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The men who whittled
From before the Bronze Age, the first utensil was a copper knife. Then a little tapping on the blade and we had a spoon. Cut the spoon into strips and a fork was born. Another copper blade tapped out … more
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Violent extremists are Trump supporters
I recently read a news article about Pete Santilli, a far-right rabid conspiracy theorist who has his own radio talk show. He is a staunch Trump supporter since they both speak the same sick, … more
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Drama over a drag queen?
What a country we live in. Numerous concerns about children’s safety at a Town of Montgomery book reading event. On March 29, 2023, the Washington Post reported that more than 348,000 students … more
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Judgment of Solomon
Regarding the issue of the library needs vs the senior citizen center’s wants: a very easy solution would be to split the amount in half. That way the board  would appear to deal … more
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The calling of the bees
It’s almost time to shave my beard. It’s getting pretty ratty. Things might be living in it. I need a clean face. I usually shave before my birthday to see how much older I have become … more
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Disappointment
On leaving the village board meeting March 22, I was feeling very disappointed-the mayor announced that the library would be receiving an additional $4000 in this years budget- not the additional … more
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WE did it! 
I am humbled by the support that I have received from my fellow Village of Montgomery residents. I am so proud of everyone that came together to make this campaign a success and everyone … more
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Tár, the bar, and the Museum of Modern Art
I took the steps one at a time, exiting the subway with an exhilaration of spirit and a sense of freedom and of thankful wellbeing. For the city, the air was fresh and the sounds of traffic modest … more
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The Big Ask
While the mayor feels that the library requesting $60,000 from the village is a BIG ASK he did not ask what that money would be used for...That money (combined with the $60,000 from the town) would … more
Universal child care means all of New York’s children
Governor Hochul’s Executive Budget persists in intentionally excluding many of New York State’s immigrant children. More than 23,000 income-eligible children are left out of our … more
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Into the city
On the train, passing that Hudson River envelop of deep-sea navy ship memories, the new light-colored concrete abutments of the Tappan Zee Bridge come into view, looking too frail to stand. They … more
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National gun reform is ever elusive
In recent years both mass-gun shootings and shootings in general resulting in the loss of American lives have occurred more and more frequently. It is now clear America is faced with a ‘gun … more
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Randi Picarello
As a parent of children who attend Montgomery Elementary School and a Montgomery Elementary School PTA Board Member for over 5 years, Randi Picarello has always been an essential member of the … more
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Randi Picarello for Village Trustee
The Village of Montgomery has been our home for 29 years. As a Valley Central Middle School teacher (1981-2012), I have witnessed the impact of each of the five communities on its … more
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Randi Picarello for Trustee
I have known Randi since the battle of Medline. We had opposing point of views, but we were able to become close friends. Randi seized this opportunity and was able to negotiate a benefits agreement … more
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Down the Hudson
Travel is different today. My phone is my ticket. I do everything online with my magic wand, or at my PC. Once exposed to the hang of this new world order it’s not so bad, but I do need to … more
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The Walker Valley Fire Department
I am writing this letter to praise the heroic members of the Walker Valley Fire Department, for the many years they have come to the aid of my elderly mother. Whether it was into the late hours of … more
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Lynn Thompson for Walden Village Trustee
Lynn Thompson should be re-elected as Village of Walden trustee. Lynn has the experience and integrity to continue the good work she has done as trustee. She is informed and has done a great deal of … more
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In celebration of women’s history
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s important to remember the remarkable women who came before us and paved the way for future generations. One such woman is Amy Bull Crist … more
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In the bluestone quarry yard
These are the slow months so I should not have been surprised when the call came in from the quarry yard. That was fast. Our order was ready for pickup. It’s a long way to Tar Hollow Road in … more
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