Monthly Archives: August 2014

New England Municipal Government News Headlines

Posted on 27 August 2014 by thoslop

Recent news stories related to municipal government in New England (and issues being faced on the local level) include these articles: CT: Support for New London pedestrian walkway plan varies (The Day) ME: Paris eyeing utility district land for riverside … Continue reading →

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Reflection Starter from C. S. Lewis

Posted on 27 August 2014 by thoslop

“It may be hard for an egg to turn into a bird: it would be a jolly sight harder for it to learn to fly while remaining an egg. We are like eggs at present. And you cannot go on … Continue reading →

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Recreation Idea Starter: Outdoor Explorations for 1st and 2nd Graders

Posted on 26 August 2014 by thoslop

The Wallingford, CT, Department of Parks & Recreation is offering an Outdoor Exploration program for students in Grades 1 and 2. A retired Kindergarten teacher will guide participants as they explore woods, fields, and streams. They will also go on … Continue reading →

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New England Municipal Government News Headlines

Posted on 26 August 2014 by thoslop

Recent news stories related to municipal government in New England (and issues being faced on the local level) include these articles: CT: Defunct homeowners’ group poses dilemma for Wallingford residents (Record-Journal) ME: Livermore taking steps to alleviate moisture in Town … Continue reading →

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Reflection Starter from Winston Churchill

Posted on 26 August 2014 by thoslop

“Difficulties mastered are opportunities won.” – Winston Churchill

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Library Idea Starter: First Thursday Program

Posted on 25 August 2014 by thoslop

The Orr’s Island Library, Harpswell, ME, offers a special program on the first Thursday of each month (7:00 PM) in which a featured speaker will make an presentation about an issue of interest. Upcoming scheduled presentations include Cumberland County Sheriff … Continue reading →

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New England Municipal Government News Headlines

Posted on 25 August 2014 by thoslop

Recent news stories related to municipal government in New England (and issues being faced on the local level) include these articles: CT: Chicken farmer, town officials spar over acreage (WTNH-TV) ME: Harpswell rescue officials take hard line against possible management … Continue reading →

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Reflection Starter from Max Lucado

Posted on 25 August 2014 by thoslop

“The people who make a difference are not the ones with the credentials but the ones with the concern.” ― Max Lucado

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New England Municipal Government News Headlines

Posted on 23 August 2014 by thoslop

Recent news stories related to municipal government in New England (and issues being faced on the local level) include these articles: CT: CT officers cracking down on drivers in school zones (WFSB-TV) ME: In RSU 21, young children are getting … Continue reading →

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Reflection Starter from Wayne Dyer

Posted on 23 August 2014 by thoslop

“Too often we jump to the conclusion that something is impossible simply because we cannot see the solution. . . . No one knows enough to be a pessimist.” – Wayne W Dyer, Ph.D.

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