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Drug recovery clinics in New Hampshire, Vermont closed after owner indicted on federal charges
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A network of clinics for people struggling with substance use is now closed after the owner was indicted on federal charges. New England Medicine and Counseling Associates locations in Manchester, Newport, Rochester, Grantham, and two in Vermont have closed, which comes after the owner, Dr. Adnan S. Khan, was indicted.
AOT announces road construction this week
The Agency of Transportation submits a weekly report of planned construction activities that will impact traffic on state highways and interstates throughout Vermont. The following are what to expect on state roadways locally. I-91 Springfield-Hartland. Beginning Tuesday, May 28, multiple single lane closures will be in place along I-91 Southbound...
After 36 years Killington road foreman steps down; highway department signs petition to unionize
Ricky Bowen, foreman for the town of Killington highways and facilities, stepped away from that post on May 15 after 36 years of service. “The town will not publicly comment further because of respect for the process and because this is a personnel matter,” wrote Town Manager Michael Ramsey. “However, during the pendency of this matter, the town and its staff will remain committed to continuing to provide the high level of service that the residents and visitors of Killington deserve and expect.”
GM school board wrestles with better use of its three school buildings
Last week’s Green Mountain Unified School District’s Restructuring Committee meeting was like experiencing a time warp, with the discussion re-litigating portions of the Act 46 merger that created the district more than seven years ago. The original charge for the committee was to come up with ideas for...
Expungement clinic at Springfield Library
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – On Thursday, June 13, from 1-5:30 p.m., an expungement clinic is happening at the Springfield Town Library. Join Vermont Legal Aid for an expungement clinic. At this clinic, individuals can meet with an attorney to determine if their criminal record is eligible for expungement or sealing. You will receive the necessary paperwork to start the expungement or sealing process if your record is eligible. Only records from after 1990 will be considered, unless an individual can provide a copy of their record from the Vermont Crime Information Center.
18th annual Springfield Dam Run
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Edgar May Health and Recreation Center is hosting the 18th annual Dam Run, which will take place on Saturday, June 8. Registration opens at 8 a.m. The four-mile course begins and ends at 335 River Street in Springfield. The race will progress north on River Street until Reservoir Road. Participants will then turn right onto Reservoir Road until they reach Dam Crest Road, where they will cross the North Springfield Dam. They will continue onto Maple Street, and follow Route 10 south back to River Street.
Woodstock, Vermont to host first LGBTQ+ Pride celebration
WOODSTOCK, Vt. — Woodstock is getting an early jump on Pride Month, hosting its first-ever Pride of Woodstock event starting Thursday, May 30. The well-known tourist destination's inaugural celebration of the LGBTQ+ community runs through the afternoon of Sunday, June 2. "I think we have something for everyone," Pride...
LTE Ludlow Mount Holly school budget
June 4 is an important date for the Ludlow and Mount Holly communities to rally together and approve our local school budget. As you know, this is the third attempt at the budget, and it is especially important to continue the education of our youth. Our family has been attending Ludlow schools for four generations, and it is important to know our three grandsons are getting the supportive help and instruction my parents, Ron and I, and our daughters received. The staff and administration at Ludlow Elementary continue to excel and genuinely care for our children. I am sure the same can be found in the Mount Holly school. Our middle and high school students deserve our passing the budget as well, so they can continue with the schools of their choice.
Harrison announces candidacy forre-election
Jim Harrison of Chittenden announced his candidacy for a new term as state representative for the Rutland-11 district (Chittenden, Killington, Mendon, and Pittsfield). He was first appointed to the legislature in 2017 by Governor Phil Scott and has been re-elected to new terms since then. Harrison is a member of...
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