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Mon, Jan 5

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To: the Editor— I would like to thank all the people involved in saving my dog Maximus from drowning on Christmas Eve day. It would have been very painful for me if my faithful companion had died. I thank you for your being aware of my other dog, Hope, barking for help which alerted you to...
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Tue, Dec 23

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To: the Editor— A letter of thanks to the Block Island Community: As the season of giving approaches I feel compelled to write this letter of appreciation to our community for their wonderful gift. As most of you know, the new Rescue Facility is essentially complete. This project has entailed...
Letters to the Editor

Mon, Dec 8

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To: the Editor— In reference to your article “2008 Verdict: a tough summer,” I would like to expound, albeit very briefly, with just one idea on Lois Bendokas’ remark that next year will be a telling summer. Sorry to break this to you, Lois, but this was the telling summer...
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Mon, Nov 24

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To: the Editor — I was never 100 percent convinced of the global warming phenomenon. But now, when I see that Aldo’s is opened until Thanksgiving, it has me on board as a full advocate of this theory. John H. Tripler Center Road This letter was sent to Dave Alves of the Coastal...
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Mon, Nov 17

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To: the Editor — John and I send our thanks and appreciation to all the great folks that helped us on October 3, when John had a heart attack and had to be flown off-island. The wonderful Rescue Squad, our dedicated Medical Center staff, and, of course, New England Airlines. We are indeed...
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Mon, Nov 10

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To: the Editor— The article, by Russell Powell, “Ticked off: Debating chronic Lyme Disease” November 1, 2008, was of great interest, especially since Block Island was the epicenter of the research on the illness by both Yale and Harvard during the early onset of the disease in New...
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Mon, Nov 3

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Featured Letter to the Editor — On Tuesday, in addition to choosing a new president, Block Island voters and taxpayers will have the opportunity to elect two people to the Block Island Health Services’ (BIHS) Board of Directors. Voting will be at Town Hall on November 4 from 9 a.m. to 9...
Letters to the Editor

Mon, Oct 27

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To: the Editor— Thank you for your coverage of the power company issue in the October 18 issue. Some background information might be useful to your readers. The Electric Utility Task Group (EUTG) had its origins early in the term of the present Town Council, and was mandated to search out...
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Mon, Oct 20

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To: The Editor— We are writing in response to the report in the Block Island Times of the October 8 meeting of the Planning Board in which the issue of revising the zoning ordinance to eliminate the special use permit requirement for non-commercial horse stables was discussed. It is not clear...
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Mon, Oct 13

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To: the Editor— The Block Island Early Learning Center would like to express much gratitude and appreciation to everyone who participated in the second annual Halloween and Motoring Event. The event was held Sunday, October 5 and a wide variety of vehicles ranging from the 1920s to 2008...
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Mon, Oct 6

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To: the Editor— In my opinion, the gravel pit off West Side Road lately has seen increased activity beyond what is allowed in a residentially zoned area and beyond what is allowed under prior agreements with the town and with previous owners. With prodding from West Side neighbors, the...
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Mon, Sep 29

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To: the Editor— My sincere thanks to Peter Baute for digesting the BIPCo numbers and trying to explain this very important and confusing piece of business. The analysis continues the island process of focusing on the most expensive cost of living budget variable. We all knew that the charge...
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Mon, Sep 22

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To: the Editor— For the past three years the Old Harbor Task Force has been urging the Town Council to gain control of the Old Harbor through purchase or condemnation of the land along Water Street. Part of our dream came true when the voters approved the purchase of the land across from the...
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Mon, Sep 15

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To: the Editor— I am writing in response to Suzanne Frigon’s letter that was published two weeks ago. I find it difficult to understand how a person that has visited Block Island for 20 years fails to recognize that this is a community and not just a vacation destination. Where is it...
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Mon, Sep 8

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To: the Editor — The other day, after receiving several inquiries about the elimination of parking spaces at the Coast Guard beach facility, I took myself down to have a look at the situation. I was saddened to find that a good portion of the parking had been blocked off by posts and ropes...
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Mon, Sep 8

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To: the Editor— The Town Council recently voted unanimously to seek state funding for widening Corn Neck Road from Bridgegate Square to Scotch Beach. Michael Rock is correct that this section “requires the least disruption to the landscape.” Nonetheless, this is a very foolish...
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Tue, Sep 2

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To: the Editor— The Town Council recently voted unanimously to seek state funding for widening Corn Neck Road from Bridgegate Square to Scotch Beach. Michael Rock is correct that this section “requires the least disruption to the landscape.” Nonetheless, this is a very foolish...
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Sat, Nov 4

