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The environment in which journalists and their communities operate seems to change daily in our present era. Lately, many such changes have left communities in a sort of growing darkness. The … more

To the editor, Waking up in New York is one of the greatest experiences in the world. However, this summer, I woke up to an orange cloud covering the city. The air was hard to breathe, and what … more

To the editor, Inspired by his ridiculous and destructive tariff war with Canada, President Donald Trump has proclaimed that Lake Ontario will now be known as Lake America. The likelihood of any … more

Sept. 11, 2001, remains a defining moment for anyone who lived through it. For some, it is remembered in exact detail — where they were standing, who they were with, what they saw and the … more

The following editorial was originally published in The Riverdale Press Sept. 13, 2001, following the 9/11 attacks. Each person who works at The Riverdale Press got the phone call on Tuesday … more

The following address was given by former President George W. Bush following the 9/11 terror attacks. The Riverdale Press now shares those words once more in remembrance of that tragic day on its … more

Readers of The Riverdale Press may have noticed that the paper has begun running what is known in the industry as a “service journalism” piece each week. The piece appears on page A8 of the paper … more

To the editor: Last week, my sign still said “hands off Medicare Medicaid.” My wife held a new one, “MELT ICE.” Of the other couple, one had the big “Beacons For Democracy” sign, her … more

Running an opinion page for a local paper is no small task. Some weeks, The Press receives very few letters. At other times, we receive more than we are able to run while they remain relevant. … more