Letter: God is so good (11/21/2023) - I may sound like a broken record every year, but God is so good. He blesses me each morning. I consider waking up a blessing, some people do not get… …
Letter: What I Am Thankful For (11/21/2023) - Watching a show on TV called, “The Secret,” it gave the idea that your mind controls your destiny. By focusing in a positive way on what you want, if you… …
Letter: Thanks for yesterday, today, forever (11/21/2023) - Yesterday’s memories, oh what a treasure,I’ve seen my days of woe and also days of pleasure.The hard times shaped my life like the smithy shapes the steel,A better soul it… …
Letter: Thank You (11/21/2023) - My thankfulness is a wisp of breeze,The lubrication that gives us ease,That should be shouted, repeated proud,Said to each other, said, gratefully, aloud. Of all the hundreds, three sixty-five,The plethora… …
Letter: For a serene place to live (11/21/2023) - I am thankful to live in Mathews County. A “come-here,” I recently fled the increasing crime, litter, graffiti, and lack of civility in Richmond. In stark contrast, Mathews is serene,… …
Letter: A place for exercise, fun (11/21/2023) - I am grateful for the Riverside Wellness Center. The staff is so friendly and makes everyone feel welcome. Being retired and moving to Gloucester from the Pacific Northwest one a… …
Letter: Protecting us (11/21/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: On behalf of the leadership of Bellamy United Methodist Church, we express our gratitude to all of those in our community who serve to protect and watch over… …
Editorial: Find another way (11/15/2023) - Gloucester voters resoundingly defeated a proposed $39 million bond referendum that would have provided for many needs and amenities in the community … but would also have raised property taxes.… …
Editorial: Last call (11/15/2023) - We certainly hope to hear from many readers in letters on what makes them thankful; but for publication in next week’s paper, we need to hear from you by tomorrow,… …
Letter: Election “Thank you” No. 1: for success at Hayes (11/15/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: To the voters in the Hayes Precinct, I would like to express my appreciation to the following: —The staff at Abingdon Elementary School; —The election officers who ran… …
Letter: Election “Thank you” No. 2: for those who ran (11/15/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: I would like to express my appreciation to all the candidates who ran in the last election. I consider it admirable that they took the time, energy, fortitude… …
Letter: A warning (11/15/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: America is not even remotely prepared for what is coming very soon. We have sacrificed our principles, strengths and faith. We are governed by fools and corruption. We… …
Letter: Attack on the First Amendment (11/15/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: We all expect Congress to honor the Constitution. Sadly, recently it did not. I’m referring to the recent censure of Rashida Tlaib, D-Michigan’s Second District. Rashida had harsh… …
Letter: It isn’t over until the fat lady sings (11/15/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: America is beyond a political solution to the debt problem. With a national debt exceeding $33 trillion, coupled with $17 trillion in household debt, with $15 trillion in… …
Andersen for school board (11/2/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: Gloucester County is an amazing place to grow up for our kids. The schools and staff are wonderful and really care for each student. Troy Andersen, the current… …
Letter: Vote ‘Yes’ on referendum (11/2/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: For the mental and physical health of adults in Gloucester, please vote 'Yes' for an adult recreation area for all people of Gloucester. Rebecca Reed Gloucester, Va. …
Editorial: Evolving democracy (11/1/2023) - Once upon a time, in the United States of America, the beacon of democracy: The vote was mostly limited to white male property owners; by 1828, the property ownership requirement… …
Editorial: What makes you thankful? (11/1/2023) - Thanksgiving, Nov. 23, is three weeks away, and this week we renew our invitation to you, our readers, to let us know the answers to this question: What makes you… …
Letter: Vote ‘Yes’ on referendum (11/1/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: I ask my fellow Gloucester citizens to join me in voting “Yes” for the bond referendum on the ballot. As someone whose Gloucester roots run deep, I believe… …
Letter: On the referendum (11/1/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: This year’s ballot includes a bond referendum that would pay for projects to keep our community safer, renovate for better schools, and improve our parks and recreation. Voting… …
Letter: My reputation (11/1/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: Since mid-September, this paper has published seven articles supporting a “Yes” vote for the upcoming referendum. In addition, the county spent $8,500+ of taxpayers’ money on mailers advocating… …
Letter: Brewer for School Board (11/1/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: I would like to publicly endorse Fred Brewer’s candidacy for the at-large Gloucester County School Board’s vacant position. I have personally and professionally known Fred for over 20… …
Letter: Andersen for School Board (11/1/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: We are supporting Troy Andersen for Gloucester County School Board in this upcoming election. While there are those who would like to distract you from the mission of… …
Letter: For Andersen (11/1/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: I am writing to express my support for Troy Andersen, who is up for School Board reelection in the Gloucester Point district. As a dedicated advocate for our… …
Letter: Uphold true values (11/1/2023) - Editor, Gazette-Journal: The upcoming school board election is not merely about choosing a representative. It’s about deciding the direction and values we wish to instill in our community. My name… …