To the editor: As an adult, I’m seeing such turmoil, strife, environmental and personal acrimony in our world now and in the past few years. The leaders of our country and even the world seem insensitive to the struggles of everyday people. Politics is just plain ugly. No one seems to want ...

To the editor: A couple months ago, I was on an organizing call about local short-term rental regulation. At the end of the call, a man who I had never met before asked me, “Is Fred Balzac involved with this group?” He told me that Fred would be a great person to have on our side, and ...

To the editor: A few who have tossed their hats in the ring are pushing the idea that the University Games were a failure; an idea that’s far from the truth. Yes, the event didn’t haul in massive crowds, a problem, in part, due to large-scale housing projects that were not realized, ...

To the editor: You must know that Chelsea Merrihew is running for Essex County clerk as the Election Day is coming nearer. I wish to give you a closer look at Chelsea and why she is the best choice that makes sense for Essex County. As North Elba town clerk, I have relied on the county ...

To the editor: I am writing to support Fred Balzac for North Elba Town Council. He is passionate about serving the local full-time residents and will work tirelessly to improve our community. Over many years, Fred has been active in standing up against special interests. He will work ...

To the editor: From Webster’s: plebiscite n. “A direct vote by an electorate on an important issue or proposal.” In 1998, during my first year as councilman, I gathered support to put the non-binding referendum on the ballot: “Should the name of the Town of Wilmington, NY be ...