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Letters to the Editor April 10, 2008  RSS feed

What's the point, really?
      A few weeks ago the Press published a point-counterpoint article written by myself and Town Administrator Bruce Keiser. Since some of my points have morphed beyond "the point," there's a need for clarifications. First, because my original letter regarding the budget was over 2,000 words I asked the Press to consider publishing it as a "Viewpoint" article.
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Teachers need your support
      As a teacher, I feel the need to respond to letters regarding teachers and the state of our educational system. First, teacher contracts and unions do much more than just "protect" and "limit the restrictions" on teachers. Teachers care about students' learning conditions and want students to reach high standards. Teachers' unions fight to help students learn better.
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Rabies clinic a success
      The Town Clerk's Office would like to extend their thanks and gratitude to everyone who helped and volunteered their time at the Rabies Clinic on Saturday, April 5. The Town Clerk's Office registered 51 dogs in just one hour.
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Fuzzy's fondly remembered
      Every Thursday I look forward to hopping online to read the Press. More and more I see sad news. Those of us who have grown up on the rock are getting older, and as such the death of loved ones and friends becomes more common. Let's just say last Thursday was not a good day. I want to share a memory that many of us have.
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