Opinion Editorial Archives - Page 2 of 15

Pease: Learning about Gateway Cities, new district lines

FROM YOUR STATE REPRESENTATIVE By Kelly Pease I hope everyone is enjoying the nice fall weather. Thanksgiving is just around the corner,...

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Velis: Proud to honor veterans with events, votes

FROM YOUR STATE SENATOR By John Velis I hope you are all doing well and were able to take some time this...

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Health Bulletin: Much to be thankful for in pandemic response

WESTFIELD PUBLIC HEALTH WEEKLY BULLETIN By Juanita Carnes FNP, Board of Health chair November is National Gratitude Month, encouraging our country to...

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Health Bulletin: Influenza, COVID-19 both pose risks in winter

WESTFIELD PUBLIC HEALTH WEEKLY BULLETIN By Juanita Carnes FNP, Board of Health chair Welcome November, which brings colder temperatures, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving...

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Velis: Lady Liberty restoration, farm tour highlight week in district

FROM YOUR STATE SENATOR By John Velis Happy November! If you haven’t yet read up on the turkey shortage that’s happening this...

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From the editor: The most important election — for you

Maybe this is a strange thing for a local journalist to admit, but I’ve never been able to understand voters. Every four...

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Velis: Senator enjoyed read-aloud, school building vote

FROM YOUR STATE SENATOR By John Velis Happy Halloween, everyone! I hope you’re all doing well and that you stayed safe during...

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Letter: O’Connor vows to support students, teachers, families

RECOGNIZING TEACHERS FOR THEIR EFFORTS IN EDUCATION As a member of the Westfield School Committee, I am often reminded of the challenges...

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Letter: Humason asks to continue progress as mayor

Tuesday, Nov. 2, is Election Day. The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. I would be remiss if...

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Letter: Hillman’s educator experience suits school board

I am Kathleen Hillman. I am asking for your vote to elect me to the Westfield School Committee in the upcoming city...

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Letter: McCabe touts leadership skills in mayor race

“Even if you are on the right track, you will eventually get run over if you just sit there.” — Will Rogers...