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Congratula-tions are in order for the Smithfield Planning Board. As far as I can recall, they are the first to consider the prohibition of any new signs that flash, blink, or change their messages, including signs that tell time and temperature. continue
Last week the Democratic Party delivered an historic moment with the selection of Barack Obama as their presidential candidate. continue
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Letters to the Editor
One night we went to dinner, and when we came down the driveway on our return, it was apparent that the power had gone out. continue
Mr. Chretien's clarification of the ongoing problems that include "additional" costs, such as a $500,000 allowance for overtime, in the "folly" called a building project gives me, as one citizen, additional concerns. continue
Many neglect to realize, that nearly two years ago, the majority Republican congress had been replaced by the Democratic Party. Unlike their counterparts, this shift in power was accomplished without crybabies, lawsuits or hanging chads. At that time, the Democrats inherited the following: gas prices at $2.18 a gallon, record low unemployment, low food prices, a record high stock market, and a country that has not been attacked since 9/11. continue
I just want to say that as I looked at the last several issues of The Valley Breeze and Observer, I was extremely impressed by both the breadth and depth of the local news coverage, so much better than was previously available locally, and infinitely better than is available in our regional "newspaper of record." As a long-term resident of Smithfield, I am particularly appreciative of the coverage given to my own local community. continue
As an old 1960s liberal and having a similar pedigree as E. Sage Bauer, I feel a certain kinship with him and his views. However, I feel he has misinterpreted David Garrigan's letter regarding the Children's Museum catering to Spanish speakers. continue
