Many years ago I spent some time in Haiti. Then it was a poor country, destitute, poverty-stricken, crime-ridden, corruption running rampart. Ten per cent ruling class, 90 percent in tragic straits close to starvation, on a daily basis. Schooling was unknown. Now, all of a sudden the whole world has discovered Haiti. Hollywood has had a two-hour telethon; American troops are moving in with aid. Why, even the Arabs are sending supplies. America's churches are asking for donations, retail outlets have boxes out for donations, TV and radio have addresses for donations. Are you getting the picture yet? ...more

January 28, 2010

Richie Dellasso has had it up to here with the property across the street from his house. ...more

August 22, 2008

Code Enforcement officials have more cash to tackle the overgrown lawns of vacant homes, but they have a request for frustrated neighbors: Be patient. ...more

August 22, 2008

Spend 'Off' Day Home Regarding "Stay Home On Fridays" (Our Opinion, June 15): ...more

June 18, 2008