Letters to the Editor
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I was disappointed at the outcome of the override and am not surprised at the severe challenges the town is facing as a result. The town and schools seem to be in denial that the defeat of the … more
To the editor: From time immemorial, the Jewish people have endured countless atrocities - from the oppressive rule of Pharaoh, the wickedness of Haman, the horrors perpetrated by Hitler, and … more
Biased and defamatory. These two words describe EcoRI writer Mary Lhowes’ portrayal of Green Oceans President Lisa Quattrocki Knight’s September 19th presentation on wind industry … more
As Hurricane Lee passed by this weekend, it left behind a variety of trees that have been uprooted or completely fallen as a result of the wind. Trees are the stalwarts of our New England landscape, … more
Crossing Hix Bridge at night you might glance northwest and notice an odd blue light on a hill, like a little arrow pointing to a constellation. Did Jenny Holzer buy property in … more
We Americans are different. We’re different from all other industrialized countries, and we’re different from one another. The U.S., for example, is the only industrialized … more
For those of you who have been unable to view your favorite sports events over the Labor Day weekend, such as the US Open Tennis Matches and golf tournaments, because of the hissing match between … more
To the editor: The last acceptable citadel of fashionable public prejudice seems to have been confirmed in the Portsmouth Times’ editorial cartoon drawn by Charlie Hall this past week. The … more
To the editor: September has been designated Hunger Action Month by Feeding America, the largest charity working to end hunger in the United States. That makes it the perfect time to consider … more
Thanks to Shorelines for several in depth articles regarding town finances and efforts to make a decision regarding the “old” Westport High School. What I found surprising was the … more
Automobile speedometers are not marked STOP or GO; nor are they marked SLOW or FAST.  They have gradations — in MPH or KPH — from 0 to 150 or so.  We use common sense, road … more
I am writing to you both in strong opposition to OffShore Wind (OSW) because I am a resident of Watertown with a house in Westport. Why am I writing now? Because a baby … more
To the editor: Recently my wife and I went to Blue Trail Launch Site, which is at the end of Corys Lane in Portsmouth. My wife was scared of this surrounding area, scared to be in an area she … more
I was planning on taking a break from letters to Shorelines, but then along came the Cameron letter of last week. It contains more of the same as previous Vote YES letters, but with examples of … more
My name is Shelly Morris, and I am honored and humbled to be named the new Director of Athletics/Student Activities Coordinator . I would first like to thank Superintendent Thomas Aubin, … more
A Greek proverb says "A society grows great when old men plant trees in whose shade they may never sit." I am heartsick that the voters turned down a pretty small investment in Westport … more
Thank you! The collective wisdom of voters has prevailed with a ‘NO’ vote on the recent Proposition 2.5 override. The Westport Fiscal Stability Group, an almost nameless/faceless team, … more
Thanks to Chief Legendre and David Cole for their thoughtful, detailed letters regarding the Proposition 2.5 override in the July 13th issue of Shorelines. I find this better than all the … more
We understand that paying taxes is no one’s favorite activity, and we are all wary of any proposition that seems like it might take more money out of our pockets. However, the proposed FY24 … more
As a lifelong resident of Westport, a graduate of Westport High School, and a mother of two children currently in the school system, I do my best to understand the decisions made by the schools and … more
Elliot Whipple wrote last week, commenting on my letter of the previous week, and, contrary to my recommendation, advising the residents of Westport to “Vote NO on the Proposition 2.5 override … more
The letter in the July 6 Shorelines from former Westport Select board member Brian Valcourt contains little in the way of new information for voters to consider in the upcoming override vote. There … more
The committee advocating to pass the $3 million override in Westport will hold an open public forum on July 11, 2023, from 7-9 pm at the Westport Middle-High School, 400 Old County Road. The public … more
I have lived here since 1968, graduated from WHS, and raised my family here for good reason. The people are hard-working, amazing humans with a great sense of community spirit. There is a small … more
Constance Gee has raised the alarm concerning marine mammal deaths that appear to be linked to high-resolution geophysical mapping in preparation for the pile-driving of the Vineyard and Southfork … more
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