Our Digital Archive from 2000 – 2016
To the Editor: This is a letter I submitted to the mayor of Bayonne (Mark Smith) on June 26, 2009 and I have yet to receive a response. I am not originally from Bayonne, but I would like to let people know what I have learned about Bayonne’s laws and policies since moving here. Bayonne …
To the Editor: I see Congressman Albio Sires is supporting Pres. Obama’s health care plan. Whatever Obama wants, these Democrats are sure in agreement. No questions asked. I remember when Rep. Sires first came into office. One of his first votes was giving Congress a salary increase. He has supported funding for the war in …
To the Editor: On Thursday, July 2, a benefit concert was hosted in Bayonne to help raise funds for young Bayonne teenager Jillian Elias. Jillian was horribly injured in a car accident, just weeks ago. The concert was held to help the Elias family manage the tremendous medical bills incurred from this accident. The concert …
To the Editor: My name is Michael Alburtus and I am working towards achieving my highest rank as a Boy Scout. My Eagle Scout Project that I chose to do is help out my community by organizing a food drive to fill the food pantry of Assumption Church. I chose this particular parish because I …
To the Editor: On July 3, I had to visit Dr. Iyengar for an emergency treatment. The care and concern from Dr. Iyengar and his staff were remarkable. I needed an MRI and an MRA. Anna, from his staff, got on the phone and made all the arrangements. In less than one hour, I was …
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To the Editor: According to a recent article in “The Wall Street Journal,” from 2001 to 2008 (the McGreevey-Corzine years), New Jersey lost a net 25,000 private-sector jobs. During the same period, the public sector grew by 65,000. In other words, a decreasing number of privately employed taxpayers are supporting an endlessly expanding number of …
To the Editor: The 13th Congressional District, which includes almost all of Bayonne, covers most of Hudson County, but includes small parts of Union and Middlesex counties, as well. This area is represented by Congressman Albio Sires. However, ever since 2006 when Sires won this congressional seat, his presence in this district has been slim …
To the Editor: Once again, outstanding talent was displayed in our fair city. This time, the host was the parish of St. Michael/St. Joseph at the Farewell Concert for their cantor, Gilberto Gomez, who has moved on to Mexico to pursue his career. God’s speed, you will be missed. Among those who shared the limelight …
To the Editor: Thank you, Lady Hawks, for an amazing comeback season! In the Bayonne Dept. of Parks/Recreation Jr. Women’s Elementary Softball League, Henry Harris’ Lady Hawks have been fortunate to win the 2007, 2008, and now the 2009 championship. It’s been an amazing season for all of us. Being the fourth seed in the …
To the Editor: I was very happy that Bayonne Medical Center and the (HPAE) Health Professionals Union have come to an agreement on their employment contracts. I want the hospital to make a profit, but not at the expense of their employees. These men and women have sacrificed their salaries and raises in the past. …