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To the editor: Invest in future generations at Old Colony vote

Six years ago, Old Colony began a journey that now leads to a second district-wide vote on June 20, 2026. Throughout this process, students, staff, and…

Letter to the editor: On the Rochester Memorial School bathroom incident

While the intense tension at the recent Old Rochester Regional school committee meeting was unsettling, the true story of the night was the majority of neighbors who…

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Letter to the Editor: Learn about our candidates

Thanks to the League of Women Voters Southcoast for sponsoring the Mattapoisett Candidates’ Night last Wednesday at Old Hammondtown School. As the League is a non-partisan political organization for concerned citizens, they encourage informed and...

Letter to the Editor: Restore the Front Street stop sign

It was a surprise to many in Marion when the stop sign at the southeast corner of Main and Front Streets was recently removed. “Why?” I asked at the Town Annex. “There were complaints,” I was told. Since spring 2025, those of us who live near this...

Letter to the editor: Curb global warming

Every year, science delivers a clearer picture of how modern society is warming our planet. Scientific studies have predicted that a warming atmosphere would increase the occurrence and severity of drought and wildfire. This is now playing out...

Letter to the editor: Addressing housing insecurity and homelessness in Massachusetts

Dear Editor, As a Social Work student at Bridgewater State University, I am appalled by the vast number of people facing housing insecurity and homelessness here in Massachusetts. Recently, there have been many federal changes to homelessness...

Letter to the editor: We the People need to stand up

“The Constitution of the United States is the final refuge of every right that is enjoyed by any American. So long as it is observed, those rights will be secure. Whenever it falls into disrespect or disrepute, the end of orderly organized...

Letter to the editor: Response to youth engagement

Dear Editor, A huge thank you goes to Nicki Demakis for highlighting the importance of Town Meeting and municipal elections not only in Mattapoisett, but in all local governmental elections. Local government is where decisions most directly affect...

Letter to the editor: Why The Young People of Our Community Matter

Mattapoisett holds its Annual Town Meeting in early May followed by its municipal elections. Both events quietly shape our Town’s future. Over time both have become fair game for partisan attacks reflecting the political temperature of our country....