Forgotten Freedom Park in Ottawa Sees Low Use
Preliminary survey shows nearly 60 percent rate Freedom Park as fair to poor and only 5 percent use the small east side park near Don Woodward Community Center. Consultants call it the forgotten park with limited amenities and aging equipment, noting potential as a stormwater site and possible off leash dog park with new funding.
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The Ottawa Herald publishes letters in its Readers Forum where writers claim responsibility for opinions and facts. Readers are invited to respond in the same forum to disagree or dispute the statements presented.
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Nobel Prize Critique of Al Gore Sparks Online Debate
A reader denounces Al Gore and the Nobel Peace Prize, arguing the former vice president tours globally to alarm the public about global warming and questions his impact on peace. The letter labels Gore arrogant, accuses him of pollution, and challenges his recent achievements.
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Opinion on Al Gore and human power beliefs ignites debate
A reader denounces Al Gore as an arrogant partisan, arguing his science is biased and that humanity lacks real power to change the planet. The letter contrasts Gore with Mother Teresa, questions Nobel judgments, and urges humility and better actions for others.
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Subtle shift in Kansas tax credits and HPIP overhang
Kansas lawmakers face a growing argument over unused High Performance Incentive Program credits worth about 400 to 450 million dollars. Businesses want extensions or discounting of expiring credits, while legislators weigh how to handle the overhang without breaking the state budget.
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Ottawa Herald Readers Letters Policy Update
Readers may submit letters of 250 words or less to the Readers' Forum. Include name address and daytime phone number. Letters may be edited for length and clarity. One letter per month per reader. Form letters poems consumer complaints or business testimonials will not be printed.
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