Saturday, September 26, 2020
Westbrook Letters
Letters • Published Oct. 09, 2019 08 a.m.
Builds Bridges, Not Fences
The Town of Deep River has endured extraordinary challenges in recent years. The sudden death of a revered first selectman, rising educational costs, and a reduction in state revenue to...
Letters • Published Sep. 25, 2019 08 a.m.
Stable and Strong
The Deep River Democrats are proud to introduce a slate of candidates for the Nov. 5 election including Angus McDonald for first selectman and Duane Gates for selectman. These candidates will...
Letters • Published Sep. 18, 2019 08 a.m.
Support a Great Organization
The Rotary Club of Deep River has been an integral part of the community since 1950, when the club was established. Our local club is part of Rotary International, which is an organization of...
Letters • Published Sep. 04, 2019 08 a.m.
Hard Work Lies Ahead
To correct the Aug. 15 article in the Courier [“Deep River Slates for the November Elections”], I’m an unaffiliated, petitioning candidate for first selectman in Deep ...
Letters • Published Aug. 21, 2019 08 a.m.
Hold a Town Referendum
In response to “Compromise May be Near for Horse Tax Issue” published on Aug. 1, I am a citizen who has been following the horse tax issue in my town. I have heard our first...
Letters • Published Aug. 21, 2019 08 a.m.
The Messages We’re Sending
Am I the only one that is baffled and somewhat appalled at the adjoining billboards in Deep River that are just north of exit 4? One is a call for teachers, and the other is an advertisement for...
Letters • Published July 17, 2019 08 a.m.
An Irreplaceable Resource
Regarding Peter Lewis’s letter to the editor (June 13, “Courier is Poisoning the Local Landscape”), I thank him for 34 years of public service. Having a son and daughter who...
Letters • Published June 26, 2019 08 a.m.
Enlightened Leadership
This letter is a response to your June 13 article “State Representative Palm Reviews Legislative Freshman Year.” As a voter in the 36th Assembly District, it was encouraging to see a ...
Letters • Published June 12, 2019 08 a.m.
Courier is Poisoning the Local Landscape
For 34 years, I have worked for, and resided in the Town of Deep River. While the personal loss of my best friend, Dick Smith, was tragic to me, I was concerned: Who would replace him at the helm? ...
Letters • Published June 05, 2019 08:30 a.m.
Destroying our Neighborhood
In response to concerns expressed by many in the Town of Deep River involving the office of the first selectman and members of the Inland Wetlands and Planning & Zoning commissions and that...
Letters • Published May 29, 2019 08 a.m.
Feeling Some Strain
It appears that Deep River First Selectman Angus McDonald is feeling some strain. That might explain his curious behavior at the last Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC) meeting at which, as I...
Letters • Published April 17, 2019 08 a.m.
A Different Kind of Change
In a recent issue of Deep River Town News, First Selectman Angus McDonald published an essay on change. It sounded to me like a warning that the kind of change he had in mind was both inevitable...
Letters • Published April 10, 2019 08 a.m.
Lack of Ethics and Professionalism
Having attended several different meetings since the new year in my town of Deep River, I have noticed an appalling lack of ethics and professionalism. Elected, appointed, and paid representatives ...
Letters • Published March 27, 2019 08 a.m.
Can’t Wait
I attended the Valley Regional Musical Production Newsies. As usual, I came home impressed and exhilarated.This production was the 22nd for Ingrid Walsh, producer and director....
Letters • Published Jan. 16, 2019 08 a.m.
Doesn’t Pass the Smell Test
The Deep River Planning & Zoning Commission will consider a floating zones amendment on Thursday, Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. at Town Hall.Floating zones are a thinly disguised means of allowing...
Letters • Published Jan. 09, 2019 08 a.m.
Owes the Answers
I encourage all Deep River residents to turn out for an important public hearing on Thursday, Jan. 17 at 7 p.m. to oppose a very troubling change to our zoning regulations regarding floating zones....
Letters • Published Jan. 09, 2019 08 a.m.
Look into this Closely
I am voicing my concern over the Deep River Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC) consideration to approve floating districts in our town. Floating zones would permit specific uses without...
Letters • Published Dec. 26, 2018 08 a.m.
Could Very Easily Happen
The last meeting of our Planning & Zoning Commission (PZC) on Dec. 13 included a public hearing to amend the zoning regulations to allow floating zones. Thirty-six members of the public were...
Letters • Published Dec. 26, 2018 08 a.m.
The Coming Year
The holiday season is a time when we enjoy good cheer and look forward to the promise of a bright new year. It is a time when we resolve to do the things that didn’t get done in the old...
Letters • Published Dec. 26, 2018 08 a.m.
Citizens Will Have Little Control
Our town is considering a change to zoning regulations that could have far-reaching impact: the amendment of existing zoning districts to include floating districts or zones. On Dec. 13, the Deep...
Letters • Published Dec. 05, 2018 08 a.m.
With Love and Support
Jerry Clark, Jr., and his family would like thank everyone who came out to support Jerry as he fights his battle with cancer. It was so heartwarming to see so many come out and support him at the...
Letters • Published Oct. 31, 2018 08 a.m.
Good, Practical Judgment
Good governance is both an art and a science. The art aspect means articulating a vision that inspires us to follow our better angels. The science aspect means being grounded in detailed knowledge,...
Letters • Published Oct. 31, 2018 08 a.m.
A Leader We Can Trust
I support Norm Needleman for State Senate, 33rd District. Unfortunately, our district in the Connecticut River Valley has not been well represented in recent years. We had inexperienced...
Letters • Published Oct. 31, 2018 08 a.m.
The Right Leadership and Representation
Deep River, Chester, Essex, and Haddam are vibrant communities with historic roots, diverse needs and interests, and the potential to thrive with the right leadership and representation. Voting in ...
Letters • Published Oct. 31, 2018 08 a.m.
Smart, Competent Leadership
I support Christine Alice Palm for state representative of the 36th House Assembly District (Essex, Deep River, Chester, and Haddam). These times demand elected officials who are up for the job...
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