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Letters to the Editor
Union County Commissioners Are Paving Paradise
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Joni Mitchell had it right in singing 'They paved paradise ... Put up a parking lot.' For years, Union County freeholders and commissioners have run a relentless campaign to take open space and pave it over for pet projects and political patronage. For over 30 years, I have opposed county plans to d...
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Letters to the Editor
Mayor Gives One Westfield Place Update: The Path Forward
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Many of you have been inquiring about the status of OneWestfield Place, and I am pleased to share some good news.At Tuesday’s Town Council meeting we introduced an ordinance to amend the One Westfield Place redevelopment plan (RDP) to include much of the thoughtful feedback we’ve heard from resident...
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Letters to the Editor
Opposing Restrictive Bird Feeding Bills
Thursday, October 24, 2024
I am writing to raise concerns about the proposed New Jersey bills A360 and S765, which seek to severely restrict bird feeding for much of the year. Under these bills, it would become illegal to feed birds from April through November unless feeders are hung ten feet above the ground and removed nigh...
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Letters to the Editor
Let’s Unite to Build a Future We Can All be Proud Of
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Hello, neighbors!As someone who has called Clark home my entire life, I feel a deep connection to each of you. I've witnessed our community grow and thrive, celebrating our shared victories and supporting each other in challenging times. That’s what makes Clark truly special.However, I’m deeply conc...
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Letters to the Editor
Rec is Better than Ever!
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Most of my life, I have lived in Garwood. As a child, I played basketball here. I benefited from the coaching and support of neighbors, many of whom still live in town today. I am eternally grateful to them for the time, effort, and dedication they put into our town, specifically the recreation oppo...
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Your Vote Matters to the Mountainside School District
Thursday, October 24, 2024
The Mountainside Board of Education has approved a separate proposal to raise $396,000 for General Funds, which will be on the upcoming ballot as a “Public Question”. Voting for the “Public Question” on November 5th will support the children of Mountainside by reinstating teaching positions and prog...
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Advocating for Garwood Students
Thursday, October 24, 2024
During my time on the Garwood Board of Education, I take great pride in several accomplishments. I was the first board member in the state to pass a resolution aimed at preventing highly controversial sex education standards and guidelines proposed by politicians in Trenton. Following this resolutio...
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Investing in Our Community’s Well-Being: Prioritizing Mental Health and Safety
Thursday, October 24, 2024
As a mental health therapist, I understand that youth safety goes beyond the physical—it’s also psychological. Today, the second leading cause of death among children and youth is due to mental health-related issues. This represents a crisis that Garwood can no longer afford to ignore. My profession...
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Letters to the Editor
Improved ISO Assessment Will Reduce Insurance Rates in SP
Thursday, October 24, 2024
Scotch Plains continues to enhance our emergency response service, with more personnel and equipment added on a regular basis to make our community as safe as possible.I’m pleased that independent, thirdparty assessors are taking notice, resulting in what could be a direct benefit for Scotch Plains ...
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It’s Time for a Change at the Ballot Box in Scotch Plains
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It’s Time for a Change at the Ballot Box in Scotch Plains
Thursday, October 24, 2024
The administration under Mayor Josh Losardo and Councilwoman Ellen Zimmerman has faced significant backlash for being out of touch with the community’s needs and priorities. One glaring example is the decision to implement a paid ambulance service without securing a shared revenue agreement from nei...
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1958 Cuban Cuisine Reopens Following Mandated Closure
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WESTFIELD — 1958 Cuban Cuisine, a Westfield restaurant that was cited for unsanitary conditions last month, has reopened with a satisfactory rating af...
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