Our Digital Archive from 2000 – 2016
To the Editor: My sister-in-law had worked 24 years driving a bus for Bayonne Economic Opportunity Foundation (BEOF) and then the county. She has been trying to get her pension and benefits since September, 1212. The only assistance she received was from Marie, Office on Aging. Several people were approached but to no avail. My …
To the Editor: I want to thank Bayonne High School for making an upsetting mess out of what was supposed to be my daughter’s happy and memorable graduation. What may seem trivial to others really upset my 2013 high-school graduate. Prom pictures were a disappointment. Graduation pictures were no better since they were supposed to …
To the Editor: For the past few weeks, we have seen signs throughout the city in support of raises for the teachers of Bayonne. You should stop and think about who knows your child as well as you—teachers. Who also helped your child with the ABC’s, numbers, and colors? Teachers. While you are preparing your …
To the Editor: On May 1, the parents of Catholic School students were invited to an information session at Bayonne High School. This turned out to be a proud, sad, and beneficial experience for all concerned. Let me explain: Proud because one could immediately sense the strong emotional bond in the family relationship. Sad because …
To the Editor: I am writing this letter to voice my displeasure with some of my fellow citizens. During the recent beautiful weather I decided to take my dog for a walk down at Dennis Collins Park. I decided to bring my small Jack Russell terrier into the dog run. Appalled is the only word …
To the Editor: So you figure after the attacks in Boston by alleged Islamic terrorists, the brains in DC would take time out and reexamine the Immigration bill. NOPE!! The Gang of Eight and their political allies, mainly sellout liberal Democrats, are pushing forward with it. Almost every day you find out the garbage and …
To the Editor: I was hoping my story would be heard and possibly just find some much-needed assistance. I am currently a terminally ill Bayonne resident. I have applied for public housing at the senior/disabled building at 22nd Street and Avenue A. I was told it would be six months to a year to be …
To the Editor: I would like to take this opportunity to thank Ray Greaves and the City of Bayonne for keeping Bayonne’s children, as well as pedestrians, safe. The residents of West 37th Street asked for a speed bump to deter speeding cars, since we have many small children on our block, many who have …
To the Editor: On Sunday, May 12, the Saint Vincent de Paul Church men’s group will pay tribute and honor to all the mothers at every Mass. Every mother will be recognized for her most precious gift to us all—our lives. They will receive a special blessing during Mass and a flower in gratitude. We …
To The Editor: I would like to reach out to all the impatient, always-in-a-rush drivers out there who will hopefully read this in your paper. First, take a look at the license plate in front of you. If there is a red square on it, do not cut off or beep to rush that driver …