News opinion 2008-07-10 Andanh.com

Who does the City Council represent? Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:30:00 EDT
To the editor:
In order to have an informed electorate we have to get the straight story. While I applaud a reporter accurately quoting the pronouncement of politicians and other officials no matter how ridiculous the statement, I do object to reporters perpetuating the party line and the editorial writers not setting the story straight!

Letter: Beverly leaders have lost our trust Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:30:00 EDT
To the editor:
The Beverly City Council just voted for the trash fee to remain the same as the past year. They admitted that the money they collected exceeded the need and that there was a surplus. When the trash fee was initiated, we citizens were told that the money could only be used for the removal of trash. Because it is a fee and not considered a real tax, we cannot deduct it from our income taxes. The city will now be collecting our money under false pretenses, using it for what they want, and we have to sit and smile.

Our view: 'War crimes' charade is preposterous Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:30:00 EDT
The words and actions of the dean of the Massachusetts School of Law cast the local school in ill repute and raise doubt over whether anyone can expect serious legal training there.
Lawrence Velvel, dean and co-founder of the law school, says that President Bush and members of his administration should be placed on trial for war crimes and, if found guilty, hanged — just like the leaders of Nazi Germany and imperial Japan.

Our view: Use common sense, stay healthy Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:30:00 EDT
Contrary to what those in the fashion and antiperspirant industries would tell you, sweat is a really good thing.
This is especially true in the summer, when it can be the difference between life and death. The human body uses sweat as an biochemical air conditioning system to keep the internal temperature somewhere close to an ideal 98.6 degrees.

Letter: JROTC leading the way Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:30:00 EDT
To the editor:
Regarding Vietnam War veteran Gerard Hosman's Tuesday, July 8, 2008, letter "Students should hear from both sides on military services."
The United States Marine Corps was founded on November 10, 1775, at Tun Tavern, Philadelphia, Pa. Since that time, the Marine Corps has honorably served this nation with distinction, courage and will. The JROTC was created under the National Defense Act of 1916. The JROTC Program is located coast to coast in many of our high schools. As an officer in Salem High Marine Corps JROTC, it has been an honor to wear the uniform that so many have worn defending this nation. It is with pleasure that I write to you today explaining what the ROTC fully represents. As an officer, it is my obligation to teach the cadets that serve under my command the three Marine Corps values: honor, courage, and commitment. Honor to serve the people of the community, courage to finish the great task set before us, and commitment to do it to the best of our ability. The JROTC also practices JJDIDTIEBUCKLE. Each letter of this anagram represents a trait a cadet is expected to know, understand, and utilize.

Letter: Fireworks display needed better music Thu, 10 Jul 2008 05:30:00 EDT
To the editor:
The fireworks in Danvers were as good as they usually are, but someone ought to have a talk with whoever arranged the musical accompaniment. First, the music was way too loud. When it vibrates in your chest and hurts the ears of someone like myself who is already hearing impaired, not to mention the young children there who, at least before that night, were not hearing impaired, then it is just too loud. Part of the fireworks, like the sizzles and whistles, were completely drowned out by the loudness of the music.

'War crimes' charade is preposterous Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:40:00 EDT
The words and actions of the dean of the Massachusetts School of Law cast the school in ill repute and raise doubt over whether anyone can expect serious legal training there.
Lawrence Velvel, dean and co-founder of the law school, says that President Bush and members of his administration should be placed on trial for war crimes and, if found guilty, hanged — just like the leaders of Nazi Germany and imperial Japan.

Viewpoint: The facts of America Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:39:00 EDT
In "The aging of America" published on June 26, Mr. McGlew gloomily seems to predict the death of the United States, and pairs this supposed death with a "presidential candidate ... promising change." Tied in with this claim are all manner of unsupported appeals to statistics and misguided political thoughts.

Letter: Name senior center after the Plouffs Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:38:00 EDT
To the editor:
Now that the possibility becomes even greater for Newburyport to get its long-sought-after senior center, I would like to offer a suggestion.
When this center is built, there will probably be a lot of discussions and suggestions as to what its name should be.

Letter: RPEF grateful for golf tourney support Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:37:00 EDT
To the editor:
The Rowley Public Education Fund (RPEF) held its Third Annual "Golfing for a Goal" Golf Tournament on Friday, June 13 at the Carriage Pines Golf Club in Rowley. Proceeds from the tournament will be used to enhance the science curriculum at Pine Grove School in Rowley.

