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POSTPONED! Essex Land Trust Hosts ‘Collectible Creatures’ Walk For All Ages This Morning, 10am
This event has been postponed due to the weather until next week, same time, same place. ESSEX -- Celebrate the arrival of spring by taking the whole family on this unique nature walk in search of collectible art stones hidden along the trail. Each stone portrays a creature who lives in the … [Read More...]
Ivoryton Library Hosts WhatTrivia! Night Fundraiser Tonight
Do you think you "Know Stuff"? Then come to a WhatTrivia! Night fundraiser to benefit Ivoryton Library, which is being held this Saturday, March 23, at 7 p.m. at Centerbrook Meeting House. Contestants will test their knowledge of nonsensical information for fun and prizes, and would love to … [Read More...]
Five Days of Fun at Connecticut River Museum During April Vacation Week
ESSEX -- Staying in town for April Vacation? Connecticut River Museum (CRM) has five days of cool things to do for your child or children, April 15 -19. Whether you are looking for one day or all five, there is something fun and exciting waiting for you at the Museum. Bring your imagination and … [Read More...]
Gov. Lamont Amends Education Proposal on Shared Services; Encourages School Collaboration, Reallocation of Resources to Classroom
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE OFFICE OF GOVERNOR NED LAMONT– Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is submitting revised language to the General Assembly on his proposal encouraging shared services in Connecticut schools. The new proposal, which was developed in collaboration with stakeholders, … [Read More...]
‘Burt & Me,’ Featuring Love, Laughter & Great Music, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse; Runs Through April 7
IVORYTON – The Ivoryton Playhouse opens its 2019 season tonight with a dazzling parade of hits by the songwriting team of Burt Bacharach and Hal David in the musical comedy Burt & Me by Larry McKenna. This coming-of-age story is narrated by Joe, who tells the story of his obsession with the … [Read More...]
Alan James Holds Watercolor Workshop at Deep River Library, April 15
DEEP RIVER -- Award winning watercolor artist Alan James, will hold a one-day workshop at Deep River Library, Monday, April 15, that is designed for those who want to learn the process of how to capture the essence of a scene. The workshop will run from 5:30 to 7:45 p.m. In this class, James will … [Read More...]
Needleman Proposes New School Regionalization Plan, Public Hearing Today on Another Proposal on Same Subject
AREAWIDE -- Yesterday State Senator Norm Needleman (D-33rd) proposed a new plan for school regionalization. His proposal would create legislation tailored to help school districts and municipalities cooperate to share services and resources on their own terms, in contrast to recent legislation that … [Read More...]
Mendelssohn’s ‘Elijah’ to be Performed by Cappella Cantorum, April 14
DEEP RIVER -- This spring brings a treat to area concert-goers: Cappella Cantorum Masterworks Chorus will perform Felix Mendelssohn’s “Elijah” Sunday, April 14, 3 p.m. at John Winthrop Middle School, 1 Winthrop Rd., Deep River. Simon Holt of the Salt Marsh Opera will direct the chorus and … [Read More...]
Talking Transportation: Connecticut’s Hometown Railroad
You might not realize it, but Connecticut is home to the world headquarters of a $5 billion international railroad company on whose trains you’ll never be able to ride. In a small office building across from the Darien railroad station sits the offices of Genesee and Wyoming Inc, a “short line” … [Read More...]
Centerbrook Architects Garner Award for Mystic Seaport Design
CENTERBROOK – The Centerbrook Architects & Planners-designed Thompson Exhibition Building at Mystic Seaport Museum has been recognized with a national award by WoodWorks – Wood Products Council. The Thompson Exhibition Building was recognized in the “Commercial Wood Design – Low-Rise” category … [Read More...]
Letter From Paris: Will Europe Fight Back in Face of World, Local Challenges?
The European Union (EU) is under attack from all sides. Will the EU strike back? The most serious threat against Europe is the dislocation of the world system of security and defense, which Europe relies on as a protection. During the past two years, an avalanche of steps taken by the US is … [Read More...]
Op-Ed: Forced Regionalization of Our Schools Will be a Disaster For Our Communities
This op-ed was submitted by Tina C. Gilbert of Lyme. It was also sent as a letter to State Senators Paul Formica (R-20th) and Norman Needleman (D-33rd), and State Rep. Devin Carney (R-23rd.) Gilbert has children in Lyme-Old Lyme Schools and is Vice-President of LCN USA located in Deep River, … [Read More...]
RECENT NEWS
Five Days of Fun at Connecticut River Museum During April Vacation Week
ESSEX -- Staying in town for April Vacation? Connecticut River Museum (CRM) has five days of cool … [Read More...]
Talking Transportation: Connecticut’s Hometown Railroad
You might not realize it, but Connecticut is home to the world headquarters of a $5 billion … [Read More...]
Op-Ed: Forced Regionalization of Our Schools Will be a Disaster For Our Communities
This op-ed was submitted by Tina C. Gilbert of Lyme. It was also sent as a letter to State Senators … [Read More...]
Matthew Shafner Memorial Scholarship for Sons/Daughters of Disabled Workers Now Accepting Applications
The Disabled Workers’ Committee, a Connecticut-based, not-for-profit organization, whose mission is … [Read More...]
Essex Garden Club Donates Food to Shoreline Soup Kitchens
ESSEX -- The Essex Garden Club (EGC) members collected nonperishable food items for the Shoreline … [Read More...]
