Dear Editor:             In the February 6, 2025, edition of The Wanderer, the article “Aquifer Protection and Short-Term Rentals” stated that the Office of the Attorney General found no wrongdoing or violations of the Commonwealth’s Open Meeting Law (OML). That determination ineffectively addressed the profound concern raised by a board member.             The component triggering […] Read more »

To the Editor;             Reflection on Valentine’s Day.             The aura of caring deeply manifests its magnetism through many channels. Valentine’s Day offers an opportunity to consciously make time for sentimentally expressing the warm tones in the heart. While we purchase cards, chocolates and flowers, if only we were thunderstruck to comprehend love from a […] Read more »

To the Editor;             Having previously written about the benefits to the overall community and the importance of legacy, let’s get practical and focus on the direct personal economic benefits of historic districts, especially in this part of the world:             Property Value: Research has shown that property values in historic districts often rise faster […] Read more »

An open letter to the residents of the proposed Marion Village Historic District:             This is a follow up to the recent public meetings where several people voiced concerns about the proposed historic district bylaw. As chair of the Marion Historical Commission, the town’s appointed preservation board, I hope I can reassure you that your […] Read more »

To the Editor:             The Rochester Firefighters Association wants to keep town residents safe, but we need your help.             As a Rochester resident for over 50 years and as a member of the Rochester Firefighters Association, I want to share an urgent matter that affects the safety and well-being of our entire community. Rochester […] Read more »

To the Editor:             Thank you to all who attended the presentation of the Preliminary Historic District Study Report on Wednesday, January 15. The turnout was impressive, as were the thoughtful questions, concerns, and suggestions. More opportunities for comment will be forthcoming.             Many comments focused on how the historic district bylaw would affect individuals […] Read more »

To the Editor:             The Annual Jewelry and Accessory Sale held by the Friends of the Mattapoisett Library in December was a tremendous success thanks to the support and generosity of the community. Thank you to all those that donated items, volunteered their time, and participated in the sale. 100% of the proceeds will go […] Read more »

To the Editor:             The Sippican Woman’s Club sincerely thanks the five Marion homeowners who graciously opened their homes for the Club’s annual Holiday House Tour on December 7.             The Sippican Woman’s Club members; sponsors; florists; designers; volunteers, including student volunteers; the Marion Police, DPW, and other Town departments; Tabor Academy and the Beverly […] Read more »

To the Editor;             Thank you, Tobey Hospital. We are very fortunate to have a state-of-the-art emergency facility so close to our homes: The Baldwin Makepeace Emergency Center at Tobey Hospital – a remarkable asset to its surrounding communities. The care both in the ER and on the third floor was outstanding during my recent […] Read more »

To the Editor;             Local Police Should Not Engage in Federal Immigration Enforcement. Project 2025 is coming, and we urge local police to adopt or maintain policies limiting local law enforcement engagement in any federal immigration enforcement. Collaborating with federal agencies such as ICE diverts critical resources away from public safety efforts, erodes trust between […] Read more »