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10 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, April 16, 2010 www.webstertimes.net VIEWPOINT THE DEADLINE to submit letters to the editor and commentaries for next week’s newspaper is Friday at noon. SEND ALL ITEMS to Editor Adam Minor at THE WEBSTER TIMES — aminor@stonebridgepress.com Delivering A STONEBRIDGE PRESS WEEKLY NEWSPAPER 25 ELM STREET, SOUTHBRIDGE MA 01550 TEL. (508) 764-4325• FAX (508) 764-8015 www.webstertimes.net FRANK G. CHILINSKI STONEBRIDGE PRESS PRESIDENT AND PUBLISHER ADAM MINOR WALTER C. BIRD JR. STONEBRIDGE PRESS WEEKLIES EDITOR-AT-LARGE EDITOR THE WEBSTER TIMES AND THE AUBURN NEWS COMMENTARY My almost dinger Only days remain until the official kick-off of the Auburn Little League season, and many families couldn’t be more excited. The sun is finally warming our little piece of the Earth, and with that comes the blossoming of trees and flowers, the smells of freshly cut grass and the all-to-familiar THE MINOR DETAILS ADAM MINOR “ping!” of aluminum bats connecting with baseballs. Ah, to be young again. I remember “back in the day” (I put that phrase in quotes because I am only 26, and “back in the day” doesn’t quite hold the same meaning as it would a 60- or 70-yearold), game days were filled with excitement. I was the starting third basemen for my Eastford Little League, so my practice regimen included a grueling series of ground balls hit from every conceivable angle and various speeds. “Stay in front of the ball!” my coach, Chris Sheehan, would yell out to me as he hit one my way. He called me “Hoover,” an encouraging nickname that implied I sucked up every ground ball hit near me. I wasn’t perfect — I had my share of errors — but I was a pretty good bet to make the play when needed. My most shining moment also turned out to be my most frustrating. It was an early Saturday game, barely after noon. We were playing one of the better teams in our league, and it was early in the game. We had a couple people on base and I stepped up to the plate. I was never really known as a power hitter. I was lankier back then, so when I did connect, it was mostly for singles or doubles. This day was different. The pitcher served me a premium, Grade-A choice loin meatball right over the plate, and I ripped it to center field. Now, our perimeter fencing was your basic, run-of-the-mill chain link fence, with a metal bar running the length of the fence about 3 inches from the top. As I hit the ball, I thought the impossible was about to happen — my first home run. I made the mistake every coach warns you about. “Don’t watch the ball! Just run!” But I was watching intently, I just didn’t care. The centerfielder was back stepping, trying to locate the ball in the midday sun. He approached the fence, the ball was nearly down, and as I rounded first, it happened. “Ping!” Wait, what? My mind was in disbelief, as the ball bounced violently off the metal crossbar on the fence, bounced straight up in the air, and landed in centerfield — about as close a batter can come to hitting a home run without actually hitting a home run. I moved into second base with an easy double, and I did log two RBIs on the play, but I was crushed. My home run was not to be that day, and I never did hit one in my Little League “career.” My years in Little League were among the most fun in my life, and as Auburn Little League kicks off this weekend, I hope the kids can look back 14 years from now with a smile like I do. Play ball! Adam Minor may be reached at 508- 909-4142, or by e-mail at aminor@stonebridgepress.com. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Thanks for making event a success To the Editor: Calvary Assembly of God would like to say thank you to the following businesses for donating towards our community Easter Egg Hunt that was held at the Dudley Town Beach on March 27. It was a huge success and many families were blessed because of it. Thanks To the Editor: The article in a recent publication advised that a donation was made to the Central South County Relay For Life by the Leicester Rod and Gun Club. The generous donation was actually made by the Leicester Snowmobile Club at the Leicester Rod and Gun Club. We regret this error. Once again we thank the members of the Leicester Snowmobile Club. Their wonderful To the Editor: The Dudley-Charlton Education Foundation Board of Directors wishes to thank the many guests and contributors who made our first Gala Dinner-Dance on March 27 a huge success. The Foundation is now poised to move into its next phase of operation, which is to offer grants to district staff that encourage and fund innovative projects in teaching and SOUND OFF: I live in the ghost town of Webster, and I am wondering why the gas prices in this town are 20 cents or more higher than not only the Clearing up an error SOUND OFF Why are gas prices so high? so much for your part in the event — Town of Dudley; PC Triage; Shaw’s; Radius Healthcare Center; Park and Shop. REV.PATRICK O’LOUGHLIN CALVARY ASSEMBLY OF GOD gift of time, energy and talent to support Relay for Life and the American Cancer Society is truly appreciated. We save lives and create more birthdays by helping you stay well, helping you to get well, by finding cures and by fighting back. Dinner dance a ‘huge success’ To the Editor: If