Letters to the Editor

The April 25, 2025, edition of the Gazette carried a news story about CGH employees seeking the city’s support in negotiating with the hospital’s administration.  

Millions of lives – the lives of people who would have been my classmates, coworkers, and friends – were cut short because of the reality of abortion, a mass tragedy.

"The lead-line water service program offered by the city of Crystal Lake was perfect," Mike Frett of Crystal Lake wrote in a letter to the editor.

"With a new pope elected who is not conservative, I highly doubt there was much rejoicing in Catholic churches in McHenry County," Ronald Lovatt of Crystal Lake wrote in a letter to the editor.

"One of our greatest fears. Knowing all our hard work falls on deaf ears. Or maybe we believe that there will be one. A shining star who thinks learning is fun," Gina Bilinski of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"Now what I, and I’m sure other readers, would like to see is an article on what EXACTLY the schools did with the portion of the $5.6 million taxpayer money they’ve already used," Linda Yackle of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

"No one’s perfect, but people need to be as pleasant as possible while out in public and at the workplace," Travis Hafford of Lake in the Hills writes in a letter to the editor.

"Shuffling non-critical patients back and forth in a ”hub formation” is not a blessing," Peg Reagan, a Citizens for Healthcare in Ottawa member, writes in a letter to the editor.

"Nurses are the backbone of our health care system, consistently going above and beyond to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and their families," Kara Sankey of Mercyhealth writes in a letter to the editor.

"My brother is one of 79 million Americans, one in five that rely on Medicaid. What will happen to all of these people if Medicaid is cut?" Nora Fox Handler of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.

Nearly 18,000 children live in foster care in Illinois.

"I would just like to send a thank you to the medical mission to Jamaica," Patrick “Babe” Turner of Port Antonio, Jamaica, a Cary-Grove graduate, writes in a letter to the editor.

"There is a need to elect more officials who have great integrity and honesty so that such a law could be passed that would help stop corruption," Norman Jones of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

"Can anybody guess why these drugs went up so much in only three months??" Chuck Berndt of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

May is Motorcycle Awareness Month.

As an obstetrician and gynecologist, I have always recognized the importance of Medicaid.  

"Stuck behind [a delivery truck] waiting to get around, sometimes five minutes or so, makes a great Tums commercial," Nancy Fike of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"After reading Terry Trobiani’s letter concerning the Social Security system, I felt I had to share my experience," Debra Gummerson of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

"It was a cool spring morning as I made my way to my first Trump protest in Algonquin. I had no idea how many would turn out," Randy Parmec of Algonquin writes in a letter to the editor.

"In light of the recent fire deaths of three small brothers in Carpentersville, please check your safety exit windows and the grates covering the window wells," Julie Jette of Cary writes in a letter to the editor.

"Trustees should be a check on the bureaucracy – skeptics, not cheerleaders," Steve Willson of Huntley writes in a letter to the editor.

I would like to bring to the attention of our local veterans an important change regarding access to the MyHealthEVet website.

I write as someone who grew up in Dixon Public Schools to parents with union jobs in a community with strong union history and ties.

Once again, I am seeking information on Vietnam veterans from the Sauk Valley that we lost in the Vietnam War.

"I previously worked with Bobbi and admire her independent approach to issues with the City of McHenry," retiring Ward 1 Alderman Vic Santi writes in a letter to the editor.

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"I must clearly warn you this will be difficult, but well worth it," Daniel Malecki of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

"I hope some of you out there aren’t in dire need of help with this office. I personally have called the office number 11 times," Terry Trobiani of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

"The school board has control of the education of our youth and the majority of our property taxes. Learn about the candidates and choose wisely!" Kimberly Skaja of Union writes in a letter to the editor.

"If you live in Nunda, Mike Lesperance is the man you need for highway commissioner," Deb Naughton of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

A reader's letter on the Geneva mayoral race.

"It is my sincere hope that Mark [Kownick] will continue his work for as long as he is willing," Jack Schaffer of Cary writes in a letter to the editor.

"Frank McClatchey is a livelong friend as we both grew up in McHenry. I know through many conversations that he would be the best choice for alderman of the 3rd Ward," Kent Thomas of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"I have known Frank McClatchey since we were kids growing up in McHenry," Lolly Meyer of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"As a lifelong resident of Crystal Lake, Devon is a proven leader with a deep commitment to our community and a prudent vision for strengthening our schools now and into the future," Michael K. Smith of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.

As lifelong residents of Dixon Township, we proudly ask for your vote to retain and reelect Corey Reuter, Dixon Township commissioner, and allow him to continue an outstanding job.

"Devon’s personal and professional skills, along with her role as a parent in the district, make her an ideal candidate," Ryan P. Farrell of Lakewood writes in a letter to the editor.

"As Coral Township’s election is nearing on April 1, I want to share my experience with Cindy Rafkind, an exceptional candidate for trustee," Leonard Haluch of Huntley writes in a letter to the editor.

"Heather is committed to running the Marengo Township office in an efficient and frugal manner while providing taxpayers the most bang for their buck," Steven L. Weskerna of Tomahawk, Wisconsin, writes in a letter to the editor.

"Renee Hill, a Coral Township trustee candidate, has been a strong advocate for all township residents for the past four years," Kathleen Carr of Marengo writes in a letter to the editor.

A letter against the Kane County sales tax referendum.

"I admire anyone who is willing to run for public office and anyone who is willing to serve, but right now, for the future of our community and our quality of life, I urge you to support these four candidates," Sue Low Meyer of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.

"I have been very impressed over the years by the sound fiscal management of the current board, including the incredible exterior sports complex recently completed WITHOUT raising our taxes," Mark Majercik of Johnsburg writes in a letter to the editor.