TOP STORIES
Needleman Wins 33rd Senate District After Recount, This Time by 83 Votes
AREAWIDE -- Essex First Selectman Norm Needleman has been declared the winner of the 33rd State Senate District by 83 votes after a nail-biting recount involving all the towns in the district, which include Chester, Deep River, Essex, Old Saybrook and Westbrook. He was originally announced as the … [Read More...]
Enjoy ‘Trees in the Rigging,’ Community Carol Stroll, Saturday
ESSEX -- Kick off the holiday season in Essex with the annual Trees in the Rigging Community Carol Sing and Lighted Boat Parade! The Connecticut River Museum, the Essex Board of Trade, and the Essex Historical Society combine to present this annual event that includes a traditional, lantern-lit … [Read More...]
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Hosts ‘Turkey Walk,’ Saturday
LYME -- Take a Turkey Walk on Saturday ! Join a guide from the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center on Saturday, Nov. 24, from 9 to 10 a.m. for their yearly post-Thanksgiving walk at the Jewett Preserve in Lyme. Topics of discussion will include turkeys, Thanksgiving and more during this relaxed … [Read More...]
Recount Called in 33rd State Senate District Race
AREAWIDE -- Secretary of the State Denise Merrill’s office said on Thursday that another state Senate race will be subject to a recount. State election officials said a recent correction to a reporting error in Essex has put the contest for the 33rd District [which includes the Town of Lyme] … [Read More...]
Letter From Paris: Thoughts on an Historic Day of Respectful Remembrance … and Distressing Disrespect
Editor's Note: We are delighted to welcome back Nicole Prévost Logan after her traditional break from writing while she summers in Essex, Conn. She has now returned to Paris just in time for the centennial celebrations of the end of World War I, on which she provides an insightful commentary in … [Read More...]
Sankow’s Beaver Brook Farm Hosts 29th Annual ‘Farm Day’, Nov. 24; All Welcome
LYME -- Sankow's Beaver Brook Farm will host their 29th Annual 'Farm Day' on Saturday November 24th from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 139 Beaver Brook Rd. in Lyme, Conn. The annual event is a Lyme tradition, bringing families together to celebrate the heritage of the 101-year-old farm. The open house 'Farm … [Read More...]
Collomore Concert Series Concludes With ‘Andes Manta,’ Nov. 25
CHESTER -- The Collomore Concert Series wraps up its 45th season at the Chester Meetinghouse on Sunday, Nov. 25, with music of the Ecuadorian Andes, played on more than 35 traditional instruments by the music group Andes Manta. The vibrant and powerful music of Andes Manta is a joyous celebration … [Read More...]
Democrat Challenger Palm Defeats Republican Incumbent Siegrist in 36th District
AREAWIDE -- Democrat Christine Palm defeated one term-incumbent State Rep. Robert Siegrist (R) by 6,930 votes to 6,592 in the 36th House District. The District includes the towns of Essex, Chester, Deep River and Haddam. Asked her reaction the result, Palm told ValleyNewsNow.com, "There are … [Read More...]
‘The Queens of the Golden Mask’ at Ivoryton Strikes a Topical Chord … With a Warning
IVORYTON – It is summer, 1961, and in Celestial, Ala., it’s hotter’n a blister bug in a pepper patch. It is especially steamy in the kitchen of the Sage household where the matriarch, Ida, has gathered her friends around her to meet the new girl in town. How will Rose from Ohio fit in with the … [Read More...]
Needleman Wins 33rd State Senate District by 303 Votes
AREAWIDE -- Melissa Ziobron, Republican Candidate for the 33rd State Senate District and outgoing House Representative for the 34th District, called her opponent to concede the race just after noon today. According to the Connecticut Secretary of State, Mr. Needleman leads by 303 votes, or 0.58 … [Read More...]
Reflecting State Result, Deep River Splits Vote Almost Evenly Between Lamont, Stefanowski; Lamont Ahead by 101
DEEP RIVER -- Note these are unofficial results. We also hear unofficially that Question 2 has passed statewide. GOVERNOR Lamont/ Bysiewicz: 1,279 Stefanowski/ Markley: 1,178 Griebel/Frank: 125 US SENATE: Murphy: 1,584 Corey: 942 Lion: 17 Russell: 14 US … [Read More...]
Essex Results Give Big Wins to Local Democrats Needleman, Palm
ESSEX-- Note these are unofficial results. We also hear unofficially that Question 2 has passed statewide. GOVERNOR Lamont/ Bysiewicz: 2,147 Stefanowski/ Markley: 1,990 Griebel/Frank: 220 US SENATE: Murphy: 2,562 Corey: 1,632 Lion: 24 Russell: 7 US … [Read More...]
RECENT NEWS
CRT Offers Early Registration for Annual Energy Assistance Program
AREAWIDE -- Income-eligible residents in Hartford County and Middlesex County are encouraged to … [Read More...]
Middlesex Hospital Opens Renovated Essex Facility
ESSEX — Middlesex Hospital has opened its renovated building at 252 Westbrook Road in Essex. The … [Read More...]
Ädelbrook Recognizes CFO for 30 Years of Service
CROMWELL -- Ädelbrook recognized David Maibaum, Chief Financial Officer, for his dedication of … [Read More...]
Essex Library Receives $20,000 Gift
ESSEX -- The Friends of the Essex Library presented a $20,000 check to library Director Richard … [Read More...]
