To the editor: I attended the September 10 Westport Board of Health public hearing concerning the keeping of farm animals. I did so because I am concerned as a Westport resident both about … more

To the editor: I hate being a party pooper. I love camping and partying and having fun too. But when did leave no trace behind become passé for the first rule in camping? So many people were … more

To the editor: The release of the draft Keeping of Animals regulation for public comment has caused concerns among the farming community about how the regulation would affect their privacy and the … more

For those truly interested in what Westport’s proposed Keeping of Animals rules actually say, they are spelled out on the town’s website. For versions unmoored from reality, check one of … more

To the editor: I would like to take the opportunity provided by Marilyn Pease’s recent letter to the editor to try to undo any confusion that may exist regarding what is presently happening with … more

To the editor: The Division of Animal Health in the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources handles and regulates the keeping of animals. Local BOH offices don't need more regulations … more

Editor’s note: This letter is in response to a Sept. 5, 2019 editorial, “No laughing matter,” regarding alternative energy. To the editor: If wind and solar are our … more

As with a lot of things during this administration, progress on alternative energy must happen in spite of, not because of, any Oval Office involvement. That was made clear yet again when our G-7 … more

To the editor: If you are the mother or father of a high school athlete here in Rhode Island, this message is primarily for you. When you attend an athletic event that involves your son or … more

To the editor: In his almost wistful yet defensive letter in these pages last week, Mr. Katz asked why people would just lie.  I wonder how many letters, phone calls, and emails directed to 1600 … more