Category: Independent Opinion
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Family extends thanks to caring community in time of tragedy
My sons and I wish to thank the people of Middletown. We are blessed with caring people who donated their time, opened their homes and extended their hearts during such a trying time for my family and our nation. I would especially like to thank our friends, neighbors, Village School, St. Catherine’s and St. Mary’s…
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Township attorney should have been more helpful regarding issue
During the Holmdel Township Committee meeting Sept. 10, three residents spoke about being threatened, harassed or maligned by Committeeman Terence Wall. When Deputy Mayor Gary Aumiller approached the township attorney, Duane Davison, as to whether any action could be taken to protect these and other residents from this wayward township official, he was given a…
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Taxpayers need to pay attention to proposals
The original five-year facilities-upgrade proposal put together by the Matawan/Aberdeen Board of Education, and submitted to the state in December, asked for state approval on new construction and upgrades to the district’s six school buildings. "Hard" [construction-related] costs were estimated at $44,961,203. The board hoped the state would contribute "free money," a minor percentage of…
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Wedick’s letter dumbfounds Keyport council member
I am writing in response to a letter written by Joseph Wedick, which was published in the Oct. 24 issue of the Independent. The issue regarding a study of the parking problems Keyport faces on a daily basis has been studied by myself and Chief Ted Gajewski. We do anticipate having recommendations to put forward…
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Hazlet youth decide to ‘trick-or-treat’ for Red Cross
I am writing about the upcoming Halloween day. I am a parent of a 12-year-old daughter who is very concerned about trick-or-treating. The safety of all our children is a concern. My daughter, Cortney Panzarino, looks forward every year to Oct. 31; it’s a day she and her friends spend weeks planning for. Unfortunately, I…
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Make sure you get your say on Nov. 6
Make sure you get your say on Nov. 6 Flag waving is a beautiful expression of American patriotism. So is going to the polls to express support for the principles that underlie our democracy. Hopefully all those imbued with a new or renewed spirit of patriotism will show that support Tuesday. There is a lot…
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Guest Column Robert M. Czech Czech justifies Middletown police action after attacks
Guest Column Robert M. Czech Czech justifies Middletown police action after attacks Over the last few weeks, there has been an unfortunate degree of misinformation regarding the township’s actions with respect to the World Trade Center tragedy. First and foremost, it must be stated unequivocally neither I nor the chief, nor any member of the…
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Trade Center victim’s family grateful for support, rescue efforts
Stephen, Chrissy and I would like to express our sincere love and appreciation to our family and friends and to everyone who has shown us support and encouragement in our time of need. The outpouring of kindness and generosity leads us to believe there will always be good in this world. We knew Steve was…
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School board to reopen budget ad hoc committee Committee to look at referendum, help prepare 2002-03 budget
Staff Writer By Alison Granito School board to reopen budget ad hoc committee Committee to look at referendum, help prepare 2002-03 budget MIDDLETOWN — Board of Education President Patricia Walsh announced at last week’s workshop meeting that the board is seeking new members for the school budget advisory committee. Walsh said that the committee would…
