Editor, OBSERVER: Given the unsettled political landscape, maybe it’s time to consider a second American Revolution. Both parties offer seriously flawed candidates — regardless of who wins we’ll be faced with major challenges. Among them, border security, NATO membership, support for ...

‘Gutter politics’ helps feed fear Editor, OBSERVER: I find it deeply disturbing that a recent commentary writer would insinuate that the Donald Trump rally was the reason for the murder of firefighter Corey Comperatore! The cause of his death was gross incompetence and carelessness ...

State ignoring plight of officers Editor, OBSERVER: The hard-working men and women who work in the New York state Corrections system have given their all. Due to the recruitment shortage and poor public policy nobody wants to start a career in corrections. Recently, these officers ...

Smooth work by councilwoman Editor, OBSERVER: It is so nice to now cross the railroad tracks on Route 60 without having to drive to the edge of the road. Kudos to Councilwoman Nancy Nichols for getting the ball rolling. She put in a lot of hours working with CSX in 2023. She was able to ...

Tree project needs support of city Editor, OBSERVER: Has Dunkirk Mayor Kate Wdowiasz not seen the forest for the Tree For Thee project? What happened to the mayor’s inaugural promise to embrace “fresh ideas” and “work together for the common good?” Why aren’t all the trees in ...

Helpful attitudes at drop-off event Editor, OBSERVER: We wanted to thank all involved in the Chautauqua County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Day at the Lucas Avenue Barns in Dunkirk on June 8. It was very well run and organized. All were pleasant, helpful and efficient. Many ...