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I get it; no one likes taxes, particularly ones that are persistent and never seem to go down. “Death and taxes” is the apt phrase. However, as a citizen and homeowner he...
On Feb. 15, 2022, the people voted yes to securing up to $15.9 million in bonds to refurbish the Academy building into a community center. At the time, we were assured th...
Right before the April budget referendum, signs popped up around town warning of a 4.5% tax increase. The tactic allowed no time for a response. For more information, I a...
The Guilford Fund for Education (GFFE) is an incredible organization, and I want to thank its members for their commitment to encouraging innovation in education. I have ...
I urge North Haven voters to vote “yes” at the budget referendum on Tuesday, May 21. The proposed budget must pass to avoid cuts to services that directly impact all resi...
I write to bring perspective to the voters in advance of the Tuesday, May 14, budget referendum. While I serve on the Board of Education (BOE), this is my personal outloo...
As a result of the disappointment expressed by many Guilford citizens regarding the conduct of Town officials at the annual town budget meeting on April 2, the Board of S...
In 2002, we moved from Greenwich to Madison. Before moving, we considered all shoreline towns between Guilford and Essex. We chose Madison for its distinctly residential ...
The United Way of Greater New Haven ALICE data represents the growing number of single adults and families who earn less than the basic costs of living. ALICE stands for ...
On Monday, May 13, North Haven will hold a public budget hearing at North Haven High School, with a town vote following on Tuesday, May 21. This budget is expected to inc...
Vote with your own budget in mind. Be your own advocate once again. We were heard after we voted the budget down at the last budget referendum. Let's shout this time. In ...
On Tuesday, May 14, Madison holds its annual budget referendum for the Town and school budgets. I encourage residents to vote “yes” for both these responsible budgets whi...
Thank you for a very successful free tree giveaway on April 27. We gave away 50 beautiful trees from a local nursery. First Church of Christ Congregational Church graciou...
As a dog owner, I have become accustomed to altering my dog walking route in order to avoid off-leash dogs. Off-leash dogs may be very friendly, but were they to approach...
The Friends of Scranton Library (SLF) held its first book sale in 1991. Since then, the book sale has become a major fundraiser. We depend on it to meet our $40,000 pledg...
There is a lot of ugly that has sprouted in Guilford in the last few years — and it’s not all political. The overabundance of temporary signage (aka sandwich board signs,...
I suspect the budget increase being rejected at referendum was a pleasant surprise to many after numerous previous years’ increases were approved. The fact that we have a...
I am writing to bring attention to an issue that has long been overlooked in our town: use of the term “Board of Selectmen.” This title may seem innocuous to some, but th...
After years of misguided and ineffective efforts to improve cellular service in Chester, the town is on a new path. On April 23, the Board of Selectmen heard a presentati...
Hubbard Park on North Main Street in Essex is an oasis of green grass that residents of all ages enjoy. It’s got something for everyone. It’s been home to the Little Leag...
Dennis Donovan is dead on: “Seems like we’re going back to politics over people.” (“IWC Appointment Splits Town Council,” April 18) Throughout this article, the word “peo...
The Old Saybrook Rotary Club extends a huge thank you to all our local businesses, community members, sponsors, and Saybrook Point Resort and Marina for a most successful...
On April 16, Guilford registered voters went to the polls to approve or disapprove the proposed 2024-'25 Town Budget. Just after 8 p.m., the results started coming in fro...
In Old Saybrook the right to continue having timely and responsible voting is on the ballot. Why, you ask? Both political parties will be electing a new Registrar of Vote...
The Town of Essex has received a grant for improvements to Hubbard Park. Work on the park is slated to begin in July of 2024, and the Town has scheduled a public hearing ...
