Letters to the editor: Thursday, Feb. 6

Tallow as eatery name?

I’m happy that the old McDonalds building may host a new restaurant in Millerton. However, if they are promoting healthier eating they may want to rethink their name. Beef fat may strike the wrong note.
Just saying!
Dan Lewis
Lakeville, Conn.

SWSA Snow Ball thank you to supporters

As organizer of the Salisbury Winter Sports Association annual Snow Ball Dance, I want to send a big thank you out to the many people who made it happen again this year at the Lakeville Town Grove. Thanks to Stacey Dodge and her amazing team, the place was decorated perfectly for the event! Also, a big thank you to the many volunteers who always come through to assist me at the event and dozens of local businesses who donated wonderful prizes to the annual Snow Ball raffle. We had a fabulous turnout and some great music and the crowd danced the night away. We would also like to thank our friends at the Norbrook Farm Brewery for their support. Without these people and businesses our event would not be possible. See you at our next SWSA event!
John Sullivan
On behalf of the Salisbury Winter Sports Association
Salisbury, Conn.

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