We missed you at the polls Nov. 6
      "Democracy is not a fragile flower; still, it needs cultivating." That quote from President Ronald Reagan points to the necessity of ongoing public interest and participation to preserve the Democratic process we enjoy in this country. The abysmally small percentage of registered voters who cast ...
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DRAWING CONCLUSIONS
by Kevin Eastwood
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Writer: remember, for whom the siren tolls
      Dear Editor: I am compelled to write this letter in reference to the article that appeared in the Amityville Record, October 24, Fire Department siren causing alarm with residents. Please note that I am not a member nor have I ever been a member of any fire department or rescue squad.
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PETA: Wants Presidential pardon for all turkeys this year
      Dear Editor: President Bush will only pardon two turkeys this Thanksgiving; approximately 45 million others- who are just as deserving of compassion and respect- are depending on compassionate Americans to grant them their own personal pardons.
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Sometimes you feel like a nut...
     This squirrel is working hard to stock up on his winter food supply. And, he sees his shadow. Does that mean anything? Photo by Joe Turner
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