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, May 24, 2013 - 6:44 am To the Editor: On behalf of the Potsdam Humane Society regarding the canisters in place on counters throughout our community; a huge and gracious thank you for allowing the pet money jugs to be in pla... More >> |
| Thursday, May 23, 2013 - 9:35 am To the Editor: May is mental health awareness month; a time to promote the message of recovery and wellness. Myths, misconceptions, misinformation and stereotypes are abundant in our society. Educatio... More >> |
| Wednesday, May 22, 2013 - 8:50 am To the Editor: Those of us who live in close proximity to our two colleges can only praise the announcement from the village that there will be a Code Enforcement Sweep in the near future. This is muc... More >> |
| Monday, May 20, 2013 - 2:20 pm To the Editor, On behalf of the Clarkson Garden Club and the Potsdam Garden Club we would like to thank Kevin Blanchard of Willow Tree Florist/Landscaping and Daryl Kolanko of Potsdam Agway for donati... More >> |
| Thursday, May 16, 2013 - 2:19 pm To the Editor: With prom season upon us and graduation right around the corner, Adults need to know that preventing teens from drinking and driving by taking the car keys doesn’t protect them from oth... More >> |
| Wednesday, May 15, 2013 - 12:57 pm To the Editor: I would like to address this letter to the St. Lawrence County Legislature. All residents of this county pay sales tax. This is an indisputable statement. For a year now you (our legisl... More >> |
| Tuesday, May 14, 2013 - 3:29 pm To the Editor: In my opinion, the St. Lawrence County legislators are a gaggle of gutless, self-serving, louts with no leadership abilities. This latest sales tax fiasco brings those things home in a... More >> |
| Tuesday, May 14, 2013 - 9:43 am To the Editor The looming fiscal and educational insolvency facing the Potsdam Central District is one reason I am running for a seat on the board of education – but it is not the most important reaso... More >> |
| Tuesday, May 14, 2013 - 9:41 am To the Editor: I would like to announce my candidacy for the Potsdam Central School Board of Education. I am a nine year resident and my children are currently fourth graders at Lawrence Avenue Eleme... More >> |
| Monday, May 13, 2013 - 2:14 pm To the Editor: My name is Judith Hinman and I am a candidate for the Potsdam Central School District Board of Education. Unlike any time in the past, the education system in our state has been the vic... More >> |
| Monday, May 13, 2013 - 2:13 pm To the Editor: I have high regard for those organizations, businesses and individuals who donate time, goods and financial help to deserving charities and people. Thank you for your kindness. Shame!... More >> |
| Friday, May 10, 2013 - 10:58 am To the Editor: This year for Mother’s Day, you can send a heartfelt message to an important woman in your life and to widows in Malawi, Africa, all with the same card. For a donation of any amount to... More >> |
| Friday, May 10, 2013 - 10:56 am To the Editor: Many thanks to the Hannawa Falls Fire Department, especially to Rose Martin, for the use of the Hounds Haven Fire Hall. Everyone who contributed in any way to make the benefit for Tina... More >> |
| Wednesday, May 8, 2013 - 10:27 am To the Editor: 389,000 kids under between 18 and 29 that live in New York State will ultimately die prematurely due to smoking. I think smoking is bad for your lungs. I am glad that non of my classmat... More >> |
| Wednesday, May 8, 2013 - 10:05 am To the Editor: Special Olympics New York North Country Region would like to thank SUNY Canton for hosting the 2013 Summer Games on Saturday, May 4, 2013. The SUNY Canton Athletic Department, SAAC and... More >> |
| Wednesday, May 8, 2013 - 7:24 am To the Editor: I have seen that Robert Haggett has again sent our invitations to the Annual Fourth of July Parade. I would urge those who received invitations to get them back as soon as possible as I... More >> |
| Tuesday, May 7, 2013 - 8:59 am To the Editor, In a recent article Sen. Charles Schumer claims more legislation is needed to keep firearms from suspected terrorists, because the current NIC system fails to prevent them from buying g... More >> |
| Monday, May 6, 2013 - 2:14 pm To the Editor: I fail to see how enabling a gun-toting homicidal maniac to do his dirty work honors the ideal of “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free state…” More... More >> |
| Monday, May 6, 2013 - 1:23 pm To the Editor: Recent reports by North Country Now’s Jimmy Lawton, including “Massena Students Circulating Petition To Restore Alternative Education Program” and “Potsdam Central Plans To Cut Music Po... More >> |
| Monday, May 6, 2013 - 10:28 am To the Editor: We are so fortunate to have such supportive generous professional small businesses in our town! I want to thank Northern Music and Video for their generous donation of keyboard use for... More >> |
| Friday, May 3, 2013 - 9:02 am To the Editor: In response to Ms. Penelope Hernandez's letter, I think that the tone, intention, and meaning behind your letter is admirable. I would only respectfully add the following: Who cares? We... More >> |
| Thursday, May 2, 2013 - 4:02 pm Potsdam Youth Baseball and Softball Association would like to thank Sunny Potsdam Men’s Soccer team and coach Alex Parker for stopping by on Saturday morning before there practice to help with our fie... More >> |
| Thursday, May 2, 2013 - 4:00 pm To the Editor: If we may take a break from arguing over gun control and other tax issues that are affecting our state and county, I would like to call attention to a bill recently passed by the House... More >> |
| Thursday, May 2, 2013 - 3:58 pm To the Editor: The North Country Veterans Committee has worked hard for the past year and a half and has provided the veterans of the local area with two appreciation day and information fairs.The com... More >> |
| Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - 9:53 am To the Editor: Recent reports by North Country Now’s Jimmy Lawton, including “Massena students circulating petition to restore alternative education program” and “Potsdam Central plan to cut music pos... More >> |
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