OPINION
Dick Hubert’s Worldview: Thoughts prompted while quarantined in a stateroom in the middle of the ocean
Nothing like being locked up in quarantine, but with internet access, on a ship (the Zuiderdam) far from land to have plenty of time to ponder the state of our society and that of world civilization.
Dick Hubert’s Worldview: Westmed Medical Group’s software problems continue to bedevil patients and their staff
On Nov. 25, 2021, I reported in this space on the software technical fiasco at Westmed, the huge medical group in our area which doubles as everything but a full-scale hospital.
Letter: More development won’t lower property taxes
It seems every week there is another pro-development Letter to the Editor—it’s almost like it is planned and organized. Each letter implies, but never proves, that somehow more development and more residences will lower property taxes. I noticed there are never ever any scientific studies to show how much your …
Letter: A warning about donating to Parkinson’s Foundation
A cousin of mine from another state died at age 80 June 30, 2021 from Parkinson’s disease. The children requested donations to Parkinson’s; we made a donation in her name.
Letter: Grateful to Carver Center and CEO Anne Bradner
I am writing this letter to express my gratitude to the CEO of Port Chester’s Carver Center: Anne Bradner. Over the past two years, our communities have struggled immensely. Throughout this tough period, Carver Center has kept its doors open, supporting, feeding, clothing, and educating the people of Port Chester …
Letter: Port Chester: What kind of community are we? Where are we headed?
In the coming days, Port Chester’s political parties will select their candidates for the transformational March election where all six seats on the Port Chester village board will be filled. Clearly, over the next couple of months, we will be watching as the candidates frame the issues they see confronting …
Letter: Development should support itself just like everyone else must do
Frank Ferrara wrote a letter about the “benefits” the Industrial Development Agency (IDA) brings to Port Chester. The IDA gives mortgage tax exemptions, sales tax exemptions, and tax abatements to developments. His assessment of what the IDA is currently doing leaves many things out.
Letter: Columnist got it wrong about Jan. 6
Once again Dick Hubert proves himself to be the hack reporter that he was...and is. Not only that, he is a history ignoramus.
Letter: Port Chester Historical Society announces scholarship opportunity
The Port Chester Historical Society is once again pleased to announce a $500 scholarship opportunity for a Port Chester High School Class of 2022 graduating senior.
Dick Hubert’s Worldview: Omicron and me, and you, and just about everyone else
Have you gotten infected with COVID since the new Omicron variant started circulating? I ask because, well, misery loves company. And I’m in quarantine. With what I hope is a mild case.
Opinion: Balancing faith and politics: Ct. senator shares with Corpus Christi Holy Rosary School students
Have you ever had the chance to meet with someone important? Someone who works for the greater good? Well, at Corpus Christi Holy Rosary School (CCHRS) in Port Chester, students had the opportunity to meet with someone who does just that.
