By Dan Shine Voice Columnist West End Market In 1932, the intersection of Kelsey Avenue and Main Street was a far cry from what we know today: In those days before traffic signals, a rotary existed there, and the roads were all … [Read more...] about Historian’s Corner
The week in photos – November 14, 2024
Gripevine
Dear Gripe Vine Readers: I am sorry if you haven’t read your complaints in my column recently and I want to assure you that I will address them as soon as possible. I sustained an injury, and it set my correspondence back for a time. However, as … [Read more...] about Gripevine
At a Glance
Leaf bag pickup ends week of Dec. 9 Leaf bag pickup will end the week of Dec. 9 on residents’ regular trash pickup days. City residents are asked to put leaves and grass clippings in separate biodegradable paper bags for curbside pickup. … [Read more...] about At a Glance
13th Thanksgiving Dinner plans underway
For the 13th year in its present format, the Community Thanksgiving Dinner Committee is gearing up for another successful event. The committee, made up of parishioners of First Congregational Church, is under the direction of Dinner Coordinator Bill … [Read more...] about 13th Thanksgiving Dinner plans underway
Mayor orders ‘burn ban’ in wake of drought
By Michael P. Walsh Special to the Voice With no significant rainfall expected, the city’s Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security and three fire departments are warning residents of a continued elevated fire risk, including … [Read more...] about Mayor orders ‘burn ban’ in wake of drought
The toxicity of ‘Woke’ ideas
By Rich Lowry Syndicated Columnist The Harris campaign is a testament to the toxicity of woke politics We've passed the peak of woke politics in the U.S., and the Harris for president campaign was the leading indicator. Of all the … [Read more...] about The toxicity of ‘Woke’ ideas
From the desk of… Bill Riccio, Jr
New apartment, new layout The weather is getting colder – well, sometimes! Now that the leaves are brown, and we’re heading into the end of November, this writer gets a chance to do something he has done since 1958. Run my Lionel trains. … [Read more...] about From the desk of… Bill Riccio, Jr
Letters
Be responsible while drinking on holiday It’s almost turkey day, and with the Thanksgiving holiday quickly approaching, preparations are well underway. Turkeys have been bought, beer has been stocked, and loved ones are traveling from near and … [Read more...] about Letters
Borer touts federally funded projects
In the interest of transparency, Mayor Dorinda Borer pointed to several city projects funded by federal dollars are progressing toward their completion. … [Read more...] about Borer touts federally funded projects