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Summer concert series, outdoor family movies nights, lantern festival, easter egg hunt, yoga in the park
May 23, 2014 by
Sylvia Bubbins (8 points)
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Summer concert series, outdoor family movies nights, lantern festival, easter egg hunt, yoga in the park
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This FB site uses the whitman name and even the TOWN uses it to promote many activities, yet, it has NO community governance or town input. A site with about 10K members acting as if a town site is...
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This FB site uses the whitman name and even the TOWN uses it to promote many activities, yet, it has NO community governance or town input. A site with about 10K members acting as if a town site is not ok. Particularly with only four moderators that are in now way connected to town government or laws.
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Jan 24, 2019 by
Michelle Manning (18 points)
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This FB site uses the whitman name and even the TOWN uses it to promote many activities, yet, it has NO community governance or town input. A site with about 10K members acting as if a town site is not ok. Particularly with only four moderators that are in now way connected to town government or laws.
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Being that the water bills are quite high, I think the town should switch to quarterly water bills so people aren't burdened with such a high payment twice a year
Apr 6, 2017 by
Seannyd (5 points)
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Being that the water bills are quite high, I think the town should switch to quarterly water bills so people aren't burdened with such a high payment twice a year
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I think children and seniors would both benefit from having shared activities that bring them together. Story telling, simple arts and crafts, musical activities, etc. Our senior community has much to...
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I think children and seniors would both benefit from having shared activities that bring them together. Story telling, simple arts and crafts, musical activities, etc. Our senior community has much to share with our youngsters, and many of our youngsters may not always have a lot of interaction with seniors. This is a great way to bring both together in a casual environment which can be both fun and educational as well.
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Jun 23, 2014 by
D. Boisvert (5 points)
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I think children and seniors would both benefit from having shared activities that bring them together. Story telling, simple arts and crafts, musical activities, etc. Our senior community has much to share with our youngsters, and many of our youngsters may not always have a lot of interaction with seniors. This is a great way to bring both together in a casual environment which can be both fun and educational as well.
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Is this house flipping? Is this legal? Whitman is a great place to live.
Whitman Conservation Commission needs to follow the Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act when deciding to allow housing...
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Is this house flipping? Is this legal? Whitman is a great place to live.
Whitman Conservation Commission needs to follow the Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act when deciding to allow housing to be built next to a pond and near the many rivers, tributaries, marshes, and wetlands in Whitman, Massachusetts.
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May 8, 2020 by
Cherylann Joseph (15 points)
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Is this house flipping? Is this legal? Whitman is a great place to live.
Whitman Conservation Commission needs to follow the Massachusetts Wetland Protection Act when deciding to allow housing to be built next to a pond and near the many rivers, tributaries, marshes, and wetlands in Whitman, Massachusetts.
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I shall, for lack of a better term, call it plawking or plogging. This activity got its start in Sweden/Scandinavia . Joggers began picking up litter along their path I take walks down Washington St....
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I shall, for lack of a better term, call it plawking or plogging. This activity got its start in Sweden/Scandinavia . Joggers began picking up litter along their path I take walks down Washington St. and when I do, the amount of garbage littering our town is appalling! Now when I walk, I take a plastic bag and pick up the litter as I walk. At first, I was embarrassed pursuing this activity, but the more I thought about it, it is the people who litter that should be embarrassed. I am not an organizer, never have been, but there are some things I feel I have a moral responsibility to address. I don't know if there is an incentive already in practice. If there is, I would love to hear more.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/inspired-life/wp/2018/02/23/plogging-is-the-swedish-fitness-craze-for-people-who-want-to-save-the-planet-its-making-its-way-to-the-u-s/?utm_term=.1c8d1df42027
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Feb 11, 2019 by
Nancy Smith (8 points)
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I shall, for lack of a better term, call it plawking or plogging. This activity got its start in Sweden/Scandinavia . Joggers began picking up litter along their path I take walks down Washington St. and when I do, the amount of garbage littering our town is appalling! Now when I walk, I take a plastic bag and pick up the litter as I walk. At first, I was embarrassed pursuing this activity, but the more I thought about it, it is the people who litter that should be embarrassed. I am not an organizer, never have been, but there are some things I feel I have a moral responsibility to address. I don't know if there is an incentive already in practice. If there is, I would love to hear more.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/inspired-life/wp/2018/02/23/plogging-is-the-swedish-fitness-craze-for-people-who-want-to-save-the-planet-its-making-its-way-to-the-u-s/?utm_term=.1c8d1df42027
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At Whitman Conservation Commission Public Hearing about Plymouth street, project please preserve existing wetlands. Sincerely, Cheryl A. Joseph, Massachusetts Department of Education certified...