Letter: Obama suggestion scary Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:36:00 EDT
To the editor:
I've recently heard and read Obama, the presumed Democratic nominee for president, give a speech concerning his desire for more national volunteerism, especially among our youths. He is even willing to set national goals and standards for our youths for the amount of volunteering our students must perform during the year. He has a desire to turn our youths into a civilian national security force that is as strong as our military forces are. I think that this may be an attempt by Obama to turn our youths and eventually this society into a nationalistic society much like that of Nazi Germany just before the outbreak of World War II.

Children deserve to be healthy at school Thursday July 10, 2008
School health services have a proven value to the health and education of our children. Both school nurses and school-based health centers keep children in school and adults at work, reducing absenteeism and trips to the emergency room. They're on the front lines of preventing illness, reducing health care costs, and eliminating health disparities across race, ethnicity and class.

Worcester must change charter Thursday July 10, 2008
Worcester needs a Buddy Cianci. Worcester needs someone who is in charge, really in charge.

School administration salaries appalling Thursday July 10, 2008
I'm disgusted with the city's elected officials after reading Clive McFarlane's column, "Two Americas playing out in Worcester" (Telegram & Gazette, May 21), regarding the divide between city employees who make huge salaries getting hefty pay raises and those employees whose salaries barely keep them above the poverty line.

Renewing the library Thursday July 10, 2008
We've always felt that the health of its public library speaks volumes about a community's values, so it is gratifying to see the city moving to strengthen staffing and hours at the main library on Salem Street.

Buyer's market Thursday July 10, 2008
The launch of an ambitious and truly unique home ownership initiative in Worcester yesterday took on the fervor of an old-time revival meeting at times - and not without reason. The program, which taps the enlightened self-interest of buyers, employers and the banking, legal and business sectors, could well be a national model for shaking the housing market out of the doldrums.

The venerable book enters a new chapter in information age Thursday July 10, 2008
Shortly after John Bassett became president of Clark University seven years ago, he gave a talk to the Friends of the Goddard Library. He pointed out that, because of the Internet and the digitization of information, the traditional college research library was due for some radical changes.

Airport celebration a huge success Thursday July 10, 2008
We commend Ronald Chernisky, and all those involved, for all of their hard work and organization in making the fireworks happen again at the Southbridge Airport this past July 3.

Charge a fee for 911 misuse Thursday July 10, 2008
I have a thought on the article concerning incorrect 911 calls (Telegram & Gazette, July 7).

YOUR VIEW: Energy solution won't come from Republicans Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

Peter Friedman's essay in Monday's editorial section sounds like another press release from the Bush administration: Don't blame the Republicans for the current energy crisis, and if it were not for Bill Clinton, we'd be bathing in Arctic National...

YOUR VIEW: Veterans should get preference in hiring Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

Last year, Military.com conducted a survey asking questions to both military veterans and civilian employers. The results of the survey were released on Nov. 5, and the study revealed a "profound disconnect between employers and transitioning military...

OUR VIEW: Saving face at our expense Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

Now that the Bristol County correctional officers' contract is settled, Sheriff Thomas M. Hodgson should drop his taxpayer-funded appeal of a court decision regarding his punishment of five guards in 2000.

YOUR VIEW: Aid Central Americans on their own soil Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

Congratulations to Becky Evans, Peter Pereira and Jack Spillane for the immigration series.

LETTER: Youth need better discipline Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

Youths need better discipline

NATIONAL VIEW: Food finder: Hunting the source of the salmonella outbreak could be a lot easier Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

When we wrote last month about the outbreak of the rare Saintpaul strain of salmonella bacteria, the prime suspects were Roma, red plum and red round tomatoes. Now they have company. The Food and Drug Administration is casting a wary eye on jalapeno...

YOUR VIEW: July Fourth concert sadly lacking patriotic songs Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

I mourned patriotism on the third of July.

A tribute to Abbott Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

When Dr. Richard Salluzzo officially begins his duties today as CEO of Cape Cod Healthcare, he will inherit a first-class medical system with top-notch professionals and state-of-the-art facilities.

Ocean Edge's attitude inspires civil disobedience Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

In his 18 column inches of carefully crafted eyewash ("Ocean Edge respects beach rights," June 30), Robert Newman assures all that Ocean Edge cares deeply about its neighbors, gives us a real estate history lesson and provides a combined public relations...

Teenage Vineyard singer has stardom in her future Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

On the evening of July Fourth, I toggled my TV remote between the Boston Pops concert and the PBS station's Washington, D.C., celebration.

