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Letters to the Editor, Nov. 30, 2012

Mon, Dec 3

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To: the Editor— I am very sad and very dissatisfied with the BIHS situation, which hasn’t been resolved since July. Here is what we’ve been led to believe: 1. Monty was fired by the BIHS board in the middle of our busiest season and escorted to his car. Not a very delicate way of getting rid of a...
Letters, Nov. 21, Thanksgiving issue, 2012

Tue, Nov 27

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To: the Editor— The write up about the island’s rat population rise mentioned that the “doirty” rats have no predators except for humans and the island’s hawk and owl population. You should know that my four cats bring to my door at the very minimum three dead rats a week. And I reward them well...
Letters to the Editor, Nov. 16, 2012

Tue, Nov 13

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This letter was sent to the Town Council and copied to the Times — When the proposal for Deepwater first surfaced, I responded to a survey and voted in favor of the project. However, since following the course of the project, I am opposed to it. Like many projects we see, at...
Letters to the Editor, Nov. 9, 2012

Tue, Nov 13

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To: the Editor— We really can’t keep our heads in the sand on this issue — there is, after all, not enough sand. I read with some dismay that the CRMC is fast-tracking the process by which coastal homeowners with significantly damaged properties can begin to rebuild. The properties that were...
Letters to the Editor, Nov. 2, 2012

Wed, Nov 7

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To: the Editor— Meg’s and my first acquaintance with Herman and Doris was at a St. Ann’s potluck dinner held at their house in mid-January of 2008. We were on the island to be interviewed and otherwise evaluated in regard to becoming the vicar of the parish. We enjoyed them and their hospitality...
Letters to the Editor, Oct. 26, 2012

Mon, Oct 29

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To: the Editor— On October 6 I went to the Candidates’ Night because I had a job to do there. I had already made up my mind as to who I was going to vote for. However, after listening to the candidates’ opening statements, their list of qualifications and the answers to their questions, I found to...
Letters to the Editor, Oct. 19, 2012

Mon, Oct 22

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To: the Editor— I am writing to my fellow friends and surfers, parkers, lurkers, photographers, walkers, bikers, eaters and whoever has used the Solviken lot to chill out. I donated to the conservation fundraising effort this fall, and urge you to do the same. I think that after seven years of...
Letters to the Editor, Oct. 12, 2012

Mon, Oct 15

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To: the Editor— A careful consideration on the proposed wind farm is no doubt the proper thing to do. It’s my feeling that not enough attention has been paid to the other major benefit regarding this enormous project. First let me express my support for the wind farm on two relevant issues: 1...
Letters to the Editor, Oct. 6, 2012

Mon, Oct 8

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To: the Editor— I am compelled to write to correct numerous false, inaccurate or misleading statements made in public and provided to the Block Island Times . I said I would sign a waiver if an open meeting was scheduled between the BIHS board and the Town. The First Warden indicated to...
Letters to the Editor, Sept. 29, 2012

Tue, Oct 2

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To: the Editor- In response to your editorial on the 22nd of September, “Time for Leadership,” I would say that it is a time for editorial responsibility instead of inaccuracy and bias. Actually, the Medical Center is better off than it was two months ago. Decisions are being made, and improvements...
Letters to the Editor, Sept. 21, 2012

Mon, Sep 24

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To: the Editor— Over the last week I have been approached by island voters asking me if I would run as a write-in candidate for First Warden. I am honored by their support. However, I am committed only to running for a position as Town Councilor at large. I hope to see you all at the polls in...
Letters to the Editor, Sept. 15, 2012

Mon, Sep 17

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To: the Editor— As a newcomer to Block Island many years ago, I remember being impressed by the energy and enthusiasm devoted to fundraising efforts to develop a medical facility. With much perseverance dedication and vision, this small community developed a facility most small communities only...
Letters to the Editor, Sept. 7, 2012

