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September 6, 2007

Anonymous The Salem News Thu Sep 06, 2007, 12:00 PM EDT

Yes, August was dry. But even before that warm and cloudless month, our water supply was under stress.

Strained public water systems are common in Massachusetts, despite rainfall and groundwater levels that were average for the first half of this year, according to the United States Geological Survey. It appears, then, that no matter how high or low rainfall and groundwater levels are, the potential for drought conditions exist.Read this article in full with a
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To the editor:
Now that the Peabody Essex Museum has become a major landlord in downtown Salem, it might be time for this institution to perform a noble restoration.
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Letter: Autistic son denied opportunity to skate

To the editor:
My son Jack is 6 years old and autistic. Though high functioning, he still possesses all of the characteristics of an autistic child.
My husband and I are constantly trying to involve him in physical activities in order to help make him feel more included and keep him physically active. This is, of course, challenging for a child that has difficulty attending or paying attention to instruction and waiting his turn. We recently enrolled him in karate with the understanding that in order for him to participate, either my husband or myself or Jack's therapist will be next to him the whole time supporting him and helping to keep him on task.

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Letter: Philharmonic one of Salem's gem

To the editor:
My thanks, and the thanks of every person in the audience, for the 2012 season of the Salem Philharmonic Orchestra.
Salem is made up of many historic and cultural resources that trace their roots from its early settlement to the present day.

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Letter: Taxes on top of taxes

To the editor:
I just received my annual form from the Beverly assessors' office listing all personal property at my business that is subject to taxation.
I am required to pay yearly taxes of $25.59 per $1,000 of value on every item I own, including my kitchen sink.

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