Senate should pass hand-held cell-phone ban
This is regarding an editorial, “Just hang up” (Telegram & Gazette, Jan. 18). I seriously question the debate our Massachusetts House had on using hand-held cell phones while driving. There’s no debate that individuals do have rights, but when you elect to live in civilization, you must consider the rights of others, including their right to safety.
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Pork ’stimulus’
The evolution of a plausible bipartisan economic “stimulus” package into a pork-barrel free-for-all is another textbook case of why the federal government can’t get out from under the $9 trillion mountain of debt it has accumulated. The Congress, which has dawdled for years over health care, Social Security and immigration, can act with lightning speed when it suits its purposes.
Original post by telegram.com- Opinion
Simplified spelling schemes of years past proved to be hard sell
The Worcester Evening Gazette had been dependably Republican ever since it was founded in 1866, but on Aug. 27, 1905, it loudly declared a rupture with President Theodore Roosevelt.
Original post by telegram.com- Opinion
Storm-water permit language puts Worcester at fiscal risk
Much has been written lately about the actual cost to comply with the federal Environmental Protection Agency’s next five-year storm-water permit. The city of Worcester has estimated the cost at $1.2 billion based on a detailed study by its respected environmental consultant, Camp Dresser and McKee of Cambridge. The EPA has countered with an estimate of $18.2 million. The public is left to wonder how there can be such great variance. Some difference in cost is certainly understandable but a vari
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Politicians assisted in veteran’s care
I’m writing to express my most sincere gratitude toward Lt. Gov. Timothy P. Murray, Sen. Edward M. Augustus Jr. and their staffs.
Original post by telegram.com- Opinion
Sharks seeking 2nd-half surge
For teams like the Sharks, the Calder Cup playoffs start tomorrow.
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On the hunt
I have been looking to replace my leather strappy platforms that my lovely dog chewed (dogs always eat your favorites). I had that pair for ten years. I believe that justifies spending the money on a good pair. But which pair? I’m not use to spending more then $20 for shoes. Please help me decide…
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Original post by punky
Free online writing courses
Here’s a great list of 10 universities offering writing courses for free, online.
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Original post by Brendan