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Letters to the EditorNOV 03 2006 To the Editor: Block Island is not known "for its tourists," as some would claim, although it is a beautiful place to be treasured by many. I believe the most important thing Block Island is known for is that is an "extraordinarily special place." (Gov. Carcieri,...
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Sat, Oct 28

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Letters To the Editor: I am appealing to the citizens of New Shoreham to vote for Leslie Dodge Slate for First Warden November 7. Les is a force of nature. He never developed his sizeable property in the Historic District, which begs for hotels. He provided affordable housing and business...
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Sat, Oct 7

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to the Block Island Times Your editorial last week about topics for Town Council candidates sounded to me like a year or two out of date. It also had an eerie resemblance to the list of issues proposed in an ad on page 15 by the Block Island Five slate of candidates, or four, or whatever. It didn't...
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Sat, Sep 30

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Letters, SEP 30 2006 To the Editor: My friend Herman received instant name recognition from the banner. Block Island got regional and national name recognition in the media. That's good for tourism. It's so over! Bud, good for business. Sonny Kern Champlin Road This letter was written to Amy L...
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Sat, Sep 16

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: There aren't enough words in the world to express my feelings for all of the help I received during my grand performance on Monday. Many thanks to Interstate Navigation and all their crew and staff for getting me their crew and staff for getting me on and especially...
LETTERS SEP 02 2006 LETTERS SEP 02 2006

Sat, Sep 2

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LETTERS SEP 02 2006 LETTERS SEP 02 2006 To the Editor: In view of the barrage of letters to the Times and the huge turnout at the August 21 Town Council meeting, we think it is very clear that there is community wide concern over various disturbing trends on Block Island, including overcrowding,...
LETTERS AUG 26 2006 LETTERS AUG 26 2006

Sat, Aug 26

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LETTERS AUG 26 2006 LETTERS AUG 26 2006 To the Editor: On behalf of my family, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the community of Block Island for the extraordinary support in the wake of our mother's/wife's passing. Helen Gempp passed away August 5 after a recent terminal diagnosis...
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Sat, Aug 19

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: I write to offer an opinion with regard to recent events which have placed Ballard's on the Town Council agenda for August 21. By its flagrant infractions of the rules governing its liquor license, Ballard's has demonstrated its lack of any concern for its neighbors,...
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Sat, Aug 12

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: Joe and I would like to thank all those who so promptly came to his assistance when he had the misfortune of being stung by a Portuguese Man-of-War while swimming. Thank you, lifeguards, who not only were at his side when they saw he was in severe pain but were quick...
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Sat, Aug 5

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: I am frustrated at the Block Island Times because my letter about the Ethic Commission's Legal Counsel was edited throughout by removing the title (Ms.) from her surname. In writing that letter, I had a complaint to make, but I also wanted it to be respectful and...
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Sat, Jul 29

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: Recently on a small island in Florida (the same size as Block Island), I witnessed the peaceful coexistence of rental golf carts and motor vehicles sharing the same roadways. Inspired by these ecologically friendly means of transport, I saw it as a perfect match for...
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Sat, Jul 22

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: The big news about Seawinds is that we induced the developer to preserve and restore the traditional farmhouse on the property and to construct an identical frame house next door. Both houses will be the affordable housing required in the project. The original plan,...
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Sat, Jul 15

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: Please allow us to add our voices of heartfelt praise to those of many others acknowledging the commitment, professionalism and courage of our police, fire and rescue organizations on this, a very special island. The recent, tragic plane crash on our property provided...
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Sat, Jul 1

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: I was saddened to read of the death of Tom Ritzinger. He was a driving force behind the Double Ender Celebrations Committee (Fourth of July parade and fireworks committee). It was through him that I adopted the persona of "Uncle Sam" on the Fourth of July. We used to...
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Sat, Jun 24

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: The Champlin's Marina legal team continues its claim that Coastal Resources Management Commission chairman Michael Tikoian revealed his vote prematurely. Well, from the perspective out here in the audience, his vote was never a sure bet. However, the votes of some...
LETTERS LETTERS

Sat, Jun 17

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: This is a letter in response to the "concerned" citizens of the West Side: Enough is enough! I am so sick and tired of listening to all of the ranting about the asphalt plant, so now it is my turn. The gravel pit has been on West Side Road since 1948, and Sprague Farm...
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Sat, Jun 10