Mon, Sep 10

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To: the Editor— As a witness to the public side of the very difficult events relating to the BIHS, I was heartened to read Steve Davidson’s letter to the editor of August 18. Might it not behoove us to stand by the principle of “innocent until proven guilty” when assessing the board’s actions? ...
Letters to the Editor, Aug. 31, 2012

Mon, Sep 3

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To: the Editor— On July 28 this paper wrote about the possible closing of the Empire Theatre due to the required upgrade by the film industry for digital projection. In the August 25 Business Section of the New York Times , an article called “Resort Towns Face a Last Picture Show” outlined...
Letters to the Editor, Aug. 25, 2012

Mon, Aug 27

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To: the Editor— I am surprised and dismayed at the vitriol leveled at members of the Board of Directors of BIHS by some members of this community because of the decision to terminate the employment of the executive eirector. I do not know why the board chose this action but I will comment on recent...
Letters to the Editor, Aug. 17, 2012

Sat, Aug 18

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To: the Editor— Regarding the idea of a new hi-speed ferry to link Block Island and Newport: There have been all sorts of proposed transportation options to get to Block Island, such as the Newport hi-speed ferry, Fall River ferry, and subsidized flights from T.F. Green. What visitors and residents...
Letters to the Editor, Aug. 11, 2012

Sun, Aug 12

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To: the Editor— First of all, I want to thank everyone who has ever helped BIHS in any way. The medical center is a very special place and needs to remain strong for all the patients who depend on it. I’d also like to thank those of you who have given me support over the last few weeks. Let’s clear...
Letters to the Editor, Aug. 3, 2012

Sun, Aug 5

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To: the Editor— We are writing to clarify some of the statements made in the July 28 article “Consultant: Med Ctr not in financial danger.” The article reports that a consultant views the center as not in bad shape, quoting her as saying that “BIHS could sustain many years of small operational...
Letters to the Editor, July 27, 2012

Fri, Jul 27

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To: the Editor— I want members of the community, patients, donors and contributing entities to know how much I appreciated the opportunity to serve you for 16 years. How fortunate I was to be part of a medical care facility with dedicated staff, visiting specialists, volunteers, medical residents...
Letters to the Editor, July 21, 2012

Wed, Jul 25

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To: the Editor— The American Legion Auxiliary has been sending packages to soldiers overseas for several years. On Tuesday, July 17, one of our recipients, Spc. Benjamin Cooke from South Kingstown, was home on leave from Kuwait and came to visit Block Island with his girlfriend at our invitation...
Letters to the Editor, July 14, 2012

Wed, Jul 18

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To: the Editor— There is a town in central Florida called The Villages. Geographically, it is roughly the same size as Block Island. That is about the only thing that The Villages and Block Island have in common. One of the things that makes The Villages unique is the use of golf carts for people...
Letters to the Editor, July 7, 2012

Thu, Jul 12

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To: the Editor— At approximately 3:30 a.m. on July 1, my household was awakened by a barrage of aerial fireworks. It was close at hand and from the general direction of a neighbor. I lay awake listening to the sounds of the debris of the event hissing and falling on our roof. I don’t know who is...
Letters to the Editor, June 30, 2012

Fri, Jun 29

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To: the Editor— As a telecommunications professional and new island homeowner, I read with interest the June 23 story concerning the addition of fiber optic communications cables for use of the Town of New Shoreham within the undersea cable serving the Deepwater project. I commend the Town Council...
Letters to the Editor, June 23, 2012

Fri, Jun 15

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To: the Editor — In the interest of accuracy, I would like to offer corrections to misinformation or mistatements made by a West Beach Road resident in discussing the issue of wind energy as it relates to the Comprehensive Plan. The resident stated that the wind turbine at the Portsmouth High...
Letters to the Editor, June 16, 2012

Sat, Jun 9

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To the Editor — A great team showed up to shepherd 275 adults through the Block Island Maritime Institute (BIMI) Chowda’ Cook-Off last Sunday. We are so thankful that they did. Rita and Steve Draper and their crew had Smuggler’s set up to handle the crowd. For “gate keepers” and ticket sellers we...
Letters to the Editor, June 9, 2012

