Time Outdoors: An ‘Amble’ with Henry, Ralph, and friends
On a recent Sunday afternoon, my phone buzzed and reminded me of a “Thoreau Walk” to begin in 20 minutes.
Opinion
Let’s call it — and take part in — ‘Town Voting’
Cell vote exposes Town Meeting’s flaws
The hour grew late, and the crowd dwindled, concentrating the impact of the most passionate.
Thankful for Town Meeting improvements
In addition to calling for no new business after 9:30 p.m., we should also table the ongoing discussion until the next night.
A narrow but major loss for Acton
A group of under 80 neighbors were able to thwart the latest proposal to gain cell coverage using the usual appeals to fear.
School leadership on display at meeting, fire
Acton and Carlisle are fortunate to have leaders like Laurie and Bob serving our students, staff, and families.
Thanks, Carmin Reiss, for your service
For a decade, Reiss committed countless volunteer hours each Town Meeting to guide us through our rite of democracy.
IHRA vote chills ‘ethical criticism of Israel’
Given the definition’s track record, it is preposterous to claim its use will not impact constitutionally protected speech.
Let’s treat cell service like a utility
293 attendants decided for nearly 14,000 adult residents whether better cell service mattered.
Letter from The Gambia: Working together, forging new bonds
The loneliness of being the only foreigner in a wildly different culture can be overwhelming.
Hanscom aircraft noise hurts wildlife — and us
I can’t imagine Thoreau would be in favor of interrupting his beloved solitude so that CEOs can jet off to a business meeting.
Tiny gardens help family values thrive
I am 94. I think it would be a good thing to do these days.