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Mom and Her Baby

 May 22, 2012

Willow, the mom on the left, looks like a baby herself, but is actually a young mother who gave birth to five kittens. Willow has such unique markings, mostly white with gray and orange patches and bright blue eyes. Her last remaining baby, Bonnie, is also...

Transfer Station Announces Memorial Day Schedule

 May 22, 2012

The Old Saybrook Transfer Station will be open on Tuesday, May 29 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The station will be closed on Monday, May 28 in observance of Memorial Day.

'Bright Space' to Open at Middlesex Family Shelter

 May 22, 2012

Thanks to a grant from the Connecticut Department of Social Services’ Office of Head Start Collaboration and funding from Bright Horizons Foundation for Children, a new child-friendly play space will open this week at the Middlesex Family Shelter in...

People in the News

 May 21, 2012

 

Conn College grads urged to build a worthy future

 May 21, 2012

More than 430 students graduate from Connecticut College during the school's 94th commencement in New London on Sunday.

VISTA Payment Leads to Town Grants

 May 21, 2012

WESTBROOK - As a non-profit, VISTA Vocational & Life Skills Center doesn't pay property taxes. But as a good neighbor, VISTA for a second year has given the town a payment in lieu of taxes. This year the Board of Selectmen voted that the...

The Joy of Flowers – and Lajla

 May 21, 2012

OLD SAYBROOK - Even as a young person growing up in New Britain, Lajla Hanes was drawn to flowers and joined the local garden club in order to learn as much as she could. No surprise then that when she moved to Old Saybrook 19 years ago, within...

In Saybrook, Best ATV Defense is ATVs

 May 21, 2012

OLD SAYBROOK - Attacking the problem of all-terrain vehicle (ATV) intrusions of public land using ATVs may seem counter-intuitive, but it's worked for the town's enforcers.

Warning Trespassers, Protecting Town Employee Safety

 May 21, 2012

OLD SAYBROOK - The town's Wastewater Management District (WWMD) program was intended to effect an improvement in specific neighborhoods' failing or substandard septic systems. Residents trespassing on others' private property to take photographs...

Old Saybrook Memorial Day Observances

 May 21, 2012

The Town of Old Saybrook holds its annual Memorial Day Parade on Monday, May 28. The day begins with a dockside naval ceremony, with assembly at
8:30 a.m. for all participating units at the Dock & Dine Restaurant, 145 College Street, Old Saybrook. A...

Budgets Passed by Four to One Margin

 May 16, 2012

On a rainy day that saw light voter turn-out, residents cast a vote of confidence in the town’s direction, approving both the town and schools budgets by overwhelming margins.

Sen. Daily to Retire from Legislature Upon Completion of Current Term

 May 15, 2012

State Senator Eileen M. Daily (D-Westbrook) today announced her intention to retire from the General Assembly upon completion of her current term. Senator Daily has prepared a letter for political allies, supporters, and delegates to next week's 33rd Senatorial...

Parking Fee Waived for Memorial Day Weekend

 May 15, 2012

Shortly after beginning enforcement of its pay-to-park plan, Saybrook Junction will waive it's $5 parking fee for Shore Line East riders parking in the lot over Memorial Day Weekend.

Hello, Babies

 May 15, 2012

Want to pick up your day and put a smile on your face? Just look at these precious angels! Kitten season is here and Forgotten Felines has kittens of various ages, sizes, and colors who all need homes quickly. The kittens are very playful, loving, and acclimated...

Daily will not seek reelection to state Senate

 May 15, 2012

Hartford - State Sen. Eileen Daily, D-Westbrook, announced today that she will not seek reelection this fall.

Prom Night in Old Saybrook

 May 14, 2012

Old Saybrook Senior Prom-goers gathered under picture-perfect skies at classmate Arden Rand's home in Old Saybrook before heading to the Mystic Marriott on May 12.

 

John Neri—Dedicated Clinton Volunteer

 May 14, 2012

For decades, John Neri has been a fixture in Clinton, volunteering as often as possible to help support and provide services to residents, and being actively involved with the Fire Department, senior housing, and the American Legion.

Zoning Closes Affordable Housing Hearing

 May 14, 2012

The Ethan's Landing project public hearing is now closed. That was the decision of the Old Saybrook Zoning Commission at its May 7 meeting. The commission will deliberate and consider action on developer George Bessoni's 8-30g affordable housing application at...

'Mac' Funds to Benefit OS Youth

 May 14, 2012

OLD SAYBROOK - It's taken a while, but funds donated years ago to honor fallen Police Officer Ray MacMurray will soon be spent on a project to support one of his favorite causes: town youth.

Railroad passengers face $5 fee for parking in Old Saybrook

 May 14, 2012

Old Saybrook - Beginning Wednesday, travelers looking to park in Saybrook Junction will have to pay $5 a day.

State trying to protect Atlantic sturgeon

 May 13, 2012

Atlantic sturgeon last month became one of the newest additions to the federal Endangered Species List.

First-Ever Farm Aid at Bushy Hill

 May 11, 2012

Bushy Hill at Incarnation Center, 253 Bushy Hill Road, Ivoryton, hosts its first ever Farm Aid, a benefit concert for the farm at Bushy Hill on Saturday, May 12 (rain date: May 13) from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the Activity Center field.

Old Saybrook Garden Market Starts Tonight

 May 11, 2012

Haven't yet decided what to get your mother for Mother's Day? Try coming by the annual Gardener's Market tomorrow or Saturday to select a living gift of a plant.

Former Bozrah first selectman considering run for 20th District state Senate seat

 May 10, 2012

Keith Robbins, a former first selectman in Bozrah, said Thursday that he would announce next week whether he intends to run for the state Senate seat held by Andrea Stillman, D-Waterford.

Giuliano honored for efforts for children

 May 9, 2012

Hartford - On April 27, state Rep. Marilyn Giuliano, R-Old Saybrook, was commended for her work making Connecticut a better place for children.

The Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance recognized Giuliano as a "Children's Champion" for ushering legislation...