Our Digital Archive from 2000 – 2016
Dear Editor: There was one thing this election season taught me about Hoboken politicians: they hate trees. Each day after work, walking down Washington Street, I would try to avoid eye contact with a half dozen campaign staffers. I would usually fail a few times and begrudgingly take the flyers and pamphlets shoved in my …
Dear Editor: Thank you fellow Hobokenites –we did it! Dawn Zimmer is now our new mayor and I’m so proud and happy to say that. The people saw through all the money that Beth Mason spent on flyers, newspaper ads, TV spots, etc. to spread her “message” (which in some cases were just flat-out lies) …
Dear Editor: Several weeks ago, it was revealed that when Peter Cammarano received his paycheck for the three weeks he served as Mayor before his resignation, included in the payment, at the behest of the “city personnel department”, was $4,200 for a full year’s worth of unused vacation days. I know that I am not …
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Dear Editor: I am happy to report that the residents of the Marineview Plaza apartments may finally have relief from a poorly devised scheme to sub-meter utilities at the buildings. Last week, the NJ Board of Public Utilities took legal steps to halt the PILOT sub-metering program at both Marineview and Union Plaza Apartments in …
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Dear Editor: Having served as the 1st Ward Councilwoman, I have had the opportunity to lobby on behalf of my constituents on many levels. I am pleased to announce the sub metering system at Marine View Plaza is finally being investigated. After approximately 2 years of “detective work” the Board of Public Utility has voted …
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Dear Editor: On Friday, October 23, 2009, Hoboken Branch NAACP hosted our annual “Scholarship Fundraiser Reception” at the Hoboken Historical Museum – as in the past years, it was a very successful event. We extend our gratitude and appreciation to the following Sponsors: Sparrow Wine, ShopRite-Hoboken Store, Lisa’s Deli, Karma Kafe, Giorgio’s Bakery, Baskets of …
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Dear Editor: Tim Carroll’s article in the October 6th Midweek Reporter, “Rules of the Dog Park,” primarily focused on Hoboken’s dog runs. Like Mr. Carroll, I also want to address a “canine” issue. However, this problem isn’t just contained to the dog runs; it’s an ongoing dilemma that has been plaguing Hoboken’s sidewalks for years: …
Dear Editor: Pedestrian safety was a topic of last Wednesday’s mayoral candidate forum. Two (two!) candidates took the opportunity to say that pedestrians need to pay more attention to cars. I guess shooting victims should have learned to pay more attention to bullets, too. The topic is pedestrian safety. Jaywalking is different. If a jaywalker …
Dear Editor: As Provisional Director of Transportation and Parking for just four weeks, it is my responsibility to correct some continuing misinformation I have encountered regarding our new Pedestrian Safety Program and bicycle lanes. After many conversations with residents on these topics – and at their urging – I am hoping this letter can help …
Dear Editor: I write this letter anonymously because I own and run a local business. In such a small city, it is very possible that my political views could be harmful to my bottom line. That being said, I also live here and have genuine concerns for how this city is run. The bottom line …
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