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Westbrook Letters
Letters • Published Nov. 13, 2019 08 a.m.
A Little Better Every Day
He was mowing the Post Office lawn when I saw him last. I thought he was too old to be doing that and remembered earlier days when he was the clerk I wanted to handle my mail.Friendly,...
Letters • Published Nov. 06, 2019 08 a.m.
Common Sense
In reading State Senator Norm Needleman’s Oct. 24 column “A New Approach to Transportation,” I must say that I was quite perplexed. He states there is going to be a new...
Letters • Published Nov. 06, 2019 08 a.m.
Denying the Electorate
“Letters with negative content are not accepted for the two issues preceding the elections to allow for candidate rebuttal.” - Expanded Guidelines for Election Season Letters to the...
Letters • Published Oct. 30, 2019 08 a.m.
Uphold the Values
My name is Jacqueline Prast and I’m a candidate for the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA). I sincerely appreciate the ability to serve my greater community and to additionally uphold the values ...
Letters • Published Oct. 30, 2019 08 a.m.
Just What Is Needed
The Town of Old Saybrook has the opportunity to elect an experienced municipal labor relations attorney to its Police Commission. Loraine Cortese-Costa is seeking a position on the Police...
Letters • Published Oct. 30, 2019 08 a.m.
Tremendous Talent
Every two years, we elect our local government. Our town government likely has far more impact on our day-to-day life than either the state or federal. However, we may read and hear more about the ...
Letters • Published Oct. 30, 2019 08 a.m.
A Shared Vision
With pride and excitement, I write to ask you, once again, to vote for the team of First Selectman Carl Fortuna, Selectman Scott Giegerich, and Treasurer Bob Fish on November 5th.Carl...
Letters • Published Oct. 30, 2019 08 a.m.
Talented, Experienced People
The Town of Old Saybrook uses a selectman/town meeting form of government, in which the citizens’ town meeting acts as the legislative body and the boards of Selectmen and Finance are the...
Letters • Published Oct. 30, 2019 08 a.m.
Thoughtful, Open, and Honest
As the first selectman of Old Saybrook for the last eight years, I want to say that it has been my honor and privilege to serve the town’s residents with Selectman Scott Giegerich and...
Letters • Published Oct. 23, 2019 08 a.m.
Much More to Contribute
My name is Carl VonDassel and I am running for a seat on the Old Saybrook Police Commission. I am currently a member of the commission and I have much more to contribute. I am a lifelong resident...
Letters • Published Oct. 23, 2019 08 a.m.
Effective, Responsive, and Affordable
I support the slate of Democratic candidates running for the Old Saybrook Police Commission. All four candidates, Loraine Cortese-Costa, Adam Ladd, Dan Moran, and Alfred (Chub) Wilcox, will...
Letters • Published Oct. 23, 2019 08 a.m.
Communicate and Compromise
On Nov. 5, I will be voting for Matthew Pugliese to fill the seat of Democratic selectman in Old Saybrook. I am currently serving in this position and will be stepping down. In this unique role on ...
Letters • Published Oct. 23, 2019 08 a.m.
Giving All Due Respect
I was saddened to read a recent letter from a reader, who is a citizen of Old Saybrook, urging dissolution of the Old Saybrook Police Commission [Oct. 10 letter “Disband the Police...
Letters • Published Oct. 23, 2019 08 a.m.
Poet Laureate for Life
Thank you, Harbor News, for the wonderful article describing Old Saybrook Town Poet Laureate Pat O’Brien, and her inspiring, creative programs expanding the appreciation of poetry...
Letters • Published Oct. 23, 2019 08 a.m.
A Human Touch
On Nov. 5, I will be voting for Carl Fortuna for first selectman. I have known Carl a long time and, simply put, good character defines him. It is my personal opinion that as the chief executive...
Letters • Published Oct. 23, 2019 08 a.m.
Professionalism and Civility
My name is Star Rueckert and I am a candidate for the Parks & Recreation Commission in Old Saybrook. Every two years, municipal elections occur in which require many community volunteers to...
Letters • Published Oct. 16, 2019 08 a.m.
Functions Well for Citizens
Every two years, we elect our local government. Our town government likely has far more impact on our lives than either the state or federal does. We may read and hear more about the state and...
Letters • Published Oct. 16, 2019 08 a.m.
Honest and Dedicated
I encourage your readers to vote for First Selectman Carl Fortuna on Nov. 5. I have known Carl for more than 10 years and know him to be honest and dedicated. I have called him on numerous...
Letters • Published Oct. 16, 2019 08 a.m.
Advocate and Cheerleader
I encourage your readers to join me in voting for First Selectman Carl Fortuna, Selectman Scott Giegerich, and Treasurer Bob Fish on Nov. 5. We live in an amazing town with people who care about...
Letters • Published Oct. 16, 2019 08 a.m.
Understanding and Appreciation
Our Police Commission in Old Saybrook was formed, in part, with the goal of fostering better public relations through providing understanding and appreciation of the role of our law enforcement...
Letters • Published Oct. 16, 2019 08 a.m.
True Desire to Help
We are writing to support Alfred “Chub” Wilcox who is running to continue his seat on the Old Saybrook Police Commission. We have known Chub for a number of years and can attest to...
Letters • Published Oct. 09, 2019 08 a.m.
Disband the Police Commission
How ironic that the Old Saybrook Police Commission, which oversees public services and safety, conducts meeting that violate taxpayers’ civil rights to express concerns under public...
Letters • Published Oct. 09, 2019 08 a.m.
An Incredible Addition
Our Harbor Management Commission (HMC) is tasked with overseeing all matters relating to Old Saybrook’s waterfront areas, docking facilities, and breakwaters. Lou Vinciguerra offers a...
Letters • Published Oct. 09, 2019 08 a.m.
Serves an Important Role
I’m writing to introduce myself as a Republican candidate for the Old Saybrook Police Commission. My name is Susan Quish and I’m a lifelong resident of Connecticut. My husband and I...
Letters • Published Oct. 09, 2019 08 a.m.
Honest and Dedicated
I encourage your readers to vote for First Selectman Carl Fortuna, Selectman Scott Giegerich, Treasurer Bob Fish, and the entire Republican slate on Nov. 5.I have known Carl for more than...
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