Support the veterans memorial

by Letters to the Editor | Jun 19, 2024 | Letter to the Editor, Opinion

The target date to begin construction of the East Longmeadow Veterans Memorial at 328 N. Main St. is scheduled to begin sometime between April and June of 2025.

The biggest summer controversy? Ketchup on your hot dog

by G. Michael Dobbs | Jun 17, 2024 | G. Michael Dobbs, Opinion

Ah, summer in Western Massachusetts and some traditional summer topics are emerging from the back of my brain.

Support Lam for Select Board

by Letters to the Editor | Jun 6, 2024 | Letter to the Editor, Opinion

I served on Longmeadow’s Select Board for nine years and I am asking my fellow citizens to vote for Andrew Lam for Select Board on June 11.

This geezer is trying to bridge the information gap

by G. Michael Dobbs | Jun 4, 2024 | G. Michael Dobbs, Opinion

So, recently I was at the one and only Smokey Joe’s Cigar Lounge — in beautiful downtown Springfield — enjoying a good cigar, an adult beverage and lively conversation. (Truth be told, I am twice a week on a very regularly basis.)

Not seeking reelection

by Letters to the Editor | May 30, 2024 | Letter to the Editor, Opinion

It has been a privilege to serve on the Longmeadow School Committee for the past three years. I had hoped to continue to serve in this capacity for another term, but I was recently diagnosed with breast cancer–expected treatment outcomes are very good.

I’m Voting Peterson

by Letters to the Editor | May 30, 2024 | Letter to the Editor, Opinion

Last year, I led the effort to secure funds to upgrade the Longmeadow elementary school playgrounds to become compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act, which was voted on during Town Meeting in May.