Maybe It’s Time To Look At A New Plan

February 10, 2020

To The Reader’s Forum: It’s obvious now that the Impeachment process envisioned by our Framers doesn’t work. Congressmen and Senators all voted, in both the House and Senate, whichever way would get them reelected. From the day they are first elected, all politicians think about is getting reelected. It would be pretty naive to think they care about right or wrong, the truth, or what’s good for the country. So, here is a suggestion for a new plan that might work better: 1. Abolish the Senate. It’s an archaic institution, set up in colonial times when people felt more ...

The Real Joke In The City Is The Roads

February 7, 2020

To The Reader’s Forum: How wonderful that the National Comedy Center has been nominated for “the best new museum.” It’s too bad that the biggest joke is the roads in Jamestown. It is always the same roads and pot holes that need fixed. If Jamestown wants to make a good impression with tourists, they should focus on the main roads in and out of the city. North Main is terrible. The locals would be happy too! Rebecca Carlsson Falconer

Libraries Are More Than A Warehouse For Books

February 6, 2020

To The Reader’s Forum: If you think that libraries are no longer relevant in the age of Google and Alexa, then you haven’t stood outside of the James Prendergast Libary on a Saturday morning at 9:50. I was there this past Saturday with at least a dozen other people waiting for the doors to open. Libraries are not just a warehouse for books; they are the center of a community. They provide literacy training for children and adults, computer training, access to computers and free WiFi, foreign language instruction, DVDs, CDs, print books and ebooks, newspapers, meeting spaces, tax ...

Cheers To Those In The JCC Performance

February 5, 2020

To The Reader’s Forum: Three cheers for everyone involved in JCC’s production of “La Cage Aux Folles.” The performance I saw was absolutely delightful. There are lots of laughs, and some very tender moments too. Super cast, great orchestra, stunning costumes, especially the wardrobe for Adam Owens, who really knows how to wear a dress, from refined to over-the-top ruffles. I’d love to elaborate but this is a letter, not a review, so, I’ll just say, don’t miss it. It’s wonderful. Susan Ewing Jamestown

JCC Production Is A Delightful Journey

February 4, 2020

To The Reader’s Forum: I happen to be a big fan of the theater. I have been to many performances locally at the Lucille Ball Little Theater and the Scharmann Theater. Our community is very lucky to have such lovely theater venues but also some very impressive talent. I have just returned from seeing “La Cage aux Folles” at the Scharmann and my sides hurt from laughing. It was nothing short of outstanding. Todd Wagner, the director is a very skilled and insightful force that brings this comic relief to life. He struck gold with the duet of Adam Owens and Jim Foley who embrace ...

Slowing Down The Herbicides May Help

January 31, 2020

To The Reader’s Forum: I’m trying to pay attention to what’s going on with the health of Chautauqua Lake. I’m not a biologist or a botanist or an ecologist — I’m just a citizen. What seems crystal clear to me as I try to look at all sides is that weeds in the lake are annoying. But studies of many freshwater lakes have shown that their aggressive removal can cause devastating problems. I agree with Rolland Kidder that the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) needs to fully assess the work that was done by both Princeton Hydro and Racine-Johnson ...