Category: opinion/windsor_hights_herald

  • LETTER TO THE EDITOR: President Obama’s holiday gift to America

    To the editor: Every American History teacher realizes the parallel’s to the current Obama Administration ( Democratic Party) policies toward abortion to that of similar policies of the 1800s in regards to the issues of slavery. President Obama’s funding of organizations, like Planned Parenthood is his holiday gift to America, and it will be a…

  • LETTER TO THE EDITOR: A year of accomplishments

    It has been a busy year so far on Hightstown Borough Council. We’ve stuck to our election promises of revitalizing the downtown and focusing on economic growth, all while keeping the tax rate down. Nearly $1 million in grants, a balanced budget, and paying down debt. You could say we’re more productive than those in…

  • STATE WE’RE IN: Fabulous fall foliage hikes

    By Michele Byers You might think you can only see spectacular fall foliage in New England. Think again! Right here in this state we’re in, you can see vivid reds, oranges and golds at their peak in mid- to late October with leaves changing color first on mountaintops and along water. And one of the…

  • LETTER TO THE EDITOR: State putting residents at risk

    The week of Oct. 4-10 is the 93rd annual Fire Prevention Week. The theme this year, which is changed every year, is “Hear the Beep When You Sleep.” It is intended to raise awareness of the fact that nearly half of all home fire deaths occur overnight when residents are asleep. The call to action…

  • STATE WE’RE IN: Monarch butterflies, fall’s ultra-marathoners

    By Michele Byers As they alight on seaside goldenrod flowers or roost in Eastern red cedars, monarch butterflies are unmistakable with their brilliant orange and black patterned wings. Although their flight may seem meandering and subject to the vagaries of wind, monarchs are on an instinct-driven mission right now. These “ultra-marathoners” migrate more than 2,000…

  • STATE WE’RE IN: Don’t let ‘flawed’ pipeline process allow land condemnation

    By Michele Byers Eminent domain, or condemnation, is the power of the government to take private land for public purpose, even if the property owner objects. Needless to say, it’s a highly unpopular use of government authority. Nobody likes being forced to sell against their will even if fair compensation is paid. But did you…

  • LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Budgets should be easier to understand

    To the editor:  Last week The Windsor-Hights Herald was kind enough to publish an editorial I had written, first online and then printed, about council salaries and health benefits. I had been erroneously informed that council members received health insurance. Someone in the township office quickly discovered the mistake online, contacted the editor, and…

  • LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Regarding Sept. 11 item, “Baby Parts”

    To the editor:  I find it disgusting that you would choose to publish false allegations against Planned Parenthood in your “Capitol News and Com´ ments” section without editorial screening of the slander coming from New Jersey State Sen. Joe Pennacchio. There is no “state and federal loophole,” as if a state bill would even…

  • STATE WE’RE IN: Coyotes, New Jersey’s wild dogs

    By Michele Byers You’re in bed when suddenly the nighttime quiet is broken by a clamor of howls and yips. Or maybe you spot what looks like a stray shepherd-mix dog in your yard. They may be Eastern coyotes, wild relatives of domesticated dogs. Coyotes are now regularly seen even in New Jersey’s not-so-wild places.…