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HB Letters

HUD is good for Brookline

To the Editor: I was taken aback by Jack Flanagan’s attack on HUD. HUD is the cabinet-level federal department that defines its mission as “to create strong, sustainable, inclusive communities and quality affordable homes for all.” How can someone disagree with ...

Many of Representative Flanagan’s comments are incorrect

To the Editor: Rep. Jack Flanagan’s letter explaining his opposition to mixed use had many incorrect statements. As a reminder, the proposed mixed-use ordinance would have eased business regulations to allow certain small businesses in existing houses along Route 130. Also, fringe ...

I’m not voting for Jeanne Shaheen in 2014

To the Editor: As this disastrous federal health care takeover unfolds, it is important to remember Sen. Jeanne Shaheen was a leading cheerleader in the blind rush to enact Obamacare. Back in 2009-10, she refused to consider any amendments made by Republicans. The majority of the public ...

Common Core – Rotten to the core

To the Editor: As a mother of a school-aged child, a taxpayer and an elected local official, I am greatly concerned about the dawn of Common Core in our local schools.  First, it is imperative that SAU 41 have an open and honest dialogue about the future of our children’s education ...

Rater doesn’t get it

To the Editor: I am rather surprised that I must defend myself as it relates to Brian Rater’s inaccurate claims about past town of Brookline grants. He is representing that I took steps to hurt the town. This couldn’t be further from the truth. First, he makes ...

Thank you from the Greater YMCA of Nashua

To the Editor: The YMCA of Greater Nashua held its 11th annual and Gala on Friday, Nov. 1. Our auction, which raised nearly $80,000, was successful because of the generosity of many individuals and businesses in the Greater Nashua community. These friends of the Y realize that the YMCA meets ...