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Background checks still a gun issue
May 14, 2013 U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin seems determined to gain full Senate approval of updates to federal background check rules for prospective gun buyers. Though the amendment he and Sen. Pat Toomey, R-Pa. more »»
Simple solutions to fighting crime
May 14, 2013 As the City of Warren continues to struggle getting its violence under control with dozens of vacant positions in its cash-strapped safety forces, its leaders should heed the advice issued by many... more »»
Long-term plan needed for casinos
May 13, 2013 Ohioans probably should not be terribly concerned about the substantial dropoff in revenue — and thus, a reduction in tax income for local and state governments — at the state’s four gambling casino... more »»
Group is example of teamwork
May 13, 2013 Industry and environmental groups do not often see eye-to-eye. But a group of companies in the shale oil and gas industry has decided to take its own step toward improved stewardship. more »»
Place ban on traffic cameras
May 12, 2013 The little southwest Ohio town of Elmwood Place, population 2,000, has thrust the law enforcement camera issue back into the spotlight. Hopefully, it will end the practice statewide once and for al. more »»
Voters should reject pot bill
May 12, 2013 No matter what states do, possession of marijuana for recreational use is banned by federal law. And no matter how widespread its illegal use, serious questions remain about its safety. more »»
Orchids & onions
May 11, 2013 ORCHID: To Bloomfield-Mespo High School, Maplewood Middle School and Girard’s Intermediate, Senior and Prospect elementary schools in Trumbull County; and Boardman Robinwood Lane Elementary,... more »»
Bill tough on career criminals
May 10, 2013 Guns really don’t kill people. People do — and perhaps government should be paying more attention to the murderous thugs who threaten our safety. more »»
Don’t cut food bank’s budget
May 10, 2013 State Sen. Capri Cafaro, D-Hubbard, and the rest of the Ohio Senate should not tinker with the Ohio Association of Foodbanks portion of the state budget submitted by Gov. more »»
Out-of-state tuition cut isn’t fair
May 9, 2013 Attending a public university in Ohio could become a lot cheaper for residents of other states if the General Assembly approves a provision in the state budget bill. Doing so would be crazy, howeve. more »»
Mogul’s harsh words ring true
May 9, 2013 It’s unfortunate that the U.S. government and 91 workers at the General Electric Ohio Lamp Plant in Warren proved business tycoon Maurice Taylor correct in his assessment of most union workers. more »»
Ohio Senate should ban Internet cafes
May 8, 2013 Surely Ohio state senators finally have heard enough about so-called ‘‘Internet cafes’’ to agree with a ban on them already approved by the House of Representatives. more »»
Help finish film on WWI veteran
May 8, 2013 One might suppose a documentary about the last American veteran of World War I would arouse enormous interest from those in government with the financial power to support such a project. more »»
Voting today is important exercise
May 7, 2013 It would be easy to skip voting in this election since there are so few contested races and no major issues in most communities. more »»
What a fiasco over $100 bills
May 7, 2013 Printers, especially those doing high-volume jobs requiring special paper and techniques, sometimes encounter challenges that delay production. We’re in the printing business. We understand tha. more »»
Right idea, but wrong strategy
May 6, 2013 U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, has the right idea but the wrong strategy. more »»
Open containers could be trouble
May 6, 2013 Police officers have enough trouble with public intoxication without being told, ‘‘Get lost, cop. I’m allowed to drink on the street. more »»
Curb the EPA’s power to revoke
May 6, 2013 A federal appeals court has reversed a lower court ruling against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in a case with wide-ranging ramifications. more »»
Port leader not making progress
May 5, 2013 When the Western Reserve Port Authority renewed Executive Director Rose Ann DeLeon’s contract for six months, it was because, according to her supports, she had so many deals lined up that the first... more »»
Orchids & onions
May 4, 2013 ORCHID: To the City of Warren and Mayor Doug Franklin for the construction this summer of handicap restrooms at the Kinsman House. The exterior restoration of this historic home is fabulous. more »» |
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