Thank you for the honor
To the Editor: I would like to thank the Mackin Society, the scouts of Bayonne, my wonderful family, and all those loving friends who supported, encouraged and prayed for me over the many years I have worked with kids from New England to New Mexico. Wherever I traveled, no matter what the project was, whatever …
Thank for the donation
To the Editor: On behalf of the craft class at the 56th Street Senior Center, I wish to thank Ellen McDermott and her husband George for their generous donation of numerous craft items to our class. Our crafters will make good use of all the items donated. Thanking you again. MARION COONEY Facilitator
‘It’s time to stop the embarrassment’
To the Editor: Bayonne Councilman Gary La Pelusa should resign his council seat immediately. What he did was wrong, and if not illegal, may have violated New Jersey election laws. La Pelusa should have known where his paychecks for being Tony Chiapponne’s legislative aide were going. After a recent council meeting where Mr. La Pelusa …
‘Shame on us’
To the Editor: I am writing to find out “who” I need to contact regarding the filthy condition of Route 440 North and South in Bayonne. Considering this is the major roadway running through Bayonne, you would think it would be better cared for. Between the overgrown vegetation on the median, and all the trash …
Felons tarnish plaque
To the Editor: Hank Millan, a veteran of the Korean War, has requested that I delve into this travesty. The plaque at Stephen R. Gregg County Park is being desecrated by the convicted names of the following felons: Former County Executive Robert Janiszewski, former Freeholder Nidia Colon, and former Freeholder William Braker. Their names should …
What are the advantages?
To the Editor: Just recently, the Project Labor Agreement successfully won the legal case “that requires the city to use union labor in public construction contracts when a tax abatement is granted.” Although this decision will benefit union workers, it is important to ask, what are the consequences of granting monopoly-like advantages to unions? Such …
Handicapped child denied bowling game participation
To the Editor: My daughter, Virginia is a 31-year old Downs Syndrome person who is attending the Hudson Milestones Program. On Saturdays, from May to September every year, special children from this center and others in and around town are ordinarily playing bowling games from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Hudson Bayonne Lanes …
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Thank you from HCAL
To the Editor: On June 11, 2009, the Hudson County Animal League held their first Kitten Shower. I would like to thank the many people who either attended or showed their support by donating to help the homeless kittens. We always appreciate your support to continue our rescue efforts and you always come through for …
Character building at St. Peter’s Prep
To the Editor: It was an act of kindness that shouldn’t go unnoticed. I was jogging in Bayonne County Park a few days ago and a Prep student who is on the soccer team noticed me as I ran by. The team was practicing and, at 76, I wasn’t jogging that fast but doing my …