I write in wholehearted support of Dawn Ronan for School Committee. She has demonstrated, time and time again, her expertise in quietly navigating the slings and arrows from those with differing opinions to find points of commonality, and then to expertly build...
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Letter to the Editor: Ronan offers fresh perspective
Oftentimes a fresh perspective is needed in local politics. I believe that Dawn Ronan can contribute to the school committee is this fashion. The concern for the students is paramount in Dawn's reason for seeking this position. The hands-on approach and the...
Letter to the Editor: Ronan for School Committee
I am writing to show my support for Dawn Ronan for School Committee. I truly believe there is no one more suited for this than Dawn. I have watched her wholeheartedly dedicate her time to everything that has anything to do with making the absolute best learning...
Letter to the Editor: Markey for School Committee
We support Joe Markey for School Committee. His experience in town volunteer service has given him a sophisticated understanding of the workings of public processes — legal, political, legislative, financial, permitting, taxing, borrowing. This is singular hard-won...
Letter to the Editor: Recommendation for Ronan
I would like to recommend Dawn Ronan for School Committee. I have worked with her on the Youth Commission for the past few years. Dawn is dedicated to the town, the students, the police department, Youth and Family Services and many other groups who work with us. She...
Letter to the Editor: Ronan for School Committee
I would like to share my support for Dawn Ronan, who is running for School Committee. Dawn is a longtime resident of Hopkinton. She has been actively involved in the Hopkinton community as a parent and volunteer in the Hopkinton schools for many years. I have served...
Letter to the Editor: Ritterbusch an advocate for residents
I am writing to support Amy Ritterbusch's candidacy for the Select Board. Amy serves the town in a multitude of roles, including as an elected member of the Planning Board, chair of the Growth Study Committee and chair of the Hopkinton Center Historic District...
Letter to the Editor: Lake resident for Coutinho
I am writing in support of re-electing John Coutinho for Select Board. What is impressive about John is that when asked to help with something, he sees the problem through all possible avenues to get it resolved. He asks where he can help, actively listens and...
Letter to the Editor: Coutinho’s leadership vital
I write this letter in support of John Coutinho for re-election to the Hopkinton Select Board. In the unknown financial situation that we are sure to face John brings his knowledge, experience and creativity to assist the town in weathering the storm. John has an...
Letter to the Editor: HHS parade props
On behalf of the families of the Hopkinton High School Class of 2020, we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Hopkinton community for making the senior parade on May 30 an event we will never forget. Thank you Mr. Bishop, Dr. Cavanaugh, Officer Phil...
Letter to the Editor: Protect forest from solar
The Liberty Mutual solar project is not the best use of Hopkinton’s precious natural resources. Let me first say that I believe that solar power is very important for our future. I was happy to read that there will be some rules about where it is sited in the future....
Letter to the Editor: Ronan has passion, commitment for School Committee
I’m writing this letter to show my support for Dawn Ronan for School Committee. I’ve known Dawn for over 16 years and have worked with her on multiple philanthropic and community initiatives including the Hopkinton Moms Club, the Serenity House, the Hopkinton Girl...
Letter to the Editor: Police chief must speak out against racism
Dear Chief Bennett, I strongly support our local police department in their role in keeping our community safe. However, when push comes to shove, I support the concept of justice more than I support any of the people in specific positions. Humans are fallible, so...
Letter to the Editor: Ronan the right choice
I’d like to share my support for Dawn Ronan, who is running for School Committee. Dawn has been involved with the town of Hopkinton in many roles over the years. From as far back as I can remember Dawn has been an active, parental and community, supporter of our...
Letter to the Editor: Support for Ritterbusch
I am writing to encourage fellow Hopkinton voters to join me in supporting Amy Ritterbusch as candidate for the Hopkinton Select Board. I met Amy soon after my family moved to Hopkinton in 2007. Since then, I have been greatly impressed with Amy’s dedication to the...
Letter to the Editor: Trust in Coutinho
When I first joined the Zoning Advisory Committee (ZAC) in 2017, I thought I knew exactly who John Coutinho was. I expected an establishment politician looking to manage my concerns and diminish my influence as a young, progressive Democrat new to both town and...
Letter to the Editor: Care for community
To the editor: Looking out my window [April 23], I just saw three lovely teenage young ladies walking down the street carrying white plastic bags. I was curious and watched as they picked up trash on the side of the road. They were busy as they walked along the road....
Letter to the Editor: We must learn from pandemic, fix health care
How can a virus create such economic havoc and decimate a large number of people in a matter of weeks? In January the virus felt very remote since it was in China. Then came Europe, and we were still watching, helpless and sorry for what Italy, Spain and others were...
Letter to the Editor: Traffic a problem
To the editor: I’m a member of [Boy Scouts] Troop 1 Hopkinton, and I’m working on completing my Eagle Scout rank. As a newer driver, I would like to comment on the traffic situation in town. My family and I live off of Hayden Rowe, so leaving the house and trying to...
Letter to the Editor: Gandhi had influence on Martin Luther King Jr.
Editor’s note: The following two letters were written by students at Hopkins School as part of a class project. Martin Luther King Jr. was inspired in many ways by Indian protester Mahatma Gandhi during the civil rights movement. To start, Martin Luther King said that...