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At Whitman Conservation Commission Public Hearing about Plymouth street, project please preserve existing wetlands. Sincerely, Cheryl A. Joseph, Massachusetts Department of Education certified Biology Teacher. The "Bog Turtle" is on the I.U.C.N. Red List: Critically Endangered in the United States! It may still be in Whitman, MA.
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May 3, 2019 by
Cherylann Joseph (5 points)
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At Whitman Conservation Commission Public Hearing about Plymouth street, project please preserve existing wetlands. Sincerely, Cheryl A. Joseph, Massachusetts Department of Education certified Biology Teacher. The "Bog Turtle" is on the I.U.C.N. Red List: Critically Endangered in the United States! It may still be in Whitman, MA.
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The skate park that has been planned and not completed - why not complete it, make it a use at your own risk facility, require helmets and strongly recommend wrist and knee pads, open until dusk only...
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The skate park that has been planned and not completed - why not complete it, make it a use at your own risk facility, require helmets and strongly recommend wrist and knee pads, open until dusk only when an authorized supervisor is present. My hometown has a skate park which is actively supervised. The kids adhere to the rules, take care of the park and fully appreciate that the town gave them a voice.
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Mar 19, 2016 by
Gish (8 points)
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The skate park that has been planned and not completed - why not complete it, make it a use at your own risk facility, require helmets and strongly recommend wrist and knee pads, open until dusk only when an authorized supervisor is present. My hometown has a skate park which is actively supervised. The kids adhere to the rules, take care of the park and fully appreciate that the town gave them a voice.
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This FB site uses the whitman name and even the TOWN uses it to promote many activities, yet, it has NO community governance or town input. A site with about 10K members acting as if a town site is...
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This FB site uses the whitman name and even the TOWN uses it to promote many activities, yet, it has NO community governance or town input. A site with about 10K members acting as if a town site is not ok. Particularly with only four moderators that are in now way connected to town government or laws.
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Jan 24, 2019 by
Michelle Manning (18 points)
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This FB site uses the whitman name and even the TOWN uses it to promote many activities, yet, it has NO community governance or town input. A site with about 10K members acting as if a town site is not ok. Particularly with only four moderators that are in now way connected to town government or laws.
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We are starting a Think Tank in Whitman
We will have discussions about current problems or issues people would like to voice their opinions on, learn more about, and possibly contribute solutions...
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We are starting a Think Tank in Whitman
We will have discussions about current problems or issues people would like to voice their opinions on, learn more about, and possibly contribute solutions to. The first meeting will be on Saturday September 1, 2018 in the library community room. It should be creative, stimulating and interesting. All are welcome.
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Aug 1, 2018 by
Erin (8 points)
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We are starting a Think Tank in Whitman
We will have discussions about current problems or issues people would like to voice their opinions on, learn more about, and possibly contribute solutions to. The first meeting will be on Saturday September 1, 2018 in the library community room. It should be creative, stimulating and interesting. All are welcome.
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Catch and Release Fishing Derby at Hobart's Pond around Father's Day
Annual Easter Egg Hunt in the Town Park
Occasional Fitness Boot Camps for Adults in the Town Park
Maybe the Town can charge a...
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Catch and Release Fishing Derby at Hobart's Pond around Father's Day
Annual Easter Egg Hunt in the Town Park
Occasional Fitness Boot Camps for Adults in the Town Park
Maybe the Town can charge a reasonable registration fee for each and have a portion of it go back to the Parks and Rec/Town.
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Apr 22, 2014 by
Gish (8 points)
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Catch and Release Fishing Derby at Hobart's Pond around Father's Day
Annual Easter Egg Hunt in the Town Park
Occasional Fitness Boot Camps for Adults in the Town Park
Maybe the Town can charge a reasonable registration fee for each and have a portion of it go back to the Parks and Rec/Town.
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2020 primary
Aug 31, 2020 by
Theresa Lynskey (15 points)
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2020 primary
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The Whitman Adopt-A-Street is a volunteer based program to help initiate a clean, safe and attractive community. By working together we can continue to provide a beautiful clean environment in which...
