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Springfield School District budget fails for second time
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. — Voters in Springfield went to the polls on Tuesday to vote on just one measure: the school budget. Voters already turned down the almost $40 million school district budget on Town Meeting Day by nearly 200 votes. The district reworked it to around $39.5 million, with...
Trophy trout are being stocked in local waters
Vermont’s trophy trout stocking program for 2024 includes nine river sections and 37 lakes and ponds receiving the 2-year old trout, some over 18 inches long. “The Trophy Trout program provides exciting fishing opportunities for anglers of all ages and […] Read More The post Trophy trout are being stocked in local waters appeared first on The Mountain Times.
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SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Kaya is 120 pounds of fluffy love. This sweet 9-year-old Malamute loves car rides and walks. She is good with dogs, but no cats please. Kaya can be seen Wednesday-Saturday, from 12-4 p.m., or call 802-885-3997 for more information. Springfield Humane Society. 401 Skitchewaug Trail, Springfield,...
Windsor County Sheriff Dept wins federal grant
By Curt Peterson A federal Dept. of Justice grant for $1.24 million should help Windsor County sheriff Ryan Palmer in his promised efforts to improve services provided to county residents his department serves. Senator Peter Welch made the announcement last […] Read More The post Windsor County Sheriff Dept wins federal grant appeared first on The Mountain Times.
HCRS welcomes new staff
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont’s community mental health agency, is pleased to announce the appointment of nine new professionals in the first half of March, whose talents will augment HCRS’ services across Windham and Windsor counties. HCRS welcomes the following new...
Plymouth police report multiple arrests, investigative actions over one-week period
PLYMOUTH — The Plymouth Police Department responded to 755 calls for service during the week of April 8 through April 14, resulting in a series of arrests and ongoing investigations. The police arrested eight individuals on various charges including willful concealment, unlawful possession/intoxication, noise violations, and assault. A 44-year-old...
Aubuchon to boost its Vermont hardware stronghold by acquiring Bibens stores
The East Coast hardware chain is set to purchase seven locally owned locations in Brattleboro, Burlington, Colchester, Essex, South Burlington, Springfield and Woodstock. Read the story on VTDigger here: Aubuchon to boost its Vermont hardware stronghold by acquiring Bibens stores.
Records from 2008 reveal State Rep. resigned from police department after making violent threats
CLAREMONT, N.H. — Newly released documents from 18 years ago reveal a Republican State Representative eventually resigned from his job as a Claremont police officer after allegedly making violent threats and having an inappropriate relationship with a teenage girl. The documents come from two internal investigations done by the...
LRC hears from Ludlow town manager Brendan McNamara
LUDLOW, Vt. – On the anniversary of his appointment as Ludlow town manager, Brendan McNamara addressed the Ludlow Rotary Club (LRC) on matters affecting the town and village. In a lively and interactive discussion, McNamara briefed the Rotarians on the status of municipal infrastructure, such as the wastewater treatment plant and sports fields reconstruction, the reopening of local businesses, and repairs and improvements to area roadways.
Londonderry cemeteries open May 1
LONDONDERRY, Vt. – The Cemetery Commission of the Town of Londonderry would like the public to know that the Londonderry cemeteries will open on May 1. Clean up of the cemeteries by the cemetery caretakers will begin immediately. To that end, please remove all decorations that have been added to the cemeteries over the winter. Any winter decoration items remaining on cemetery plots on May 1 will be removed and disposed of. The cemetery commission thanks everyone for their cooperation in this matter.
Kurn Hattin fined for violating water supply rule
Vermont Business Magazine The Agency of Natural Resources Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) announced today that New England Kurn Hattin Homes, the owner and operator of a public water system in Westminster, was fined $6,750 for violations of the Vermont Water Supply Rule (VWSR) and has been directed to bring the water system into compliance.
Cheshire Medical Center acquires its first surgical robot
KEENE, N.H. — Cheshire Medical Center in Keene, New Hampshire, has acquired its first surgical robot. Intuitive's da Vinci Xi robotic surgical platform will enable the hospital to perform hundreds of minimally invasive general, bariatric, and gynecological surgeries every year. The system provides surgeons with the increased precision and visibility needed to perform minimally invasive, complex surgeries with remotely operated surgical tools.
Bellows Falls Trustees hear updates on water and sewer projects
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Town manager Scott Pickup began last Tuesday night’s regular meeting of the Bellows Falls Trustees with an announcement. “Now that we are hopefully into spring, we’ll start the Pine Street sidewalk work again.”. The project had been suspended in late November, with...
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