Don’t purchase clothes decorated with feathers
Before regulatory laws were finally passed in the early 20th century, birds were indiscriminately killed globally for their feathers, to be used for fashion. Unfortunately, birds are excluded from our present U.S. animal welfare act, and the demand for their feathers...
Letter: Vote yes on Article 7
On Tuesday, May 12, Longmeadow will vote to strengthen our town’s finances and give residents stronger, cheaper internet options by approving a measure to bring municipal fiber to Longmeadow. I am writing to urge my fellow residents to support this measure, and to be...
Letter: Vote no on Article 7
Article 7 of the Warrant seems innocent but the $8.6 million is additional future property taxes to subsidize Longmeadow Fiber. Interest on the debt for twenty years approximates $4.6 million, making the property tax subsidy $13.2 million. Surprised? The Fiber Task...Supporting the legislative audit
Many thanks to Sarah Heinonen of the Reminder on her interview with Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio on her ongoing efforts to audit the Massachusetts state Legislature.