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Van Alstyne wins Vermont Prize for Tenney film

By Cynthia Prairie ©2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC Chester native Travis Van Alstyne is the 2026 winner of the Vermont Prize, an annual $5,000 award given to one Vermont-based artist working in the visual arts. The award recognizes his short animated film Love of the Land, an award-winning animated short film that was released in 2024. […]

Auditor tells Chester board the town tax is ‘artificially low’

By Shawn Cunningham ©2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC You’re lean and mean but you’ve got no money,” said auditor Ron Smith at the June 17 Chester Select Board meeting. “But we’re not in the hole,” replied Town Manager Julie Hance. Smith agreed, but reiterated that the town does not have enough money sufficient for cash flow […]

Proctorsville’s Bob Glidden retires after 33 years as fire chief

By Shawn Cunningham © 2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC The year was 1970. Richard Nixon was in the second year of his first term, gasoline averaged 36¢ per gallon, the minimum wage was $1.60 and Bob Glidden was starting his career as a volunteer firefighter in Proctorsville. He was 12. Next week, he will retire from […]

Policy governance wheels still spinning at GM board

  By Shawn Cunningham © 2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC Study groups mandated by Act 170 will shortly be ramping up to produce proposed school merger agreements by the law’s September 2027 deadline. Those will be voted on at Town Meetings in March 2028. Meanwhile, the Green Mountain Unified School District Board spent a fair amount […]

Green Mountain graduates 47 as thunderstorms avoid Chester

By Shawn Cunningham © 2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC The possibility of rain passed by mid-afternoon Friday and the sun was shining through high clouds as 44 members of the Class of 2026 marched out to Pomp and Circumstance and took their seats set up on the lawn of the high school. A little over an […]

News Analysis: Transforming Vermont’s education system, again

UPDATE: H955 was signed into law by Gov. Scott on June 18. It is now called Act 170. By Shawn Cunningham © 2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC As this article is being written, H. 955 is still just a bill. Before it can begin “transforming Vermont’s education system,” it must be checked and double checked for typos […]

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  • SAPCC's Annual Duck Run returns June 27

    SAPCC’s Annual Duck Run returns June 27

    The Springfield Area Parent Child Center is holding its annual Running of the Rubber Ducks from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, June 27 at 80 Jack and Jill Lane in North Springfield. This family-style block party is SAPCC’s flagship fundraiser and takes place outdoors; admission is free. Enjoy an evening of fun, featuring a […]

  • Rainbow-Palooza Pride & VegFest June 27

    Rainbow-Palooza Pride & VegFest June 27

    The most colorful event of the year is back. Rainbow-Palooza Pride & VegFest takes place from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 27 on the grounds of the Unitarian Universalist Church, 21 Fairground Road in Springfield. This free and family-friendly event features fun activities, fascinating vendors and exhibitors and an array of fabulous speakers. […]

  • Springfield band to perform movie classics

    Springfield band to perform movie classics

    The Springfield Community Band presents its movie-themed concert at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30 at the Hartness House, 109 Front St. in Springfield. James Pecsok, band director at Bellows Falls Union High School, will be the guest conductor. Along with other selections, the evening will feature music from various Pixar movies, Superman Returns and […]

  • Springfield Garden Club to host Liberty Tree Dedication

    Springfield Garden Club to host Liberty Tree Dedication

    The Springfield Garden Club invites the public to the dedication of a Liberty Tree at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. The  ceremony will take place at Crown Point Country Club, 155 Golf Course Road in Springfield, to honor that tree and our country’s 250th anniversary. A reception will follow in the clubhouse. The SGC, […]

  • Henry Homeyer: Cages, kneelers and mulch: Let's turn our attention to the vegetable garden

    Henry Homeyer: Cages, kneelers and mulch: Let’s turn our attention to the vegetable garden

    By Henry Homeyer ©2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC By now, most of us have planted our vegetable gardens. My peas, onions, lettuce, spinach and potatoes went in early, and now our tomatoes and peppers have settled in and are starting to grow. Is it hammock time? No, now it’s better to do some maintenance so that […]

  • Chester Economic Development Commission agenda for June 24

    Chester Economic Development Commission agenda for June 24

    The Chester Economic Development Commission will hold its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Wednesday June 24 at Town Hall, 556 Elm Street and remotely via Zoom.  Below is the Commission’s agenda 1. Approve Minutes from Previous Meeting (May 27, 2026) 2. Citizen Comments 3. Discuss / Approve updates to business directory 4. Discuss / […]

