Time to stop scapegoating retirees
In the May 21 edition of this paper, in this space, a guest commentary from Sonoma County Taxpayers Association executive director Dan Drummond, appeared under the heading, “Problems with Measure A.” The article took particular, and we feel excessive, aim at county retirees by stating, “Unchecked pensions remain the greatest concern,” basically blaming county obligations to retirees for the condition of the roads, specifically asking, “Is there really any doubt why funding for roads, parks and other services has not kept up with our needs?”
Healdsburg Letters to the Editor, Oct 25
Editor’s note: Due to a high volume of letters, we have set aside extra space. However, we were unable to accommodate all the letters we received through Tuesday morning. They will appear next week.
The First Amendment
Congress shall make no law ... abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press ...
What are you thankful for? Letters from the third grade
Here are some of the things that students in Ms. Flores' third grade class at Alexander Valley School are thankful for...
Arts & Entertainment
A festival of love at local film center
While some 17 films and three “surprise screenings” are spread out over the four-day festival, that obscure majority is outweighed in impact by four classic love stories, including 'Roman Holiday,' 'The Birdcage,' 'Umbrellas of Cherbourg' and none other than Nick Cage and Cher in 'Moonstruck.'














