It’s time to get state finances out of the red. There’s been lots of talk about accomplishing that by consolidating schools and jails and having state employees shower together. But those are minor moves. The place to start is at the top. Consolidate the governor. I don’t think it’s asking too much of Democrat John […]

Recently, the Windham Town Council was discussing, I thought, elderly housing in Windham and whether specifications for a particular zone should be modified to accept it. But they got off track and into murky philosophical discussions. Even level-headed Dave Tobin couldn’t keep them focused. It was obvious some members of council were confused, especially in […]

Windham parents who attended Tuesday’s consolidation forum meeting at the high school to learn were happy to learn that educators’ jobs are not on the chopping block. “I’m glad to hear they’re not going to be closing schools or getting rid of any teachers, ” said Susan Laliberty, the mother of two Windham Middle School […]

Editor, I am writing in response to Michael Shaughnessy’s “Far and Wide” columns. I have been prompted to reply to the various attacks, ironies and inconsistencies that have been expressed since this column began. I have listed out some quotes as well as observations. Manners, attacks, and your record In the Jan. 18 column, Shaughnessy […]

On Saturday, Feb. 2, from 12 – 3 p.m., Skyline Farm will host its ninth annual Sleigh Day, while its museum will feature a sleigh exhibit entitled “Good Sledding.” Come to this doubleheader where horse-drawn vehicles are displayed in the museum and also driven outdoors in the surrounding fields. Admission is $8 per person; free […]

The Search Is On The Lake Region School District is searching for a new superintendent. One of the ways our community could share their opinion in the search was to participate in an online survey. The survey asked, “What Attributes/Qualifications are important to you in a Superintendent of Schools?” Communication, leadership, school finance and staff […]