To the Editor:             What a beautiful weekend we had as a dream came to life and a humble wooden boat brought the world to Mattapoisett’s shores.             Thank you Arabella, and God’s speed wherever you may roam. Patricia W. Cole The views expressed in the “Letters to the Editor” column are not necessarily those […] Read more »

To the Editor,             A wonderful time was had by all during the Elizabeth Taber Library 4th annual Tables of Content fundraisers on May 7 and May 19.  This is a unique event where Marion residents and friends gather together at various homes in Marion for an intimate dinner followed by a discussion of a […] Read more »

To the Editor;             I am an avid walker [year round] I can’t tell you how much I personally appreciate the engineering marvel we have in our town.             The population that use the bike path in the winter are few, to say the least. Now the weather has entered a Spring phase, the population […] Read more »

To the Editor;             I have been a member of the Marion Community Preservation Committee (CPC) for the past 9 years, its Chair for the past 6 years. I understand that there was a great deal of discussion regarding the CPA articles and process at our recent Annual Town Meeting. Unfortunately, I was traveling on […] Read more »

To the Editor             Bikes are tools for freedom and fun; They are not toys. Like downhill skis they are designed equipment for particular “courses.” They must be used responsibly or people get hurt. The Mattapoisett Rail Trail is a SHARED use path: Please be aware of the numerous pedestrians.             I’m writing this out […] Read more »

To Mattapoisett Select Board,             On December 1, 2022, Sky Development Ltd. submitted a proposal per the requirements of the RFP#22-26 to develop the former fire station at 26 County Road into a full scale grocery store.             Pursuant to the RPF a Purchase and Sale should have been provided by January 31, 2023. On […] Read more »

To the Editor;             On April 20, 2023, The Mattapoisett Select Board met with the Town’s Finance Committee to review, among many items, an Article on the Warrant for Town Meeting on May 8, 2023 addressing elected officers’ compensation. One of those Elected Officers who has requested a raise in their yearly salary from $80,000 […] Read more »

To the Editor;             I am writing in response to William Nussbaum’s letter, which was published in the April 13th edition of The Wanderer on behalf of the Mattapoisett Selectboard. First off, we welcome you to Mattapoisett, it is a great Town and we know you will enjoy living here.             I know you have […] Read more »

Dear Editor,             I would like to talk about values. Values serve as a guide for human behavior and here are some examples of Values. Honesty, the quality of being honest. Integrity, the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; moral uprightness Kindness, the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate Generosity, the […] Read more »

To the Editor             The annual Mattapoisett town meeting approaches and this gathering will afford us all an opportunity to remedy the serious litter problem and public nuisance that has long accompanied the sale of nips. A warrant article will ask voters to ban the sale of these miniature liquor bottles which, as we all […] Read more »