This Thanksgiving week, we are grateful for so much. For starters, there is healthy food on our table, and heat and clean water in our home.
Just as COVID-19 cases are spiking locally and throughout Westchester, we finally have some reason for hope on the horizon. Several companies have recently announced promising results for coronavirus vaccines, and the first round of distribution to health care workers and other vulnerable gr…
I am writing this note to urge the Town of Lewisboro and the state of New York to end all coronavirus related restrictions, immediately. These restrictions do more harm than good, and they severely restrict our civil liberties. The effectiveness of these restrictions — including limitations …
Editor’s note: The following letter is published at the request of the author, who served as an infantry sergeant in the U.S. Army.
The pandemic’s tight grip has ripped from the calendar more annual events and celebrations than any of us could have imagined. Among those most affected have been community organizations that rely on in-person fundraisers in large part to sustain the important work they provide throughout the year.
The police blog in last week’s paper about cyclist with hand cut from grazing car is a tangible reminder of a safety issue that should be addressed by the state legislature. New York needs to join the 33 states with laws requiring a minimum 3-foot distance when cars pass bikes.
Today, Friday, the newest batch of restrictions intended to slow the virus spread go into effect in New York state. Gov. Andrew Cuomo on Wednesday announced that bars, restaurants and fitness centers will have to close at 10 p.m., although restaurants can stay open for takeout orders after t…
What a strange and disorienting week it’s been. Two bedrock traditions of fall — Halloween and Election Day — all but completely upended. And a Thanksgiving that is likely to be bare bones in comparison to past family gatherings is waiting for us just around the corner.
Make choice for president – we’re going to get one of them
Showed determination and courage in review of affordable housing project
It is quite disconcerting to see that you have broken your own editorial publishing guidelines as stated in your Sept. 4. column, “A few election-season tips for letter writers.” You state the following “First, if your letter contains claims or allegations that merit responses from the candi…
A man of great integrity and honesty
I am writing in support of Rich Sklarin for Town Board of Lewisboro. Rich has worked behind the scenes on numerous committees in Lewisboro for many years. He is a respected attorney and very knowledgeable about the Town of Lewisboro, its budget and its issues.
Integrity and compassion: that’s what we want in the people we vote for. There was a time when you could find those qualities in the Republican party, if you looked hard enough. No longer. Donald Trump and his down-the-line acolytes of fear and intolerance are wrong for our country and our t…
I was inspired by last week’s pro-Trump letter from Alexander Goldfarb of Pound Ridge (“A president who is pro-growth and fights for all Americans,” Oct. 16) to set the record straight on the president, whose failings are legion.
Aptitude, professionalism and impartiality required for role
Thanks to Bedford Recreation and Parks team, a fantastic partner
I am writing this letter for two reasons. One is to throw my support behind Andrea Rendo, and the second, perhaps equally or greater importance, is to denounce the mean-spirited letter from Robert Kesten (“Lewisboro cannot afford to elect a ‘professional divider,’” Sept. 11).
I was disappointed to read Town Supervisor Peter Parson’s profoundly misleading letter (“Actually comes to the Town of Lewisboro with ideas to help us,” Oct. 23) about the 2009 Westchester County housing settlement that I inherited as county executive from my predecessor and then county legi…
The following letters were printed in the Oct. 30, 2020 edition.
Today we offer the second of two installments on our choices for local elections.
I have had years of experience working alongside Sens. Peter Harckham and Rob Astorino. Rob is always charming, particularly when he needs something. Pete just gets things done.
The following letters were published in the Oct. 23, 2020, print edition.
The following letters were published in the Oct. 23, 2020 print edition.
Early voting starts tomorrow, Saturday, Oct. 24. Local races on the ballot in northern Westchester include two for New York state Senate and one for state Assembly. Lewisboro residents also will start casting their ballots for a town board seat and town justice.
Throughout my career, I have sought to uphold the highest professional standards, with an emphasis on honesty and transparency.
The following letters were published in the Oct. 16, 2020 print edition of The Record-Review.
The following letters were published in the Oct. 16, 2020 print edition of The Record-Review.