you really want to turn around the under-performing schools in Massachusetts, I feel those school districts should be entirely turned over to charter school-operation for a least a five-year period. I would then like to see the charter school operated like the Harlem Village schools in New York City. The key features of their educational program include: • A rich liberal arts curriculum based on rigorous standards of excellence. • A longer day (7:30 a.m. to 4:40 p.m.) that provides enough time for students to both master basic skills and to reflect deeply on what they're learning. • Individualized tutoring, after-school homework center, and Saturday school for students needing extra help and attention. • A small-group advisory system that provides personal attention and support by connecting each student with an adult advisor. • School uniforms that reflect our commitment to a culture of mutual respect and serious scholarship. • A clear, strict code of conduct that operates consistently across the school. • After-school activities that include karate, chess, yoga and dance. Frequent, diagnostic assessment of student progress that enables teachers to check how students are doing and customize instruction or tutoring groups accordingly. • A focus on college preparation including annual year-end college trips. • A culture and system of accountability for academic achievement. • Talented, dedicated teachers with expertise in their subject areas and a passion for teaching. • A small, close-knit, nurturing school environment built around the values of compassion, hard work, responsibility, integrity and kindness. It is my understanding that the first week of school at the Harlem Village schools is CINDY GALLANT THE RELAY FOR LIFE OF CENTRAL SOUTH COUNTY learning. The momentum gained at the Gala Event will extend far beyond that evening to provide innovative opportunities for students and the communities we serve. Again, many thanks to all who supported this effort. DCEF BOARD OF DIRECTORS Something to be learned from NYC schools devoted to explaining and establishing their strict code of conduct. Many times this is missing or lacking in our public schools. Harlem Village schools are proud to point out that their schools are designed for teachers so students can be successful. As they point out on their Web site, “In 2001, we developed a dramatic new approach to education reform that could revolutionize public education. We did not start with a ‘school design’ to be imposed on teachers; rather we set out to design a school for teachers. We believed that teachers, not programs, are the key drivers of student achievement — and by tapping into the knowledge, talent and passion of teachers, we could achieve ground-breaking results. We called our strategy ‘Schools Designed for Teachers.’” I taught math in an “under-performing” high school for five years, but I have to agree with Paula Macy of Blackstone. I feel it was not the school that was under-performing, but it was usually the students and/or parents/guardians that were the root of this academic problem. We had an outstanding math department with a great department chair, but many of our students did not get academically reinforced at home or via their circle of friends. Teenage pregnancy, drug and alcohol abuse, violence and gangs were a major part of some of these students’ lives. I feel an extended school day, strict discipline (including a dress code, so gang colors can be eliminated), and schools designed for teachers must be the minimum steps taken toward solving the problems with academic and life achievements for our students. If we want to turn around our “under-performing” schools, then the Commonwealth must be willing to fund and emulate the success of the Harlem Village schools. HERBERT J. ANDREWS NORTH OXFORD surrounding towns, but the entire state of Massachusetts. Hopefully, someone can weigh on this and let us know what is going on. the goods A few words in praise of the best job I ever had to leave. Since January I had been involved with Meals on Wheels, delivering hot lunches to Southbridgians in and around my neighborhood. It was rewarding work. First of all, it was nice to be following the biblical edict: “Feed my sheep.” Secondly, it was nice getting to know such wonderful people — seniors and housebound neighbors who, for a variety of reasons, needed, and generally welcomed, a late-morning pop-in: “Hi, how’re ya doing? Here’s your lunch. Have a great day! See you tomorrow.” Alas, my new work schedule doesn’t have the flexibility to continue in this calling, so here’s your notice — and your chance, if you’re available and interested, to consider joining in this important effort. I’m not sure how it works in AS YOU LIKE IT MARK ASHTON other towns, but in Southbridge the Meals on Wheels program is run by Tri- Valley Inc., an organization long known for its work in behalf of senior citizens, the frail and elderly. With the help of both paid and volunteer staff, they dish out, serve up, and deliver dozens (and dozens) of meals every weekday, monitoring the production and distribution so as to keep tabs on folks who might otherwise “fall through the cracks” of our modern, hectic world. The meals provided are simple but nutritious, everything from shepherd’s pie to crumb-flaked fish, from ham, green beans, and