Seeing is believing; hearing is a real treat Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

Bravo to the Cape Cod Symphony Orchestra and chorus for a beautiful Fourth of July concert; those fireworks were the best I ever heard!

Legal know-how doesn't substitute for justice Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

Cape Cod should be outraged by the plight of the shunned Wampanoag tribe members ("Shunned tribe members lose bid in appeals court," July 4).

Admiralty law grants right-of-way for salvaging Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

Donald Poole's July 8 My View regarding tidal land ownership was most informative.

A little sacrifice here for a lot over there Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

It was a typical quiet morning on April 22, with the temperature intensifying as a bright orange sun emerged high from the horizon in Iraq's Al Anbar province.

Is door closing on OpenCape? Thu, 10 Jul 2008 06:00 EST

It's weekly now and gets worse in summer. I leave a message for the Times editor — did you get it? — and wait to hear. I'm talking about a simple e-mail.

MBTA boss touts T but takes SUV Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:31:18 -0400
MBTA general manager Dan Grabauskas is spending tens of thousands of taxpayer dollars urging suburban commuters to "Dump the Pump," brave the heat and take the T,...

Escape from the subway Wed, 09 Jul 2008 23:04:43 -0400
MBTA General Manager Dan Grabauskas' Ford Escape SUV comes equipped with a purring four cylinder engine that "accelerates like a V-6" and gets 34 mpg in the...

Luxury car levy too taxing for state Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:39:53 -0400
The Registry of Motor Vehicles is giving up on collecting millions of dollars in excise taxes that it never billed people who own Lamborghinis, Maseratis and other ultra-luxury...

Aquarium plan makes splash with Southie pols Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:34:55 -0400
South Boston leaders are rallying behind a proposal to build a new, world-class aquarium on the neighborhood's burgeoning waterfront even as New England Aquarium officials...

Budding rocket scientists have a blast Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:30:18 -0400
Budding rocket scientists lit up the Hub sky yesterday at Northeastern University blasting off bottle rockets in a test of brain power and pyrotechnics. The 48 science...

DiMasi backs out-of-state gay weds here Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:26:32 -0400
A renewed battle on Beacon Hill is brewing to repeal a law preventing out-of-state gays from marrying in the Bay State. House Speaker Sal DiMasi has been asking members...

Mom's lover held on $1M bail in fatal fire Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:40:18 -0400
The woman accused of killing two of her lover's children in April by setting fire to their South Boston rowhouse was ordered held yesterday on $1 million bail. Nicole...

Killers stay on road thanks to RMV glitch Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:35:48 -0400
Killers behind the wheel and multiple drunken drivers were able to cruise on Bay State roadways long after their convictions because Registry of Motor Vehicles and court employees...

Menino refuses to extinguish fire probe Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:27:00 -0400
The Boston firefighters' union yesterday renewed its demand that Mayor Thomas M. Menino drop the probe into whether two jakes were impaired when they died in a 2007 blaze...

House backs popular vote for president Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:22:47 -0400
House lawmakers are backing a bill to replace the Electoral College with the popular vote in presidential elections. The Massachusetts House gave the bill initial approval...

Grace under (water) pressure Wed, 09 Jul 2008 21:12:53 -0400
As temperatures soared into the 90s for the second straight day, city agencies made a push to bring relief to the city's homeless, elderly and kids. "Most of...

Cops say bad pot deal led to murder of Mansfield 18-year-old Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:28:31 -0400
A drug deal between suburban teens was behind the killing of a Mansfield 18-year-old, authorities claimed yesterday as they arraigned the 19-year-old suspect. Mark Hayden,...

Marzilli's attorney banks on technicality Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:22:04 -0400
The lawyer defending state Sen. Jim Marzilli against charges of a sexual rampage in Lowell intends to argue the case should be thrown out because there's no corresponding...

Two join probe into student's death while in police custody Wed, 09 Jul 2008 20:08:13 -0400
The former federal prosecutor tapped to conduct an independent probe into the death of a 22-year-old man who suffered a heart attack in police custody has appointed two retired...

Pair 'of interest' in Hyde Park shooting Wed, 09 Jul 2008 19:49:27 -0400
Boston police need the public's help in identifying two men pictured in photos taken from surveillance cameras at a convenience store. Police are calling the men "persons...

Perfect family portrait ruined by Obama's duplicity Wed, 09 Jul 2008 23:25:45 -0400
So Obama's exploited his kids. MSNBC suspended a reporter this winter for suggesting the Clintons had "pimped out" Chelsea by having her call superdelegates...

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