Should Local Schools Have Armed Guards?

Less than a week after a , a New Jersey school district took action, with its board of education approving to hire armed security guards at each of its buildings.

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Another debate about gun control regulations and laws was sparked after the massacre in Newtown, with many calling for stricter legislations and enforcement. On the other side, the National Rifle Association said it recommended schools hire armed guards, as the board approved in Marlboro.

But what about the schools in our area? Do you think the Chester Consolidated School District, as well as the West Morris Regional School District, should look at hiring armed guards in the schools? How about Mendham Township and Mendham Borough? What about changes in current security systems in those districts? 

Tell us in the comments section below what you believe should be done–if anything–locally.