Essex Garden Club Awards Scholarships to Area Students
ESSEX -- The Essex Garden Club recently awarded college scholarships to three area students, as … [Read More...]
COMMUNITY
Enjoy ‘Trees in the Rigging,’ Community Carol Stroll, Saturday
ESSEX -- Kick off the holiday season in Essex with the annual Trees in the Rigging Community Carol … [Read More...]
Local Historical Societies Commemorate End of WWI, Honor Local Veterans in ‘A Patriotic Salute,’ Nov. 4
To mark the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I and 100 years of women serving in the US … [Read More...]
All Youth — Boys and Girls — Invited to Join Chester/Deep River Cub Scout Pack 13
CHESTER & DEEP RIVER – Cub Scouting wants you! Now is the time to join the fun and excitement … [Read More...]
ARTS
Collomore Concert Series Concludes With ‘Andes Manta,’ Nov. 25
CHESTER -- The Collomore Concert Series wraps up its 45th season at the Chester Meetinghouse on … [Read More...]
‘The Queens of the Golden Mask’ at Ivoryton Strikes a Topical Chord … With a Warning
IVORYTON – It is summer, 1961, and in Celestial, Ala., it’s hotter’n a blister bug in a pepper … [Read More...]
‘In The Elements’ on View at Chester Gallery Through Nov. 25
CHESTER -- After a successful reopening by new ownership this past August, the Chester Gallery will … [Read More...]
SCHOOLS
The Country School Hosts ‘Open House’ Today; Prospective Students Welcome
The Country School is holding an Open House on Sunday, Oct. 28, from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Students … [Read More...]
VRHS Students Present a Custom-Made Equipment Box for the Town of Essex Fire Marshal Vehicle
ESSEX -- First Selectman Norm Needleman and Fire Marshal John Planas would like to give special … [Read More...]
Red Sox Invite VRHS Students to Submit Applications for 2018 Service Scholarship
AREAWIDE – For the 8th consecutive year, the Boston Red Sox Foundation is seeking submissions from … [Read More...]
BUSINESS
Centerbrook Architects Promote Deep River Resident Batt to Associate
ESSEX – Centerbrook Architects & Planners has announced that Daniel Batt, AIA, LEED AP has been … [Read More...]
New Driver Education School Opens Serving Local Area, ‘APC Driving’ Offers a “Boutique” Approach
OLD LYME -- APC Driving has opened its doors at 19 Halls Rd. in the Old Lyme Marketplace near The … [Read More...]
Centerbrook Announces New Hires; Archer, Brakels Join Architectural Staff
CENTERBROOK – Centerbrook Architects & Planners is excited to announce two new hires as it has … [Read More...]
POLITICS
Needleman Wins 33rd Senate District After Recount, This Time by 83 Votes
AREAWIDE -- Essex First Selectman Norm Needleman has been declared the winner of the 33rd State … [Read More...]
Democrat Challenger Palm Defeats Republican Incumbent Siegrist in 36th District
AREAWIDE -- Democrat Christine Palm defeated one term-incumbent State Rep. Robert Siegrist (R) by … [Read More...]
Needleman Wins 33rd State Senate District by 303 Votes
AREAWIDE -- Melissa Ziobron, Republican Candidate for the 33rd State Senate District and outgoing … [Read More...]
UPCOMING EVENTS
All Youth — Boys and Girls — Invited to Join Chester/Deep River Cub Scout Pack 13
CHESTER & DEEP RIVER – Cub Scouting wants you! Now is the time to join the fun and excitement … [Read More...]
Estuary Offers Chair Massages, Wednesdays
OLD SAYBROOK -- The Estuary Council of Seniors 220 Main St Old Saybrook is offering Chair Massage by … [Read More...]
‘In The Elements’ on View at Chester Gallery Through Nov. 25
CHESTER -- After a successful reopening by new ownership this past August, the Chester Gallery will … [Read More...]
‘The Queens of the Golden Mask’ at Ivoryton Strikes a Topical Chord … With a Warning
IVORYTON – It is summer, 1961, and in Celestial, Ala., it’s hotter’n a blister bug in a pepper … [Read More...]
Collomore Concert Series Concludes With ‘Andes Manta,’ Nov. 25
CHESTER -- The Collomore Concert Series wraps up its 45th season at the Chester Meetinghouse on … [Read More...]
Sankow’s Beaver Brook Farm Hosts 29th Annual ‘Farm Day’, Nov. 24; All Welcome
LYME -- Sankow's Beaver Brook Farm will host their 29th Annual 'Farm Day' on Saturday November 24th … [Read More...]
Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center Hosts ‘Turkey Walk,’ Saturday
LYME -- Take a Turkey Walk on Saturday ! Join a guide from the Roger Tory Peterson Estuary Center … [Read More...]
Enjoy ‘Trees in the Rigging,’ Community Carol Stroll, Saturday
ESSEX -- Kick off the holiday season in Essex with the annual Trees in the Rigging Community Carol … [Read More...]
COLUMNISTS
Letter From Paris: Thoughts on an Historic Day of Respectful Remembrance … and Distressing Disrespect
Editor's Note: We are delighted to welcome back Nicole Prévost Logan after her traditional break … [Read More...]
Talking Transportation: ‘Getting There’ – China’s Transportation Strategy
Quiz question #1: What country has the largest interstate highway system in the world? Hint: It’s … [Read More...]