mashed potatoes to corned-beef and cabbage. Folks opt in and out as their palates and activities require. No attempt is made to force-feed Brussels sprouts; no one is coaxed into giving peas a chance. At 96, a person should get to decide when — or even if — to eat her lunch, or if the family pooch should get it! Not everyone on my Meals on Wheels route was 96 — but those who were certainly proud of it, reminding me daily of their “situation” and my need to speak up, listen up, and pay attention. It was good advice. It has taught me to appreciate some of the benefits, and the challenges, of aging. My route had about 30 (active) participants and took a couple of hours to complete, through some of my old paper route neighborhoods and streets at opposite ends of the town. Because someone else was always waiting to receive their meal, it was impossible to spend too much time with any one client, but it was amazing to me how much joy and good cheer could be delivered in a mere 30 seconds. Not by me, but by the recipients of this simple service! My route took me to some of the town’s tripledeckers, and though stair climbing is not among my favorite pastimes, it was always rewarding at “the hand-off” in the doorway or kitchen. “Here’s your lunch,” I’d say. “God bless you; thank you, sir,” came the reply, which was always enough to get me to the next second-floor apartment, even while juggling a hot plastic-wrapped meal, a bag of beverage, bread, and dessert, a cold-packed supper, a Styrofoam container of soup, and a cardboard box of frozen weekend meals. Jim, who continues as a Meals on Wheels deliverer, recently dropped out of his Thursday morning golf group because it conflicts with his delivery schedule. “Where else can you go to work where people say, ‘God bless you!’ and really mean it?” he asks. He’s right. The appreciation that accompanies this simple service is truly rewarding. As you learn the individual stories of these oft-neglected neighbors, you gain insight into where we’ve come from as a community and a nation. Not to mention any names or locations — because privacy needs to be maintained, I will truly miss many of my clients/customers. These are (mostly) the survivors of The Greatest Generation, who still have stories to tell about serving in B-17s in World War II, who raised families and sent them off to live lives of their own, who taught school or worked in local offices for half a century, who ran businesses and retired, who coached Little League, who drove milk trucks and climbed utility poles before cable and Internet connections even came into being. I’ll miss my favorite dog lady, my friend awaiting her biopsy results, the guy who always attributed good weather to my “sunny face,” the feisty nonagenarian who proclaimed her age at every visit, the independent senior who refused to open her door on cold days, the friendly walker who made sure to get home in time for my arrival, the “handicapped” widower who stills shovels snow and mows his lawn, and the gentle lady who sat at her door to await my arrival and who knits cozy slippers for any and all comers. I’ll definitely miss the lady who said, “You can’t be that guy who writes for the paper. That picture doesn’t look anything like you!” We’re supposed to worry about the minds, the memories, and the nutritional habits of these folks. We’re charged with watching over them, monitoring their driving, fretting over the fragility of their bones. But ask Jim, ask my buddy Buddy, ask Edith and Cliff and other drivers. These folks CAN remember names — especially of those who take the time to visit, and to listen to them. These folks have minds worth exercising and memories from which great tales and great wisdom are yet to be drawn. Ask not for whom the (door)bell tolls. It tolls for thee. I hope Tri-Valley is still running the Meals on Wheels (senior nutrition) program when I’m in need of such things way down the road (about six weeks) in the future. I hope you’ll consider helping them out. You’ll bless so many lives — including your own! Mark Ashton writes a weekly column for Stonebridge Press publications.
www.webstertimes.net Friday, April 16, 2010 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 11 VIEWPOINT Obama’s silence on Prince deafening Let’s go back to last year and a little incident you just may have heard about involving a white cop and the black man he arrested in Cambridge. One was a cop with what we would eventually learn were nearly impeccable credentials. The other was a an adjunct professor at Harvard University who just so happened to be a friend of his highness, the president of the United States. No need to rehash the details; if you don’t know what I’m talking about by now, you’ve been living under a rock feasting on grubs. The only matter of consequence here is that Barack Obama jumped right into the controversy without so much as trying to get the facts first. On national TV, he trashed the police, saying they acted “stupidly” in arresting Gates, despite reports and pictures that provided damning evidence that the good professor deliberately agitated the situation to make it a case of white versus black. Obama’s unchecked behavior seemed to confirm it. Here we had a friend arrested by strangers. BIRD’S NEST WALTER BIRD JR. White strangers. Armed with nothing resembling fact, Obama