Letters to the Editor
Letters Policy. The Press encourages letters as a means for readers to share opinions and feedback about local and regional news and events. However, letters will not be published if they include profane, obscene language or if they promote, foster or perpetuate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation. Letters must not exceed 275 words. Letters must include the writer’s full name, hometown and daytime phone number (not for publication) or they will not be published. Please submit letters to: [email protected], or mail to Readers Write, The Press, 215 N. Second St., Coeur d’Alene, ID 83816.
OPINION: Just like everyone else, Idaho’s Attorney General must comply with the law
Three years ago, I joined five other former Idaho Attorneys General in describing that important position as “the …
CLAUS: Mr. and Mrs. bid adieu
Because people keep asking us, "Why did you and your wife decide not to do the Holiday in Lights Claus's this year?" we would like you to print this:
OPINIONS: Here's one for McEuen
Thank you for this opportunity, The Press, to voice my opinion and others' as well. I was born and raised here 71 years ago - I live in downtown Coeur d'Alene.
ONLINE: Tips to avoid problems
I work for an online company. We take orders via our website and on the phone, and as a consumer and Christmas coming, I would like to let your readers know about some online precautions to take.
REQUEST: Avista answers the call
Thank you Avista! You brought back my 70-year-old pole in stove lengths. I knew you would. Happy holidays!
RETIREMENT: More like a Ponzi scheme
Once upon a time three liberal government officials (I'll call them F, D and R) schemed to develop a plan with several characteristics. F insisted that the plan redistribute wealth. D argued that it had to have the…
GRIZZLIES: Goal was already met
On Nov. 22, the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's 2007 decision to remove federal protection from grizzly bears in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem which includes nort…
WOLVES: A different pack
WOW. As I saw the pictures of wolves brought into our local elementary school I thought man, looks like the LEFT has taken over our schools in regards to the wolf hunting issue. Supposedly you gave facts for and ag…
MORMON: Try it on, Mr. Cliff
Hi Robert, caught your letter in Sunday's Readers Write. I have been in the American Legion for about 19 years. Most of that time I have been the Chaplain. Out of the 11,600 and some members in the great state of I…
SHOPPING: Local is best way to go
All around our area you will find towns that are home to independent businesses or restaurants. We are the places you go when you want to feel at home.
CDA: Follow own plan - and advice
In regard to Deanna Goodlander's My Turn Nov. 12, let me quote your last paragraph. "It's easy to say no ... it costs too much ... it needs to be voted on ... I don't want to pay for it. The same people, the same w…
BUSINESS: Invite to downtown CDA
We at Velvet Hanger, a mother and daughter small business, are proud to be a part of the downtown Coeur d'Alene shopping experience. We live, work and enjoy our free time in Coeur d'Alene.
LETTER: Press 'hits the bottom'
In all due respect, can you justify your intentions or values in printing the letter from Cecil Kelly III on Wednesday, Nov. 16? Aside from the fact that he did not write in sentences, is it of interest to the comm…
HAYDEN: Holiday parade is Dec. 3
The city of Hayden will hold its 6th annual "Hayden Lights" Parade and Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Hayden City Park, 8930 N. Government Way on Saturday, Dec. 3. We invite the public to enjoy this tremendous…
ELECTION: Voting speaks the loudest
It was very surprising and disappointing to me when the recent voting turnout percentage was 29 percent. The remaining 71 percent of registered voters in Coeur d'Alene that didn't make the effort to vote on City Co…
Launching leadership
Consider a possible day in your life: Someone teaches your child; someone flies your airplane; someone plays your favorite piece of music; someone refills your prescription; someone drives a fire engine to your hom…