Opinion
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August 15, 2018
Wages Still Lagging
The president cited the 4.1 percent increase in gross domestic product (GDP) for the second quarter of 2018, compared to the second quarter of 2017, as proof of the success of his Tax Cuts and Jobs…
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August 15, 2018
Badges of Dishonor
On the surface it appears that Ship Bottom’s chief financial officer is doing diligence in her effort to keep track of badge sales, but keeping track is not the problem.
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August 15, 2018
Flooding Concerns
The following was addressed to SandPaper Managing Editor and columnist Jay Mann.
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August 15, 2018
Wrong Badge Woes
Recently you published an article about the Ship Bottom senior beach badges. The first paragraph in your article is 100 percent accurate: “For the second consecutive year, beach badge math in Ship…
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August 15, 2018
Decades of Kindnesses
We were sad to read in last week’s letters that George Edwards has made his last trip to LBI. We fondly recall the decades of kindnesses this good and talented man showed our parents and we wish him…
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August 14, 2018
Brood of Grandkids Follows in Family’s High Bar Harbor Footsteps
All 14 grandchildren of Rosanne and Joe Schmidt of High Bar Harbor, ranging in age from 3 months to 16 years, recently gathered along the bay for a group shot. The picture was taken at the dyke off…
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August 8, 2018
Show of Appreciation
On Tuesday, July 31 the Surf City Taxpayer Association sponsored a lunch at the Surf City Hotel, followed by a performance of “The Wedding Singer” at Surflight Theatre. Kudos to Sandy at the Surf…
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August 8, 2018
Outstanding Job
As a summer resident who has Bayview Park as my immediate neighbor, I would like to compliment the men and women who maintain the park daily. From the maintenance department to the lifeguards, all…
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August 8, 2018
Worth Trying
This is a comment on a column by Gene Moynihan (“Jobs-for-All Plans Would Be a Colossal Federal Failure,” 8/1).
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August 8, 2018
Made My Day
On Aug. 2, I received a phone call from Anthony Deely, the Long Beach Township police chief. He had read the “Ticket Trap” letter and was in total agreement with what was said. He explained there had…
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August 8, 2018
Decline in Humanity
Two weeks ago I sent a letter about my flip-flops being stolen. Now I feel the need to write again.
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August 8, 2018
Severely Stressed
The longer this administration, the Republican Congress and the so-called “base” persists in desecrating the institutions of our government – attacking the free press, trampling traditional American…
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•August 8, 2018
2018 Seashore Open House Tour on LBI Is a Sockfest
Ominous cloud formations and sheets of rain threatened the Long Beach Island Foundation of Arts and Sciences’ 2018 annual Seashore Open House Tour on Wednesday, Aug. 1. Homesadorned by designer…
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•August 8, 2018
A New Summer Celebration on Evolving LBI Is in the Making
As those who follow The SandPaper know, I have written many columns based on day trips accompanied by my daughter, Claire, to Long Beach Island, especially in the last eight years since my husband…
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August 8, 2018
Bleeding Taxpayers
How very sad that Pinelands will lay off five custodians next year but can find money to give principals raises. This is just another example of government workers bleeding taxpayers because they are…
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August 8, 2018
Treason?
While visiting Long Beach Island on Aug. 1, I read the letters to the editor in The SandPaper. One, from Bill Green of Beach Haven, accuses President Trump of treason in the first sentence of his…
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August 8, 2018
Uninviting Dollar
When you come onto the Island most of us turn right on the Boulevard. Many business and shops are attractively decorated and painted. Some have murals, colorful planters and flags to make the…
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August 8, 2018
Modern Militia
Our masters in waiting, controlling the deep state, understand all too well that the Second Amendment is the linchpin that holds the Constitution and its guarantee of human rights together. Let us…
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August 8, 2018
Thank You
Unfortunately I had to call 911 for my husband at 6:30 a.m. on Monday, July 30.
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August 8, 2018
Dog Park Dirt
This is another point of view concerning a letter you published about the Barnegat Light dog park (“Dog Park Praise,” 7/25). My major concern is dog feces not picked up by the dog park users.
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August 8, 2018
Last Trip to LBI
When I was a young age, I was introduced to your Island. I loved it from day one, and it never wavered. Last week, I made what I believe is my last trip to my favorite place.
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•August 8, 2018
Too Hot to Think? Studies Show Heat Affects the Brain
During summer heat waves, you know your body will be hot and sluggish. But did you know that your brain is affected by the heat, too?
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August 8, 2018
Blast From Past
I have a different point of view than Carolyn Goeckel (“Sounding the Alert,” 7/25).
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•August 1, 2018
Fire Tower Appeal Raises Safety Alarm
TheBass River fire tower appeal was filed with the intent to stop the unnecessary clear cutting on what hikers call the “Enchanted Forest” trail. The appeal must also bring to the attention of the…
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August 1, 2018
Doggone Annoyed
I am writing to vehemently concurthatTony Cirillo’s response (“Do Unto Others …,” 7/18) to Wendy McClure’s piece (“What’s a Dog to Do Around Here,” 7/4) was spot on.
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August 1, 2018
Grim Forecast
During the last part of Gov. Christie’s administration the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection releasedits Water Management Act of 2017. This program was last published in 1996 and was…
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August 1, 2018
Anyone Surprised?
It is common practice in the real estate industry to invite someone to inspect the property you are selling. So why should anyone be surprised that Trump has invited Putin to the White House?
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August 1, 2018
Shark Sighting in Beach Haven Terrace
CATCH OF THE DAY: Ellijah “Eli” Ellison of Burlington sports the latest in beach kiddie wear in honor of last week’s Shark Week. The 2-year-old puts an unquestionably non-threatening face on the…
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August 1, 2018
Model Security
I would like to express my appreciation to the Little Egg Harbor School District and the Little Egg Harbor Police Department. There have been many views expressed on school safety issues following…
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•August 1, 2018
Bagels or Bowls?
Do you remember chicken in a basket? When I was a kid it was a popular menu item in several Long Beach Island restaurants. I couldn’t imagine what it was because my family didn’t eat out much. I…
