Councilwoman clarifies position on tax hikes
      In the June 5 edition of the Suburban, Mike Acker inaccurately quoted me in his article, "Council looks for ways to lower 13 cent hike." I would like the residents of Sayreville to understand and know that it is not my belief or intent that "in the past few years, taxes should have gone up to pro...
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Motor-vehicle stops keep roads safe
      In a letter praising the professionalism and commitment of the Old Bridge Police Department ("In Praise of Those Who Protect and Serve in Old Bridge," Suburban, May 1) Scott Forman made a disingenuous statement. No one can question the integrity of not only the Old Bridge police, but of the police...
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Flag touches, inspires, speaks to Americans
      Flag Day is June 14, and as we take time to behold the beauty of this red, white and blue symbol of our nation, I am reminded of how the warmth of that torch can touch each of us as individuals, as family and as a nation. It touches us and calls out to us. Franklin K.
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Police must beef up patrols, make parks safer for residents
      The dictionary definition of a park is: "An area of land set aside for public use, as: A piece of land with few or no buildings within or adjoining a town, maintained for recreational and ornamental purposes. A landscaped city square. A large tract of rural land kept in its natural state and usual...
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Why stop at Middlesex when removing the 'sex'?
      With reference to Taj Ahmad's letter to the editor ("Suggests Taking the 'Sex' Out of Middlesex County' ") that appeared in the May 8 issue of the Suburban, I agree completely.
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Owners warned to keep pets safe from thieves
      Members of the Domestic Companion Animal Council have seen an alarming rise in dog thefts in recent months and warn pet owners to be vigilant. In the first three months of 2008, the American Kennel Club has tracked more than 30 thefts from news and customer reports, versus only 10 for all of 2007...
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