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Letter to the Editor: How Running for Office Strengthens Your Community — Win or Lose

Over the past few months, I’ve talked with people from all across Delaware County who would make wonderful candidates for town supervisor and I keep hearing the same thing: “I just don’t think … more

Letter to the Editor: Rate Hikes and Rebuttals: A Resident Challenges the Utility Narrative

Based on what I read in the 4/2 Reporter article (“High rates, hard truths: NYSEG Reps answer questions, explain billing, offer guidance”), it appears that this was a typical NYSEG event whose … more

Letter to the Editor: A Demand for Reform in New York’s Insurance System

New Yorkers pay some of the highest auto insurance rates in the country, with the average driver paying over $4,000 a year -- $1,500 over the national average – an unbelievable amount and result of … more

Letter to the Editor: Rule of Law or Selective Sympathy?

Re the letter, pg 13, The Reporter , 4/9/26: “Support the NY For Criminals Act” There, I’ve corrected the title. 1911.8 USC 1325, 1326 declares illegal entry into the US a crime. … more

Letter to the Editor: The Job So Few Are Running For — And Why You Should Consider It

There are 15 town supervisor seats up for election this year in Delaware County. In 2025, only four of seventeen town supervisor races had more than one candidate. There are no doubt many reasons … more

Letter to the Editor: Support the NY For All Act

Last week five people were picked top by ICE right here in Delaware County. Since Donald Trump has taken office, ICE, the most well-funded federal law enforcement agency, has been wreaking havoc … more

Letter to the Editor: High Bills, Higher Irony: Who’s Really Responsible?

I received an email from Congressman Riley the other day seeking to blame the high cost of electricity and heat on NYSE&G and its foreign owners. I had to ask myself whether he was living in an … more

Letter to the Editor: Love The Country Road You Live On? It May Not Be Yours For Much Longer

I have lived on Upper East Side Brook Road for 20 years. It was my great good fortune when I was riding my bike in 2004 and saw this house was for sale. It was the perfect place to retire. My parents … more

Letter to the Editor: If It Isn’t Broken: A Resident Pushes Back on Calls for Change

I was intrigued by a couple of Ms. Antin’s letters. As a life-long resident I’ve seen numerous town Supervisors and councilpersons voted out of office. It’s kind of a novel concept, but it only … more

Letter to the Editor: Who Will Run? The Cost of Leaving Local Office Uncontested

Democracy doesn’t collapse all at once. It fades - quietly, gradually, in town halls and meeting rooms where fewer and fewer people are willing to stand up and say: I’ll serve. In Delaware … more

Letter to the Editor: Before Asking Local Landlords, SUNY Delhi Should Look Inward

After reading the recent story about SUNY Delhi’s housing situation, along with the social media post encouraging local landlords to list available rentals, I felt compelled to put some of the … more

Letter to the Editor: Our Towns Need New Voices: A Case for Running for Supervisor

Whatever else divides us, there is one thing Delaware County residents tend to agree on: this place is special. The views from the hilltops, the rhythms of small-town life, the neighbors who show up … more
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