A variance for the opening of a warming shelter at the former St. Bernard Parish Center has been tabled because of residential objections. I am deeply saddened. The warming shelter would provide a safe structure for those who are less fortunate. It would provide an environment where they could ...

We live in a time when newspapers are more desperately needed than ever. As a news story wends its way through its circuitous route toward publication, it passes through various filters. The first of these strainers is the writer, who gathers, organizes and verifies the most critical pieces ...

In 1979, President Jimmy Carter installed solar panels on the White House as a model for what can be done to lessen our dependence on fossil fuels as a major source of energy for our country and our planet. At the unveiling ceremony, he challenged us with these words: “A generation from now, ...

On Tuesday, Dec. 12, congressional Republicans cold-shouldered Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The Ukrainian president came to Washington, D.C. seeking a new aid package for its war with Russia. GOP legislators were not impressed. “Too expensive,” some said. “Security on America’s southern border ...

I love Alpena. We moved here over eight years ago and made it our home. We take pride in where we live. Most of the time. I don’t know when respect for others, kindness, and politeness went out of fashion to make way for the behavior and language I’ve seen on Facebook posts about ...

This is the time of year when many celebrate the birth of Christos, but what have we learned from the promise of peace on Earth, goodwill to men? Not much. Our country is beset by stifling negativity, violence, and incivility. Leaders are caught up in vicious attacks on one another in ...