Category: Tri-Town Opinion
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Resident asks voters to support Jackson referendum
I am voting in favor of the Jackson referendum on Jan. 22. I not only believe the construction of new schools are necessary but inevitable. Whether the people of Jackson like it or not, new schools will be built either voluntarily on our part or mandated by the state commissioner of education sooner or later.…
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Now is the right time for school construction projects
I have lived in Jackson since 1959. I have watched this town suffer from growing pains. When I was a high school student in the 1960s, I dreamed of giving back something to my town. I did this by becoming a member of the Jackson Board of Education. Although I teach at a very respected…
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School vote should not be relegated to special election
Sometimes I wonder if people stop for a moment and think about their actions before they embark on their paths. I believe not. And what is the most incredible aspect is that the very people I am talking about are highly educated and should exercise even greater civic concern. I am referring to the recent…
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Jackson Township residents are facing difficult situation
We are the parents of four young children and are facing a very difficult decision. We are plainly aware of the need for more schools. We are in total support of a plan that encompasses the future growth and immediate needs of this community. Frankly, the plan outlined by the Board of Education does not…
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Sunday blue laws seem illogical to Howell resident
You would think that the remaining Sunday blue laws in New Jersey would violate our separation of church and state, but unfortunately, in 1961, the U.S. Supreme Court declared them civil, not religious and therefore constitutional. So much for logic. John P. Lewis Howell
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Public wins one in state Legislature
Public wins one in state Legislature The state has finally passed the Open Public Records Act which will give the public greater access to public records. The act overhauls New Jer-sey’s "Right to Know" law and represents a victory for the New Jersey Press Association and other groups that have been pushing for expanded and…
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Republicans pledge to continue working for Howell
As we embark on the new year we are reminded how fortunate we all are to live in such a wonderful country where our political process affords us the opportunity to participate and contribute freely and openly. This past year has reminded us all how truly privileged we are and I hope that our reinvigorated…
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Guest Column Margaret Hengel Superintendent makes case for schools
Guest Column Margaret Hengel Superintendent makes case for schools During these past few months we have heard from many of our neighbors about our plan for handling the astonishing growth in our school district. I believe those who question our proposal have a right to be heard, which is why we have taken our "referendum…
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Buckwald’s efforts as a public servant will be missed
A recent newspaper article told of how H. George Buckwald has announced his resignation as a member of the board of trustees of Ocean County College and subsequently from the Ocean County Planning Board. It is a great loss for all of us that George is hanging up some of his many hats. I could…
