Category: Opinion

Orchids and onions

Aug 5, 2026 | Opinion

Orchids to Bantam Lake Ski Club members Tim Benjamin and Eric Pattison for their outstanding work as co-directors of the club's annual show (see sports page). Benjamin, Pattision and the club's members put on a spectacular - and...

Plan for EMS coverage deserves support

Jul 28, 2026 | Opinion

To the Editor: July 28 I am writing to wholeheartedly endorse the proposed plan to expand emergency medical services coverage for the residents of Litchfield, Bantam and Morris by establishing dedicated positions within our...

Lovig deserving of support in 66th race

Jul 26, 2026 | Opinion

To the Editor: July 26 I'm writing in response to your July 19 article, "Duel taking shape in 66th District race," in support of candidate Suzanne Lovig. What stood out to me in your coverage is the difference in how the two...

Legislative candidate feeling grateful

Jul 24, 2026 | Opinion

To the Editor: July 24 I am honored to be the endorsed Democratic candidate for state representative in District 66. On May 20, I was nominated by Woodbury Selectman Richard Coates and seconded by Bonnie Sherman to run in this...

Legislators need be be active on grants

Jul 24, 2026 | Opinion

To the Editor: July 24 Mention was made in a letter to the editor suggesting the role of a representative is passive, only responding to requests needing support to shepherd completed grants to the state, using Flanders as the...

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