Habitat says thanks, looks for volunteers
Letters to the Editor
      To the Editor: Thanks to the organizers of the St. Denis Fair for putting on a great community event, despite the weather. The Ashburnham Habitat for Humanity project appreciated being given the opportunity to use the fair as a way to connect with members of the community about our worthwhile und...
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How the library fence got painted
Letters to the Editor
      To the Editor: The Forbush Memorial Library Board of Trustees recently concluded that it was time to paint our white picket fence and decided to try and accomplish the task with volunteers. We did not need to be as canny as Tom Sawyer to get the help we needed.
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Fee is just another tax
Letters to the Editor
      To the Editor: I just received my letter from Dr. Michael Zapantis stating that I now owe $60 for an activity fee regardless of whether or not he partakes in an activity. This is outrageous. I can see charging fees for sports, clubs, etc if it a student partakes, but this blanket fee is a backdo...
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Making a difference, making a change
Editorial
      As the saying goes, 'tis better to give than to receive. As a group of locals discovered when they recently traveled to Haiti to help the men, women and children there, thinking of others and improving someone's life, even in the littlest way, can be rewarding for the soul.
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COMMUNITY JOURNAL QUESTION OF THE WEEK
      What is your favorite fall dessert? Apple crisp Rhubarb pie Pumpkin Pie Chocolate cake Cast your vote online at www.thecommunityjournal.com Results of last week's question: Do you think the Red Sox will hold on to their lead in the pennant race?
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