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Letter: Disrespectful eyesore on Hixbridge

We drove across the Hixbridge bridge today and just before heading east over the bridge, on the left, were a series of mangled trees. Ripped to shreds (same horrible machine that … more

4/16/25

Letter: On the paper's letters policy, and national politics

This paper’s decision, based on some opaque policy, to print letters to the editor on local issues only is their rightful business. This decision may rest on the belief that national … more

4/15/25

Letter: Remember the ladies

To the editor: I am writing regarding the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act which just passed the US House and is headed for the US Senate. I urge you to contact all senators to demand … more

4/15/25

Letter: Federal actions will impact us locally in many ways

I am writing again to express my concern about the damage that DOGE is doing to Social Security. They are now changing policies on what actions can be handled online, which will force thousands of … more

4/11/25

Letter: A call to action this Saturday

This Saturday, April 5, there will be a nationwide peaceful protest and rally against the Trump regime and Elon Musk. The 50501 Movement, HandsOff, and The Women’s March are collaborating … more

4/2/25

Letter: Why Shana Teas has our vote next Tuesday

We write to support Shana Teas to be re-elected to the Westport Select Board on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Shana has proven herself to be an incredible asset to the Town of Westport. She is smart, … more

4/2/25

Westport Community Schools superintendent Tom Aubin advocates for schools at a past Town Meeting.

Letter: Thomas Aubin will be hard to replace

Westport is losing a giant. Superintendent Tom Aubin will leave big shoes to fill in our schools. He has been an unrelenting champion for our kids, determined that each student should get the best … more

4/2/25

Letter: Protecting public lands toward state climate goals

Article 97 of the Amendments to the Massachusetts Constitution, establishes the public’s right to a clean environment and protects public lands designated for conservation, natural resources, … more

3/26/25

Letter: Most all of us are descendants of immigrants

To the editor: It’s a wonderful month — “Irish Heritage Month,” and like many of you I am a descendent of Irish immigrants. My grandparents left Ireland in … more

3/9/25

Letter: Trump’s wrongs are too many to be listed

To the editor: Mr. Trump is right about a few things. First, the long-standing dispute between Israel and the Palestinians can be resolved by asserting that Palestinians don’t matter. … more

3/7/25

Letter: USAID’s destruction will impact all of us

Most Americans a month ago had zero awareness of the US Aid Program — what it did; who it benefitted; what it cost. But since Trump and Musk tried to cut off funding for these programs, we have … more

3/5/25

Letter: The truth about whales, acoustics, and the cost of windpower

Robert Rand, an acoustical engineer from Brunswick, Maine, [Rand Acoustics] spoke during a presentation at a meeting in Dartmouth on October 23, 2024 at the Stackhouse Club. Robert has developed … more

3/3/25

Letter: More questions after wind reps come to town

Representatives from Vineyard Offshore, parent company of Vineyard Wind I and II, spoke in Westport at the Offshore Wind Advisory Committee meeting on Thursday, February 20. Approximately … more

2/25/25

Letter: Why I'm stepping aside from select board race

After careful consideration, I have decided to withdraw my nomination papers for Select Board in order to remain on the Westport School Committee. While I sincerely appreciate the encouragement … more

2/19/25

Letter: Our democracy is worthy of a champion

Democracy is messy because everyone has an opinion. Governing in a democracy is hard because finding common ground among swirling opinions is often exceedingly contentious. This dilemma can … more

2/5/25

Impacted by opioids? Westport wants your input

Members of the Westport Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Committee (OSFAC) will hold a focus group next Monday, Feb. 10, in the Westport Library’s north room. It runs from 5 to 6:30 p.m. … more

2/4/25

Letter: Worried about election consequences? There is help locally

We 33 members of the Westport Democratic Town Committee watched with great interest the inauguration of Donald Trump as our nation’s 47th president. His life embodies, his campaign espoused, … more

1/27/25

Letter: Feasibility study will help Westport plan its future

I am pleased to share an update regarding the future of Westport’s municipal buildings. This week, the Westport Select Board is set to approve a contract with RGB Architects, Inc. for a … more

1/8/25

Letter: Westport is rising to the offshore wind challenge

Westport's newly formed Offshore Wind Advisory Committee (OSWAC) met for the second time this past Thursday, Dec. 12. It will convene again on Jan. 16, 2025, at 5:30pm in Westport Town Hall. At its … more

12/18/24

Letter: Thanks, from 8th Bristol District candidate Thrasher

Today, this chapter of our campaign for the 8th Bristol Representative comes to a close. I want to take a moment to reflect on what we’ve accomplished together, express my heartfelt … more

11/26/24

Letter: Why doesn’t the paper print letters on national politics?

Beginning in May of this year, this newspaper has refused to publish letters to the editor about national politics, stating that such letters must focus on local issues and news only. Citizen … more

11/5/24

Letter: Monday's power outage had major impacts

On Monday, an announcement was sent describing a brief power outage , which was corrected by generators at the Westport High School during school hours. The message did not begin to … more

10/31/24

Editor’s note: The signs may be disturbing to some, but they are not owned by, nor were they installed by, the orchard’s owners. The owners hung this sign at their stand to let customers know they aren’t responsible for them.

Letter: Orchard is great, the vulgar signs not so much

I appreciate the publication of the Westport Shorelines. I read with interest the Westport Shorelines October 24 Westport Farming Profile of the Noquochoke Orchards by Deanna Levanti. Like all … more

10/30/24

Letter: ‘Conflict’ story didn’t tell the real story

The article titled “Town moderator targets possible conflicts of interest” mischaracterizes the issue it seeks to address making it sound personal despite the best efforts of all … more

10/29/24

Letter: Westport Winter Market starts soon

The Westport Summer Farmers Market ended a great 2024 run on Saturday, Oct. 12, after 19 consecutive and successful markets. The good news is that a Westport Winter Market will open soon. The … more

10/23/24