Letters to the Editor

02/05/2010 12:04 PM EST - Groton Grange No. 7 has supported "Words for Thirds," an outreach program of The Dictionary Project, a national 501(c)3 non-profit organization, since 2004.   Full Story

02/05/2010 12:04 PM EST - When I was young I noticed that regardless of the situation, my mother would always have "the perfect words you needed to hear.   Full Story

02/05/2010 12:05 PM EST - I would like to personally thank all the many folks who braved the weather on Election Day and held a sign for Scott Brown.   Full Story

02/05/2010 12:05 PM EST - It was a full house at Groton Local's annual Martin Luther King, Jr. potluck dinner on Jan. 18. The contributions of many organizations and individuals (event chairman Tiffany Doggett, especially) made it a true community celebration.   Full Story

02/05/2010 12:38 PM EST - I'm a Groton Republican. I know we're a rare breed in these parts, but I am very thankful today that Scott Brown is heading to Washington.   Full Story

02/05/2010 01:09 PM EST - It seems our school officials and committee have put the cart before the horse when it comes to regionalizing Shirley and Ayer schools.   Full Story

02/05/2010 01:26 PM EST - On Friday, Saturday and Sunday friends and acquaintances expressed their enthusiasm and support for naming the elementary school The Hildreth Elementary School.   Full Story

02/05/2010 01:26 PM EST - As I sit here contemplating forcing myself to recycle my household garbage in six-degree weather I suddenly and pleasantly recall that the town recycling area has been completely changed.   Full Story

02/05/2010 01:29 PM EST - Healthy outlets are at a premium for kids these days. Between the rigors of MCAS preparation, a fast-paced curriculum beginning at the kindergarten level, to a whole host of societal issues that trickle down to even the littlest set of ears, talk of terror threats, financial problems, unemployment, etc.   Full Story

02/05/2010 01:30 PM EST - The Townsend Public Library Endowment's Board would like to thank all the Townsend residents and friends who helped us launch our Community Campaign on Jan.   Full Story

02/05/2010 01:43 PM EST - Editor's note: Ron Deyo of Shirley wrote the following tribute to Shirley veteran John Hebert upon his death last October.   Full Story

02/05/2010 01:44 PM EST - It's refreshing to hear one of our elected officials take a stand against "business as usual" and advocate taking a look at the way we do business.   Full Story

01/29/2010 10:32 AM EST - In response to recent articles in The Public Spirit, I would like to voice my opinion on no hunting in the town of Ayer.   Full Story

01/29/2010 10:33 AM EST - This open letter was originally addressed to Conservation Chairman Bill Daniels, fellow Conservation Commission members, the Board of Selectmen and the Public Spirit.   Full Story

01/29/2010 10:50 AM EST - Did you know that in 1845, a remedy for a sore throat was "a slice of salt pork, covered over quite thick with red pepper, and bound on the throat on going to bed.   Full Story

01/29/2010 10:50 AM EST - We would like to start off thanking the communities of the North Middlesex District for their overwhelming support and generosity this holiday season.   Full Story

01/29/2010 10:53 AM EST - Thank you for publishing Frank Frederick Maxant's letter about MassDevelopment in your Jan. 22 edition.   Full Story

01/25/2010 01:06 PM EST - The Groton Women's Club met on Friday, Dec. 18, for their annual Holiday Tea. The G-D High School Chorus, directed by Tim Savoy, gave an inspirational concert.   Full Story

01/25/2010 01:06 PM EST - To all the caring souls who worked tirelessly to plan, organize and hold the benefit for me, there are no words to describe my deep appreciation.   Full Story

01/25/2010 01:13 PM EST - By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE Beacon Hill Roll Call records local representatives and senators' votes on two roll calls from the week of January 11-15.   Full Story