Opinion

Opinion: Regarding resident concerns about proposed historic district

To the editor: This is a follow up to the recent public meetings where several people voiced concerns about the proposed historic district bylaw. As chair of the Marion Historical Commission, the town’s appointed preservation board, I hope I can...

Opinion: Rochester Fire call on residents for help with new station

To the editor: The Rochester Firefighters Association wants to keep town residents safe, but we need your help! As a Rochester resident for over 50 years and as a member of the Rochester Firefighters Association, I want to share an urgent matter...
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Opinion: Community and legacy with the Marion Historic District Study Committee

To the editor: Thank you to all who attended the presentation of the Preliminary Historic District Study Report on Wednesday, January 15. The turnout was impressive, as were the thoughtful questions, concerns, and suggestions. More opportunities for...

Opinion: Appreciation for success in recent sale

To the editor: The recent Annual Jewelry and Accessory Sale held by the Friends of the Mattapoisett Library sale was a tremendous success thanks to the support and generosity of the community. Thank you to all those that donated items, volunteered...

Opinion: Sippican Women’s Club thanks the community

To the editor: The Sippican Woman’s Club sincerely thanks the five Marion homeowners who graciously opened their homes for the Club’s annual Holiday House Tour on December 7. The Sippican Woman’s Club members; sponsors; florists; designers;...

Opinion: Local law enforcement should not engage in federal immigration enforcement

To the editor: With the impending implementation of Project 2025, and as a Mattapoisett resident, I write to urge the Mattapoisett Police Department to adopt or maintain policies which limit local law enforcement engagement in any federal...

Opinion: Thank you, Tobey Hospital

To the editor: We are very fortunate to have a state-of-the-art emergency facility so close to our homes: The Baldwin Makepeace Emergency Center at Tobey Hospital - a remarkable asset to its surrounding communities. The care both in the ER and on...

Opinion: Thank you for electing me as your next state representative

To the people of the 10th Bristol District – Thank you for electing me as your next state representative. On Jan. 1, 2025, I will hit the ground running on your behalf. Thank you for placing your trust in me. Connecting with voters was so important...

Opinion: An appeal to the community on behalf of our students

To the editor: My name is Sheilah Sullivan. I’ve lived in Marion for over 30 years, raised my two kids here and had the remarkable privilege of teaching at Old Rochester Regional High School for 25 years. Teachers, counselors and school staff often...

Opinion: Thank you from state representative race runner-up

Friends and supporters, I am filled with immense gratitude for the tremendous amount of support I've received throughout this campaign as your candidate for the Massachusetts State Representative seat. It has been a truly remarkable experience, and...

Opinion: On ‘Candidates and their civic responsibility’

To the editor: First let me say that anybody who runs for public office deserves our respect. This is especially true for those making their first serious attempt to run a campaign. We need people to step up and it is this willingness that permits...

Opinion: Candidate’s response to ‘Candidates and their civic responsibility’

Dear Kristen, Thank you for reaching out and for the opportunity to participate in the League of Women Voters of Southcoast’s Candidates’ Night. I truly appreciate the effort you and your organization put into facilitating these important...

Opinion: Candidates and their civic responsibility

To the editor: The League of Women Voters of South Coast, previously known as the League of Women Voters of Marion, Mattapoisett, and Rochester, has been organizing candidate debates, forums and meet-and-greets for over 35 years. LWVSC has scheduled...

Opinion: Taste of our Towns, a huge success!

To the editor: The Taste of Our Towns Event on September 16th, benefiting Turning Point, was a huge success! We want to thank all of the sponsors, donors, volunteers and food vendors who participated and made this a night to remember. Local...

Opinion: On the Mattapoisett roads project

To the editor: Mattapoisett residents interested in the proposed DOT road project may wish to tune in or attend the Select Board meeting Aug. 27. The Select Board agenda — due out on Friday — should confirm that the town’s consulting engineers, VHB...

Opinion: Gratitude from the Friends of Elizabeth Taber Library for books donated

To the editor: On July 26 and 27, the Friends of the Elizabeth Taber Library had one of their many book sales at the Marion Music Hall to benefit the Elizabeth Taber Library. At the completion of the sale, it was prearranged for children’s books...