Letter to the editor

Spectrum’s wiley ways

Saturday, 15 Jun 2019 - In her letter tot he editor Peggy Daniel asks: "Spectrum charges us a lot of money. Surely they can afford to pay their employees a living wage."

Join the ‘Plastic Free 413’ forum

Wednesday, 29 May 2019 - In her letter Hinda Bodinger writes: “It’s just a matter of realizing what we can each do and then being committed to make some changes.

Chabon’s experience benefits Stockbridge Board of Selectmen

Monday, 20 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Anita Schwerner writes, "Don Chabon is the only Stockbridge Board of Selectman candidate with experience and expertise in town government, having served as selectman for three years and as chairman for two."

The future of Stockbridge is Tuesday

Sunday, 19 May 2019 - In his letter to the editor, Charles Kenny writes: “For the sake of Stockbridge, we must reject the delusional thinking of some who claim Stockbridge only belongs to them.”

Keep Chabon on Stockbridge Board of Selectmen

Sunday, 19 May 2019 - In his letter Robert Jones writes: "Thank you, Mr. Chabon, for reminding us of the facts. Much has been accomplished in the past few years."

Stockbridge has chance to affirm American values by voting to rename school after W.E.B. Du Bois

Friday, 17 May 2019 - In his letter John Whalan writes: "Through his co-founding of the NAACP and his extraordinary scholarly work he advanced our American ideals." 

As Stockbridge population declines, reach out to millennials

Friday, 17 May 2019 - In a letter John Hart writes: “My suggestion is, like Vermont, we have a marketing campaign to announce what we want… more young folks and families.”

Christine Rasmussen will provide common-sense approach for the Stockbridge Planning Board

Thursday, 16 May 2019 - Her credits include the editor of a land-planning magazine that reported on the latest developments in land use, court cases involving zoning decisions and the Attorney Generals decisions on the legality of town bylaws.

Rasmussen is experienced candidate for Stockbridge Planning Board

Thursday, 16 May 2019 - In his letter Chuck Gillett writes: “Christine has engaged in quintessential grassroots campaigning going door to door listening to our concerns and asking for our opinions.”

Edmunds argues for a post on the Stockbridge Planning Board

Wednesday, 15 May 2019 - In his letter Barney Edmunds writes: "Let's make decisions we can be proud of 50 years from now. We do not need to make Stockbridge great again. We just need to keep Stockbridge great."

Flagrant inaccuracies in library friends’ letter

Wednesday, 15 May 2019 - In her letter Kathy Plungis writes: "Friends of the GB Libraries letter states that they do not endorse specific candidates, yet I feel that they did just that."

In Great Barrington town elections, consider the value of libraries to economic development

Monday, 13 May 2019 - In its letter the Steering Committee of Friends of the GB Libraries write: “Cutting the very programs that enrich Great Barrington and attract positive attention to our town is no way to encourage growth.”

Rasmussen is right candidate for Stockbridge Planning Board

Sunday, 12 May 2019 - In her letter to Stockbridge residents the Rev. Noreen Suriner writes: “If you want small town values and experience making decisions about your town, please elect Christine Rasmussen.”   

An endorsement for Leigh Davis for Selectboard

Saturday, 11 May 2019 - In their letter Angela Lomanto and John Nelson of Housatonic write: "She already has a substantial record of volunteer service to our town."

GB Selectboard needs Davis, Bannon

Thursday, 9 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Pier Boutin, M.D., writes, "I see lots of positive changes underway in our wonderful town and want to see more."

Business owners endorse Lucinda Vermeulen for Egremont Board of Selectmen

Thursday, 9 May 2019 - In their letter, Egremont business owners write: "Lucinda understands how a vibrant business community can fit with the rural character of Egremont."

Eric Shimelonis for West Stockbridge Selectman

Thursday, 9 May 2019 - In her letter Carol Kuller writes: “It is clear that he will govern through consensus and inclusion, giving everyone more of a voice in their local government.”

Richard Long endorsed for New Marlborough selectman

Wednesday, 8 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, several New Marlborough residents write, "Electing Richard would bring a fresh new talent to our board, gained from long experience in senior executive management as well as his more recent deep service involvement in New Marlborough issues."

Re-elect Steve Bannon to Great Barrington Selectboard

Wednesday, 8 May 2019 - He has no agenda save for what is best for the town.

Endorsement for Martin Mitsoff, Sheffield selectman candidate

Wednesday, 8 May 2019 - His volunteer interests are broad and directly serve all constituencies and ages, from young person to our most senior citizens.

Bannon endorsed for Great Barrington Selectboard

Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In their letter to the editor Peter and Ellen Brewer write: “Steve has great communication skills, knows how to negotiate, and can deal with conflict.”

Re-elect Steve Bannon to Great Barrington Selectboard

Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In his letter, Richard Dohoney writes: “Steve Bannon works tirelessly to keep us heading in the right direction.”

Davis’ fresh perspective good for GB Selectboard

Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Shirley Edgerton writes, "She has expertise in key areas that impact community members’ lives such as finances, affordable housing and economic development."

Leigh Davis has demonstrated her commitment to serving the community

Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Lauren Clark writes, "Leigh immersed herself in our community from the start and has continually served as a volunteer and as an elected official, having spent a term on the Great Barrington Finance Committee."

GB Selectboard needs equal representation

Tuesday, 7 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Megan Whilden writes, "Over the past two years, we have seen women all over Berkshire County and across the country step up to public service as elected officials and we are stronger and better for it."

A waste of money to renovate Egremont village school

Monday, 6 May 2019 - In his letter, Richard Allen writes: “There are no serious studies showing what the total cost will eventually be.”

Plastic water bottle ban isn’t answer to plastic pollution

Sunday, 5 May 2019 - In his letter Steve Farina writes: “Our little town's ban that this is nothing more than a means to raise awareness of a global plastic problem.”

Let’s keep the ban on single-use plastic water bottles

Saturday, 4 May 2019 - Most of our plastic waste gets packed into landfills, burned, or ends up in the environment as litter and in waterways and oceans.

Steve Bannon deserves re-election to Great Barrington Selectboard

Thursday, 2 May 2019 - In their letter Paul and Carolyn Ivory write: “Steve has served our town with great distinction as a member and chair of the School Committee and Selectboard.“

Vermeulen committed to Egremont’s community, livelihoods, inclusiveness

Thursday, 2 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Marshall Bouton writes, "Her family business has succeeded over decades because it has adapted to changing tastes and markets, all the while remaining a valuable contributor to Egremont’s well-being."

Egremont bylaws need formatting update

Thursday, 2 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, T.R. Berkel writes, "The reason for having these bylaws looked at was to check if they were ready for our changing world."

Leigh Davis’ professional background, proven skills right for Great Barrington Selectboard

Thursday, 2 May 2019 - In a letter to the editor, Marcia Stamell writes, "One of the fresh ideas she would implement is an even greater use of outside grants to finance town projects without increasing the tax rate."