Our Digital Archive from 2000 – 2016
Dear Editor: I am writing to advocate drug court programs which have become increasingly popular in New Jersey in recent times. Drug courts serve as a probationary sentencing alternative to prison for nonviolent offenders. Currently, there are more than 3,500 participants in New Jersey. The focus of the program is rehabilitation which is implemented by …
Dear Editor: Good deeds deserve to be mentioned. On that note, I would like to take a moment to recognize an individual who works tirelessly to promote and ensure the safety and well being of one of the most important elements of our community; its youth. This past weekend, our church held a street fair …
Dear Editor: I would like to take the time to thank Mayor Brian Stack for all his help finding a Nursing Facility for my mom. Mayor Stack is a very compassionate young man and I appreciate all he has done. I also would like to say if there is anyone out there who may not …
Dear Editor: Until the end of the nineteen fifties and the early nineteen sixties the western world as enjoying a peaceful atmosphere. But the revolution of nineteen fifty nine in Cuba changed the world to become unrest. Fidel Castro’s successful revolution was immensely aided by his brother Raul- (who today is the president of Cuba), …
Dear Editor: I’ve never been a big fan of privatization but in this day and age, considering soaring costs, it is an issue that might need to be revisited. Shall I dare mention the topic of leasing, with the option to buy, the N.J. Turnpike and Parkway? Apparently, many intelligent scholars believe it worked in …
Dear Editor: As the summer months are upon us, I write to make residents aware of the many exciting happenings in Union City. As your Mayor, I invite everyone to enjoy much of what is offered. Specifically, the park at 24th Street and Central Avenue is undergoing a major reconstruction to provide a modern play …
Dear Editor, The topic I want to discuss is how very satisfied I am with the services I receive from Promise Care of New Jersey. Also, I want to thank my wonderful caseworker Rashawn Lott for being such a caring person to my needs, also I want to thank Sharon Moore the physical therapist that …
Dear Editor: As we recently celebrated Memorial Day, we are reminded of the numerous heroes who perished defending the ideals on which our nation was founded. Accordingly, we are thankful for the men and women who continue to serve our armed forces with gallantry during these critical times. Furthermore, it is interesting to examine the …
Dear Editor, I had to write after I got numerous fliers and a new print out of my new tax bill from West New York. Apparently I am supposed to be jumping for joy over a 19% decrease from the last bill. Well, Mr. Vega and commissioners, I would like to let you know that …
Dear Editor: The era of prosperity in Union City began when Brian P. Stack took over as Mayor in the year two thousand (2000). Prior to this time Union City was not having any positive changes. If you are a resident of this community you need to keep informed of the rebuilding that is taken …
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