shoreline’s 9 … [Read More...]
DMV Announces Reorganization of Services – Closure of Old Saybrook Branch
DMV is preparing an extensive reorganization, including the shuttering of some offices, to both meet … [Read More...]
OUTDOORS
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Frostbite Sailors Brave the Wind and Cold, “all for the love of sailing”
Snow on boats before launching (Photo courtesy of Bob Leary)In a bright, bright sun, on a cold, cold … [Read More...]
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Pettipaug Yacht Club Still Showing Effects of Irene
Debris taken out of the water by club membersHurricane Irene visited the Pettipaug Yacht Club in a … [Read More...]
Senator Daily Announces $75,000 Grant for Gillette Castle Upgrades
Senator Eileen Daily, whose district covers Essex, Deep River, Chester and parts of Old Saybrook, … [Read More...]