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VHFA awards $40 million for affordable housing
Rutland and Woodstock are two of the five communities selected for apartment developments The Vermont Housing Finance Agency (VHFA) Board of Commissioners announced April 15, that its annual award of federal housing tax credits will support the construction of 156 […] Read More The post VHFA awards $40 million for affordable housing appeared first on The Mountain Times.
Kurn Hattin Homes for Children fined for water system violations
Vermont’s Agency of Natural Resources said the organization has not completed a mandatory testing of its water filter vessels since 2022, and the system’s operation and maintenance manual was outdated. Read the story on VTDigger here: Kurn Hattin Homes for Children fined for water system violations.
Upper Valley winter shelters kept dozens warm and dry
This story was originally produced by the Valley News. NHPR is republishing it in partnership with the Granite State News Collaborative. Organizers of two new emergency shelters, which kept dozens of Upper Valley residents off the streets this winter, are reflecting on the season and sorting out how to continue the service.
Springfield Library offers streaming content
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Springfield Town Library offers access to expanded streaming content, available through the Kanopy service. Kanopy’s streaming collection includes thousands of free titles, from major studio films to classics, documentaries, television series, educational programs, and more. Kanopy is available on a wide variety of platforms, including...
“The Home Buying Process” at Springfield Library
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – On Thursday, May 2, at 6 p.m., join Will Cronin from Barrett & Valley Associates Inc. at the Springfield Town Library for a presentation called “The Home Buying Process: A Step-by-Step Guide.”. Discover the step-by-step process of buying a home, from securing a loan, to...
State’s smallest hospital makes big economic impact
TOWNSHEND-The people of the West River Valley love Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital for its role in providing health care to this underserved rural area, but they might not realize the economic contribution it makes to the region. While Grace Cottage - by numerous metrics, the smallest hospital in...
Springfield woman arrested for aggravated domestic assault
SPRINGFIELD — A Springfield woman was apprehended Wednesday evening following a domestic dispute that escalated to violence, resulting in serious injuries to the victim. Springfield Police officers were called to a residence on Pine Brook Lane at approximately 6:23 p.m. on April 19, after receiving reports of the altercation.
4 arrested as Springfield police seize illegal firearms, including AR-15
SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Police Department’s Firearms Investigation Unit (FIU), led by Sergeant David Robillard, arrested four individuals and confiscated three illegal firearms, one being an AR-15, on Friday, April 19, at around 6:30 p.m. The operation began earlier that afternoon when FIU detectives were conducting surveillance on the...
Little Mexico serves up big flavor at Okemo Marketplace
LUDLOW, Vt. – Last July, restaurateur Oscar Torres was ready to move forward with opening his new venture, Little Mexico, in Ludlow, Vt. He excitedly signed the lease to take over a vacant space in the Okemo Marketplace Plaza, a prime location at the base of Okemo Mountain Ski Resort.
Ludlow Rotary’s Annual Penny Sale is Saturday
Saturday, April 27 at 6 p.m.—LUDLOW—The Ludlow Rotary Club’s 66th annual Penny Sale returns to the Ludlow Elementary School’s Gymnasium, 45 Main St, Ludlow. This traditional event, one of the largest fundraisers undertaken by the Ludlow Rotary Club, supports college […] Read More The post Ludlow Rotary’s Annual Penny Sale is Saturday 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,...
Upper Valley first responders conduct swift-water drills
HANOVER, N.H. (WCAX) - Rescue crews in the Upper Valley spent Wednesday morning practicing swift-water rescue techniques on the Connecticut River. The drill included crews from the Hanover, Lebanon and Hartford fire departments and included swimming techniques and motorized watercraft deployments. Hanover Fire Capt. Josh Merriam says the number of...
Antiques appraisal and fundraiser in Bellows Falls
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Treasure or trash? Collectors will be able to find out if that family heirloom grandma passed along is worth hanging onto at an antiques and uniques appraisal event Sunday, May 5, in Bellows Falls. The fundraiser runs from 1-5 p.m., at the United Church on...
Better Places crowdfunding campaign launched for recovery of the Ottauquechee River Trail
$10,000 goal to receive a 2:1 matching grant The Woodstock community will soon be able to again fully enjoy the Ottauquechee River Trail (ORT) thanks to a recently launched crowdfunding campaign. The campaign is sponsored by the Vermont Dept. of Housing and […] Read More The post Better Places crowdfunding campaign launched for recovery of the Ottauquechee River Trail appeared first on The Mountain Times.
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