Millstoner disappointed with board president
      For the past six sessions of attending the Board of Education meetings, I cannot [help] but feel disappointed, frustrated and powerless in the attitude and receptiveness (or lack thereof) displayed by the president of the board, Mrs. Mary Ann Friedman.
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Sept. 11 rescuers seek help for health
      With the sixth anniversary of Sept. 11 upon us, it is vital that Americans remember those who lost their lives that tragic day. It is equally important, however, to remember the heroes who survived the attack on the World Trade Center, only to suffer in the following years.
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Parents' checklist for back-to-school: pencils, anti-drug-use talk
      While discussing the new school year for your child, please don't forget to discuss a most important issue - drug and alcohol abuse. A recent survey published by the Partnership for a Drug Free America showed that only 54 percent of parents reported having a thorough discussion with their children about drugs such as heroin and cocaine.
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Bills would help reduce deadly effects of radon
      Lung Cancer Circle of Hope (LCCH), New Jersey's only advocacy group dedicated exclusively to lung cancer issues, applauds state Sen. Ellen Karcher (D-District 12) and Assemblyman Louis D.
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Don't let mortgage companies steal American dream
      Homeownership is part of the American dream. Recent news about the struggles and financial difficulties of mortgage companies, subprime loans and foreclosures has endangered this dream for many people in New Jersey and across the country.
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Recent pit bull case not just about animal abuse
      The recent pit bull case of Michael Vick and DMX are about more than animal abuse. Each and every year in New Jersey, nearly a quarter million pets are dumped at taxpayers' expense at local shelters. Irresponsible pet owners, pet hoarders and unscrupulous breeders have set off nonstop pet population explosions.
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