quickly condemned an entire police department. Later, without ever really apologizing, he invited the two principles to the White House for what is now known as “The Beer Summit.” The point? An incident that in no way involved the president on any level suddenly became a national and international story for no discernible reason other than the fact that Obama inserted himself into it. Had he remained where he belonged — on the sidelines far, far away from the situation — it would have stayed a hot topic in Massachusetts and then faded from view, probably in short order. Flash forward several months to the senseless and needless hanging suicide of South Hadley High School student Phoebe Prince, a young girl bullied relentlessly to the point that, apparently, death seemed a far better option than to live one more day hounded by cowardly thugs. On its own, the story has reached beyond the borders this country to land of Eire, where Irish citizens watch from afar and wonder why — how — one of their own came to be so tortured that she felt the need to end her life. Long after most of us thought they should have, the wheels of justice appear to be spinning. Several of Prince’s schoolmates face charges and an administration is being dogged for answers as to why no one stepped up in defense of a young woman whose only crime appears to have been getting involved in an intimate relationship. For that she was harassed and tormented; bullied and badgered. It ended with her body dangling at the end of a rope in her closet. Like the case of the arrested professor, it is a story that has dominated newscasts and captured the attention of the media. Everyone from here to Timbuktu (or at least Ireland) is talking about it. Everyone, that is, except for … you guessed it, the president of the United States. Some might say, “So what? The president has no place in this discussion.” That argument is riddled with holes, since neither did he have a place in the Cambridge fiasco. That didn’t stop him then. As a matter of fact, if any situation warranted at least a sentence or two to our nation from its president, it’s this one — the suicide of a teenager who came here from another country to experience life in the greatest country on earth. She might have gone back some day with stories of first loves, prom dances and new friendships made. Instead, she goes back in a coffin. And through all this, not a word — not an utterance nor a peep — from Barack Obama, who has appeared on late night talk shows, given press conferences on just about everything except what kind of seed is used on the White House lawn. The man who found it necessary to side with a friend against an entire police department over something that could have, and should have, been handled completely free of his participation has absolutely nothing to say about a group of students mercilessly harassing another until she killed herself. The man who broadcast a start-of-school message to kids across the country sees no reason to speak to them now about an issue too many of them will come to know about firsthand. Why did Obama find it worth getting involved in the Cambridge situation and not this? Only he knows that, but I’ve got a pretty good idea. I’ll leave it up to you to decide. You’ve got the facts and two distinct situations to consider. What answer you come it with is up to you. Me? I’d say it’s pretty black and white. Walter Bird Jr. may be reached at 508-909-4107 or by e-mail at wbird@stonebridgepress.com. Spay and neuter your pets Spring has sprung — or more like summer from the recent temperatures we’ve enjoyed! It’s only April and we are already experiencing the start of kitten season. It can’t be stressed enough — please spay and neuter your pets! If you are having financial difficulties, there are low-cost spay/neuter programs available. Please contact us for information. Remember, it only takes one time for your female cat or dog to escape outside and become pregnant. We hear the same story all the time, the cat or dog that never gets out, gets out and either never comes home or comes home pregnant or the intact male dog who never leaves home, leaves home, never to be found again. There are between 3 million and four million dogs and cats euthanized in shelters alone each year. Most are euthanized because there are not enough people to adopt them. Others are euthanized because of medical or behavioral issues. People who allow their dogs or cats to reproduce because they cannot afford to have their pet neutered or spayed or because they are looking to make a profit from the offspring are merely contributing to overpopulation problem and are responsible for the euthanization of countless animals in shelters. Every puppy or kitten CRITTER CORNER MICHELLE LEFLECHE Exercising means doing what you love! The absolute most important thing about exercise is finding something that you are interested in doing. If you do not like the exercise you have chosen, there is not much chance that you will continue with the exercise on a regular basis. Some people choose to do a variety of exercises, and pick a different one each day, others prefer a more standardized method and do the same exercises over and over. Whichever you choose is fine, as long as you do it. The recommendations from the American Heart Association for exercise, released