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Williamstown Volunteer of the Year Speaks for the Voiceless
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — Inclusion was a big topic at Thursday's annual town meeting — and not just because of arguments about the inclusivity of the Progress Pride flag. The winner of this year's Scarborough-Salomon-Flynt Community Service Award had some thoughts about how exclusive the town has been and is.
Williamstown voters approve Progress Pride flag display, charter revisions, cottage housing at town meeting
One of the most debated articles on the 42-item warrant was a citizens’ petition to amend town laws to include the Progress Pride flag – a rainbow flag with the addition of black, brown, blue, pink, and white stripes to represent communities of color, the Trans community, and those lost to the HIV/AIDS crisis – among official colors flown by Williamstown.
Manchester man arrested for burglary, DUI after motel break-in
MANCHESTER — A local man was arrested early Saturday morning on charges of burglary, unlawful trespass, DUI refusal, and unlawful mischief after allegedly breaking into the Rest Motel. Manchester Police Department received a call about suspicious activity at the motel located at 2066 Depot Street at about 1:18 a.m....
Berne-Knox-Westerlo softball wins first-ever section title
For the first time since 1978, Berne-Knox-Westerlo softball has won a section championship. After nine innings of action, the second-seeded Bulldogs prevailed over Hoosick Falls in Thursday's Class C final with a walk-off hit from Natalie Elble.
Williamstown Fire District Meeting Tuesday
WILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Fire District on Tuesday will ask voters to approve a fiscal year 2025 budget that includes a 3.5 percent increase in the operation budget over the current year. That is less than the 6.3 percent annual increase members approved in May 2023 and, in dollar...
Stamford man in stable condition after being shot in the head
STAMFORD — A 20-year-old man was found with a gunshot wound to the head on Sunday afternoon in Stamford, prompting a police investigation into the shooting. At around 2:52 p.m., Stamford Police responded to reports of a shooting at 33 Spruce St. Upon arrival, officers discovered Kaysean Manning, a Stamford resident, with a gunshot wound to the side of his head.
Vernon teen cited for excessive speeding on Pond Road
VERNON — A 17-year-old Vernon resident was arrested on April 29 after being clocked at nearly double the posted speed limit on Pond Road, according to the Windham County Sheriff’s Office. Deputy David S. Gaillardetz observed the juvenile, whose name has not been released due to their age,...
Manchester collision leaves moped rider with life-threatening injuries
MANCHESTER — A motor vehicle collision late Saturday night has left a moped rider with serious life-threatening injuries, authorities said. The Manchester Police Department reported that officers responded to a call at 120 Slater St. around 10:07 p.m. following reports of a crash involving a car and a moped.
LTE A successful Weston Playhouse fundraiser
We would like to thank all those who helped with publicity, refreshments, and ushering, and participated in the recent Play Every Town concert in Weston, number 56 in the series of “Concerts for a Cooler Climate” taking place in each of the 252 Vermont towns. UVM professor David Feurzeig wowed the audience with his technical wizardry on the Old Parish Church grand piano, performing Chopin, Debussy, and other classics alongside his own compositions, which included jazz and ragtime. Weston resident and VSU professor Peter Miller joined him on the violin for a Handel sonata, and soprano Anne D’Olivo threw in a couple of classic rock numbers to round off the diverse program of music. The ever-generous Weston community raised a record amount of Play Every Town donations at the door for the flood-damaged Weston Playhouse. Sadly, the total amount needed for repairs will far exceed that amount, so further contributions are much appreciated. If you would like to send a check for Weston Playhouse repairs, please make it payable to the Weston Community Association and send c/o Old Parish Church, 100 Main Street, Weston, VT 05161.
School Board and Budget Election Results
Residents of the Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa, and Schuylerville school districts voted on school budgets and board members on Tuesday, May 21. Unofficial results were reported by the districts the following morning. All three districts had their proposed 2024-2025 budgets approved by voters. Saratoga Springs. Saratoga Springs City School District...
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