Our Digital Archive from 2000 – 2016
To the Editor: Two score and seven years ago, Evelyn Taraszkiewicz began her career as a Bayonne High School history teacher. It is with mixed emotions that we wish her a happy retirement on June 30. Evelyn’s hallmarks were her indescribable work ethic and her vision. Educated at Mount Carmel, Holy Family Academy, Notre Dame …
To the Editor: I recently had the honor of organizing and performing a service project that would help me attain the rank of Eagle Scout. My project idea was to refurbish an underused field at Bayonne Little League that would be used as a T-Ball field. I would like to take this opportunity to extend …
To the Editor: Sept. 1, 1964, “a day which will live in infamy,” Evelyn Taraszkiewicz began the journey of her life. For the next 46 years (47 in total), E.T. would make history in the Bayonne School District. They say, you are only as strong as your leader. Mrs. T. led by example. Her demands …
To the Editor: In this week’s article in “The New York Times,” it stated that the employment rate for new college graduates has fallen precipitously in the last two years. And yet, we expect to spend a billion dollars to raise the road-way of the Bayonne Bridge to further destroy our economy as foreign ships …
To the Editor: In this most beautiful and holy season of Passover and Easter, I must tell of a wonderful faith community right here in Saint Andrew’s Parish. When a well loved parishioner passed away suddenly during Holy Week, I witnessed an amazing expression of love and compassion. Many people immediately rallied in numerous ways …
To the Editor: This is a heartfelt thank you from Commander Glen J. Flora of the Joyce-Herbert V.F.W. Post 226 to our grammar school students of the Bayonne community schools, All Saints Catholic Academy, Cub Scout Pack No. 25, and members of the community. It is with great pleasure that I reach out to thank …
To the Editor: A letter from Congressman Sires in the April 20 edition asked for a federal budget that reduces the deficit in a responsible way. Congressman Sires criticizes Congressman Ryan’s budget proposal, but gives no suggestions to fix the monstrous federal deficit. Let us recall that reckless federal spending began with FDR’s New Deal …
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To the Editor: On behalf of the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life, we would like to express our gratitude for the donation you made to our second annual Survivor Tea Party, which was held on April 2 at St. Henry’s Parish Center. Special thanks to our guest speakers: Madeline Fiadini LoRe, Larry Pilarski, and …
To the Editor: On behalf of the Concerned Citizens of Bayonne, we want to thank the Bayonne Community Bank, located at Fourth, 27th, and 40th Streets, for their cooperation, hospitality, and permission in allowing us to sell our 50/50 tickets at their establishments. This annual function is held for the sole purpose of donating the …
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To the Editor: This is long overdue. I felt the need to thank the Bayonne Police Department. Because of you and only you, Bayonne is still a safe town. Considering the crime and violence around us, each and every one of you deserves much credit. So again, thank you, be safe, and God bless! LAURA …