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By Lani Duke Several races contested In Benson, Daryl Barlett, Sam Bartholomew, Scott Hende, Cheryl Murray, and Pamela Stefanek have filed to take one-year seats on the town Select Board. Opponents in the race for first constable are Ben Bartholomew […]

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By Lani Duke New regulation keeps second-year students in dorms CASTLETON—Castleton University’s recent expansion of dorm units in downtown Rutland has added 75 more rooms and 45 more singles to the college’s student housing, according to the Castleton Spartan, even […]

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Fair Haven considers F&W purchase, looking at stormwater FAIR HAVEN— The Vermont Department of Fish & Wildlife (VTF&W) intends to buy 281.4 acres of land next to Kehoe Green Mountain Camp, Jane Lazorchak, VTF&W  land acquisition coordinator, told the Fair […]

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Fair Haven water line upgrade goes forward FAIR HAVEN—In February, the town will finalize contract documents that will result in major improvements to its system of water lines. Among them are the replacement of 5,975 feet of water line with […]

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By Lani Duke Castleton students get out the community spirit CASTLETON—Students in the nursing program are collecting clothing to help children stay warm by gathering used coats, scarves, boots, gloves, hats, and snow pants to give to Fair Haven Concerned. […]

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By Lani Duke Benson buzz BENSON—ATV trails are closed now with the start of hunting season. Don’t be surprised to find enthusiastic four-wheelers on town roads. When you close down hunt camp, please pack up your unopened, non-perishable foods to […]

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By Lani Duke Castleton College partners with Paramount Theatre CASTLETON — Castleton College recently announced a growing partnership with Rutland’s Paramount Theatre, aimed at expanding arts and cultural offerings for students and the community. Two Soundings events showcased in the Paramount […]

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By Lani Duke Fire station construction CASTLETON—Castleton’s new fire station and first response facility recently received its land use permit from the Act 250 board. Shovels may have broken ground already. Construction is expected to be complete in spring 2015. […]

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By Lani Duke Library tales CASTLETON — Castleton Free Library patrons can now download free e-books as well as free audio books through the internet. The library is also able to add content unique to the Castleton library through the […]

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By Lani Duke College classes resume CASTLETON — Castleton College President Dave Wolk recently recounted his school’s progress to an audience of more than 500 in the Casella Theater. He described the school as being “in transformation,” venturing into entrepreneurial areas […]

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