Tag: Letters to the Editor
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Olde Freehold Day provided fun day at lake
We would like to thank all who attended the 43rd edition of the 2019 Centennial Celebration Olde Freehold Day at Lake Topanemus Park. It was very successful and involved the hard work of so many people. From the Olde Freehold Day Committee: Carl Beams, Mary Randolph, Judi Guy, Barbara Kane, Jeanne Holtz, Kerry Higgins, Sue…
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Dogs, cats may visit Freehold Borough for rabies shot
Once again, Freehold Borough is hosting a free rabies vaccination clinic for cats and dogs on Sept. 12 from 6-7 p.m. at the Freehold Borough firehouse, 49 W. Main St. Although the rabies vaccination clinic is held in Freehold Borough, it is open to residents of any municipality. You do not need to bring any…
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House bills are going nowhere in U.S. Senate
President Donald J. Trump fallaciously claims that Democrats are so focused on attacks on him that they have ignored other priorities such as infrastructure, drug prices and veterans’ needs. Nothing could be further from the truth. Since January, House Democrats have worked hard to pass about 49 pieces of legislation. These bills have addressed reducing…
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Resident will continue to fly American flag
This letter is being written in response to a recent letter to the editor from Ray Kalainikas. As the wife of a veteran, and veterans who actively served and gave their lives for our country, my flag will continue to fly every day, proudly. We have homeless veterans and children in this country who need…
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Remove flags to protest separation of children from parents
Taking down American flags and storing them until the American government ceases its cruel, horrendous and inhumane policy with respect to the children and parents at the border is a form of conscientious objection that is both moral and patriotic. The garrison flags at car dealerships and corporations should come down first, followed by the…
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Resident thanks Howell council for stand on sanctuary status
We should all be proud, pleased and thankful for the great job our hard-working Howell Township Council members are doing. I recently read that the council members passed a resolution making their position clear in being opposed to sanctuary state and sanctuary city status for illegal aliens. There is no doubt they have this town’s…
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Administration needs to move on $20 bill redesign
Has this Administration become so radicalized and bigoted that it can’t put a black woman on our $20 bill? Our currency reflects only white men; what about women? And what about blacks who helped build our nation and make it strong? Must we kowtow to every demand of the white nationalists who monger hate and…
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Local reps commended for sponsoring new law
Joann Downey and Eric Houghtaling, the 11th District representatives to the New Jersey Assembly, have long argued for efficiencies via pooling resources to drive down property taxes. Consistent with their position, Assemblywoman Downey and Assemblyman Houghtaling introduced A-1100/S-1586, a bill that adds Monmouth and Atlantic counties as pilot counties to the “Common Sense Shared Services…
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Family and friends enjoyed annual Millstone clambake
My family and friends spent a very pleasant time on June 9 at the Millstone Township clambake hosted by volunteers from the Agriculture and Open Space committees and Township Committeewoman Nancy Grbelja. The food was great; whole lobster with corn, burgers, hot dogs, shrimp cocktail, clams, pork sandwiches and dessert. The serving staff, comprised of…
