Our Digital Archive from 2000 – 2016
Dear Editor: We all know that Washington Street is a war zone in its current condition. Yes, it needs to be repaved, but it is not going to be repaved for at least 18 months according to one of the men I spoke to who was digging up Washington Street as part of PSE&G’s current …
Continue reading “The trouble with Washington Street–part 1”
Dear Editor: I am running for re-election to the Hoboken School Board because of my deep commitment to our community. My family roots in the Mile Square City go back four generations, and my demonstrated compassion for the children of our town continues to inspire me as a School Board Trustee to do what is …
Some people may be wondering why the Parents for Progress ticket, Antonio Gray, Sharyn Angley and Monica Stromwall were not in attendance in the Candidate Forum on Wednesday, October 8th at the Elks Lodge. Let us explain why. We were first notified by mail by the Quality of Life Coalition that a debate/forum was scheduled …
Dear Editor: Experts at the NJ Poison Center urge parents and caregivers to be alert and take precautions to avoid dangerous mishaps while celebrating Halloween this year. Be sure to keep Trick-or-treaters safe! A topic unique to this time of year is the “accidental” ingestion of glow stick liquid. Often, “Parents call 9-1-1 or spend …
Continue reading “Ground rules for safe “Trick or Treating””
Dear Editor: On the evening of October 14, the Kids First/Parents For Progress led Board Of Education majority voted to alter the school calendar. The significant change is an added half day which is occurring less than eight days after the approval. The purpose of the half day is to offer parent/teacher conferences. While noble …
Dear Editor: Last winter it snowed a lot- more than anyone could have predicted. The city’s response to the snow could have been better. Now is the time for us to learn from last year without placing blame. Today we can formulate a plan to do better. Our City Government should explain how it will …
Continue reading “How will Hoboken handle snow better than last year?”
Dear Editor: We posted the very long letter on the fence outside our home, scolding someone who left an unwelcome gift nearby (a.k.a. dog poop in a bag). The letter was still there until a few days ago and we noticed people who stopped by to read the letter or take pictures of it. By …
Dear Editor: I am writing to reply Mrs. Branco’s odd letter which made wild and false accusations against me and the Hoboken Public School District. The salacious title she chooses “Poor kids can learn” was followed by bizarre conjecture and innuendo made up out of the whole cloth. The only conclusion I can make is …
Continue reading “All students can and do learn with district support”
Dear Editor: On behalf of the children of the Hoboken Housing Authority, I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank the following individuals who helped to make our 100 Family Day such a huge success: Freeholder Anthony L. Romano, Assemblyman Carmelo G. Garcia, Councilwoman Beth Mason, Councilwoman Theresa Castellano, Frank “Puppie” Raia, Lorenzo …
Dear Editor: The Hudson County Freeholder Board will vote on the Monarch development on Tuesday, October 28th at 6 p.m. The location of the meeting is the Freeholder Chambers on the 3rd floor of the Hudson County Administration Annex, located at 567 Pavonia Avenue in Jersey City. Join me in urging the Hudson County Freeholders …