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: Just a little note of thanks and a short story. First, thanks to my husband, who stood by me unfailingly with that unconditional love, while being as scared and shocked as myself. Thanks to the lady who gave me peace of mind that my "furry friends" were taken care of...
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Sat, Jun 3

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: "...Don't it always seem to go That you don't know what you got 'til it's gone..." -Joni Mitchell Well, we all know how that sorry song finished. However, it also served to remind me of how things "go" while we're all about our business preparing for summer and our...
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Sat, May 27

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LETTERS LETTERS The following letter was sent to the Town of New Shoreham with a copy sent to the Block Island Times: As the town can permit the temporary use of asphalt machinery on the West Side, it can permit it indefinitely as well. This should be a major concern to everyone. Even at the...
LETTERS LETTERS

Sat, May 20

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LETTERS LETTERS To the citizens of the Town of New Shoreham: As a result of recent changes in the way the state of Rhode Island allows staffing in police departments, there has been a flurry of activity in order to come into compliance with existing laws. Due to the late notification of these...
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Sat, May 13

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: Many years ago, when two boats a day came from Point Judith at the height of the summer, when 70-year-old men called 50-year-old men "boy" in a kind way, when the police force was staffed by one year-round and two summer cops, I had the honor, privilege and good...
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Sat, May 6

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: At the May 1 Financial Town Meeting I was stunned when the appropriation for the Double Ender Celebration Committee was cut in half. Out of a total budget for 2006-07 of $11,000,000, it was the only item cut. While I realize that the person making the motion to take $...
LETTERS LETTERS

Sat, Apr 29

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LETTERS LETTERS To The Editor: Scenic Block Island urges all voters to approve the hiring of a part-time town planner at the Financial Town Meeting May 1. A good planner would go a long way toward helping us deal with the changes coming to our community. We face serious growth issues and, so far,...
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Sat, Apr 22

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: Thank you Herman Hassinger, Ray Torrey, Fran Migliaccio and Peter Baute. When I announced my candidacy for First Warden in February as an Independent, I ended with a request for like-minded individuals to step forward as Independents to run for Town Council. I could...
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Sat, Apr 8

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: Recent reports demonstrate that Vision Appraisal has made a number of mistakes in recent property assessments in other municipalities in New England. I believe that their method of evaluating unique island properties is flawed and needs to be reviewed. Another firm...
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Sat, Apr 1

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: We were away when Coastal Resources Management Council rendered its decision on Champlin's Marina expansion into the Great Salt Pond. What wonderful news it was. Every Block Islander who participated in this real upset of a blatant power-play should take a bow. I am...
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Sat, Mar 25

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: We appreciate your tireless effort to save Great Salt Pond and prevent the "walk-across" expansion of the marinas. We have been renting Dean Hofe's house (the old Crook Allen house on Swedes Hill) for the past 35 years, and although we can't vote, we have supported...
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Sat, Mar 18

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: Peggy and Bruce, congratulations on a job well done! You have served our community well over the last 6 years and done an award-winning job. As a resident, your dedication and love for Block Island has been clear to me. As a member of the business community, your...
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Sat, Mar 11

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: Me thinks I can smell the odor of Mr. Willi's intentions all the way down here in Sebastian, Fla. 'Tis time to clean house and get rid of a potential embarrassment. Otto Bloomingburg Sebastian, Fla. To the Editor: Who would have thought that you would be so busy this...
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Sat, Mar 4

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: I want to applaud the Coastal Resources Management Council for holding firm against the Champlin's Marina proposal. Recently, I joined Governor Carcieri in calling on the Council to reject Champlin's application to expand its facility into Great Salt Pond. I want to...
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Sat, Feb 18

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: I would like you to reread my letter that appeared in the Nov. 20, 2004, Block Island Times , Page 2. In the last paragraph, I said: "In 2006, I will ask for your vote to be your first warden (mayor)." If that was not announcing my intention to run for first warden...
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Sat, Feb 11

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: The editorial in last week's paper speaks to a very important point. I think it is time for independent voters to take back the island. We seem to be stuck in an endless morass of meetings on top of meetings, of petty arguments and discussions by a Town Council that...
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Sat, Jan 28

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LETTERS LETTERS To the Editor: I write to strongly endorse Keith A. Lewis's articles in the Providence Journal (Jan. 13) and the Block Island Times (Jan. 21). Mr. Lewis does an excellent job of laying out the case against Champlin's proposed expansion in considerably less than "…3,000 pages of...

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