http://www.dailyitem.com en-us Copyright CNHI All Rights Reserved. 5 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:47:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_165070016.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_165070016.html An abortion doctor. A security guard at the U.S. Holocaust Museum. And an Army private. George Tiller. Stephen Tyrone Johns. Pvt. William Long. The three men would seem to have little in common. They share a bond -- death by hate. Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:46:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_165070014.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_165070014.html Some people have questioned the value of registering as an independent voter. They point to the fact that independents do not vote in the primaries. Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:46:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_165070011.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_165070011.html After reading the story on snakes in the park, I felt compelled to write. Snakes are very misunderstood creatures. I believe it has something to do with the Bible's reference to them in Genesis as being the creature that talked Eve into eating the apple. Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:45:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_165070005.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_165070005.html It is time to call a spade a spade. Since the first of the year, severely disturbed men in Boston, Maine, Pittsburgh, Connecticut, Kansas and Florida have committed murder in the name of their cause -- as a matter of fact, twice in Florida. Sat, 13 Jun 2009 00:14:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163230005.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163230005.html In the end, Northumberland County President Judge Robert B. Sacavage acted appropriately by releasing three years worth of credit card statements requested by county Commissioner Vinny Clausi. Sat, 13 Jun 2009 00:13:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163230022.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163230022.html I've lived in Sunbury my entire life and remember well the controversial fountain. I also remember the deplorable state of neglect into which it was allowed to fall. Sat, 13 Jun 2009 00:13:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163230016.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163230016.html In response to the recent allegations concerning Pastor Jose Rosa, who has been missing since May 21, our prayers are with his family, his congregation and especially the children's lives that have been marred by these sinful and reckless acts. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:39:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163073149.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163073149.html About the Rails-to-Trails path planned between Mifflinburg and Lewisburg, it might be said: This hike has been hobbled by controversy since its first steps. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:38:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163073119.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163073119.html Tragedy and adversity can bring out the best in people. This was quite apparent when my business was lost to fire this past Tuesday evening at Fetter's Meat Market in Milton. Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:38:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163073116.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_163073116.html I have zero tolerance for child molesters, and here is why: Child molesters are thieves. They rob children of their innocence, their self-esteem and self-worth. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:20:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_162071507.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_162071507.html As a resident of Sunbury, I've been following the story about the proposed alterations to the city park. I do not agree with these at all, except for maybe adding the fountain. The monuments should stay as they are, as they balance both ends of the park. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:20:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_162071504.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_162071504.html A bike helmet program sponsored by Evangelical Community Hospital, civic groups and a local restaurant was laudable for helping parents make sure their children have the protection required by law. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 07:19:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_162071510.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_162071510.html Because nearly all of the 50 states except Pennsylvania have banned the use of live pigeons or animals for target practice, a few Pennsylvania gun clubs have become the killing fields for out-of-state shooters who cannot legally use live animals or birds for target practice in their home states. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 05:11:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_161133025.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_161133025.html The remarkable scholastic athletic careers of Milton's talented quartet of senior softball players ended one game too soon. Thu, 11 Jun 2009 05:10:00 +0000 http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_161133010.html http://www.dailyitem.com/0109_opinion/local_story_161133010.html I read with interest Gina Morton's recent article "Potential recruits failing standards." This article references the fact that retired military leaders are now recognizing what law enforcement has seen for years -- the vast benefits of early childhood education.