Letters to the Editor

Dear Editor: A year ago, I wrote a letter to the editor proposing to bring back the W&OD as a commuter rail line. I received a wave of public support, getting emails from people across the region who loved the project. I worked alongside them to build NOVA-TRAC, a group that would be a voice…

Dear Editor: As a long-time supporter of Blue Ridge Hospice—a 501(c)(3) nonprofit to which I have dedicated both time and financial resources—I was deeply disheartened to learn that the organization sponsored a political social event, on October 4 in Winchester. The event was entirely unrelated to its mission. This organization is a truly amazing end…

Dear Editor, I agree with Les Starck’s position regarding the bridge on Beaverdam Bridge Road, and his concern that a proposal to abandon the right of way there would deny the public access to a road that people have used and enjoyed for years. (Letters, Oct. 30) The county’s scenic gravel roads are a major…

Dear Editor: The night sky over North America has been growing brighter by about 10% each year. The DMV, including Loudoun, is the most light-polluted region of the country, with more than 200,000 times the artificial light of America’s naturally dark night skies.  Scientists predict that in 20 years, no stars will be visible here at…

Dear Editor: Here is my letter to the editor about the top priorities our President Elect and his Cabinet Officials should do right away to Make America Great Again: Stop birthright citizenship and birth tourism. Stop creating “anchor babies.”   No public assistance for illegal immigrants. Stop “Catch and Release.” Detain and deport all illegal…

Dear Editor: I had the privilege of attending a Mercer Middle School (MMS) re-naming committee meeting last week at MMS. I was aware of MMS’ rich 20-year history of academic accomplishment and service. Many people have told me of the dedicated teachers and staff who make this school a true beacon of love and learning…

Dear Editor: The night sky over North America has been growing brighter by about 10% each year. The DMV, including Loudoun, is the most light-polluted region of the country, with more than 200,000 times theartificial light of America’s naturally dark night skies. Scientists predict that in 20 years, no stars will bevisible here at night.  Light…

Dear Editor: I would like to address the need for the county to encourage VDOT to repair and reopen the Beaverdam Creek bridge on Beaverdam Bridge Road. The closure of the bridge has encouraged a land owner to seek VDOT’s abandonment of the road easement VDOT has with the land owner. If vacated, loss of…