Opinion

To the Editor: January is more than just the start of the New Year. It’s also National Blood Donor Month, an opportunity to recognize those across the country who regularly roll up their sleeves and help save lives. Without the generosity of those who give so selflessly, millions of patients each year would not have the blood they require for emergency needs or ongoing treatments. ...

It’s nice to know some things never change. Or is it when it comes to the Putnam County court system? My schedule and my health issues haven’t allowed me regular visits to the courts the past couple of years. Lots of stairs and my knees aren’t a great combination. Editor Jared’s done the heavy lifting, attending the Gonzalez murder trial and all the varied proceedings involving the multiple defendants in the McCarter home invasion...

To the Editor: I am disappointed with the recent 5-2 vote by the Putnam County Council approving the tax abatement for the Cold Spring solar farm. This is a major step for the proposed solar panels to be placed on farmland in Russell Township in Putnam County. Despite several landowners and residents from Russell Township being against this movement, the Council approved the tax abatement...