The following letters were published in the Oct. 16, 2020 print edition of The Record-Review.
There is no more important duty of a town board member than safeguarding the health, safety and welfare of the community. An important component of this is a well-trained and responsive police department that consistently acts with the best interests of everyone in mind.
Families in the middle of Halloween planning right now are hearing warnings from health officials to make this year’s festivities COVID-safe. Unfortunately, to the disappointment of just about everybody who appreciates the particular seasonal flavor and fun of Halloween, that means taking a …
The start of early voting in the general election for all New Yorkers is a week away. Even sooner, a few hundred residents in Bedford Hills and Katonah will have the opportunity to cast ballots on an important local referendum, one that would establish a new municipal sewer district.
By now, every registered voter should have received a postcard from the Westchester County Board of Elections indicating the address of their polling locations for early voting and Election Day voting. In any other year, this confirmation would be as routine as getting a cable bill in the ma…
Please join us on Nov. 3 in voting for Chris Burdick for the NYS Assembly 93 District. If you want a representative in Albany who is an advocate of the people, takes action and provides proactive communications on every issue facing the hardworking people of Westchester, vote for Chris Burdi…
I urge my friends and neighbors to support Chris Burdick for New York State Assembly. I have personally known and worked with Chris for more than 10 years. He is extremely responsive, diligent and hard working. He has been a great resource and support for the Pound Ridge Water/Wastewater Tas…
Many of us are ready to welcome a sea change in our national politics. It is up to all of us to make sure it happens and will be supported by our local leaders in Albany.
I care deeply about the Town of Lewisboro and its continuing progress as a fiscally
I wanted to share why I am voting for Chris Burdick to be our next Assemblyman in the 93rd District. It is because Chris truly cares about his constituents, and goes above and beyond for us. Chris’ responsiveness with the pandemic and Tropical Storm Isaias are excellent examples of this.
The federal government has worked feverishly to slash civil protections and unravel public health safeguards. More than ever before, we need our state legislators to fight fiercely for us on just about every fiscal, environmental, social justice and life quality issue, and now to manage the …
I have decided in 2020 that I can no longer be silent. There is too much at risk for all of us. We are fortunate to have [Katonah-Lewisboro Superintendent] Andrew Selesnick leading our district. He should be applauded for his thoughtful and consistent leadership.
When is an “F” rating something a voter needs to see? When it’s a rating from the NRA. We do not need a gun extremist like Rob Astorino in our state Senate. He has accepted thousands of dollars from the NRA, a Trumpian assemblage that puts its agenda ahead of the safety of our community and …
I am writing to endorse Richard Sklarin for the Lewisboro Town Board.
I am writing to urge your readers to get out and vote on Nov. 3 for the election of John A. Pappalardo as Lewisboro Town Judge. As a current member of the Lewisboro Town Board, I have worked side-by-side with John on a number of issues that are critical to our town, most notably infrastructu…
Republican Andrea Rendo stands with Republican Rob Astorino, who stands squarely with Donald Trump. On Nov. 3, I will choose decency, integrity and progress and vote for Row A Democrats, from Joe Biden and Pete Harckham right through to Richard Sklarin.
I am writing this letter to urge Lewisboro residents to vote John Pappalardo for town justice. John has the experience, intellect and personality to make him a well-respected judge. John, a longtime resident of Lewisboro, actively participated in the community, including as an officer for th…
Some years ago, when I was serving as chair of the Lewisboro Housing Committee, Rich Sklarin was appointed as a new member. It was quickly apparent that we had gained someone who: listened respectfully to fellow members’ ideas and worked collaboratively; took care to inform himself carefully…
Thank you to the Pound Ridge Police Department and state police for their kind assistance and help in a recent situation that had a happy ending. They were most courteous and professional in offering their assistance.
Twenty-five years ago, my husband and I moved to Lewisboro because it was, and still is, a quiet, slow, and relaxed town with a beautiful spaciousness that makes the outdoor activities we cherish even more serene. It was a town we could see ourselves raising children in, with a quality educa…
