Here's a look back at some of the things our readers had to say this week.
Salem Council Lifts Lid on Leaf Blower Debate sharon: seriously ??? Don't we have more pressing issues to talk about besides using a leafblower? gene: It's an issue when your inconsiderate neighbor uses this device every Sunday morning while you are trying to relax. A little consideration goes a long way. Nancy Gilberg: It's also an issue in the larger apartment / condo complexes, where teams of landscapers scour the entire neighborhood once a week for hours. I'd be fine with a spring cleanup, a fall cleanup, and an occasional touch up. Weekly is overkill, it's smelly, it pollutes, is dusty, scares the pets, and disrupts any time outdoors. Mike Lash: Rake and compost. Has bee Working fine for hundreds of years with no ecological impact. …
Here's a look back at some of the things our readers had to say this week.
Dog Poop on the Sidewalk: Is It a Problem in Your Neighborhood? Nancy Gilberg: Chris, this is an unfortunate problem that most neighborhoods have. When you license your dog, not only does the license document say that you are required to pick up after your dog, I believe it also says that you must carry means to pick up (e.g. plastic bag). If I see someone not pick up, I smile and ask if they need a bag. Usually they say yes, thank you. Occasionally someone will angrily respond, "who are you, the poop police?" Lisa Dolloff: No pick up poop -> no license -> no dog. Too harsh, or justified actions? Carolyn Costain: My sister and I walk dogs in North Salem and both of us have pockets full of bags "not that our dogs are big poop heads" but If …
Here's a look back at some of the comments made by our readers this week.
Thankful CinemaSalem Offering Free 'Princess Bride' Screening: ranadavid2002: I am so thankful this theater was saved. It's a staple of our Salem community, and my16 year old son has grown up going there and I'd like him someday to bring his children there. So congrats Salem :) David Sanderson: Great!!! Its a cute theater and a convenient location in the heart of Downtown Salem.... A Look Around Salem's New iTaco: Drew: The guacamole is made to order and the prices are great. A fine addition to the mall. Cwheels: I'm downtown all the time and I would have never know this place existed. Museum Place = Death How Should I Dispose of My Clementine Crates? Mike Lash: I use them as plant flats for the spring seedlings. Better than plastic. …
JOHN CAHILL
9:02 am on Sunday, January 27, 2013
its a free country let them build what they want more ›