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Vincent Ferro’s hatred
In response to Vincent Ferro’s unhinged letter in this week’s paper regarding Gay Pride Flags and Christmas Nativity scenes, it is sad to see people be so openly prejudice in our own … more
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Vincent Ferro, hater of gays
I’ve been a Marlboro resident for many many years. Marlboro has a very large gay community for which I am a proud member. Hatred exists everywhere and true Christians don’t spew hatred. … more
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When will Central Hudson get it together? 
 In August 2021 Central Hudson realized that they had a problem with their billing system. They stopped sending bills until April or May 2022. They supposedly had the problem fixed. Sadly, they … more
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We are all one in Christ
Those who claim to be Christians ignore what St. Paul writes in the Bible when they practice hate and intolerance against the LGBTQ+ Community and beyond.  His letter to the Galatians, … more
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The Pride flag
As a gay man, a Marlborough resident, AND the person who supplied and facilitated displaying the PRIDE flag at town hall,  displaying this flag is a beautiful reminder that the Marlborough Town … more
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The drive-through lane
Most of the time, when I drive by McDonald’s in Montgomery, New York, there are cars parked on the main road going into McDonald’s waiting at the drive-thru, and there is nobody at the … more
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Sunlight on bark
The house is quiet. It’s just me and the dog. And sometimes a chicken that tries to sneak in through the dog-slit in the screen door to eat out of the dogfood bowl. You can tell Darcy … more
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Gay Pride Month
As a Catholic, a Marlborough resident and a taxpayer, it is outrageous that the Marlborough Town Board should publicly support Gay Pride Month. Nevertheless, if the offensive Gay Pride Flag … more
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Plant native ground cover
I feel guilty about the way I planted 50 Canada Anemone plugs last weekend.  These ground covers are native – despite the name – and they are aggressive.  You wouldn’t … more
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The hammock
With whole fam damily coming, I blew up the front left tire on the Husqvarna, and with the morning dew glistening on the green blades, mowed the yard and prepared the grounds for whatever. I … more
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Protecting Women’s Rights
Hon. Colin Schmitt Assemblyman District 99 6 Depot Street Washingtonville, NY 10992 Dear Colin: I hope this letter finds you well. I know that you are engaged in a rigorous campaign. I am … more
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Drone surveillance and protection
After the horror of the mass murder at the Fourth of July Parade in Illinois I believe every outdoor event should have drone surveillance and protection. The idea that it can’t happen here has … more
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Mass murder
As Quakers we are opposed to all forms of violence. Every time there is a mass shooting, most agree that something should be done. We are saddened that nothing seems to change. Mass murder is … more
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Pro-life culture must be created
Many people are rejoicing while others are enraged after the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade by the Supreme Court. I personally consider abortion to be abhorrent, one of the worst evils to ever … more
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Sincere thanks
To the local and nationwide Valley Central Community: I wish to extend my deepest and sincerest thank you to each and every person who supported me! Thank you to all my immediate and extended family … more
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Save the bees!
Good news for bugs!  Many northeastern states (CT, ME, MA, NJ, MD and VT) passed tough restrictions on the sale of neonics (neonicotinoids).  Now New York is positioned to be the first to … more
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The simplest things
Finally, I planted some zucchini. Growers, in their excitement, often plant things too deep. I wasn’t planting squash in hills; just a furrow from the hoe and three seeds every two feet. I back … more
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Pride, Sorrow, and Anger
The Marlborough Town Board unanimously supported the LGBTQ+ community at the June 13 meeting when it passed a motion to declare June Pride Month again and, for the first time, fly on the main … more
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Democracy is on the ballot
Last week, three Supreme Court rulings illustrated how decades of legalized political bribery are chipping away at democracy, driving it closer to resembling fascist Hungary, Turkey, and Middle … more
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Anti-abortion issue
Abortion means the destruction of a life that could amount to something.  That’s what troubles me.  On the other hand these anti-abortion laws have great unexpected … more
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