Archive for January, 2016
Ludlow to host Act 46 public informational forum Jan. 26, 2016
The Ludlow Elementary and U39 School Boards will host an informational forum regarding Act 46 at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26 at Ludlow Town Hall Auditorium, 37 Depot St. The Act 46 legislation – which aims to improve educational opportunities, while reducing costs – has the potential to significantly impact the future of education for students in Ludlow, […]
TRSU Act 46 subcommittee meets Jan. 26, 2016
The Finance Subcommittee/Property Subcommittee of the Two Rivers Supervisory Union Act 46 Committee will meet at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 26 in the Band Room of Ludlow Elementary School. 45 Main St. in Ludlow. Below is its agenda. I. Call to Order a. Roll Call b. Approval of Agenda II. Approval of Minutes III. […]
Ian McGrath, 52, loved coaching, was devoted to his four children
©2016 Telegraph Publishing LLC Ian Bernard McGrath died suddenly at his Chester, VT, home on Friday, Jan. 15, 2016. He was 52. Mr. McGrath was born on Sept. 1, 1963 in Edinburgh, Scotland, to Bernard and Mary Donaldson McGrath. Mr. McGrath, a 1981 graduate of Bellows Falls Union High School, was employed by the Vermont […]
Economic development for Chester: What does it mean to you?
© 2016 Telegraph Publishing LLC On Monday Feb. 1, the Chester Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to take suggestions and comments to use in drafting a new section about economic development for the Chester Town Plan. Several organizations — including the Chester Economic Development Committee, the Springfield Regional Development Corp. and the Okemo […]
Delayed gratification is the secret to success in life, wealth
“The gratification of wealth is not found in mere possession or in lavish expenditure, but in its wise application.” – Miguel de Cervantes By Kevin Theissen Skygate Financial Group LLC Delayed gratification is one of the most important characteristics for success in health, work and life overall. There is no question that it is also […]
Commentary: An open letter to Vermont legislators
By Bill Schubart Bill@Schubart.com As the new legislative session ramps up, I’d like to offer some thoughts. Don’t micromanage complex issues. We already have too many laws and administrative statutes, many poorly drafted, ambiguous or conflicting. Some actually confound good behavior. Our problems can’t be enacted away. They’re substantial and demand clarity of vision, courage […]
2016 LEGO Contest set for March 5; 60th Apple Blossom rehearsals under way
Registration forms available for annual LEGO Contest The 2016 LEGO Contest will take place from 9.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 5 at the NewsBank Conference Center, 352 Main St. in Chester. Click here to download a registration form. This annual event is open to children in pre-K through Grade 8 and their families. […]
South Londonderry fire company gets new front-line engine
By Shawn Cunningham © 2016 Telegraph Publishing LLC Less than a year after its purchase was approved at Londonderry’s Town Meeting, the new fire engine for South Londonderry’s Champion Fire Company has arrived and is being outfitted for service. According to Fire Chief George Lang, the truck arrived on Saturday, Jan. 9 and company members […]
School choice applications available at GMUHS; River Valley Tech offering Engineering program
Green Mountain Union High School and area high schools are now accepting applications for school choice. Any high school student interested in attending a public school out of their home district for the 2016-17 school year must submit a Vermont School Choice Application to their home district principal by Friday, Feb. 12, 2016. Once the […]
Free leadership training offered to entrepreneurs; Environmental Excellence Awards offered; state gets $46M for energy efficiency aid for Vermonters
MONTPELIER Vermont is seeking 15 small business owners to participate in the Emerging Leaders Initiative beginning in April at Vermont Technical College in Williston, Vt. Emerging Leaders is a free, executive-level training program for entrepreneurs to learn how to establish a three-year strategic growth plan for their businesses. Strategic plans emphasize organizational structure, resource network […]
Spicy pumpkin chili nourishes, warms on a chilly day
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Not too spicy, not too mild. The sweet taste of pumpkin works well to tone down any heat, but if it is fire that you want, simply mince a couple hot peppers and cook along with the onions and bell peppers. Dollop some sour cream on top and sprinkle shredded Monterrey […]
Honor Roll
Maxwell Eisenhaur of South Londonderry earned honor roll status at Carrabassett Valley Academy, a private middle/high school at Sugarloaf Mountain in Maine that offers a balance of college preparatory academics and competitive ski and snowboard training.
Springfield Rotary welcomes Spanjian as member
The Springfield Rotary Club recently welcomed Richard Spanjian, from the Inn at Weathersfield, far left, as a new member. Spanjian was welcomed into the Rotary Club by member Nancy Lanoue, center, and Club President Christian Craig.
Chester-Andover Dems raise $2,225 for Family Center fuel aid
At its December 2015 fundraiser, the Chester-Andover Democrats raised $2,225 for fuel assistance for Chester and Andover residents. This annual event, held at the organization’s December meeting-turned holiday party, held at Baba a Louis’ bakery in Chester, has been ongoing since 2005. The fundraiser, hosted by state Rep. Leigh Dakin and former state Rep. Kathy […]
Chester businesses invited to 2016 brochure kickoff
The Chester Economic Development Committee invites those who own businesses in Chester to join the CEDC and other owners from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 27, to kick off the 2016 Chester brochure. The event will be held at the Free Range Restaurant, 90 the Common on the Green in Chester, to also celebrate […]
To the editor: CAES kids get to taste new vegetables, new dishes
Each month, as part of our Farm to School Program, Chester-Andover Elementary School offers a taste test of a featured vegetable. For instance, January is for parsnips, which we integrate into our menu as well as offer as a taste test. We set up a table during lunch and present the item in a healthy […]
Chester Select Board meeting for Jan. 20, 2016
The Chester Select Board will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2016 at Town Hall, 556 Elm St. in Chester. Below is its agenda. 1. Approve Minutes from Jan. 6, 2016 Select Board meeting 2. Citizen Comments 3. Old Business 4. Chester Rotary, Fall Festival Request; Malcolm Summers 5. Chester 250th Anniversary celebration discussion […]
Vermont State Police incident log for Dec. 1 – Dec. 31, 2015
© 2016 Telegraph Publishing LLC Editor’s Note: The Vermont State Police incident report is a sampling of incidents directly from Vermont State Police. We do not identify individual victims of crimes nor those who have been arrested. Tuesday, Dec. 1, Regional – State police started the month with a bang – or several bangs – […]
Chester Police Log for Dec. 5 to Dec. 28, 2015
© 2016 Telegraph Publishing LLC Editor’s Note: The Chester Telegraph Police Log is a sampling of incidents directly from Chester Police reports. In general, we do not identify individual victims of crimes nor those who have been arrested. Saturday, Dec. 5, 9:29 a.m. State Police in Rockingham alerted Chester Police that there was a car […]
Andover OKs Chester service MOU, finalizing full budget, then takes up a party issue
By Shawn Cunningham © 2016 Telegraph Publishing LLC ON THE COVER: Town Clerk Linda Bargfrede, far left, and the Andover Select Board. Photo illustration by Chester Telegraph. The Andover Select Board moved closer to a final budget for fiscal 2016/17 at its Monday, Jan. 11 meeting, and worked out a number of housekeeping items including […]
