Power being taken away from voters Editor, OBSERVER: The eyes of the world are upon us as we try to navigate our way through this chaotic new administration. My fear is that our nation will descend into another civil war, and we’ll be unable to celebrate our 250th anniversary. If we are ...

Latest decisions ‘best hope’ for U.S. Editor, OBSERVER: Ronald Reagan spoke of the USA as the “last best hope of mankind.” What if we are correct that we are the “last best hope of mankind?” That’s a big responsibility. If so, don’t we have a duty to fulfill that ...

Keeping some peace for nature Editor, OBSERVER: This response is about the piece that was in the Dunkirk OBSERVER on Jan. 3 regarding year-round motorized trails. Legislator Dan Pavlock, R-Ellington, stated “I know it’s an uphill battle and there’s a lot of naysayers, but where do ...

Fredonia project due to lack of action Editor, OBSERVER: After having read the OBSERVER’s View article (Dec. 7-8) covering the upcoming vote on Fredonia’s capital project, I felt the need to respond to shed light on several items the article conveniently didn’t mention. First, the ...

Brooks-TLC efforts deserve praise Editor, OBSERVER: Sept. 18, I fell in my back yard and broke my hip. Starting with the 911 call, the response was above and beyond. After arriving at Brooks-TLC Hospital emergency room, the care I received was excellent. I was admitted and had surgery ...

Rabies clinic is community service Editor, OBSERVER: The community should extend a big thank you and show of appreciation for the efforts of the Pet Pantry and Lake Shore Humane Society for arranging for and sponsoring the latest rabies clinic here in Dunkirk. The free rabies clinic was ...