Letters to editor

Hello Manchester residents. I would like to introduce myself to those who do not know me: my name is Jeff Delaney and I am running for the position of Select Board. I grew up in town, my father is …

Drinking Water Threatened

At the April 1 meeting of the Open Space Committee, we discussed Gordon College, whose land directly abuts Manchester’s primary drinking water source, which lies in Hamilton.  I did indeed …

The Manchester-by-the-Sea Public Library has been approved to participate in a state grant process for library renovation and expansion. If selected, the grant would cover approximately half of the …

I am writing as a member of the Americans with Disabilities Advisory Committee.  At our last meeting, the Board voted unanimously to support the Board and staff or our library in their efforts …

4th of July Committee Thanks …

The Manchester-by-the-Sea 4 th  of July Committee would like to thank the following donors in the last couple of months: The Noyes Family, The Robbins Family, The De Sherbinin Family, The …

A Good Man…

Many of Ron Mastrogiacomo’s former colleagues on the Planning Board—friends who served with him—were shocked and saddened by the news of his recent untimely death. …

Last week we were all saddened to learn of the passing of Ron Mastrogiacomo, Planning Board chair. One of the many things that Ron did quietly, and without fail, was to write to the residents of …

I was a youngster when efforts began to provide a dedicated Senior Center for Manchester residents.  Now, decades later, it is within reach. It just takes our votes and our voices. As a Member …

It was disappointing that less than one half of one tenth of a percent of Manchester residents attended the presentation on Tuesday April 2 by TownGreen about how Manchester will be impacted by …

To the Editor, I’m writing to express an opinion regarding the recently published letter in The Cricket from Ms. Betsy Kross of Manchester. First, let me state that I have been …

The First Essex and Middlesex district Republican State Committeeman race certainly didn’t lack excitement that began on election night March 5 and concluded on Friday March 22 when the …

The Manchester Memorial Parent Teacher Organization (MMPTO) is thrilled to announce the return of its beloved community event, Hit the Street for Little Feet 5K !   After a five-year hiatus due …

If the MBTA and the Affordable housing requirements get their way, this is how I envision our beautiful town in 5+ years. Multiple traffic lights on School Street, Beach Street and Pine …

First, let me indicate that I am speaking as an individual and not on behalf of the MBTA Task Force.  This is to correct the misleading statements in Jonathan Keefe's Letter to the Editor in the …

Just Say No

Do you really want to give up your Property Zoning Rights to the MBTA/State?  After all, you can see how well the MBTA provides us with clean, quiet, efficient, economical and convenient …

Manchester-Essex Softball Association (“MESA”), a 501(c)(3) organization, was created in 2023 to focus on creating the best atmosphere for our K-8th grade softball players. Due to low …

On Saturday, March 9 at 9 a.m., Democrats in Essex, MA will be caucusing to elect three delegates and three alternates to the Massachusetts Democratic Convention on June 1, 2024 in Worcester, MA. …

Beginning Monday, March 4th at 10 a.m., the Massachusetts Housing Appeals Committee (HAC) will conduct public hearings on Manchester’s Zoning Board of Appeals’ (ZBA) decision to deny a …

Manchester Democrats will meet at Town Hall, 2nd floor, on Saturday, March 9, starting at 9 a.m. to choose 4 Delegates and 3 alternates from Manchester who will attend the …

To the Editor, On February 2nd I was walking with a friend at about 9 a.m. on Singing beach when all of a sudden, I was careened & run to the ground by four large (a shepherd, Golden Retrievers) …

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