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Peoples column

People’s column

‘Caring people’ make difference Editor, OBSERVER: I wish to thank all of those who worked so hard to make the benefit on Aug. 25 such a success. This includes the businesses and people who donated products, money and time. This is such a great community that we all live in and it is ...

People’s column

Centers overstep educational boundaries Editor, OBSERVER: These comments are in response to an article in the OBSERVER headlined, “Calming centers in schools.” The bill is proposed by state lawmaker Shantel ...

People’s column: We need more voters, not spectators in U.S.

Editor, OBSERVER: Given the unsettled political landscape, maybe it’s time to consider a second American Revolution. Both parties offer seriously flawed candidates — regardless of who wins we’ll be faced with major challenges. Among them, border security, NATO membership, support for ...

The people’s column

‘Gutter politics’ helps feed fear Editor, OBSERVER: I find it deeply disturbing that a recent commentary writer would insinuate that the Donald Trump rally was the reason for the murder of firefighter Corey Comperatore! The cause of his death was gross incompetence and carelessness ...

People’s column

State ignoring plight of officers Editor, OBSERVER: The hard-working men and women who work in the New York state Corrections system have given their all. Due to the recruitment shortage and poor public policy nobody wants to start a career in corrections. Recently, these officers ...

People’s column

Smooth work by councilwoman Editor, OBSERVER: It is so nice to now cross the railroad tracks on Route 60 without having to drive to the edge of the road. Kudos to Councilwoman Nancy Nichols for getting the ball rolling. She put in a lot of hours working with CSX in 2023. She was able to ...