Letters to the Editor
O’Neill can stop warehouse
In response to the Northeast Times’ article, “Somerton Civic, O’Neill clash on warehouse project,” published on Nov. 20:
I found several aspects of your article about Somerton Civic Association meeting to be...
Masterman trio: We like Kevin Boyle’s support of public education, gun control
Kevin J. Boyle is a Democratic state representative from the 172nd Legislative District, covering Northeast Philadelphia and Montgomery County. He was elected to the House of Representatives in 2010. Boyle has acted strongly on...
Masterman student: Solomon doing fantastic job, but more focus needed on immigration
In a “small-big city” like Philadelphia, we are not strangers to diversity, poverty or flaws in our education system. No community is perfect. These are concerns that plague the minds of many Philadelphia citizens,...
Masterman senior: Fitzgerald right on gun issues
By Amal Mathew
Democrat Isabella Fitzgerald is the state representative for the 203rd Legislative District. She focuses on many issues that affect the whole community. She fights for all those who are struggling to survive...
Masterman students: For the most part, Neilson represents the Northeast well
Over his four years representing the 174th Legislative District, state Rep. Ed Neilson has served his constituents well.
One particular issue of importance to us is the welfare of the LGBTQ+ community. Through House Bill...
Eagles still have hope
As long as the Eagles have a chance to win the NFC East, head coach Doug Pederson is going to stress the positives. He is fully aware of the way the fan base feels...
Letters to the Editor
Educate on climate change
Do you think you’re affected by climate change in your everyday life? Most will say no, but the answer is that everyone is affected. Climate change refers to any change in...
Letters to the Editor
Apply to be a crossing guard
The 15th Police District has 107 school crossing guard posts, of which 21 posts have recently been unfilled. Among the intersections that lack a guard is Large and Wakeling,...
Murt: Revenge porn laws might need to be strengthened
By State Rep. Tom Murt
Through recent advances in technology, individuals have the opportunity to easily document and distribute information about themselves, family members, loved ones and those within their social network. This accessibility to...
Letters to the Editor
Didn’t vote? Can’t complain
Brian O’Neill won reelection to start his 41st year serving City Council’s 10th District with 55 percent of the vote. Impressive victory? Let’s do the math. Turnout was around 30 percent;...