Comprehensive study is paramount
From Liz Taylor: At the Oct. 8 meeting of the Harpswell Fire and Rescue Planning Committee, our town administrator and fire administrator distributed to the committee members a draft document for discussion.
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Let the public decide
From Kathy Hirst: I am following up on two recent letters, from Elizabeth Taylor ("Larger boards enhance representation," September) and Steve Musica ("Five-member board almost a no-brainer," October) suggesting that the Select Board be increased from three to five members in order to broaden representation and improve functionality.
Increase Harpswell’s minimum lot size
From Amy Haible: A Harpswell fisherman once described Harpswell's working waterfront as its Main Street. Like any Main Street, Harpswell's waterfront is the commercial and communal heart of the town. The recent algal bloom and shellfish die-off in Harpswell is devastating for harvesters and associated businesses, but it's also a wakeup call for Harpswell.
Time to shake up Augusta
From George Russell: It's time for Harpswell voters to shake up Augusta! We must change course significantly to address these issues.
Harpswell Naturalist: The eastern moose
Driving north of Oquossoc, I spotted the huge creature at the last second, avoiding a serious accident while the cow trotted on her way. Such encounters are common, with roughly 300 collisions annually. Accidents involving deer are far more common, but a moose causes extensive vehicle damage. Human deaths are rare, thanks to education, signage and safer vehicles.
Lost on a Loop Trail: Salvage
Out of concern, dear reader, for your quality of life, not everything I write actually makes it to print. If you have a creative hobby or job, you will understand what I mean.
Never Not Amazed: Don’t borrow trouble
I'm borrowing trouble. I'm borrowing so much trouble that I'm overwhelmed, I'm not returning it, and the fines are compounding.
Bring back business brochure
From Hannah Campbell and family: My family has traveled from the Philadelphia area to the Harpswell islands for more than 47 years. We counted on the Harpswell Business Association brochure to direct us to businesses here. I believe I speak on behalf of many visitors to the islands.
Thinking in Public: Communication by phone, TV or Anchor?
I just got a brand-new Motorola cellular telephone and it's a beauty. It replaces my previous Motorola, a brand I've carried since the '90s. I have always purchased a Moto-model made to mil-specs and I've never broken one, despite rough handling, dropping on concrete and asphalt, and being run over by a humongous snowplow.
Can’t walk safely on 24
From Dr. Peter K. Shaw: More dangerous than swimming with sharks is trying to walk on Route 24 in either direction. To walk on either side of this winding road is dangerous, especially since some drivers speed, ignoring posted limits.
