Letters from our readers
This year’s Putnam County Democratic candidates for political office offer voters an opportunity to expand honest, careful and forthright debate in our county. Re-electing seasoned professionals like Putnam County Sheriff Robert Langley, or thoughtful new comers like Zach Disador, who
Read MoreI am writing this letter as a longtime resident and as a concerned citizen. I am deeply troubled by the current affairs both locally and nationally, and thus the reason behind my writing. As someone who grew up with a
Read MoreFour years ago, the voters chose me to be the first female town justice in Cortlandt’s history. My platform then: Use my legal experience, including 10 years as an assistant district attorney in the Bronx and specialized training in vehicular
Read MoreI attended the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Fall Festival on Oct. 10, which is normally filled with family fun and good cheer for our local businesses and residents. However, this time I noticed a table that was different. It didn’t
Read MoreHere we are in October, cooler temperatures, changing leaves and campaign signs sprouting like flowers in yards and at intersections. There is little disagreement that the downtown Chappaqua hamlet is not doing well. Since I arrived in Chappaqua, I have
Read MoreOctober is National Long-Term Care Residents’ Rights Month, a time to acknowledge the contributions and sacrifices many long-term care residents have made to better our community and to call attention to the rights of residents in nursing homes, assisted living,
Read MoreI want to personally thank Sergio Esposito for advocating for our town, our citizens and our small businesses, especially mine. Sergio was instrumental in formulating the “outside dining” legislation, which allowed my business to survive. I remember talking about it with
Read MoreBefore COVID-19, I had no idea who Sergio Esposito was. During the pandemic lockdown, I watched Supervisor Matt Slater’s town COVID-19 updates, which were great and very informative). This is where I found out about Mr. Esposito. I have watched
Read MoreOn Oct. 10, we welcomed Jean Craighead George Park into the Town of New Castle Park family. We were joined by her children Craig, Luke and Twig George and many of her neighbors, friends and colleagues. Parks have a unique way
Read MoreErika Pierce should be our next county legislator for District 2. Retiring County Legislator Kitley Covill has served the district for two terms and her careful and smart leadership needs to be continued. Erika is the candidate to do just that.
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