April 16, 2009 RSS feed / Letters

Public invited to attend first-ever Rutgers Day

In recognition of Rutgers University's unique relationship with the people of New Jersey, we are opening our doors to the public for the first-ever Rutgers Day on April 25. More...

Sunday wildlife watchers shouldn't have to fear projectiles

Hunters say, "There has never been an incident in New Jersey in which a bow and arrow hunter has mistaken a person, horseback rider or family pet for a deer." Just a few weeks ago in West Amwell Township a 3-year-old cat had to fight for its life More...

For the Record

Credit for the Sky Blue FC women's professional soccer team photos in last week's edition should have been attributed to Terry Geerdts, A Pretty Pixel. More...

Sustainable open space funds needed

It may seem a bit insensitive to be talking about saving land when our economy is in such dire straits, but the issue is very important in both good times and in bad. More...

There is no legitimate reason for Sunday hunting

Imust agree with the comments made recently by Bob and Betty Bailey concerning the attempts by hunters to have archery hunting go to seven days a week and also to have the safety zones for archers reduced. More...

UFRSD drug testing policy is coercive

Recently an article covering the Upper Freehold Township drug testing policy described students as having "volunteered." I take exception to the characterization of this policy as being voluntary. It is not voluntary — it is coercive. More...

U.F. officials deserve praise for being proactive

Many thanks to our mayor and Township Committee for realizing the challenging economic times that local taxpayers are facing. Hopefully, by choosing to reduce our 2009 township budget, we will realize a reduction in our local property taxes. More...