On March 12, 2025
Local News

Ludlow Rotary hosts Neighbors Together for community discussion

By Kevin Barnes Ludlow Rotary recently hosted Neighbors Together’s Paula Vanguilder (left) and Bridgette Willis (right) for an update on their organization’s community efforts.

The Ludlow Rotary Club (LRC) recently welcomed Paula Vanguilder, chairman of Neighbors Together, to speak about the organization’s ongoing community support efforts. Originally formed during the 2023 flood relief efforts, Neighbors Together has since expanded its outreach to provide mental health and addiction recovery support, cooking classes, school snacks, fresh flowers for seniors, and more.

Co-chaired by Shannon Barton and Bridgette Willis, the group focuses on fostering connection, well-being, and empowerment through inclusive programs and community services.

Neighbors Together’s next event, Mom Prom, will take place on March 15.

For more information, visit: the Neighbors Together Facebook page.

Do you want to submit feedback to the editor?

Send Us An Email!

Related Posts

Bill Vines and Jay Hickory win special election

May 28, 2025
On Wednesday, May 28, Killington residents voted to fill two new seats on its Select Board. Voters approved expanding the board from three to five members on Town Meeting Day. Bill Vines beat David McComb for the two-year seat (253-55 with 4 write-ins) while Jay Hickory beat Jon Wysocki for the one-year seat (190-124 with…

Meg Budusky’s Grounded Yoga Studio has a stretch goal for everyone

May 28, 2025
By James Kent MENDON — A new yoga studio has quietly opened its doors along Route 4 in Mendon, already creating waves of calm and community. Grounded Yoga Studio, founded by longtime local Meg Budusky, officially opened May 5 and offers a welcoming alternative to the more intense fitness-driven yoga environments. Grounded Studio is located…

Community breaks ground on Maplewood Commons: 30 permanently affordable apartments coming to Rutland

May 28, 2025
RUTLAND — Local officials, nonprofit leaders, and community members gathered in Rutland on Wednesday, May 21, to celebrate the groundbreaking of Maplewood Commons Apartments. This new 30-unit housing development will provide permanently affordable homes for families. The project is a joint effort by Cornerstone Housing Partners and Evernorth, two nonprofit organizations dedicated to creating and…

Killington Select Board candidates call for financial audit to move forward

May 28, 2025
By Polly Mikula On Wednesday, May 28, Killington residents will head to the polls to vote on who will fill two new seats on its Select Board. Voters approved expanding the board from three to five members on Town Meeting Day. Bill Vines and David McComb are running for the two-year seat while Jon Wysocki…