We the People

To the Editor;             Are “We the People” Really Being Represented? In our democracy, We the People periodically elect fellow citizens (politicians) to represent us in the Halls of Congress, the White House and in our state government. But are our elected political leaders really representing us or are they beholden to the monied interests […] Read more »

LGBTQ Students

To the Editor             Thank you Tom and Frances Kearns, for your strength in speaking truth to power. Over the past few months, we have been increasingly concerned at the reports of racial bullying and harassment of LGBTQ students in our Mattapoisett schools and on the school buses. Additionally, we are alarmed at the attempts […] Read more »

Gender Queer

To the Editor;             Gender Queer is not a “regular” book with text. It is a 240-page graphic novel (like a large comic book), and its explicit illustrations of sex acts – which are arguably pornographic – should have no place in any school in ORR.             I read Gender Queer from cover to cover. […] Read more »

District School Committee

Dear Editor,             During the 14 December 2022 District School Committee meeting, Joseph Pires an elected representative of the Old Rochester School District made comments during the Equity Subcommittee report proposing that hate speech directed at members of his community be elevated to public discourse and considered when shaping district policy. This is appalling. The […] Read more »

Marion Garden Group

To the Editor,             We wish to thank everyone who participated in the Annual Holiday Boutique at the Marion Music Hall last Saturday. Members of the Marion Garden Group had been making unique ornaments and other decorations for months, and then arrangements of fresh greens were created in a week along with embellished wreaths, swags, […] Read more »

Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals

To the Editor;             Rochester Zoning Board of Appeals Clarification. Based on some recent postings, it is clear that there is a misunderstanding of the role of the Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA.) The ZBA is made up of un-paid individuals appointed by the Select Board. The current members of the ZBA are all professionals […] Read more »

Howard C. Tinkham

Dear Friends, Neighbors, Boy Scouts, Veterans and the Mattapoisett Community,             I would like to thank the American Legion Post 280, Veterans Service Officer, Chris Gerrior, the Showstoppers, the police and fire departments and all the attendees and celebrations helpers. My 100th birthday event was overwhelming.             Thank you to The Wanderer for the nice […] Read more »

Thank You

To all of the wonderful members of our community,             During this time of Thanksgiving and the Christmas season, we want to extend our deepest gratitude for the support we have received from the people of Mattapoisett and beyond.  There are few words to express the love and support we have received from so many! […] Read more »

Your Garbage Man

Dear Mattapoisett,             Over the last 8 years, I have been your local garbage collector, and I am writing this letter to inform you that on January 7, 2023, I will be retiring. I want to thank the town of Mattapoisett for their consideration, generosity, and kindness throughout my entire time as your garbage man. […] Read more »

Election

To the Editor,             Mattapoisett has just concluded a vigorously contested election.  My congratulations and thanks to all the local candidates and their supporters for both participating and conducting themselves in a manner that a republican democracy strives to achieve.             I was fortunate to be a poll observer during the day of the election.  […] Read more »