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The Whitman Adopt-A-Street is a volunteer based program to help initiate a clean, safe and attractive community. By working together we can continue to provide a beautiful clean environment in which to live and raise a family. The program educates and encourages people to stop littering and take pride in their community. Volunteers from civic organizations, social clubs, neighborhood associations, individual families, churches, school groups, private employers are encouraged to participate. We need the support of the DPW to utilize dumpsters to bring collected trash. To belong to the Keep Massachusetts Beautiful chapter and have a link to our program on our Town Hall website.
Most importantly, to create a committee who can meet monthly to discuss goals, and future endeavors in keeping the town of Whitman free of litter. Retired teachers, engineers, town residence wishing to make a difference are welcomed.
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Apr 13, 2021 by
Dorothy Arena (5 points)
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The Whitman Adopt-A-Street is a volunteer based program to help initiate a clean, safe and attractive community. By working together we can continue to provide a beautiful clean environment in which to live and raise a family. The program educates and encourages people to stop littering and take pride in their community. Volunteers from civic organizations, social clubs, neighborhood associations, individual families, churches, school groups, private employers are encouraged to participate. We need the support of the DPW to utilize dumpsters to bring collected trash. To belong to the Keep Massachusetts Beautiful chapter and have a link to our program on our Town Hall website.
Most importantly, to create a committee who can meet monthly to discuss goals, and future endeavors in keeping the town of Whitman free of litter. Retired teachers, engineers, town residence wishing to make a difference are welcomed.
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Many towns have changed the name of their representative government from the board of selectmen to the selectboard and I would like to see that here since members of that board can be any gender.
Jun 26, 2020 by
Erin (8 points)
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Many towns have changed the name of their representative government from the board of selectmen to the selectboard and I would like to see that here since members of that board can be any gender.
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See more about us and how we are already finding answers in Whitman.
Sep 11, 2018 by
Erin (8 points)
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See more about us and how we are already finding answers in Whitman.
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Have an Annual Haunted House and haunted hay rides!!(: We all miss the Whitman Middle School Haunted House! :(
Sep 29, 2015 by
Danielle Jerrier (8 points)
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Have an Annual Haunted House and haunted hay rides!!(: We all miss the Whitman Middle School Haunted House! :(
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Vet visits can be very confusing and emotional for seniors who have pets. Although most vets are caring and honest, not all are, and some are prone to take advantage of an elderly person alone. People...
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Vet visits can be very confusing and emotional for seniors who have pets. Although most vets are caring and honest, not all are, and some are prone to take advantage of an elderly person alone. People who would take advantage of an elderly person are less likely to do this if there is someone with the person as a witness to what is being said and prescribed as a treatment. I also think a tip sheet available to seniors would also help or maybe an article in the newsletter as a guide for seniors when going to the vet. Seniors need to know how to get the most for their money and how to save on treatments, medications, and visits. There are ways to save if you know the tricks.
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Aug 13, 2015 by
Susan Molina (8 points)
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Vet visits can be very confusing and emotional for seniors who have pets. Although most vets are caring and honest, not all are, and some are prone to take advantage of an elderly person alone. People who would take advantage of an elderly person are less likely to do this if there is someone with the person as a witness to what is being said and prescribed as a treatment. I also think a tip sheet available to seniors would also help or maybe an article in the newsletter as a guide for seniors when going to the vet. Seniors need to know how to get the most for their money and how to save on treatments, medications, and visits. There are ways to save if you know the tricks.
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The Whitman Think Tank is Here!
We started a think tank in Whitman and we meet on the first Saturday of each month at 11:00 am in the library's community room. Our next meeting is October 6, 2018...
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The Whitman Think Tank is Here!
We started a think tank in Whitman and we meet on the first Saturday of each month at 11:00 am in the library's community room. Our next meeting is October 6, 2018.
Please leave a comment if you plan on coming and if this isn't a good day and time for you, feel free to suggest a new one so we can make changes
Some possible topics for discussion are:
Fostering a greater commitment to education
Making healthcare/health a priority
Keeping communities safe
The topics do not have to be about Whitman only, we are open to discuss any problems people know of that they would like to explore and find creative solutions to.
“The true sign of knowledge is not intelligence but imagination”
Albert Einstein
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Sep 8, 2018 by
Erin (8 points)
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The Whitman Think Tank is Here!