COMMUNITY
Sunken Luxury Yacht in Hamburg Cove Raised Wednesday, Whole Operation Recorded by DiNardi on Video
The luxury yacht, which sank in Hamburg Cove in January, was raised Wednesday (Feb. 20) by Sea Tow … [Read More...]
Essex Garden Club Recognized for Civic Work
ESSEX -- The Essex Garden Club (EGC) was recently recognized by the Federated Garden Clubs Of … [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...]
ARTS
‘Burt & Me,’ Featuring Love, Laughter & Great Music, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse; Runs Through April 7
IVORYTON – The Ivoryton Playhouse opens its 2019 season tonight with a dazzling parade of hits by … [Read More...]
Alan James Holds Watercolor Workshop at Deep River Library, April 15
DEEP RIVER -- Award winning watercolor artist Alan James, will hold a one-day workshop at Deep River … [Read More...]
Mendelssohn’s ‘Elijah’ to be Performed by Cappella Cantorum, April 14
DEEP RIVER -- This spring brings a treat to area concert-goers: Cappella Cantorum Masterworks Chorus … [Read More...]
SCHOOLS
Gov. Lamont Amends Education Proposal on Shared Services; Encourages School Collaboration, Reallocation of Resources to Classroom
PRESS RELEASE FROM THE OFFICE OF GOVERNOR NED LAMONT– Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is … [Read More...]
Op-Ed: Forced Regionalization of Our Schools Will be a Disaster For Our Communities
This op-ed was submitted by Tina C. Gilbert of Lyme. It was also sent as a letter to State Senators … [Read More...]
Matthew Shafner Memorial Scholarship for Sons/Daughters of Disabled Workers Now Accepting Applications
The Disabled Workers’ Committee, a Connecticut-based, not-for-profit organization, whose mission is … [Read More...]
BUSINESS
Kyle Zrenda Joins Suisman Shapiro as Firm’s Newest Associate
AREAWIDE -- Kyle J. Zrenda has joined Suisman Shapiro Attorneys-at-Law as an associate on the … [Read More...]
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...]
POLITICS
Needleman Proposes New School Regionalization Plan, Public Hearing Today on Another Proposal on Same Subject
AREAWIDE -- Yesterday State Senator Norm Needleman (D-33rd) proposed a new plan for school … [Read More...]
Sen. Needleman Joins Essex Town Planner in Support of GIS Expansion Bill
HARTFORD, CT – Today, State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) joined with John P. Guszkowski, Essex … [Read More...]
Key Healthcare Bills Introduced by Needleman, Move Forward
AREAWIDE -- State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) has endorsed the advancement of two bills he … [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...]
SECSEWAC Hosts Local Independent Expert to Present, “Cuba, the Conflicted Isle,” Tuesday
AREAWIDE -- The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) hosts Rob … [Read More...]
Sign up for Spanish! Classes Held Thursdays at Ivoryton Library
IVORYTON -- Sign up for weekly beginning Spanish classes starting at 4 p.m. on Thursdays at. … [Read More...]
Become a Middlesex Health Hospice Volunteer
MIDDLETOWN—Middlesex Health’s Hospice Program is looking for volunteers. Hospice volunteers are … [Read More...]
Chester Synagogue Hosts Exhibition of New Work by Locally Based, Nationally Acclaimed Sculptor Gilbert Boro, Through April 30
CHESTER -- When our souls become heavy with life’s burdens, art has the potential to soothe and … [Read More...]
Mendelssohn’s ‘Elijah’ to be Performed by Cappella Cantorum, April 14
DEEP RIVER -- This spring brings a treat to area concert-goers: Cappella Cantorum Masterworks Chorus … [Read More...]
Needleman Proposes New School Regionalization Plan, Public Hearing Today on Another Proposal on Same Subject
AREAWIDE -- Yesterday State Senator Norm Needleman (D-33rd) proposed a new plan for school … [Read More...]
Alan James Holds Watercolor Workshop at Deep River Library, April 15
DEEP RIVER -- Award winning watercolor artist Alan James, will hold a one-day workshop at Deep River … [Read More...]
‘Burt & Me,’ Featuring Love, Laughter & Great Music, Opens at Ivoryton Playhouse; Runs Through April 7
IVORYTON – The Ivoryton Playhouse opens its 2019 season tonight with a dazzling parade of hits by … [Read More...]
Five Days of Fun at Connecticut River Museum During April Vacation Week
ESSEX -- Staying in town for April Vacation? Connecticut River Museum (CRM) has five days of cool … [Read More...]
Ivoryton Library Hosts WhatTrivia! Night Fundraiser Tonight
Do you think you "Know Stuff"? Then come to a WhatTrivia! Night fundraiser to benefit Ivoryton … [Read More...]
POSTPONED! Essex Land Trust Hosts ‘Collectible Creatures’ Walk For All Ages This Morning, 10am
This event has been postponed due to the weather until next week, same time, same place. ESSEX -- … [Read More...]
COLUMNISTS
Talking Transportation: Connecticut’s Hometown Railroad
You might not realize it, but Connecticut is home to the world headquarters of a $5 billion … [Read More...]
Letter From Paris: Will Europe Fight Back in Face of World, Local Challenges?
The European Union (EU) is under attack from all sides. Will the EU strike back? The most serious … [Read More...]