  • Springfield celebrates 'Make Music Vermont' with free concert and open mic June 21

    Springfield celebrates ‘Make Music Vermont’ with free concert and open mic June 21

    Music lovers of all ages are invited to gather at The Commons, 50 Summer Hill in Springfield, from noon until 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 21 for a free afternoon of live music. The event, held rain or shine, is part of “Make Music Vermont,” a statewide celebration of music and community. From noon until […]

  • Springfield Garden Club receives 4 first-place awards from Federated Garden Clubs of Vermont

    Springfield Garden Club receives 4 first-place awards from Federated Garden Clubs of Vermont

    The Springfield Garden Club won four first-pace awards and three merit awards at this years 90th Annual Meeting of the Federated Garden Clubs of Vermont at the Saint Albans Museum in early June. Attending were four SGC members: President Adrienne Faulhauber; Therese Burton, FGCV Central District co-director; SGC Awards Committee Chair Karen Vatne  and Marita […]

  • Chester Dems to meet June 25 to nominate JPs

    Chester Dems to meet June 25 to nominate JPs

    The Chester Town Democratic Committee will meet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25 in the conference room of the Chester Town Hall, 556 Elm St. The meeting will include nominating for six candidates for justices of the peace from the Chester Town Democratic Committee.  This caucus meeting is open to all. For more […]

  • Free art workshops for adults June 22 & 29 in Derry

    Free art workshops for adults June 22 & 29 in Derry

    Art teacher Casey Junker Bailey will share the joy of creative bookmaking at two free workshops to be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 22 and Monday, June 29. Participants will work with beautiful papers to make a collection of small interactive books in unusual formats. Accordion books, star books, zip-zap books and matchbox […]

  • Andover Select Board agenda for June 22

    Andover Select Board agenda for June 22

    The Andover Select Board will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday June 22 at the Town Hall 953 Weston-Andover Road. Below is the boards agenda: 1. Call Meeting to Order. 2. Act on Agenda. 3. Act on Minutes of June 8 meeting. 4. Public Comment (Time allowance: Five minutes per visitor, 10 […]

  • Two graduate from Expeditionary School

    Two graduate from Expeditionary School

    The Expeditionary School at Black River celebrated the graduation of the class of 2026 on Friday, June 12. Students, staff, family, board members past and present, and friends were in attendance. The ceremony was officiated by Head of School Mike Kell, pictured on the right, with the two graduates. Azaiah Allen, 18, pictured center, attended […]

  • REVISED: Chester Select Board/Water Commissioners meeting agenda for June 17

    REVISED: Chester Select Board/Water Commissioners meeting agenda for June 17

    The Chester Select Board will hold a special meeting at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 17 prior to the Water Commissioners meeting at 6:30 p.m., which will then be followed by a special Select Board meeting. The meetings will be held at Town Hall, 556 Elm St., and on Zoom by clicking here.  Below are […]

  • Caribbean Night fundraiser for Neighborhood Connections June 26

    Caribbean Night fundraiser for Neighborhood Connections June 26

    Neighborhood Connections is holding a fundraiser from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday June 26 at Sugar Bob’s Finest Kind, 92 Vermont Route 11 (Main Street) in Chester. The evening will feature a spread of food catered by Sugar Bob’s, island-themed cocktails and entertainment by the renowned Blue Flames Steel Band. The Blue Flames transport […]

  • Springfield Community Band presents 'Disney' concert June 23

    Springfield Community Band presents ‘Disney’ concert June 23

    The Springfield Community Band presents its Disney concert at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23 at The Hartness House, 109 Front St. in Springfield. Under the direction of Nick Pelton, its focus will be the wide range of familiar music first introduced in Disney productions, including Mary Poppins, The Lion King, Aladdin and several other […]

  • Search for the ghosts of Cavendish June 20

    Search for the ghosts of Cavendish June 20

    The Cavendish Historical Society will host the Cavendish Village Ghost Walk at 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 20. Meet at the Cavendish Historical Society Museum, 1958 Main St. Wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight. No, Mr. Hickernell isn’t buried in the basement, but what’s up with all the strange things that happen at this […]

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