To the Editor: I am a fellow Republican woman who always wanted to be married, but I wanted a career instead of children. Thankfully, when I headed off to college in 1974, I had access to birth control and thanks to Roe v. Wade I also had access to what could be a very excruciating choice. [Thankfully I never had to make that choice.] So it was time travel for me to hear Art … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: An Open Letter to Republican Women
Letters
Letter to the Editor: Linares Understands Budget Challenges
To the Editor: I support Art Linares for State Senate. He understands that we need to balance our State Budget and voted down the Budget that the General Assembly adopted. The Republicans did offer an alternative budget, but in a one party state there is no recognition of any ideas from the other party. According to a Gallup Poll 49% want to leave CT, if they could, … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Linares Understands Budget Challenges
Letter to the Editor: Essex First Selectman Endorses Bjornberg
To The Editor: As a business owner and the First Selectman of Essex, I am keenly aware of the difficulties companies and municipalities face here in Connecticut. Small towns like are taking on an unfair share of the burden and are feeling the weight of an increasing number of unfunded mandates from the state. We need a stronger voice in Hartford, and that’s why I am … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Essex First Selectman Endorses Bjornberg
Letter to the Editor: Linares Truly Cares About You and Our State
To the Editor: It is an honor and privilege for me to wholeheartedly endorse the re-election of our 33rd State Senator Art Linares. During his two year tenure as State Senator, Art has worked tirelessly to serve you, his constituents. He has been visible, available and listens to all, regardless of party affiliation. Art Linares has taken the “high road” in this … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Linares Truly Cares About You and Our State
Letter to the Editor: Boathouse Project Moving Too Fast, Costs Too Much, Benefits Too Few
An Open Letter to the Citizens of Old Lyme On Oct. 1, a special meeting was held by the Town to present new boathouse plans for rowers at Rogers Lake. Construction costs are estimated to be $883,000: with $478,000 being a CT STEEP grant, and the remaining $405,000 to be contributed by the town of Old Lyme from its rainy day account. The Town is in a hurry to move this … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Boathouse Project Moving Too Fast, Costs Too Much, Benefits Too Few
Letter to the Editor: Bjornberg has the Skills
To the Editor: Every now and then a candidate who represents the best goals of all parties appears. Fortunately we have this candidate in Emily Bjornberg who is running for the 33rd State Senate District. She is energetic, smart, can negotiate, and is a great communicator. Unlike some who run, her desire in doing so is just to make Connecticut a better place. Emily has the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Bjornberg has the Skills
An Open Letter to our Readers from Diane Birdsall
An Open Letter to Friends and Patrons of the Diane Birdsall Gallery I have taken on a job that will take me outside of the gallery in Old Lyme and into another phase of exhibiting. I will be working with a hotel developer, Charles Mallory -- he operates several beautiful and viable hotels in Greenwich, Southport, Stamford, Aspen [Marfa] Texas and a Vermont inn to be … [Read more...] about An Open Letter to our Readers from Diane Birdsall
Letter to the Editor: Bjornberg Shows Genuine Concern for Children’s Safety
To the Editor: State Senator Linares recently issued a press release calling for hearings on recent infant fatalities in families having dealings with the Department of Children and Families (DCF). Few would dispute the importance of understanding why these deaths occurred, and whether DCF can be doing a better job. But where was Linares' concern for children when he … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Bjornberg Shows Genuine Concern for Children’s Safety
Letter to the Editor: Retiring State Rep. Giuliano Supports Carney to Succeed Her
To the Editor: I write in support of Devin Carney for State Representative for Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and Westbrook in the upcoming August 12th Republican primary. Devin will work for all of us with energy, with integrity, and with an abiding interest not in politics, but in public service. In the 12 years that I've served in the General Assembly, I've been an … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Retiring State Rep. Giuliano Supports Carney to Succeed Her
Letter to the Editor: Lanier’s Revision of Campaign Filings Raises Concerns
To the Editor: The public deserves answers when a candidate for political office makes questionable decisions. I think it’s only fair that we deserve an answer from Victoria Lanier regarding her inaccurate and misleading filings to the Citizen's Clean Election Program. Lanier’s campaign failed to show expenses towards campaign buttons, campaign flyers, campaign palm … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Lanier’s Revision of Campaign Filings Raises Concerns
Letterto the Editor: Lanier Has Extensive Political Experience, Unlike Opponent Carney
To the Editor: Republicans have a choice August 12th, between an experienced, accomplished representative in Vicki Lanier, and a professionally and politically inexperienced option in Devin Carney. Hartford is not the place for the most basic civic training in an important job as our state representative. Ms. Lanier is a successful family law and business advocate, among … [Read more...] about Letterto the Editor: Lanier Has Extensive Political Experience, Unlike Opponent Carney
Letter to the Editor: Carney Can be Trusted to Work for the People
To the Editor: Joe Bruno, there you go again, playing fast and loose with the facts. Devin Carney recently accepted a debate, pending the results of a primary, with the Westbrook Council of Beaches for the general election. He doesn't step away from a challenge, but this particular “debate” you were referring to was being planned by Tim Griswold. Yes, the same Tim … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Carney Can be Trusted to Work for the People
Letter to the Editor: Lanier is Better Choice; Has Experience, Strong Credentials
To the Editor: Vicki Lanier is the better choice for Republican voters when we vote for our candidate to be State Representative of the 23rd District in the August 12th Primary. She was elected to the Lyme/Old Lyme School Board. She owns a successful small business and is a family law attorney who interfaces with many State agencies. She is a fourth generation resident of Old … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Lanier is Better Choice; Has Experience, Strong Credentials
Letter to the Editor: Similarities to Giuliano Make Lanier Best Candidate to Fill Giuliano’s Shoes
To the Editor: For a seamless transition to elect a new State Rep in the 23rd District, Republican voters should consider the similarities between the retiring Marilyn Giuliano and Vicki Lanier when voting on August 12th. Both are long-time Republicans with experience in elected office before running for state rep; Vicki was treasurer on Region 18 Board of Ed; Marilyn was … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Similarities to Giuliano Make Lanier Best Candidate to Fill Giuliano’s Shoes
Letter to the Editor: Carney Has the Character to Continue Giuliano’s Work as State Rep.
To the Editor: Devin Carney is a great choice to be our next State Representative for the 23rd District and we will proudly vote for him in the Republican primary on August 12th. Marilyn Giuliano has held this seat for 12 years and it is important the next person represents us with the same passion as she has. We believe Devin is that person. Devin is committed to the … [Read more...] about Letter to the Editor: Carney Has the Character to Continue Giuliano’s Work as State Rep.