We started a think tank in Whitman and we meet on the first Saturday of each month at 11:00 am in the library's community room. Our next meeting is October 6, 2018.
Please leave a comment if you plan on coming and if this isn't a good day and time for you, feel free to suggest a new one so we can make changes
Some possible topics for discussion are:
Fostering a greater commitment to education
Making healthcare/health a priority
Keeping communities safe
The topics do not have to be about Whitman only, we are open to discuss any problems people know of that they would like to explore and find creative solutions to.
“The true sign of knowledge is not intelligence but imagination”
Albert Einstein
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Power outages and Poor infrastructure?
Mar 4, 2018 by
Paul Arnstein (5 points)
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Power outages and Poor infrastructure?
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IWhitman already takes very good care of parks and open space.
Oct 16, 2020 by
Cheryl Joseph (5 points)
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IWhitman already takes very good care of parks and open space.
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Please provide voting information for Sept 1 and Presidential Election Nov 3 2020
Post election results town election 3020
Aug 31, 2020 by
Theresa Lynskey (15 points)
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Please provide voting information for Sept 1 and Presidential Election Nov 3 2020
Post election results town election 3020
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Please provide voting information for Sept 1 and Presidential Election Nov 3 2020
Post election results town election 3020
Aug 31, 2020 by
Theresa Lynskey (15 points)
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Please provide voting information for Sept 1 and Presidential Election Nov 3 2020
Post election results town election 3020
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When Tony Hawk visited Whitman, MA in 1989 and drew a crowd of thousands to his demo show in front of Bike Barn, it was clear then that skateboarding is interwoven with the town’s DNA. Since then,...
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When Tony Hawk visited Whitman, MA in 1989 and drew a crowd of thousands to his demo show in front of Bike Barn, it was clear then that skateboarding is interwoven with the town’s DNA. Since then, Whitman skateboarders has continued to grow in the margins of our town’s streets, sidewalks and parking lots. Skateboarding is one of those sports that “chooses you” and brings together an eclectic group of people around a single passion; because of this, the Whitman skating community has become even more firmly rooted in the town and in love for the sport, even in the absence of dedicated spaces for skating.
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Dec 7, 2021 by
Kent Payne (30 points)
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When Tony Hawk visited Whitman, MA in 1989 and drew a crowd of thousands to his demo show in front of Bike Barn, it was clear then that skateboarding is interwoven with the town’s DNA. Since then, Whitman skateboarders has continued to grow in the margins of our town’s streets, sidewalks and parking lots. Skateboarding is one of those sports that “chooses you” and brings together an eclectic group of people around a single passion; because of this, the Whitman skating community has become even more firmly rooted in the town and in love for the sport, even in the absence of dedicated spaces for skating.
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Why are we allowed to gather in groups of 100 Or more for this Sunday’s protest, but our children, the same ones who will be at this protest, aren’t allowed by the town to be on the fields practicing...
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Why are we allowed to gather in groups of 100 Or more for this Sunday’s protest, but our children, the same ones who will be at this protest, aren’t allowed by the town to be on the fields practicing and playing games? I do not understand these arbitrary guidelines, rules, restrictIons, whatever you want to call them. I have seen many protests this week of hundreds of people gathered together peacefully to protest. So why aren’t our local sports teams allowed to gather and practice and play games?
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Jun 4, 2020 by
Erin Smith (5 points)
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Why are we allowed to gather in groups of 100 Or more for this Sunday’s protest, but our children, the same ones who will be at this protest, aren’t allowed by the town to be on the fields practicing and playing games? I do not understand these arbitrary guidelines, rules, restrictIons, whatever you want to call them. I have seen many protests this week of hundreds of people gathered together peacefully to protest. So why aren’t our local sports teams allowed to gather and practice and play games?
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This FB site uses the whitman name and even the TOWN uses it to promote many activities, yet, it has NO community governance or town input. A site with about 10K members acting as if a town site is...
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This FB site uses the whitman name and even the TOWN uses it to promote many activities, yet, it has NO community governance or town input. A site with about 10K members acting as if a town site is not ok. Particularly with only four moderators that are in now way connected to town government or laws.
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Jan 24, 2019 by
Michelle Manning (18 points)
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This FB site uses the whitman name and even the TOWN uses it to promote many activities, yet, it has NO community governance or town input. A site with about 10K members acting as if a town site is not ok. Particularly with only four moderators that are in now way connected to town government or laws.
