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Letters to the Editor
By JOHN FX KEANE AND KATHLEEN DOLAN
November 29, 2023
Now that the 2023 election results are certified, we want to express our deep appreciation for all the enthusiastic support we received during this year’s campaign for New Providence Borough Council. From the day we both agreed to run this year, we were in lock-step agreement that there needs to be ...
When I was Mayor of Chatham Township I made a concerted effort to increase the awareness of mental illness and suicide prevention. My interest in doing so stemmed from my early days on the Township Committee when I learned of a young father in town who died by suicide. This past September we ...
Thank you. We are incredibly grateful for the support and trust placed in us by the community. Throughout the campaign, we have had the opportunity to connect with so many incredible residents who are passionate about our Borough and love it as much as we do. As elected representatives, we are ...
I have the distinct honor and privilege of working alongside Councilwoman Nadine Geoffroy and Councilwoman Lisa McKnight, who are both passionately and selflessly serving our community. In addition to being outstanding contributing members of our New Providence Borough Council, both are fiscal ...
Dear Neighbors, In the quiet comfort of our Borough, it is easy to overlook the vitality that fresh leadership could bring. Our local governance, long unchallenged, has indeed provided us with stability. But as a dedicated resident, I believe that our community’s true promise lies not in the ...
Nadine Geoffroy and Lisa McKnight are the best choice for New Providence Borough Council. I have known both Nadine and Lisa personally for years... Nadine, since our children were in grammar school at Salt Book (running Book Fairs were my personal favorite PTA events with her); Lisa, since our ...
Certainly there are many things going on around the world, within our country or around New Jersey and even going on within Union County. But make no mistake, the upcoming election for New Providence Borough Council isn’t about political parties or national or state affiliation…it’s only about New ...
Like many New Providence residents over the past fifty years, I am sure a number of you are poised to vote Column B as a matter of course and reelect our incumbent council members. However, I am asking you to pause a moment before making that decision and consider our two democratic candidates, ...
Service and leadership – the core principles that drive Nadine Geoffroy and Lisa McKnight. They consistently prioritize the well-being of our town and its residents. I've had the privilege of knowing both of these remarkable women for many years, during which I've come to deeply respect and admire ...
I cannot more wholeheartedly endorse Councilwomen Nadine Geoffroy and Lisa McKnight for re-election to our Borough Council. They represent us so honorably, and are shining examples of women in leadership positions. They have done so much for our community. Their heart is always in the right place.
I am fully aware and respect the rules of this platform, so I will keep this positive. We have been honest and vocal about our challenges living here in NP. It is my opinion, that there could be and should be additional ordinances to protect our right to peace and quiet, so that we can have ...
Signs of the remarkable progress New Providence has made in recent years abound as it looks confidently toward a bright future. There is an unmistakable energy in the air, as evidenced by a bustling, vibrant downtown with new stores and restaurants, with a balanced mix of national chains and ...
As we approach election day, here, in New Providence, I took time to read as much as I could about the 2 council incumbents as well as the 2 new candidates. I also gained knowledge from watching televised council meetings. Typically, I was very impressed with the professionalism, sincerity, and ...
I’ve had the privilege to serve on the New Providence Borough Council for almost one year and found it extremely rewarding. Since moving to New Providence 18 years ago, the town has grown and flourished on many different levels. Downtown businesses are full, our schools are always ranked high, ...
I have had the pleasure of working alongside Councilwoman Nadine Geoffroy for the last 5 years as she finishes up her 6th year on Council and Councilwoman Lisa McKnight for the last 3 years. It is without question that they are both the most experienced and most qualified candidates in the ...
I am writing to express my support for Nadine and Lisa for re-election to borough Council. I have been a resident of New Providence for the last 22 years. I have spent 15 years as a member of the Board Of Health and have served as President and currently Vice President. During that time Nadine ...
When evaluating candidates for Borough Council, I believe it is important that one consider factors such as: the skill sets that the candidate possesses, level of experience, demonstrated commitment and connection to the community and their character. In addition, it is important for the candidate ...
I am proud to express my support for the re-election of Nadine and Lisa for New Providence Borough Council. My family and I are proud to call New Providence home since moving from Brooklyn seven years ago. We wanted to give our children an excellent quality of life and have found that in New ...
It is an honor and a privilege to be elected to serve on your hometown’s Borough Council. During a 3-year term, a member of the Borough Council has the opportunity to positively lead, influence and improve their community. Nadine Geoffroy and Lisa McKnight have definitely accomplished these ...
I attended the New Providence Candidates’ Forum held on October 17, 2023. After hearing comments raised by one of the candidates regarding Affordable Housing, I feel that it might be helpful to set forth some facts concerning the Borough’s Affordable Housing Plan to correct any misperceptions that ...
Dear readers, Come election time, we objectively cover the campaigns for public office, enabling all candidates to have a level playing field and have their platforms heard. In addition, we provide for candidates to pay a nominal fee to have statements from them published on an ongoing ...
The Candidate Forum for New Providence Borough Council was held Tuesday, October 17. Three of the four candidates were present and had the opportunity to make introductory and closing statements and respond to six questions. By the end of the evening, I felt that the candidates had the ...
On October 17th, I attended the Candidate Forum featuring three of the four candidates for the New Providence Borough Council in this upcoming election. Unfortunately, one of the candidates, John FX Keane was unable to attend due to illness. John’s running mate, Kathleen Dolan distinguished herself ...
Dear Editor: It is an honor and a pleasure to provide a letter of recommendation for Councilwoman Lisa McKnight. I have known Lisa through a nine-year long affiliation with the Community Service Association of New Providence (“CSA”). As the President of the CSA and later as a Board member, Lisa ...
I write in support of Lisa McKnight and Nadine Geoffroy for New Providence Borough Council and ask that people vote for them in the November 7 election. Lisa and Nadine are extremely qualified individuals and the right choices for the job. Nadine has been on the Borough Council for 5 years and ...
Once again, we have entered a New Providence Council campaign with the candidates touting their dedication to our town, their volunteer experience and how wonderful they are going to make the town. We have the usual pledge to control taxes, improve participation, make recreation a priority and ...
Dear Editor: When I was Mayor of Chatham Township I made a concerted effort to increase the awareness of mental illness and suicide prevention. My interest in doing so stemmed from my early days on the Township Committee when I learned of a young father in town who died by suicide. Over the ...
I am writing to share my heartfelt gratitude and enthusiasm regarding my recent participation in the Union County Women Mean Business event held on June 13th. This annual summit provided an incredible platform for women from diverse backgrounds to connect, learn, and be inspired. The Union ...
When I vote for future Borough Council members, I look for three attributes: the ability to work with our all-Republican Council, a person with work experience that will help with Borough issues, and a committed volunteer. When I think of that person, the finest example is Democrat, John FX ...
To The Editor: I am writing to express my support for Kathleen Dolan and John FX Keane, candidates for New Providence Borough Council 2023. I have known and worked in the community with Kathleen and John for over twenty years in numerous capacities, within our schools, the NP Soccer Club, local ...