in 2007, are a little complex. They can be found online at www.acsm.org. Basically, the guidelines boil down to exercising for 30 minutes a day, most days of the week, with at least two days of strengthening and balance exercises (I will explain these differences later on). If you are already doing this, then please see the Web site for more specific information. I am really focusing on beginners here. So, what does exercise do for us that is so great? Well, it uses calories that would otherwise be turned into fat; it reduces bad cholesterol and raises good cholesterol; it reduces stress and depression; it reduces insulin resistance in our cells making us much less likely to develop diabetes in the future, and makes us feel much better overall (That’s quite a list!). Different exercises use different amounts of calories. A great place to find more info on this is at www.mypyramid.gov. There are three main types of exercise – cardiovascular, strengthening and balance exercises. All three are important. Cardiovascular exercise is any exercise that increases your heart beat and makes you sweat. These are the exercises that are going to burn the most calories, work your heart, and are what most people think of when the word “exercise” is mentioned. There is a specific target heart rate for each of us based on our age. The mathematical equation is 220 minus your age, multiplied by 0.7, but another option is to look on your favorite search engine for “Target Heart Rate.” One of the benefits of using your heart rate to determine the intensity of your exercise is that when you are just starting to exercise, your heart rate responds quickly so that you are HEALTH CARE HOUSE CALL HEATHER BRIERE doing less exercise at the beginning than you end up doing after you have created a routine. It is very important you learn how to take your pulse and monitor your heart rate during cardiovascular exercise, as having a heart rate that is too high can be very dangerous. And as always, please speak to your primary care provider before you start any exercise routine, and stop exercising if you experience any chest pain or pressure, and seek medical attention immediately! Options for cardiovascular exercise include fast walking, dancing, riding a bike, following a work-out tape, mowing the lawn with a push mower, or anything else that gets your heart rate up! Next week I will discuss balance and strengthening exercises, and then will give some tips for beginning an exercise routine. I have already started receiving questions about this series, and will begin answering those on the following week. Thanks for your interest! Keep the questions coming by e-mailing hbriere@harringtonhospital.org or sending a regular letter in the mail to 340 Thompson Road, Webster, MA 01570. Don’t forget — come visit me on between 9 and 11 a.m. on Wednesday, April 21, for a free Blood Pressure Clinic! The clinic will be held at our office in Webster. Follow the signs for Harrington Physician Services. Nurse Practitioner Heather Briere has more than 15 years experience in nursing. She can be reached at the Harrington HealthCare at Hubbard Primary Care Office by calling 508-943-5132. Are you a Webster, Dudley or Oxford resident with an idea for a guest column or commentary? We want to hear it! E-mail ideas to aminor@stonebridgepress.com born because of these irresponsible people that is sold or given away reduces the chances of another dog or cat being adopted from a shelter. Most of the people in town who own intact pit bulls that I have asked why the dog is not neutered have responded that the intention is to breed the dog. This is why countless pit bulls are being euthanized every day. There are not enough no kill shelters or rescue organizations to keep up with the demand that these selfish people create by breeding these dogs. These people usually are ignorant and breed based on looks alone. They know nothing about genetics or responsible breeding practices. Most are not even financially responsible to properly provide veterinary care for the dog. The result is defective dogs caused by the breeding or by the people who purchase these dogs and lack proper education on how to handle a bully breed. All they care about is making a profit from the sale of the offspring. They are no better than the pet stores or other kennels who specialize in profiting off the sale of puppy mill dogs. Shame on them. Responsible, professional breeders care more about temperament, health, and preservation of the pedigree than the profit. I don’t mean to pick on pit bulls as there are other people out there looking to capitalize on breeding other breeds as well. Pit bulls just appear to be more prevalent. Okay, off my soapbox for now. Animal control picked up a male black lab mix pup with white on chest and paws on Easter Sunday. The pup was found near Bartlett High School. He is an adorable pup, very loveable and sweet. It appears that this pup was disposed of as no one has come forth to claim him. He will be officially up for adoption on April 16. If you are interested in adopting him, please pick up an application located in the mailbox outside the shelter gate on Sutton Road or at the Board of Health Office in the town hall. The pup will be properly vetted and neutered before being adopted and an adoption fee reflecting this