Opinion

Opinion: Honoring Memorial Day

Memorial Day will soon be here A day to remember our fallen soldiers and hold them near They paid a hefty price Losing their life was the ultimate sacrifice Our hearts are filled with thanks and pride For the brave men and women on our side who...

Opinion: May 8 is World Ovarian Cancer Day

To the Editor: I'm an ovarian cancer survivor of 10-plus years as I continue my quest to raise awareness against this deadly disease and to help other women and their loved ones by knowing some of the symptoms to look out for like bloating, pelvic...
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Opinion: It’s worth waiting for all the information about Decas

To the Editor: On Monday, April 25 th , Town Meeting will get two petition articles relating to the Decas School, both from the same lead petitioner. I write to clarify whether both articles are even necessary and where they fall short of compliance...

Opinion: What’s the urgency around Decas?

To the Editor: Spring town meeting is on Monday, April 25th at 7 pm at Wareham High School. We will hear an interim report from the Decas Steering Committee about community use of the building. I urge you to vote yes on articles 23 and 24 to hear...

Opinion: Vote to approve both the solar bylaw and moratorium

To the Editor: Please vote for both solar by-law articles 15 on the special town meeting warrant and 19 on the regular warrant. Large-scale ground-mounted solar installations have brought significant destruction to Wareham’s environment with...

Opinion: Paraprofessionals need public support

To the Editor: The paraprofessionals that work with our students every single day are some of the hardest working, caring, and influential members of our school community. They spend their day helping ensure our children are getting the best...

Opinion: Town’s seniors deserve a better building

To the Editor: As the daughter of an elder who utilizes the COA, I am grateful for the many services they offer. Since engaging in COA activities, the progression of my father's memory loss has slowed down. His mood has improved and he looks forward...

Opinion: Vote yes on new solar bylaw

To the Editor: Many residents were concerned about the impact and size of some solar farms that have been installed across our town. A volunteer Solar By-Law Study Committee was formed to rewrite Section 590 of the Zoning By-Laws to explore a path...

Opinion: Thanks to supporters of John W. Decas Community Center Foundation

To the Editor: The John W. Decas Community Center Foundation would like to thank everyone who attended our fundraiser at Ryan’s Amusements last week. This fundraiser was the culmination of much effort from our foundation members and the folks at...

Opinion: The absurdity of Town Meeting

To the Editor: Tuesday night. The gym of the Wareham High School is pretty much filled. A great number of Wareham voters have flocked to the town meeting and have occupied more than 90% of the seats. There is only one issue on the agenda, whether...

Opinion: Thanks to citizens for insight into Wareham Village

To the Editor: Over the past several months Wareham’s Redevelopment Authority asked me to conduct an outreach project to gather citizens’ views and insight on Wareham Village and desired communication methods between citizens and town government...

Opinion: Buzzards Bay Coalition supports use of Community Preservation funds for Little Harbor purchase

To the Editor: The Buzzards Bay Coalition is pleased to support the Town of Wareham’s request for Community Preservation funding to purchase and preserve the Little Harbor Country Club as open space. The Buzzards Bay Coalition is a regional...

Opinion: Buzzards Bay Coalition supports Little Harbor purchase

To the Editor: The Buzzards Bay Coalition is pleased to support the Town of Wareham’s request for Community Preservation funding to purchase and preserve the Little Harbor Country Club as open space. The Buzzards Bay Coalition is a regional...

Opinion: Take care, so we at Southcoast can take care of you

Since Covid-19 arrived in our region nearly two years ago, Southcoast Health has depended on the community to help fight a pandemic that has sickened and killed too many of our family members, neighbors and friends. Once again, we need your...