BRATTLEBORO — The Archer Mayor bit seems irrelevant and insensitive. I'm surprised you let this go to print.
I expect better from The Commons.
Rick Holmes, of Marlboro, is a retired newspaper editor and columnist. MARLBORO-Ho Chi Minh City,
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Join the “Libraries Rock!” Summer Challenge in the Children's Room at Brooks Memorial Library. Kids earn points to win prizes by attending library events, completing the weekly discovery station, and, of course, reading. Prizes will be awarded once 25 points have been earned. Each child can earn multiple prizes over the course of the challenge. Prizes include free books, prize packs, gift certificates to local eateries and stores, and passes to fun activities. Parents can earn a bonus point for...
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