Fri, Jun 1

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To: the Editor — I would like to thank the members of the community for coming out to support the Drama 911 Players’ recent production of “I Hate Shakespeare!” at the Harbor Baptist Church. What you saw was the birth of Block Islands’ newest and only theater troupe. Last week’s article in the Times...
Letters to the Editor -

Fri, May 25

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To: the Editor— Having had the pleasure to be a part of the recent play “I Hate Shakespeare!” I must congratulate the Drama 911 club for doing such an incredible job. The director, actors and staff were just incredible. The kids played their roles so beautifully, as did the few adults. Thank you...
Letters to the Editor

Fri, May 11

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To: the Editor— Last Thursday evening, I brought my work on Anna Ray Ward (1727-1770), an island-born lady, to the Friends of the Island Free Library. Anna Ray married Samuel Ward (1725-1776) of Newport and Westerly. Ward served as Rhode Island’s governor in the 1760s and spoke for Rhode...
Letters to the Editor

Fri, May 4

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To: the Editor — We are sorry to confirm the rumors that have been swirling around that Goose & Garden will not be open for the 2012 season. John Whitaker is off pursuing other adventures, and we are taking this year to regroup and reorganize. We plan to reopen in the Spring of 2013. We...
Letters to the Editor, April 28

Fri, Apr 27

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To: the Editor— For my family and Block Island family. I want to thank everyone for the cards, flowers, phone calls, visits and so much more during the last seven weeks. The outpouring of love and support has truly been overwhelming. I wish I could thank everyone individually, but there are just...
Letters to the Editor - April 14, 2012

Fri, Apr 20

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Letters

This letter was sent to the Electric Utility Task Group and copied to The Block Island Times: Since the bridge next to Town Hall is going to be replaced, maybe some hydroelectric could be put in when it is rebuilt. It would seem a shame not to use energy that people took advantage of...
Letters, April 7, 2012

Fri, Apr 6

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To: the Editor— In regard to risk assessment for the offshore wind farm proposed by Deepwater Wind, your article references the Carnegie Mellon study stating: “Most of the damage to wind turbines from hurricanes came from Category 4 and 5 storms… No hurricanes that strong have made landfall in New...
Letters, March 31, 2012

Fri, Mar 30

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This letter was sent to Coastal Resources Management Council director Grover Fugate and copied to the Times: As you are certainly aware, Block Islanders are intensely interested in preserving their Great Salt Pond and their island from environmental degradation. Unfortunately, in the past...
Letters, March 24, 2012

Fri, Mar 23

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To: the Editor— Most voters in this country have computers in their homes or ready access to the internet at a library or using a device such as an iPad. Never before has contacting your legislative representatives, both in the state or Washington, D.C., been so easy — just a click of the mouse and...
Letters, March 17, 2012

Fri, Mar 16

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To: the Editor— I’d like to address some of the concerns surrounding the maintenance of Heinz Field. I think that what we are forgetting in this argument is the word “maintenance.” According to most field maintenance schedules, the infield is first wetted down and then dragged, making it...
Letters, March 10, 2012

Fri, Mar 9

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To: The Editor— I don’t usually write rebuttals to letters to the editor, but with the recent negative letters about the Block Island School, I feel the need to speak up in defense of our children, our teachers, our administrators, our support staff and our school committee — and for the support of...
Letters, March 3, 2012

Fri, Mar 2

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To: the Editor— According to an article in the December 23, 2011, issue of the Block Island Times, Block Island School enrollment will be down to 98 students four years from now, and 90 students in 10 years. Now I read that the budget request for the coming year totals $4,619,719. That means, if I’...
Letters, Feb. 25, 2012

Fri, Feb 24

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To: the Editor— We are a diverse group on Block Island and often on different sides of an issue, but I think we finally have something that we can all agree on. Governor Chafee’s proposal to tax short-term rentals of private homes at 13 percent is a really bad idea. I hope the Town Council and our...
Letters, February 18, 2012

