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Cudell family descendent urges Mayor Bibb to honor donor’s vision for Cudell Commons, keep green space forever
To the editor: Open letter to Mayor Justin Bibb, (Plain Press April 2024) My name is Gail Lundberg. I am a direct descendent of the Cudell family. Please take the time to hear my message re: Cudell Commons. LETTER Frank Cudell was a leading architect in the late 19th century. He devoted his…
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Petition signers urge Cleveland City Council to pass resolution in support of ceasefire in Gaza
To the Editor: Open letter to members of Cleveland City Council; (Plain Press February 2024) The ongoing military occupation and the enduring siege of Gaza stand as defining factors that profoundly shape the daily lives of Palestinians across the world, including in Cleveland. These conditions permeate every aspect of Palestinian existence, casting a long-lasting…
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Open letter urges Mayor Bibb to save Cudell Commons
To the Editor: (Plain Press February 2024) Dear Mayor Bibb and Area Leaders: We are writing to you to voice our concerns about Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s plans to build a new Marion Seltzer Elementary School on what is now parkland at Cudell Commons Park, land that was gifted to the City of Cleveland…
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Reader shares some history of development site at Pearl and Memphis
(Plain Press December 2023) To the Editor: The Old Brooklyn Community Development Corporation (OBCDC) has been trying to put together a mega revitalization project at the northwest corner of Memphis Ave. and Pearl Rd. on the site of the current Greenline building and the former St. Luke’s United Church of Christ building. When the…
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Reader corrects mistake – should be doula group not Abdulla groups
To the editor (Plain Press, November 2023) As one of the people featured in the recent article “Mural at St. Paul’s honors community members for their efforts to build a caring community”, I want to say how surprised and pleased I was to find and read this article. Author Chuck Hoven was listening carefully…
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Ohio City Inc Board President shares information on organizational transition
To the editor: (Plain Press, October 2023) As you’ve no doubt heard, there are many changes happening at Ohio City Incorporated. I wanted to update you on a few key pieces of information to keep you as informed as possible during this period of organizational transition. Ohio City Inc (OCI) is currently working with…
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A call for society to provide for basic needs of its citizens
To the editor: With all the debate recently for amending the United States Constitution in favor of certain issues and/or constituencies, perhaps a more appropriate amendment should guarantee each citizen of the United States the right to food, clothing, shelter, and medical care. Poverty is defined as the condition of being poor or lacking…
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Plain Press delivery van stolen
To the Editor and my dear Clevelanders, First off, I want to thank the Cleveland Police Officers that found the van that was stolen from my brother, Chuck Hoven. The van is used in service of bringing the Plain Press to you. I believed that the van would be found because my…
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Letters to the Editor
Reader advocates for an entertainment tax To the Editor: This letter is in response to the article by Bruce Checefsky in the April issue of the Plain Press titled “Cuyahoga County Progressive Caucus opposes public funding for Browns Stadium.” One of the most disturbing facts about our capitalist nation is the misappropriation of…
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Letters to the Editor
Variance for Youth Drop-In Center applauded To the Editor: I have been a resident of the Near West Side for over 25 years, and I am grateful that the City of Cleveland Board of Zoning Appeals granted the variance needed for the Youth Drop-In Center project on Franklin Blvd. Finally, a new project…