Letters to the Editor
By GOVERNOR'S OFFICE
February 8, 2023
"Over the past two years, under President Biden’s leadership, our nation has staged a historic comeback. Tonight, the President gave us a powerful reason to join with him under our shared American values and with common purpose to finish the job of restoring our nation’s pride and global ...
Never underestimate the power of a small group of committed people to change the world. In fact, it is the only thing that ever has—- Inspired by these simple words, I am thrilled to report on a significant favorable development in our continued objection to the proposed mega-warehouse. This ...
Never underestimate the power of a small group of committed people to change the world. In fact, it is the only thing that ever has—- Inspired by these simple words, I am thrilled to report on a significant favorable development in our continued objection to the proposed mega-warehouse. This ...
I am writing today about the proposed One Westfield Place project. I attended a special Streetworks event recently to learn about the sustainability design concepts that are planned as part of the One Westfield Place project. I was very impressed by the many design features of the new buildings.
Dear Editor: As the son of a retired Chief of Police, one of the special honors of my time in public office so far has been the opportunity to serve as liaison from the governing body to the Scotch Plains Police Department. In that role, I routinely meet with our Police Department’s leadership ...
I am a New Providence resident and parent. I would like to share the financial, voting, and statutory details pertaining to a recent Board of Education action. These facts are matters of public record that I found surprising as I dug into the relevant meeting minutes… The New Providence Board ...
To the Editor: My wife and I have lived in Westfield for more than 50 years. Our children are graduates of Westfield High School and I served the community for 36 years as senior rabbi of Temple Emanu-El, president of the Westfield Foundation and Westfield Ministerium, and in numerous other ...
To The Editor: February 14th is Valentine's Day but did you know that it is also the birthday of the League of Women Voters? This Valentine's Day marks the 103rd birthday of the League, which was founded in Chicago in 1920, six months prior to the ratification of the 19th amendment and women ...
To The Editor: February 14th is Valentine's Day but did you know that it is also the birthday of the League of Women Voters? This Valentine's Day marks the 103rd birthday of the League, which was founded in Chicago in 1920, six months prior to the ratification of the 19th amendment and women ...
To The Editor: February 14th is Valentine's Day but did you know that it is also the birthday of the League of Women Voters? This Valentine's Day marks the 103rd birthday of the League, which was founded in Chicago in 1920, six months prior to the ratification of the 19th amendment and women ...
Dear Editor, As a New Providence property owner, I was very pleased to see that Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill (D) of the NJ 11th Congressional District, and Congressman Mike Lawler (R) of the NY 17th Congressional District, have introduced a bipartisan bill to restore the SALT property tax ...
National Economic Council Director Brian Deese and Office of Management Budget Director Shalanda Young sent a memo to the Republicans asking that they “commit to the bedrock principle that the United States will never default on its financial obligations.” As a taxpayer I have been watching the ...
I am writing in regard to the One Westfield Place proposal. And to be clear, while on the Town Council I voted to designate the areas being considered for the current proposal as Areas in Need of Redevelopment. I was, and continue to be, a supporter of Smart Growth. My view of Smart Growth however ...
Dear Editor, Like many in our community, I was shocked to see that during the week of January 22nd, corporate developer Garrubbo Properties clearcut over 800 trees adjacent to the popular West Essex Trail in Cedar Grove in order to prepare the land for a long beleaguered affordable housing ...
Dear Editor: Having conducted the Sussex County Saint Patrick's Day Parade in Newton for the 17 years before the pandemic, we are so pleased to hear that the St. Patrick's Day Parade is returning to Newton; with the Newton Fire Department being the new hosts of the parade. The Township of ...
Dear Editor, Re the Jan. 31, 2023 WO Council meeting. Former council member Cindy Matute-Brown conducted herself in a most craven manner. During public comment Matute-Brown blatantly accused Councilwoman Susan Scarpa of “whitewashing” her approach to the locating of cannabis dispensaries within ...
Letter To The Editor: We would like to thank the New Jersey State School Boards Association for the Certificates of Appreciation honoring our Mother, Debbie Boyle, for all her unselfish efforts and many contributions. It states that she has worked hard and contributed much as a member of ...
Dear Editor, Like many in our community, I was shocked to see that during the week of January 22nd, corporate developer Garrubbo Properties clearcut over 800 trees adjacent to the popular West Essex Trail in Cedar Grove in order to prepare the land for a long beleaguered affordable housing ...
This Letter to the Editor was written earlier this week before a 10-year-old Summit boy was injured in a crosswalk on his way to school this morning. Thankfully he was not critically injured, but please let this serve as a reminder that we need to always look out for others, especially when ...
To the Editor: “As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the Constitutional ...
To the Editor: “As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the Constitutional ...
To the Editor: “As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the Constitutional ...
Dear Editor: Having conducted the Sussex County Saint Patrick's Day Parade in Newton for the 17 years before the pandemic, we are so pleased to hear that the St. Patrick's Day Parade is returning to Newton; with the Newton Fire Department being the new hosts of the parade. The Township of ...
With thanks for inspiration to Joe Salemme who addressed the issue of PILOTs and School Funding last week. As he pointed out, the project's own numbers show that the Southside parking lots will generate $780,752 in Land Tax Revenue over 30 years ("North/South Zone" in their table), or an average of ...
A routine traffic stop should never end in murder. The tragic death of Tyre Nichols is yet another indication that attempts for reform have failed. Our representatives must enact legislation to end police violence and the toxic police culture we are plagued by. As their badges say, they are sworn ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ -- Elected officials across party lines have expressed their sorrow and outrage at the shocking murder of Sayreville Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour, a Republican who took office a little over a year ago on January 1, 2022. Governor Phil Murphy “I am stunned by the news of ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ -- Elected officials across party lines have expressed their sorrow and outrage at the shocking murder of Sayreville Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour, a Republican who took office a little over a year ago on January 1, 2022. Governor Phil Murphy “I am stunned by the news of ...
Groups of Westfield residents have been trying for months to analyze the important financial assumptions to the One Westfield Place project and determine risks and hidden costs. Based on the limited financial information being made available, these are among the major financial concerns so ...
Dear Editor, I wanted to thank everyone who donated to my “Sock It To Me” Campaign. For the month of January I collected new socks to be donated to teens in crisis at the Adolescent Unit of Trinitas Medical Center. The response of the community was overwhelming. Collection boxes were left at ...
To the Editor: “As a law enforcement officer, my fundamental duty is to serve the community; to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against violence or disorder; and to respect the Constitutional ...