By Liz DiMarco Weinmann Over the past three years Vermont has thrived as a national example of doing the right things for our most vulnerable populations, and it’s our state’s nonprofits that deserve much of the credit. Combating such perils […]
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Neshobe School reviews threat
Staff report RNESU Superintendent Kristin Hubert sent an email to families Sunday, April 2 notifying them that a threat at Neshobe School was deemed “not credible” as rumors circulated on social media. But Monday morning, Hubert said “new information has […]
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Mendon Town Office now open by appointment only
Public officials site harassment Staff report MENDON — The Mendon Town Office is now open by appointment only, according to its website. “Effective March 20, 2023, in an effort to increase Office Security, the Town Office will be open by […]
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Proctor to vote on what constitutes a public nuisance
New rules on backyard chickens lead residents to petition for a special vote April 19 Staff report PROCTOR — Enough chicken owners in Proctor are upset about an amended town ordinance that puts restrictions on owning fowl that they have […]
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4-Hers attend regionals at the Hub CoWorks in Rutland
The 2023 Southwest Regional 4-H Day was held March 25 at the Hub CoWorks in Downtown Rutland. The annual event showcased the talents of 34 4-Hers from three counties, providing an opportunity for them to demonstrate what they have learned […]
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Hartland board appoints acting town manager
By Curt Peterson Hartland Finance Administrator Martin Dole was appointed as acting town manager Monday, April 3, after Town Manager David Ormiston was placed on paid leave last week. Dole, who has been finance administrator for five years, will temporarily […]
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First spring flowers are in bloom in Rutland
By Pat Wise Crocuses bloom on the hill near the Godnick Adult Center along Woodstock Avenue. Every year, the Rutland Garden Club plants 1,000 crocus bulbs , which are among the first flowers to bloom.
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New childcare center seeks to open in Woodstock
By Katy Savage After her children suddenly lost child care, Caroline Olsen decided to start her own facility in Woodstock. Olsen, who owns the Nutty Life, an organic plant-based milk company, with her husband Craig Olsen, plans to open her […]
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Bill would give state control of property appraisals
By Ethan Weinstein/VTDigger A bill that would give the Vermont Department of Taxes control of property appraisals passed the House on Wednesday, March 29. H.480 would require property reappraisals to take place at least every six years and would move the responsibility […]
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$3.475 million sets new sales record for single family home
Mountain retreat was on the market for just 3 days with multiple offers By Karen D. Lorentz The most expensive house in Killington sold last week, on March 28, for $3.475 million after multiple offers, marking the first single-family home […]