Letters
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July 24, 2019
Empty Promises
The word “free” is considered to be the most powerful word in the English language, but it has been abused so much that it has fallen out of favor with most people. The dictionary defines free as not…
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July 24, 2019
Big Badge Mistake
As summer residents of Long Beach Township for over 35 years, we have been purchasing seasonal beach badges for our entire family. This year, having waited until the end of June and ready to walk to…
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July 24, 2019
Kudos to Developers
I ama relatively longtime resident of Beach Haven, married to a woman who’s been here much longer, and the two of ustend to keep our fingers on the pulse of our borough. It was just a few short years…
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July 24, 2019
No-Politics Zone
Not withstanding my personal political views, I was aghast on July 20 as I approached the beach. (It was one of the hottest days on record with the humidity nearly 100 percent.) All I wanted was an…
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July 24, 2019
Help Appreciated
After ushering at the Thursday, July 18 matinee of an exceptional performance of “Mama Mia,” there wasa massive downpour. Because I had an umbrella, I felt confident in walking the short distance to…
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July 17, 2019
Too Much Commotion
In response tothe July 3letter (“Land Transformed”), I would also like to thank Jen’s Links for ruining the peace and quiet of the West Fifth, West Sixth Street and adjacent areas of Barnegat Light.…
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July 17, 2019
Help for Holgate
I’m sending this letter as a former resident of Washington Avenue in Holgate to support Lorry’s Island End Motel in its application to place four trailers in the vacant lot next to the motel in which…
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July 17, 2019
Power at Any Price?
This letter is directed to our local moderate Republicans, those who still have a heart and soul, and the ability to do critical thinking.
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July 17, 2019
Time to Consolidate?
The article (“Former Chief Falkowski Now Police Director,” 6/10) follows up on the July 3 article regarding the Harvey Cedars Police Department. The earlier article mentioned that the department now…
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July 17, 2019
Special Person
On Sunday night, July 14, Marge Remolde, Eleanor Deely, Anita Ulesky and I were entering Wally’s restaurant in Surf City for dinner to celebrate a birthday. As we entered, a gentleman held the door…
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July 17, 2019
Tasty Thanks
The Long Beach Historical Association would like to thank all who contributed to and attended our 2019 Porch Party. We hope everyone enjoyed themselves as they sampled the delicious appetizers…
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July 17, 2019
Promises Kept
The Socialist Democrat Party has engaged in a coup to overthrow the duly elected President Donald J. Trump. Additionally, the Socialist Democrats have obstructed issues related to our nation’s…
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July 17, 2019
Proud Representation
Even though he is an avowed Trump supporter, Tom Meredith had me nodding in agreement with his commentary regarding Megan Rapinoe (“Social Justice Champ Rapinoe Tests Limits of My Patriotism,” 7/10)…
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July 10, 2019
Doing Our Best
Estimates of LBI’s occupancy during the height of July 4 revelry range from a meager 150,000 to an all-time record-breaking 750,000 individuals! The annual unofficial boat regatta off the Ship Bottom…
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July 10, 2019
Time to Re-evaluate
Mr. Imperiale writes a very informative and compelling column (“Constitution Correction Course – Is It Time to Use Article V,” 6/26) that prompts the question “Is it time to re-evaluate the U.S.…
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July 10, 2019
Averting Gridlock
The tragic early morning accident in Ship Bottom on Saturday, June 22 caused gridlock for those wanting to get on and off LBI.
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July 10, 2019
Harvey Cedars Pride
It was just the luck of the draw that we purchased an “investment property” in Harvey Cedars. After retirement we decided we would move here and have been fortunate enough to have been year-round…
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July 10, 2019
Shack Backup
I very much enjoyed the June 19 article about the team of painters gathering together to create a mural of The Shack. I was further surprised and pleased to read my name and work, “Accurate Drawings…
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July 10, 2019
Professional Lifesavers
We were enjoying the spectacular Fourth of July in the ocean with our grandchildren when conditions started changing rapidly. A very large riptide developed. The beach patrol quickly hauled in about…
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July 10, 2019
Preservation Thanks
The citizens of the Bayview Park Pond Preservation Group, made up of Brant Beach homeowners, neighbors and other concerned citizens, would like to thank Mayor Mancini andthe Long Beach Township…
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July 10, 2019
Too Congested
I am not in favor of the entertainment center project at the old CVS. This area of town is too congested with auto traffic as it is. We have new condos opening directly in this area and even that…
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July 10, 2019
Handle With Care
The Commentary by John Imperiale (“Constitution Correction Course – It Is Time to Use Article V,” 6/26), while containing a few good points that Congress should address, also contains empirical…
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July 10, 2019
Reforms Needed
I read with great interest, Mr. Imperiale’s Commentary on the Article V convention. I have been following the subject for almost 20 years and it was refreshing to see someone discuss it in plain…
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July 3, 2019
The White Hat
My eyes squint against the glaring sunTo see a silhouetteOf a young manIn a white hat, it dazzles.
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July 3, 2019
Good for Majority
The proposal to construct a restaurant and hotel on the Morrison’s Marina property has caused a great deal of controversy. I think the majority of Beach Haven taxpayers will be well served by the…
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July 3, 2019
Stop the Invasion
I think everyone has seen the picture on TV or in the newspaper of the father and daughter face down on a river bank in the water. It seems it has been broadcast around the world. If you enter…
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July 3, 2019
Logical Choice
I’ve been an unrepresented taxpayer watching the drama and debate over consolidation of the two LBI elementary schools for way too many years. Anyone with two eyes and even a half a brain can see…
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July 3, 2019
Wrong Medicare Model
There are changes being proposed to Medicare that are garnering little attention but have huge consequences for New Jersey’s seniors and medical innovation.
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July 3, 2019
Constitution Is Clear
In the June 26 Commentary (“Constituion Correction Course – It Is Time to Use Article V”), John Imperiale stated that “the Second Amendment is poorly worded.” He further said, “Consider also that at…
