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We cannot allow attempts at censure to continue unanswered
I don’t know about you, but I remember an era, not that long ago, when books were banned. We were forced to find secretive ways to read books like “Catcher in the Rye” and … more
Rights and the Supreme Court
  WASHINGTON - Whose rights matter? As the Supreme Court grapples with when to intervene in an ongoing case and when to hold back, it slings around a lot of impartial-sounding legal jargon: … more
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The Republican opportunity
  The Virginia election of Republican Glenn Youngkin and Winsome Sears as governor and lieutenant governor, respectively, provides a great opportunity for the GOP if they will seize the … more
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Today in History: Feb. 15, 2022
Today is Tuesday, Feb. 15, the 46th day of 2022. There are 319 days left in the year.   Today in History: On Feb. 15, 1879, President Rutherford B. Hayes signed a bill allowing female … more
A little conversation means a lot on Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate the one you love. Feb. 14 is traditionally a day to give roses, cards and boxes of chocolate to spouses, sweethearts or close friends. The day is named for a … more
Reasons why Planning Board should reject subdivision project
On Feb. 1 the Rome Planning Board met at City Hall to discuss a new subdivision. Due to COVID restrictions, the building was closed to the public. The people from Seaboard Solar Co. who want to build … more
There should be no fee for home inspections
The City of Oneida wants to charge landlords $150 for inspections on their rental units, possibly cutting the cost to $75. There should be no cost. Our property taxes are staggering. There should be … more
Elected officials disregard America’s future
I am writing you today to express my growing dismay over how little the United States Senate and House of Representatives accomplished in 2021. My primary concern is the shameful disregard our … more
Rome residents deserve better
The nearly foot of snow that greeted Rome residents when they awoke Friday morning may have been unwelcome for many — but it was not an unwelcome surprise. Forecasters with the National Weather … more
Why this reader backs the NY Health Care Act
I support it because it is comprehensive. It covers medical, dental, vision, hearing, and mental health care. I support it because it provides long-term care and support services. I support it … more
A new federal vision for traffic safety
Deaths on American roads had been falling since the 1970s, but that trend reversed during the COVID-19 pandemic. In response, the U.S. Department of Transportation has set a new goal: zero traffic … more
Bright future for Boonville’s renovated Hulbert House
BOONVILLE — We heard some good news recently coming out of Boonville with the new ownership of the landmark Hulbert House saying that applications are being accepted for furnished efficiencies and … more
Reader recommends ‘Critical Race Theory’ book
With all the recent conservative hype about banning the teaching of “Critical Race Theory,” preventing the teaching of “any subject that could distress a student about the role of their … more
Putting brakes on robocalls
If you answer the phone and hear a recorded message instead of a live person, it’s a robocall. If you’re getting a lot of robocalls trying to sell you something, odds are the calls are illegal. … more
Epoxy resin endangers environment
Over the past five years the use of epoxy resin has increased, creating an exorbitant amount of waste going into our planet and posing health risks. Epoxy resin is a durable substance that can be … more
Historic Old Erie Canal needs cleanup to boost tourism
The Old Erie Canal is in desperate need of cleanup and repair. As the bicentennial of the canal is upon us, we should consider the opportunity to restore it. A cleaner canal would attract tourists, … more
Putting history in right perspective
Across the country there has been a realization that it may be time to take another look at historical markers — those little signs we see dotting the landscape with a paragraph or two explaining … more
Retiring chief strived to improve public safety
One of Rome’s most dedicated public servants throughout the years, Police Chief Kevin Beach, is retiring from office.  As Rome’s first ward councilman, I have worked professionally with Chief … more
Hopeful numbers in pandemic battle
It’s been a long time since we’ve had good news in the battle against the COVID-19 virus, but Friday’s numbers from Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office are welcome. The latest statistics say that for … more
Observe National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. The month is dedicated to raising awareness about human trafficking, otherwise known as modern slavery. The FBI has identified 14 … more
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