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Since I was 11, I knew I wanted to be a reporter and a have been lucky enough to have made a career of it.

I've worked for a variety of local and regional newspapers, national magazines, and even banged out a few books.

I'm by nature nosy, which is why I'm ideally suited to my chosen profession. I've been writing for Patch since its founding in Southeastern Connecticut and I'm thrilled to be the Editor of The Lymes.

You can reach me any time at jayne.keedle@patch.com or by phone (860) 437-8131. I'm always looking for news tips!

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Lyme Land Trust Creates 100 Acre Preserve

An acquisition of land from Lyme Selectman Parker Lord and his wife Diana has expanded Lyme Land Trust grounds in Hadlyme to create The Banningwood Preserve, a forest refuge open to the public.

Lyme Land Trust Creates 100 Acre Preserve
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[UPDATED] Look Up Today And You Might See A Rocket Ship

Antares's first test flight, originally scheduled for April 17, is now a go for tonight at 6:10 p.m. and there's a good chance the rocket will be visible from East Lyme, Old Lyme, and Lyme.

[UPDATED] Look Up Today And You Might See A Rocket Ship
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Free Mortgage Assistance Event Today In New Haven

"A free, mortgage-assistance event for homeowners who need information or help with loan modifications, foreclosure prevention, state and federal assistance programs and other lending-related issues ..."

Free Mortgage Assistance Event Today In New Haven
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A Short List of Sandy Hook Charities And How They Spent Donations

After the tragedy at Sandy Hook, 69 charities sprung up. Of that number, 43 responded to a request from the Attorney General to voluntarily provide information regarding their mission and how they've spent the money.

A Short List of Sandy Hook Charities And How They Spent Donations
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Give Back: Lyme/Old Lyme Volunteer Fair Shows You How

Residents of Lyme and Old Lyme are invited to attend a volunteer fair on April 23 at the LOL High School that offers locals a wide variety of opportunities to give back to their communities.

Give Back: Lyme/Old Lyme Volunteer Fair Shows You How
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Lyme Land Trust Creates 100 Acre Preserve

An acquisition of land from Lyme Selectman Parker Lord and his wife Diana has expanded Lyme Land Trust grounds in Hadlyme to create The Banningwood Preserve, a forest refuge open to the public.

Lyme Land Trust Creates 100 Acre Preserve
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Police Ask For Help Finding Kyle Seidel's Killer

Waterford Police held a press conference Tuesday to encourage people to come forward with any information about the murder of 34-year-old Kyle Seidel, or if anyone they know has been showing signs of erratic behavior after Dec. 21.

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Missed The Tax Filing Deadline? Don't Panic!

The IRS offers the following tips for people who missed the April 15 tax filing deadline. If you don't owe any money, there's no penalty for filing late.

Missed The Tax Filing Deadline? Don't Panic!
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Local Runners in Boston for Marathon When Tragedy Struck

Two runners from East Lyme and one from Old Lyme were among the 27,000 people competing in the Boston Marathon when explosions near the finish line killed three people and injured scores more.

Local Runners in Boston for Marathon When Tragedy Struck
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A New Waterford-East Lyme Animal Shelter Sooner Than Expected?

Waterford First Selectman Dan Steward said "it is a possibility" that the town breaks ground on a new Waterford-East Lyme Animal Shelter before 2016, as originally slated, as he is impressed by the $116k that has been raised for the project.

A New Waterford-East Lyme Animal Shelter Sooner Than Expected?