LETTER: Maloney is a Leader

A letter in support of Michael Maloney.

To the Editor: Easton voters have a unique opportunity to elect a man who thinks "outside the box" and is for the people; not the establishment. Michael Maloney is a proven leader; he is not a follower. He will represent all Easton citizens, and shows total respect for our seniors and our Veterans. Mike's top priority is to assign a dedicated Veterans agent to represent all of our Veterans interests, and knows that our Veterans are the reason why we are able to enjoy the things we love and to enjoy life with family and friends without fear. Mike also wants to increase funding for Easton fire and police departments. He is also a strong advocate against the construction of the rail line; and will work in mitigating to insure intrinsic home …

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Letter to the Editor: Easton Would Benefit From Fulginiti's Character and Drive

A letter in support of Dottie Fulginiti

To the Editor: I am writing to enthusiastically support Dorothy Fulginiti (Dottie) in her bid for a seat on the Easton Board of Selectmen.  My first opportunity to know Dottie came several years ago as we patiently waited for our young daughters to finish their dance lessons in the basement of Miss Eileen’s house on Bay Road—a very low budget and homey place to introduce our children to tap, ballet, and jazz. It has always amazed me what you can learn about a person in such tight quarters. As we waited for our daughters, with other children in tow, I learned quite a bit.  There were many issues facing Easton at the time, most critical among them, the continued development of open space, Easton’s fiscal situation, and quality of life issues…

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Letter to the Editor: Fulginiti and Smith Right For the Job

A letter in support of Dottie Fulginiti and Dan Smith

Letter to the Editor: A few years ago it appeared that the Turner Brothers would have control of the Shovel Shops and build 180 units totally out of character with the area. I then started hearing about something called 40B and someone named Dottie Fulginiti. Knew nothing about either one, researched the proposal from the Turner's and started to read Dottie's site, responsiblegrowthforeaston.org. What a turnaround for me. Dottie basically created a space to educate all of us on what a 40B would mean for us and the impact it would create. She did all of this research on her own and shared this enthustically with us all. Dottie basically became an expert in this field and spoke with the Massachusetts Senate. This is a woman who truly cares …

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Letter to the Editor: Vote Fulginiti and Smith on April 30

A letter to the editor in support of Dottie Fulginiti and Dan Smith

To the Editor: I am writing in support of Dottie Fulginiti and Dan Smith, candidates for Easton’s Board of Selectmen in the upcoming election on April 30th. Both Dottie and Dan have made outstanding and consistent contributions to our community. Dottie was an active participant in the rescue and preservation of the Shovel Shop. Moreover, she created a website, responsiblegrowthforeaston.com, to keep the public informed.  She worked diligently with others to reform the state’s 40B housing law to return planning and zoning control to the towns.  As an active member of the Easton Lions Club and the Easton Grange, Dottie consistently exhibits her passion to help and serve others and to promote historical preservation and conservation of open …

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Letter to the Editor: Smith Brings Mix of Social Responsibility and Support of Local Businesses

A letter in support of candidate Dan Smith.

To the Editor: I write in support of Dan Smith as Selectman of the Town of Easton. As a co-member of the Easton Planning Board I have gotten to know and appreciate the energy and enthusiasm that Dan brings to the board. Dan Smith is a candidate who will balance the needs of the community and local business. Dan’s work on the Planning Board showcases his expertise as an entrepreneur, a leader in sustainable energy and an advocate for local business. The efforts and skill that Dan has brought to the complex issues of land use and planning, such as his leadership for the proposed solar field at the former town landfill site off Prospect St., as well his proposal of the installation of charging stations and priority parking for low emission …

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Letter to the Editor: Nestler Will Fight For Our Interests

A letter to the editor in support of Carol Nestler for Selectman

To the Editor: I understand that the term “Fiscal Responsibility” may not be the sexiest of buzzwords.  Along with “transparency”,  “debt ceiling”, and “accountability”, Americans have nearly perfected the art of tuning out these political platitudes. Not unlike our kids or grandkids when we tell them to clean their rooms or put the dishes in the sink, if we as adults don’t lead by example and make them follow through, they will tune out our empty words and continue their bad behavior. With no actionable solutions associated with the clichés, Americans know that the words alone are meaningless.  Unfortunately for our posterity, if we do not take the right steps now to exhibit genuine fiscal discipline, our future generations will be the …

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Letter to the Editor: Fulginiti 'Not Someone Who Would Let You Down'

A letter to the editor in support of Dottie Fulginiti

To the Editor, As a resident of North Easton I am writing this letter to endorse Dottie Fulginiti  for a position on the Board of Selectmen for the town of Easton. I have had the pleasure of knowing Dottie for several years as she was recommended to me to help build a website for the Charity Guild of Brockton. The Charity Guild is a food pantry and thrift store in Brockton. Upon my first meeting with her I knew immediately that she was a woman of integrity and most knowledgeable in the world of technology. We spent several hours together working on this project. When it was finished, we knew we had a remarkable means for a social medium for our Charity Guild. We then set our sights on another project which was a powerpoint. She came into …

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Do You Own a Hybrid? Would You Buy a Hybrid?

Weighing the pros and cons of a hybrid cars.

Hybrid cars have come a long way since the Honda Insight became the first hybrid for sale in North America in late 1999. For one, the styling has gone from futuristic insect to more traditional looks. And while once the sight of a Prius rolling by would turn heads, hybrids seem ubiqutious now. (The more traditional looking models also don't turn as many heads.) There are the well-known pros to hybrids, starting with cutting down on trips to the gas station. The miles per gallon these cars get is the first specification that jumps out at most people, and what many customers are looking for when shopping for a hybrid. For city-dwellers, the fuel economy of hybrids is often better for city driving than for highway driving, flipping the …

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Terry J

10:44 am on Saturday, March 30, 2013

Perfect Troll reply. Other adjectives come to mind when you consider what kind of person feels good about paying $6.57 to go 25 miles when a Prius owner is only paying $1.84. I get the same feeling when I see a drunk with cash falling out of their pockets. Clueless and pissed.   more ›

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Letter to the Editor: Smith Would Bring Business Acumen, Integrity, and Social Responsibility

A letter of support for Dan Smith

Dear Editor: I am privileged to write to you in order to express my support for Dan Smith as selectman of the town of Easton. I have known Dan through working with him in a relationship between my company, Retroficiency, and Siemens, where Dan is an Energy Executive. Dan Smith will bring business acumen, integrity, and social responsibility to the selectman position. I met Dan through our children attending the same preschool, Creative World in Easton. We found that we had moved to Easton for similar reasons, one of which is the strength of the school system and the town’s commitment to a quality education. As the Co-Founder of a Science & Technology based company with 30 employees I recognize the importance providing the great teachers of…

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Merv

1:45 pm on Tuesday, March 26, 2013

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What Do You Think About Gov. Patrick’s Travel Ban?

Do you agree with the governor's decision or was it too drastic?

All non-emergency drivers were ordered off the roads on Friday when Gov. Deval Patrick issued an executive order banning travel during the blizzard. (Editor's note: The ban is lifted statewide as of 4 p.m. Saturday.) Patrick's executive order is being praised by some and bashed by others, reported The Boston Globe. While former Massachusetts Gov. Michael Dukakis, who was in charge of the commonwealth during the Blizzard of ’78, praised the governor’s move, others called the order “tyrannical” and say the strict ban and hefty fines were too much, according to The Globe. Those caught violating the ban would face up to a year in jail and a $500 fine. What do you think? Do you agree with the governor’s decision or do you think the travel ban …

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