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Public school funding in PA needs to change

I am writing to express my deep concern about a recent report on the condition of rural public education in Pennsylvania. “Why Rural Matters 2023,” a nonpartisan report … more

12/6/23

On the passing of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor

Today, our nation lost a monumental figure in Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. As the first woman appointed to the Supreme Court, Justice O’Connor inspired millions … more

12/6/23

Hamas subjugates the citizens of Gaza

I was wondering if the “spasm” Mr. Rogers refers to is the one in which Hamas slaughters peace activists attending a music festival; rapes and kills young women; kidnaps babies, children … more

11/28/23

Disparaging people was uncalled for

Regarding Leah Casner’s “Shangri-La”, although I agree that there is a healthy debate to be had concerning the tensions between natives and newcomers, Ms. Casner’s column … more

11/28/23

Keep the care center under county’s protection

We the residents of Sullivan County encouraged the building and maintenance of the facility. The reason we the people of Sullivan County did that was to provide a place where our elders could … more

11/21/23

Moral equivalence and denial of the past

Check out this link from the River Reporter: I read this letter and it wanders dangerously into the matter of moral equivalency and a denial of Israel’s many past efforts and … more

By RABBI LARRY ZIERLER | 11/21/23

Tough, ruthless, in charge

Beyond ending life, murder has little to do with making a compelling argument for anything. It certainly does not lend any moral justification to a dispute. In the case of Israel’s … more

By JOHN PACE | 11/14/23

On hard words, jealousies and fears

The recent (November 9-15) letters to the editor regarding the current kerfuffle over the Highland supervisor election reminded me of the word “dudgeon,” and the internet gave me this … more

11/14/23

Plastic packaging must be reduced

Appalled by the amount of plastic packaging that enters your life? Virtually all that packaging is deliberately designed to be used once, then thrown away—which is why we have a … more

11/14/23

Evidence of financial mismanagement matters

REALLY, RIVER REPORTER? Instead of explaining and expanding on the issues presented by the mailer, readers are subjected to a purported “attack” by the “klan,” which is … more

11/14/23

Implement RGGI now

The Commonwealth Court decision that the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) is an illegal tax is misguided. Gov. Shapiro has made clear his commitment to tackling the climate crisis while … more

11/7/23

Society preserves stigma

Re the story “Ending the stigma” (River Reporter, November 2-8) on ending mental health stigma: We seem far more intent on preserving it. Here are five reasons to continue … more

11/7/23

Caregivers need support too

November is National Family Caregivers Month. In New York, 546,000 family caregivers are providing care worth over $19 billion to their loved ones with dementia. Though these caregivers provide … more

11/7/23

Story showed lack of journalistic integrity, ethics

Here we go again... I have come to expect fluff Pizzolato articles from this "paper." I also know you don't fact check anything that you write; the gas tank caper and "hate crime" and now this mailer … more

11/3/23

Paper’s use of word was irresponsible, unprofessional

The River Reporter has been acting as Johnny Pizzolato's mouthpiece for years. I find it interesting that a mailer with factual information about bad business practices by someone who expects to … more

11/3/23

Dana Salazar endorsed by state PBA, carpenters’ union

Dana Salazar, candidate for the New York State Supreme Court’s Third Judicial District, has been endorsed by the Police Benevolent Association of the New York State Troopers (NYSTPBA). NYSTPBA … more

10/31/23

Brian McPhillips: an intelligent leader and hard worker

The name McPhillips is synonymous with integrity, principles and ethics. Residents will do well to vote for any of the McPhillips candidates on this November’s ballot. Matt … more

10/31/23

Cat Scott will protect the vulnerable

The highest role of government is protecting and serving society’s vulnerable. County legislators have failed in that duty, selling out seniors and privatizing clinical services at the Adult … more

10/31/23

George Conklin deserves your vote

My name is Shannan Armbrust. I am a lifelong resident of Sullivan County and have been an employee in the Sullivan County Treasurer’s Office for 15 years. As the senior fiscal … more

10/31/23

Rob Doherty, pictured at an announcement of the bi-partisan formation of a Congressional Caucus for the Delaware River Watershed.

Conklin didn’t stand up to Doherty

Good judgment and leadership are qualities one should seek in a candidate running for public office. George Conklin has not demonstrated either of those qualities during his time as a legislator. Not … more

10/31/23

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