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In Your Opinion: Please Don’t Replace *The* Sign

By Valerie Juzwiak. I’ve always thought that THE sign in the front yard of a DeMott Lane home only served to indicate the resident’s anger and accomplished nothing else. But now it has attracted someone with as much or more anger who performed a dangerous act.

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In Your Opinion: An Open Letter Of Thanks To Community Over Political Banner

By Michael Steinbruck. This is an open letter to the Franklin Community… with deep appreciation and gratitude.

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In Your Opinion: We All Have The Right To Criticize Government Without Retribution

By Rev. and Mrs. Kashinsky. On the morning of September 7, the party of tolerance and joy revealed their violent hypocrisy in Franklin. A peaceful and loving individual was so triggered by speech they disagreed with that they committed a crime of vandalism and violence in setting fire to private property. We are so thankful to the kind gentleman driving past who rang …

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In Your Opinion: Rein In AI

By Rohan Kalidas. AI is rapidly becoming a problem in the modern world.

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In Your Opinion: Open Letter From Mayor Kramer About DeMott Lane Sign

To the person displaying the sign on the northern portion of DeMott Lane. I understand your First Amendment rights. I have remained publicly quiet, despite receiving numerous calls and emails, so as to not inflame the issue.

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In Your Opinion: Assemblyman Danielsen’s Backpack Drive Underway

By State Assemblyman Joe Danielsen. Last year, we distributed approximately 1,000 backpacks to students across the 17th Legislative District thanks to the friends, neighbors, and members of our community. The demand far exceeded the supply and I ask everyone to join me again this year. My staff and volunteers will be collecting backpacks and school supplies through August 31st.

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In Your Opinion: Learn The Rules Of Public Participation At Zoning Board Meetings

By Bill Connell. Last night (June 20) I attended the Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting regarding the Levin/Kmart property proposal for mixed use housing-retail, similar what is being built on Hamilton Street. Most of the residents who attended were completely unaware that the Zoning Board is a semi-judicial body whose sole purpose is reviewing the applicant’s proposal. The theatrics of …

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In Your Opinion: Response From Bill Connell On Gaza Letter

By Bill Connell. Ted,   

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In Your Opinion: Response To Bill Connell’s Question About Gaza

By Ted Poonawala. Bill, It’s regrettable to see an article presented with such a narrow and singular perspective, especially on matters as profound as the life, death, and survival of a people deeply rooted in their ancestral lands.

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In Your Opinion: What Comes After Gaza Ceasefire?

By Bill Connell. Tonight, I thoughtfully watched the Township Council meeting. A large group of Muslims and Palestinians spoke to the Township Council requesting a resolution for cease fire in Gaza. Compliments to all the kids who got up and spoke. Many adults including me, find speaking intimidating but those kids knocked it out of the park.  Well-done. 

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