Fri, Feb 17

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To: the Editor— As a Block Island taxpayer, 6th grade math teacher and adjunct professor for the State University of New York, it was perplexing to read the school budget article in the Block Island Times dated February 11. Superintendent Hicks is promulgating a request by our 4th grade teacher for...
Letters, Feb. 11, 2012

Sat, Feb 11

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To: the Editor— Carole White passed to another dimension January 28 at the age when most people are anticipating their first social security check. Cancer claimed her at too young an age, but not before Block Island had given her 30-plus years of the joys of living on a small island. She will miss...
Letters, Feb. 4, 2012

Sat, Feb 4

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To: the Editor— Apparently my letter of apology to Mrs. Keating in the Jan. 21 issue was too clever by half. Here is another try: I am sorry for writing in my Clergy Corner column that your bishop hates the governor. You pointed out that this amounted to accusing the bishop of a sin on the basis of...
Letters, Jan. 28, 2012

Mon, Jan 23

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To: the Editor— I have never met Mike Stratton, but after reading his letter to the editor I have to say that he is a class act. And I give him my word that when I play rock and roll at Club Soda, I will make a point of turning down my guitar. I mean it! John Henry Tripler Center Road...
Letters, Jan. 21, 2012

Fri, Jan 20

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To: the Editor— At the January 18 Town Council meeting I complained about noise from Club Soda interfering with my family’s enjoyment of our recently renovated home on Connecticut Avenue (see story, p. 6). From my perspective as a mainlander who owns a second home here, I believed that I was...
Letters, Jan. 14, 2012

Fri, Jan 13

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To: the Editor— A viper slithered into the peaceable kingdom of the Times’ December 24 Clergy Corner. Venom dripped from Rev. Hollaway’s pen in his stunning attack on Bishop Tobin and the Catholic Church. Rev. Hollaway accused another ordained minister of a serious sin (1 John 2: 9-11), and that...
Letters to the Editor, Jan. 7, 2012

Fri, Jan 6

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To: the Editor— The School Committee is considering a revision to the school schedule for next year, lengthening the school day by a half hour Monday through Thursday and shortening Friday by two hours. Why? To create a schedule that supports both academics and athletics. Currently, student...
Letters, Dec. 31, 2011 - Happy New Year's!

Fri, Dec 30

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Letters

To: the Editor— After reading the article “Council hears Club Soda appeal” from last week’s Block Island Times , I was surprised and disappointed to see that only a portion of my comments were quoted. I do believe that the current owners of Club Soda are hard workers trying to support...
Letters, Dec. 24, 2011; Merry Christmas!

Sat, Dec 24

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To: the Editor— I just wanted to send out a huge thank you to the “Secret Santa” who brought gifts to the police station for our kids. We are truly thankful and blessed for the amazing community we live in. Thank you again! Merry Christmas! Edward and Rachel Harrison Water Street...
Letters, Dec. 17, 2011

Sun, Dec 18

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To: the Editor- I read with much interest Judy Tierney's article in the Times last week ("Deepwater substation at Zoning"). Block Island Transmission LLC,applied for variances and waivers in a presentation to the Zoning Board. As an energy developer, the law does not allow Deepwater to...
Letters, December 10

Sat, Dec 10

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To: the Editor— I am writing in reference to the recent issuance of yet another liquor license on Block Island. What was our Town Council thinking? I feel insulted as a veteran EMT for the rescue squad. During my 15-plus year tenure, I have witnessed an overwhelming percentage of calls that have...
Letters, Dec. 3, 2011

Fri, Dec 2

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To: the Editor— The Mental Health Task Force is thankful to Dr. Mike Brownstein for his donation, which was the subject of your story last week ("Mental health group gets $22K gift"), but we are equally thankful to Dr. Steve Rasmussen for the gift of setting up a program on the island to provide...

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