March 11, 2010
Being the unfortunate owners of a Toyota Camry on both recall lists (floor mat and accelerator), we were completely relieved to have the repairs done as soon as possible. I had all but refused to drive the car before this was done, not wanting to...
March 11, 2010
The writer of the letter, "Turn TVs to fact-based news for mass viewing," published March 7, an admitted liberal, commented how he sat in a waiting room and was "forced" to listen to FoxNews on the TV.
When liberals educate our kids (Texas...
March 11, 2010
Five years ago I wanted to trade in my truck. I did a Consumer Report research and came up with the Toyota RAV or the Subaru Forester.
I went to a local car dealer to test-drive the RAV. I liked it. The dealer gave me a price quote and I...
March 11, 2010
I answered the call of The Day's full-page ad to contact my legislators on the issue of the pending law to move public legal notices to the Internet. I stand with The Day in its argument.
Writing to my legislators, I cited the First...
March 11, 2010
Dog Watch Cafe in Stonington is seeking to expand its outdoor seating, change rules to allow larger waterfront restaurants and provide outdoor entertainment. The Zoning Commission should reject these proposals. Granting the requests would... Clave Holdings LLC, aka Dog Watch Cafe, is requesting changes to local zoning regulations. It is asking to change a 75-seat, class II restaurant to a 150-seat restaurant and wants to add 1,000 square feet of space for indoor and outdoor food... A 10 percent increase in Waterford property taxes is not acceptable. ("In Waterford, a dose of budget reality," Feb. 28.) It's time to look at other sources of income and cut some costs. I suggest "pay-to-play," full cost, for nearly all... At this time of year, we laud and magnify the men and women who work for the public works departments of our local towns, who try and keep our roads safe and who, eventually, fill in potholes to keep our vehicles from blowing a tire. Having said... David Brook's column titled "Hard and soft of the Norwegians," published March 3, was riveting and reminded me of a saying I heard many years ago from a Norwegian I knew: "Ten-thousand Swedes crawling through the reeds could not beat one drunk... Should I have to watch Fox News when I am waiting for therapy in a hospital rehabilitation outpatient center in Waterford? I have a bad back, but I have not lost my mind. I am a liberal. Fox News has described itself as an opinion cable... The Senate recently voted on the bill that would have allowed seniors to receive a one-time payment of $250. This was proposed because seniors will not be receiving a cost-of-living increase. The proposal was rejected, so there will be no... I was watching the TV news on Wednesday and there was a report about a hawk that is attacking unsuspecting people outside. The reporter interviewed a few people from the area, one of whom was a young boy, and gave the names of all the... I am at a loss to find adequate superlatives to describe the Coast Guard chorale's performance Wednesday night at Memorial Chapel. "Spectacular" is an understatement. There were inspired arrangements, exquisite precision, rich harmonies,... I am commenting on Richard Blumenthal's statement, "Businesses welcome competition and a level playing field and want fair enforcement." ("They said it," March 3.) What a joke. What a typical politician. A few years back local bar...When casualty of war is the absence of truth
March 10, 2010Our military deserves show of appreciation
March 10, 2010Too costly to give OK in workers' comp case
March 9, 2010Exposing one to skin cancer is a lousy prize
March 9, 2010Say no to disruptive noise in the borough
March 9, 2010Noisy enough without change in zoning rules
March 9, 2010Get creative and cut expenses in Waterford
March 9, 2010Stonington pothole held a historic gem
March 7, 2010Hard to get the better of any Norwegian
March 7, 2010Anglers receive little as license fees double
March 7, 2010Turn TVs to fact-based news for mass viewing
March 7, 2010Drilling our oil a good way to pay off debt
March 7, 2010
Coast Guard's talent a blessing to the region
March 7, 2010
Lights on for safety during bad weather
March 7, 2010Reporting hospital errors is complex
March 6, 2010Teen substance abuse best dealt with at home
March 6, 2010Senate vote shows which party cares
March 6, 2010TV news can provide too much information
March 6, 2010Each moment a delight in Coast Guard show
March 6, 2010Blumenthal changes tune about level fields
March 6, 2010
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Being the unfortunate owners of a Toyota Camry on both recall lists...
The writer of the letter, "Turn TVs to fact-based news for mass...
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