Letters
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October 27, 2021
Easy Sound Bites
I have become increasingly disgusted by Rep. Jeff Van Drew’s chameleon act since his conversion to the Republican Party. What does New Jersey have in common with Texas? I’ll give you a hint: nothing…
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October 21, 2021
Save the Station
As a charter boat captain, I am on the water an average of six days a week.
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October 21, 2021
Outstanding Candidate
David S. McWilliam is an outstanding candidate for the Long Beach Island Consolidated Board of Education. He has the experience and depth of knowledge in educational matters that will enable him to…
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October 21, 2021
Amazing Stand
The Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter (FOSOCAS) are grateful for the generous donation received from the proceeds of the fifth annual Lemonade Stand in Barnegat Light. Savannah has held…
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October 20, 2021
Off-Duty Save
On Oct. 8 an off-duty LBI lifeguard who is a Monmouth University student saved a 23-year-old man from a strong rip current on a Long Branch beach.
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October 20, 2021
Offensive Photo
As a resident of Barnegat for over 20 years, I found the October page of Barnegat’s 2021 calendar most offensive. Politics has no place in a township publication that serves people of all parties.
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October 20, 2021
Perfect Qualifications
David S. McWilliam, candidate for a seat on the Long Beach Island Consolidated school board, is by far one of the most qualified individuals to aspire to this office in a very long time.
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October 20, 2021
Most Important Question
It seems to me that your Oct. 13 interview with Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli — and, for that matter, your interviews with the LBI school board candidates in the same issue —…
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October 20, 2021
Guiding Force
As a parent, grandparent, retired teacher and professor of education, I’m amazed that the parents of our children who attend the LBI Grade School and E.J. School are not more concerned and involved…
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October 20, 2021
Voting Doubts
I’m a senior citizen with compromised health. I voted via mail-in ballot in the 2020 election. After that election, I have my doubts about voting this way in the midterms.
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October 20, 2021
Worst President
After the November election I received a call from friends with the question “How do you feel that Joe has won?” I responded that in six months I will ask you the same question.
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October 18, 2021
Coyote-Proof Pets
I live in Beach Haven and have two little white Maltese dogs. Every year, I look forward to the fall season. Temperatures drop, the Island becomes quiet again and I can finally walk on the beach with…
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October 15, 2021
Desperate Efforts
At the Barnegat Township meeting in February, Committeeman Pipi commented to the public that the desperate efforts of the town’s political hacks to discredit the good names and hard work of the…
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October 15, 2021
Development on Track
Compass Point (the cottages development) in Barnegat is being built as proposed. The builder was waiting for approvals, as he should, before he could proceed. In addition, materials are on backorder.…
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October 14, 2021
Act of Kindness
On Tuesday, Aug. 28 for whatever reason, I placed my set of keys on the hood of my car. Forgetfully, I drove off and left for home.
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October 13, 2021
Community Rallies
Like the Grinch who stole Christmas, my heart grew three sizes that day of Sept. 25. After months of planning and consistent pessimistic reminders that it might not turn out as we hoped, the Mutual…
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October 13, 2021
Why Be Negative?
Sunday, Oct. 10 was a blustery, rainy, cool day at the shore. An event that had been postponed for two years was about to take place on our beloved island. On your mark, get set, run!
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October 13, 2021
Students First
I am writing in support of David S. McWilliam for the Long Beach Island Consolidated Board of Education. My reasons are as follows…
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October 13, 2021
Late Collections
I guess the first thing I should say is “Thanks for the cash flow!” But the next thing I should say is who’s in charge at borough hall lately? Property taxes for the third quarter were due on Aug. 1…
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October 6, 2021
Caring Responders
We want to thank all first responders, EMTs and police, who helped after the tornado rushed through on July 30. Everyone could not have been more professional, helpful and caring at a time when most…
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October 6, 2021
Civil War Fears
I recently, and for the first time, visited Gettysburg, Pa., site of the most costly battle in U.S. history, where a combined 51,000 lives were lost during the Civil War. While learning the history…
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October 6, 2021
Ice Age Doubts
In a Sept. 15 letter (“Study’s Shortcomings”) with regards to a New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection climate effects study, the writer seems to be all in with the idea that man’s…
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September 29, 2021
Pull Those Weeds
Here’s hoping the Commentary “Cease the War Against Nature Right in Our Backyard” (9/22) makes an impact on Long Beach Island residents.
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September 29, 2021
Put Homeowners First
The following was addressed to Beach Haven Mayor Colleen Lambert and Business Administrator Sherry Mason…
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September 29, 2021
Wonderful People
Recently my wife and I had lunch at Scojo’s restaurant. After we finished our meal the manager came over and told us that the two ladies who had been sitting nearby had paid for our meal and tip.…
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September 29, 2021
Pay It Forward
A decade or so ago I was driving past Trenton and stopped to get a bottle of water at a convenience store. Just ahead of me checking out were two boys, no more than 9 or 10, struggling to find enough…
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September 29, 2021
Deeply Grateful
Beach Haven Community Arts Program extends our sincerest appreciation and gratitude to the individuals and businesses who sponsored and advertised for our free Summer 2021 Concerts on the Green at…
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September 29, 2021
Amazing Event
On Sunday, Sept. 19, Sea Change Recovery Community Organization hosted the first annual Boomer Blast and GenX Jam surf contest in Holgate. This is a new contest for older surfers in their 40s, 50s…
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September 29, 2021
Emotional Celebration
On Sunday, Sept. 19, an ALS fundraiser to benefit the Joan Dancy and PALS Foundation was held in Buck’s Backyard in Beach Haven in honor of Butch McCaffrey. It was an emotional celebration of a very…
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September 29, 2021
Fun, Funds and Music
I want to thank everyone for the successful fundraiser we had on Sunday, Sept. 19 to fight ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) and for local Beach Haven resident and retired Police Chief Butch McCaffrey.