cost will apply. The importance of driving safety School vacation week is just ahead and graduations will be coming soon. When this is combined with the spring weather, many people get the urge to go outside to enjoy driving around or other forms of recreation. I was asked to provide reminders to drivers, especially the younger drivers, of the importance of driving safely. Unfortunately, there have been too many tragic accidents and injuries involving young, inexperienced drivers in recent years. We have worked with the schools and other community groups to promote driving safety. Experience is perhaps the most important factor in preventing accidents. Unfortunately for new drivers, the lack of experience can only be corrected by driving. There are many driving behaviors that can be major factors in crashes. Three of the most common are speed, distractions and seatbelts. By controlling the speed of a vehicle and adjusting it according to the conditions around you, you have the best chance to pre- CHIEF’S CORNER STEVE WOJNAR vent an accident. The speed of a vehicle directly relates to the distance needed to stop. It takes time for your mind to identify the problem and react to it. The faster you travel, the less time you leave for these decisions. Distractions in and around your vehicle greatly enhance your risk of an accident. These can be cell phones, people in your vehicle, animals in your car, and a variety of other possibilities. Anything that can draw away your attention from the task of driving must be limited in order to keep your focus on the road. Finally, seatbelt use is a proven life saver. Vehicles are manufactured to protect the passenger compartment. When you are contained and held in your seat, you have the At the present time, this pup, which we call Rascal, is our only dog. We still have plenty of cats for adoption though! For anyone wondering where all the stainless steel cage units disappeared, Jose managed to dismantle the doorway of the shelter and get the cages inside with barely an inch to spare! The interior of the shelter has been “remodeled” to accommodate the cages and we are quite happy with the results. The interior of the shelter has never looked better. Of course, we still need to replace our interior kennels and make them accessible to the outside kennels but everything all in good time! For now, we are still in need of dog food, cat food and cat litter. Thank you Community Cat Connection and Willey’s Kitty Angels for your contributions to our shelter. Together, we can make a difference. Until next time, appreciate and respect each other and all the wonderful critters we have been blessed with. Michelle Lafleche is the animal control officer for the town of Webster and submits a periodic column for the Webster Times. best chance of surviving a crash. Most injuries and deaths occur when a person is ejected from a vehicle or when he or she collides with the steering wheel or other parts of a car. Some simple measures can be taken to limit serious injuries and deaths. Educational information, such as computer driving programs and personal presentations, are available to those who may need this. Please contact me if you need further information. Thanks go out to the members of our community and the local businesses who contributed to the Dudley DARE program fundraiser that took place a few months ago. As a special thanks to all, All Pro Productions sponsored a basketball game on Friday, April 9, at Shepherd Hill. It was the Dudley DARE All stars versus the New England Patriots All Stars. Despite a valiant effort by the locals, the Patriots prevailed. A large crowd was on hand to enjoy the evening and meet the current and former players who were on hand. The DARE program is conducted at the sixth grade level and it is designed to educate young people on the dangers of drugs and alcohol as well as violence prevention. It is completely supported by donations and programs such this. The community support of this effort is greatly appreciated. Thanks again for your questions and comments. Please send them to me at the Dudley Police Department, 71 West Main St., Dudley, MA 01571, or e-mail swojnar@dudleypolice.com. Opinions expressed in this weekly column are those of Chief Wojnar only and unless clearly noted, do not reflect the ideas or opinions of any other organization or citizen. LETTERS Extra! Extra! Read All About It! We think you’re important enough to tell all our readers to turn to the Opinion pages and read your Letters to the Editor. But first, you have to write us! Mail your letters to the Webster Times, P.O. Box 90, Southbridge, MA 01550. Or e-mail your letters to the editor at aminor@stonebridgepress.com. You’ll need to provide your name and place of residence, along with a phone number, so we can verify the letter is yours. We don’t have a set limit, but if you keep it around 600 words or so, you’re going to have a better chance at seeing all your words in print. If you want to write a bit longer about a particular issue, maybe a guest Your Turn column is your cup of tea. If you do that, try to keep it between 700-800 words. Remember, libelous remarks and/or personal attacks are a no-no and could lead to your letter not being published. So, what are you waiting for? Start writing!
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