Our Digital Archive from 2000 – 2016
Dear Editor: Although I don’t know the motives of the writer, I am responding to a letter entitled “Is Mayor Stack Too Busy…” because there are residents genuinely committed to our community who would benefit from my response. Mayor Stack is very busy, but never too busy to return phone calls, talk with residents, or …
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Dear Editor: I would like to personally thank Mr. Scott Sandman Deputy Director of the Parks Department of Union City for his tireless work and respect that he had shown to the Union City Employees Association employees in his time with the City of Union City, as he should be commended for his civil duty …
Dear Editor: The problem of illegal immigration is discussed in the papers as a national problem with no solutions. This might be true but illegal immigration is also a local problem, especially in communities with a large Hispanic population. Right now the problem of illegals is being fought over the laws in Arizona which require …
Dear Editor: Great article on ‘Jitneys.’ The most dangerous violation on the Blvd. East line is constant and continuous use of cell phones by most drivers, which leaves the driver with one hand to steer, open and close the door, and make change! All drivers put their phones away and their seatbelts on at the …
Dear Editor: Recently, the Union City Reporter reported on a rash of senseless and vicious homicides which have taken place in and around Union City. Several of these murders have been committed by young men who roam the streets and bars of Union City with the sole intent of robbing, assaulting, and killing people. During …
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Dear Editor: Famous Curve on Blvd East! By now lots of us have been awakened in the middle of the night to the sound of tires screeching and glass shattering!!! The new speedway on Blvd East is between 60th and 62nd St. Numerous cars have been totaled and just yesterday a car crash left a …
Dear Editor: As the summer months are upon us, the New Jersey State Legislature remains in session, debating issues which greatly affect all of us, such as property taxes. While the recent debate has been heated at times, it is my belief that we are working to resolve matters which impact the lives of New …
Dear Editor: The news of William Merwin’s selection to be the “United States Poet Laureate” is exciting and should expand even further the pride that he gives Union City. Prior to this honor, he won the Pulitzer Prize TWICE! He’s one of only three people who ever did so for the same category (Poetry). In …
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Dear Editor: In response to the letter on July 4th about the NHRFR I would like to voice my opinion. As a retired firefighter I would first like to say that they want to save money by closing houses. When regionalization was first put into effect they promised they would close no houses, in the …
Dear Editor: I’ve been trying to get somebody’s attention concerning the streets in West New York, in particular 52nd Street. There are holes all over, as well as garbage. We contacted the town and nothing is being done. We need help concerning this situation ASAP. Why do we the residents need so many trees as …