Here are recent "Letters to the Editor" of "NorthCountryNow.com." Letters should be 400 words or fewer and are subject to editing. They can be e-mailed to Letters@NorthCountryNow.com, faxed to 268-8701, mailed to North Country This Week, P.O. Box 975, Potsdam, NY 13676 or dropped off at our office, 19 Depot St., Potsdam.
| Friday, September 3, 2010 - 1:43 pm To the Editor: In response to “More Time Needed Before Building Mosque Near 9-11,” (Aug. 25-31) by Joe Stark: The debate is on and a majority does not want slavery reinstated in the United States. Emo... More >> |
| Friday, September 3, 2010 - 1:43 pm To the Editor: I read with interest your article “Potsdam Central: Homework Grade Policy Starts At PCS” (Page 1, Aug. 25-31). Your focus on this important grading and homework policy is much appreciat... More >> |
| Friday, September 3, 2010 - 11:49 am To the Editor: I am writing in support of David Button for county treasurer. I have worked with David on municipal power projects and have found him to be creative in solving problems. He is willing t... More >> |
| Thursday, September 2, 2010 - 1:30 pm To the Editor: I wanted to write a short note and let folks know about a possible scam that could affect you. I had a piece of furniture listed for sale on the under-$500 class on NorthCountryNow.com.... More >> |
| Thursday, September 2, 2010 - 1:29 pm To the Editor: My name is Kevin Acres. I am a Republican candidate for the St. Lawrence County Legislature representing District 8, which consists of the township of Madrid and major portions of the t... More >> |
| Thursday, September 2, 2010 - 12:33 pm To the Editor: For those of you that have not heard of Zumba or been bitten by the Zumba bug, you must give it a try. I'll admit I had a little difficulty because I am one of the "uncoordinated" ones... More >> |
| Wednesday, September 1, 2010 - 2:05 pm To the Editor: I have the utmost respect for law enforcement. It is one of the most stressful jobs one can have. However, when they don’t care about their job and the core of what it is to be a polic... More >> |
| Wednesday, September 1, 2010 - 12:44 pm To the Editor: We are going into budget time for the Norwood Library and because of our weak financial situation we’ve had to make some serious cuts. In 2009 our budget totaled $64,321; in 2010 it tot... More >> |
| Wednesday, September 1, 2010 - 12:44 pm To the Editor: This letter is in support of Republican Kevin Felt, who currently is the St. Lawrence County deputy treasurer and is running for county treasurer. He has our support because he is the b... More >> |
| Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - 1:46 pm To the Editor: Personally, I think it’s high time that the Republican folks, in fact all the folks in St. Lawrence County, got men in office who were totally up front about what they actually will do,... More >> |
| Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - 1:45 pm To the Editor: By now everyone is aware of the several hundred thousand eggs that are being removed from stores and homes due to contamination by Salmonella bacteria. Apparently, there were a number o... More >> |
| Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - 1:44 pm To the Editor: My name is David Forsythe, candidate for state Assembly in the 118th District, which includes parts of Jefferson and St. Lawrence Counties. For many months now I have been speaking to s... More >> |
| Tuesday, August 31, 2010 - 10:48 am To the Editor: We have an opportunity in St. Lawrence County to elect a treasurer who will make a difference. David Button would bring to St. Lawrence County the same expertise he has shown as Supervi... More >> |
| Monday, August 30, 2010 - 12:39 pm To the Editor: On Tuesday, Sept. 14, Republican voters will go to the polls to select their nominee for St. Lawrence County Treasurer. This year there are two candidates. One of them, Kevin Felt, is t... More >> |
| Monday, August 30, 2010 - 12:38 pm To the Editor: I worked with David Button for over 20 years while I was a member of the village police force and as an elected official as village trustee, village mayor and town councilman. Most elec... More >> |
| Monday, August 30, 2010 - 12:37 pm To the Editor: My name is Kevin Felt and I am the current deputy treasurer for St. Lawrence County. I will be in the Republican primary for county treasurer on Tuesday, Sept. 14. I ask for your suppor... More >> |
| Monday, August 30, 2010 - 12:07 pm To the Editor: I have had enough. I haven’t ever considered myself a person who pays much attention to politics and elections until recently. Being someone who has grown up and lived in St. Lawrence C... More >> |
| Friday, August 27, 2010 - 2:31 pm To the Editor: The Potsdam Central School Class of 1965 recently held its 45th class reunion during Potsdam Summer Festival weekend. Many thanks go out to all those who helped the reunion become a hug... More >> |
| Friday, August 27, 2010 - 2:31 pm To the Editor: The Parishville Area ATV Club would like to thank everyone involved in our very successful “Benefit ATV Ride” for Aaron Howell held on July 11. We were delighted to present the Howell f... More >> |
| Friday, August 27, 2010 - 12:56 pm To the Editor: I don’t think Hank Robar’s “artpark” needs any help from “professional” artists (“Why Not Make It A Real Art Park?”). It is a great example of folk art in the one-man show genre and sho... More >> |
| Thursday, August 26, 2010 - 4:00 pm To the Editor: Kudos to Craig for a great article on the zoning battle in Potsdam with Hank Robar. I drive by the corner lot every day on my way to work. I never had the whole story about it until now... More >> |
| Thursday, August 26, 2010 - 2:47 pm To the Editor: New Hope Community Church would like to thank Clarkson University for their generous donation of tables and chairs for their 40th Anniversary Celebration Weekend, July 30-Aug. 1, 2010.... More >> |
| Thursday, August 26, 2010 - 2:46 pm To the Editor: Recently, the county legislature discussed the possibility of inspecting 35 tax-delinquent properties to determine the level of pollution at various sites. These properties combined owe... More >> |
| Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 12:32 pm To the Editor: The First Annual Potsdam Sandstonerman Youth Triathlon was a huge success on Saturday, Aug. 14. We had 53 participants aged 5 to 17, and the weather was beautiful with sunny skies and a... More >> |
| Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - 12:30 pm To the Editor: I once heard David Button express his view of political success using this quote from Paul Harvey: “For me, success is to leave the woodpile a little higher than I found it.” I know I s... More >> |
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