Think Locally, Vote Locally
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- Written by Bart Lidofsky
- Category: Politics
Some of you who looked at the discussion forums may have noticed that the issues groups don't go any further than Bergen County. That was quite on purpose. I have a belief that one of the reasons why national politics is in such a mess is that people are paying so much attention on what is going on across the country or across the world, that they lose sight of what is happening on their own street."
Keep the Change
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- Written by Bart Lidofsky
- Category: Libraries
Everybody who borrows from libraries has had experience with paying fines. I've seen many complain if the fine is even 10 cents more than they figured. Here's a concept: Tell them to keep the change.
It's not that big a deal. Pay in dollars, and say keep the change. As a donation. Or pay with a 5 or a 10. Yes, our tax money goes to our libraries. But it's not enough. Donations are always welcome, even if they're small. And, remember, if 50 people a day give an average of 50 cents a day, that comes to $25/day, or $150 a week ($175 if the library is open on Sunday). That's not an inconsiderable amount of money.
So, once again, next time when you pay a fine, don't haggle over dimes. Say, "Keep the change."
Andiamo Motorcycle Run 2007
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- Written by Bart Lidofsky
- Category: Events
As has happened for the previous 6 years, one of the largest, flashiest, and loudest fundraising events in the area took place on September 17, 2006: The 7th Annual Andiamo Benefit Motorcycle Run.