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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 However, letters will not be published if they include profane, obscene language or if they promote, foster or perpetuate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender,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 Letters must include the writer’s full name, hometown and daytime phone number (not for publication) or they will not be published.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.

Updated 1 year, 4 months ago

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 …

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
KROC: Share and share alike

I would strongly disagree with Eric Peterson’s recent letter about the Kroc pool times. I have been swimming at the Kroc since it opened. I swim when my kids are at swim practice with CAST. I have never had any tro…

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
PAPPAS: He's in too deep

Regarding the My Turn column by Jimmy Pappas on Nov. 27, I can only assume that Jimmy has finally gone ‘round the bend. He has the unbelievable gall to refer to Doug Miller’s excellent column as “scathing” only to …

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
GRINCH: Can't grin and bear it

Another sad theft story. Thursday night someone stole my lighted polar bear. He is about 2 feet tall and has a jaunty little Santa hat. If you see him in someone’s yard at night and he is not lit, he is my bear as …

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
POEM: The value of a true friend

In the lands of money

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
ART: Testament to wasted funds

“Umbrellas Gracilis” is what the sculpture on the Fourth Street and Kathleen roundabout is called. I’d call it the Fourth Street Folly. It will be an everlasting monument to the Coeur d’Alene City Council’s waste o…

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
GOVERNOR: Ours is the real deal

On Thursday, October 17, 2013, I boarded a crowded, noisy Southwest flight from Boise to Las Vegas. The flight was completely sold out and it was uncomfortable, so I was surprised to see Idaho’s Governor, Butch Ott…

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
THANKS: Blessings flow on reflection

At this time of the year when one might begin to contemplate the things for which they are thankful for, I have begun to count my blessings and in the tally found that they are many.

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
BORAH: Hats off to these kids

BORAH: Hats off to these kids

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
OTTERS: Giving thanks for event

Thanks to Governor and First Lady Otter and the whole ensemble of “Hymns of Thanksgiving” for an enjoyable, uplifting, Thanksgiving evening. We should all join them in giving thanks to God for all of the blessings …

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
ART: Tribute to wise city planning

What a delightful surprise, coming upon the cheery umbrella-like flower sculpture in the Kathleen and Fourth roundabout on a gray winter morning! What a colorful and fun choice to plant these “flowers” so near the …

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
TAXES: Take toll on Cd'A seniors

The letter said “Merry Christmas and Seasons greetings from your Kootenai County Treasurer’s Office.” Not so sure.

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
ART: It can't trump the basics

This is in response to the “Readers Write” page of last Sunday’s paper. It’s about the “sculpture” that’s in the middle of the roundabout on Fourth and Kathleen. I couldn’t believe it when I saw it, crazy. Ms. Cutl…

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
CHRISTMAS: Don't forget the savior

Dear Jesus,

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
SPORTS: Score one for Northwest

In the Pacific Northwest we have three states: Washington, Oregon and Idaho. We also have three sports: Football, baseball and basketball. Who cares about villanohoo back east. Let’s have more college scores from t…

Updated 12 years, 10 months ago
WRITER: Attack mode doesn't fly

Why is it if you disagree with a Democrat they go into attack mode? Right wing hypocrisy — ruthless contempt for the poor — tea party supremacists — pathetic hypocrites — and the list goes on …