Santa meets the guidance counselor in holiday stress
An Editorial notes the immense pressure on parents of high school seniors as college applications loom by January 1. It outlines four parent types and common tactics to nudge reluctant teens, from frustration to grounding, ending with holiday goodwill and prayers for those affected.
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Fairfield Warde High School
Ludlowe High School
Joel Barlow
Fairfield Prep
Notre Dame
Fairfield
Easton
Intelligent Design is Not a Scientific Theory Letter
In a letter to the editor, the writer argues that Intelligent Design is not a testable scientific theory and should not be taught in science classes. They accuse proponents of using politics to push ID into curricula, noting evolution remains the robust scientific explanation after decades of empirical testing.
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Coombs
Mance
Negotiating for Senior Housing in Easton
In a public push, Easton P&Z rejected a 44 unit senior housing plan on South Park Avenue, amid a looming 74 unit affordable project. The town faces mounting school cost and possible condemnation of the property, while editors urge the boards to pursue a senior housing compromise and avoid costly land purchases.
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Easton
P&z
The
Selectmen
Board of Selectmen
South Park
Fairfield Minuteman Seeks Reader Letters Submissions
The Fairfield Minuteman invites letters and written contributions from readers. Include writer name address and daytime phone number. Submissions may be edited for length clarity or legal considerations. Anonymous letters will not be published.
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The
Minuteman
Post Road
Fairfield
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