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Springfield man arrested for DUI after missing vehicle report
SPRINGFIELD — A Springfield man was arrested late Saturday night on allegations of driving under the influence of alcohol following a report of a missing vehicle, according to the Springfield Police Department. Officers responded to a call from Commonwealth Avenue around 10:19 p.m. where a resident reported their vehicle...
CYM Youth Group
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – The Catholic Youth Ministry (CYM) Youth Group gives youth an opportunity to enjoy a fun, faith-based social setting. We offer a safe and loving atmosphere for young people. We learn about our faith, go on local hikes, enjoy food and snacks, watch movies, and play ping-pong, volley ball, and other games.
Divided Sky fun run is Saturday in Ludlow
Saturday, May 18, 9 a.m.—LUDLOW—The third annual Divided Sky Fun(d) Run is a morning filled with fitness and community spirit. This event aims to support the Divided Sky Foundation and the Springfield and Rutland Turning Point Centers. Lace up your running shoes and meet at Jackson Gore, 111 Jackson Gore Road, Ludlow.
Rockingham special meeting will determine annual Town Meeting day
ROCKINGHAM, Vt. – At the Rockingham Selectboard meeting held on Tuesday, May 7, Chair Rick Cowan called on resident Jamey Berrick, attending the meeting over Zoom, who addressed the board regarding postings on the town’s website. He questioned if the town was following the state statute on the open meeting law, and satisfying the requirements for notifying residents ahead of public meetings.
BFUHS Elks Student of the Month
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – It is a pleasure to announce that Eryn Ross has been named the April Elks Student of the Month for Bellows Falls Union High School (BFUHS). Eryn, a senior, is the daughter of Sandy Smidutz and Diane Ross of Westminster. Eryn’s bubbly, enthusiastic personality is...
Springfield police arrest two on drug charges after traffic stop
SPRINGFIELD — Two men were arrested on drug charges following a traffic stop near a residence known for drug activity, Springfield Police Department officials said Wednesday. Officers pulled over a vehicle at 1:15 p.m. on April 11 for a traffic violation. The investigation led to the discovery of narcotics...
Harm reduction and overdose prevention training offered in Newfane
NEWFANE-Community Substance Use Response (CSUR) and West River Valley Thrives invite the public to join them on Thursday, May 23, at 6 p.m., for "Empowering Communities: Harm Reduction & Overdose Education for Substance Use Disorders," an insightful night of education and discussion on harm reduction and overdose prevention. The event...
Six Western Mass Men Arrested On Vermont Drug Charges
Six men including two from Springfield are facing charges in connection to a federal investigation of a drug ring operation in Vermont. A federal grand jury indicted 29-year-old Mathew Ponce and 23-year-old Giovanny Guzman, both of Springfield. Also indicted were 30-year-old Eddie Melendez, 28-year-old Reuben Melendez and 53-year-old Serafin Melendez,...
Springfield Lions Club food drive a success
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – The Springfield Lions Club hosted its annual food drive on April 20, at Shaw’s in Springfield. Four hundred pounds of food and $454 in monetary donations were collected for the Springfield Family Center. Thank you Shaw’s Grocery Store for the location, and thank you to the greater Springfield community for all your generous donations to help your neighbors.
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