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Free speech: Used or abused?
June 22, 2012 One of the great privileges of being an American is the freedom of speech. Unlike most countries of the world, we can still express our views openly, within reason. more »»
Drilling for true prosperity
June 8, 2012 Recently several landowners in the Mahoning Valley received large checks from gas-drilling companies for mineral rights. more »»
Freedom still worth the fight
May 25, 2012 On Sunday afternoon, the Packard Band will perform its first lawn concert of the season in conjunction with Memorial Day. more »»
Needed:?‘Liberated’ mothers
May 11, 2012 As we approach Mother’s Day in Warren and elsewhere, we need to celebrate the unique blessing of motherhood. more »»
‘No fear’ mentality a problem
April 27, 2012 It wasn’t too many years ago that the logo ‘‘No Fear’’ was plastered on clothes items everywher. more »»
Can bad times produce good?
April 13, 2012 Some people see the glass half-empty, while others see it half-full. Perspective is really important. It’s possible to emphasize the hole in the doughnut and never enjoy the doughnut itself. more »»
What happened to ‘accidents?’
March 30, 2012 Why are some people so quick to place blame on others for events that could not have been prevented? Don’t we all have ‘‘accidents,’’ or find ourselves in situations beyond our control? Why are we... more »»
Marvel of sowing and reaping
March 16, 2012 It’s seed time. Farmers are preparing their fields for the coming harvest. I gladly anticipate the locally grown fruits and veggies that will soon appear. more »»
My compass still points north
March 2, 2012 ‘‘There are no absolutes.’’ This is a recurring theme by those who see everything as relevant in the world. more »»
Are we environmentally doomed?
February 17, 2012 According to a recent survey taken by a community action group, Warren should be placed on ‘‘suicide watch. more »»
Have we all abandoned ship?
February 3, 2012 Recently, the Italian cruise ship, Costa Concordia, struck a reef off the coast of the island of Giglio. more »»
Is there no end to Tebowmania?
January 20, 2012 Is the Tebowmania over? I hope so. Denver’s recent crushing defeat at the hands of the fired-up New England Patriots should have silenced the “Tebow Craze. more »»
Inventory in unstable world
January 6, 2012 “2011 ends with 4.0 quake.” So read the headline of last Sunday’s Tribune. The 4.0 magnitude earthquake at 3:04 p.m. (Saturday) shook the Mahoning Valley and jarred area residents. more »»
Reflecting on the Tebow craze
December 23, 2011 In the midst of this Christmas season, there’s been somewhat of a football phenomenon called the Tebow effect. more »»
Christmas and America’s survival
December 9, 2011 As the song says, ‘‘It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas.’’ How delightful it is to witness the display of decorated homes, which offset the evening sk. more »»
Have an attitude of gratitude
November 25, 2011 Happy belated Thanksgiving! I trust the day was special with family and friends, enjoying the traditional turkey feast with all the trimmings. more »»
How behavior affects economy
November 11, 2011 The GOP presidential debates have been replete with issues on health care, national debt and immigratio. more »»
Know the signs of domestic violence
October 28, 2011 DEAR EDITOR: It’s an issue no one wants to talk about: domestic violence. more »»
Take another look at ‘fright night’ traditions
October 28, 2011 ‘‘Yikes,’’ I said, as I turned the corner of an aisle in a local supermarket. I ran face to face into a full-length witch’s costume. more »»
Turbines in Lordstown are worth the effort
October 28, 2011 DEAR EDITOR: Since the installation of the wind turbines in Lordstown this spring, there has been some to-do about whether they are feasible or no. more »»
Life’s fragile, handle with care
October 14, 2011 What are we to say when someone greets you with a “How are you today?” The tendency is to say: “Fine, thank you,” even though we haven’t really checke. more »» |
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