Archive for 2024
Taconic & Green to hold education forums in Dorset, Londonderry this week
The Taconic & Green Regional School District is holding a public forum — “The Future of Our T&G Schools” — at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 29 at The Dorset School, 130 School Drive, and on Wednesday, Oct. 30 at Flood Brook School, 91 VT-11 in Londonderry. Both will be live-streamed on GNAT-TV. T&G provides […]
Cavendish Historical Society hosts Day of the Dead celebration Nov. 2
A two-day holiday most associated with Mexican communities, Dia de los Muertos — Day of the Dead — is a time to reunite the living and the dead. The Cavendish Historical Society is hosting a celebration from 3:3o to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Cavendish-Fletcher Community Library, 573 Main St. in Proctorsville. […]
To the editor: Support Charlton to help break supermajority
I write in support of Tom Charlton for state representative for Athens, Chester, Grafton, and Windham. Why? Well, in part because the supermajority Democrat members of the Vermont legislature rammed through seven new laws despite the vetoes of Gov. Phil Scott. We have learned from a brave Democrat representative that fewer than 10 Democrat legislators […]
To the editor: Vote for Republicans in General Election
I am a delivery driver and a service technician for a home heating company. The only candidates on the ballot that will not destroy the home heat industry, which my coworkers and I rely upon to support our families in Vermont, are Republicans. The only candidates on the ballot that will not increase our home […]
Brush fire in Ludlow burns 16.5 acres; fire crews continue to work fire today
By Cara Philbin ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC A brush fire that broke out in Ludlow on Saturday afternoon burned 16 acres and required assistance from more than 15 area fire departments to contain the burn as wind continued to whip through the region. The fire continued to burn after dark on Saturday, when crews were […]
Andover Select Board agenda for Oct. 28
The Andover Select Board will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday Oct. 28 at the Town Office at 953 Weston-Andover Road. Below is the board’s agenda. 1. Call Meeting to Order. 2. Act on Agenda. 3. Act on Minutes of October 14th meeting. 4. Public Comment (Time allowance: Five minutes per visitor, […]
Op-ed: Free, fair, accessible and secure elections
By Sarah Copeland Hanzas The General Election is less than two weeks away. As the rhetoric and “noise” intensifies, it’s worth a reminder that Vermont’s elections are not only among the most accessible in the country, they are also incredibly secure. Election policy is always a balance of accessibility and security. I feel very strongly […]
GM board votes to preview restructuring plan, overriding superintendent’s schedule
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC In a bid to moderate reaction to an administration-generated restructuring plan for the three schools within the Green Mountain Unified School District, TRSU Superintendent Layne Millington said he would not reveal the plan until the next GM board meeting, on Thursday Nov. 21. But, following board member […]
To the editor: North Star to move Rockingham Health to Springfield, Charlestown locales
As highlighted by the Green Mountain Care Board’s recent guidance under Act 167, Vermont’s healthcare system is at a crossroads. While their report focused mainly on area hospitals, most healthcare entities in our state are struggling. Effective Jan. 1, 2025, North Star Health will consolidate our Rockingham Health Center with our Springfield and Charlestown, N.H., […]
Casino fundraiser for Stingrays Swim Team Nov. 2
Dive into an exciting evening of fun and fundraising from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Splash for Cash: Casino Night to support the Connecticut River Valley’s Stingrays swim team. The event will be held at the Crown Point County Club, 155 Golf Course Road in Springfield. Get ready to test […]
To the editor: Vote your climate conscience at the ballot box
As the election draws closer, we cannot ignore the growing impact of climate change on our communities. Hurricane Helene and now Hurricane Milton, along with dozens of wildfires this past summer — they’re all clear warning signs of a very real climate crisis. This issue deserves more attention than it’s received so far this election […]
To the editor: Vote Morrow, Bongartz and Plunkett for state House and Senate
As Election Day approaches, we are faced with an important decision about the future direction of our state. I am endorsing Chris Morrow for state representative (Andover, Londonderry, Weston, and Winhall) and Seth Bongartz and Rob Plunkett for state Senate (Bennington County, plus Londonderry, Stratton, and Wilmington) in this election. What sets these candidates apart […]
To the editor: Why vote for Clarkson, White and Major?
There’s a reason you see lots of signs for Alison Clarkson, Becca White and Joe Major now: They are the cream of the crop running for the Vermont state Senate, and Windsor County voters recognize these stellar candidates. These three share a deep understanding of our communities’ needs and have records as public servants showing […]
Springfield man pleads guilty to gun charge
©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC A Springfield man pleaded guilty on Monday to a gun possession charge before U.S. District Court Judge William K. Sessions III in District Court in Burlington. According to court records, including the stipulated facts in the plea agreement between the parties, in late February 2024, Ernest Lamphere, 44, was subject to […]
No one injured, two condos destroyed in fire on Okemo Mountain
By Cara Philbin ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC A fire that broke out Saturday night in Okemo Mountain’s Trailside Village community destroyed two condominiums and left a third heavily damaged, Ludlow’s Deputy Fire Chief Fran Kissell told The Chester Telegraph on Sunday. No injuries were reported, but Ludlow Town Manager Brendan McNamara, a volunteer firefighter who […]
To the editor: ‘Friends’ group seeks to protect Vermont public schools
Be informed. In early spring this year a small group of longtime school board members – most former, one current – got together to talk about pushing back against the steady attacks on our public schools, which are also longtime. We decided to start a grassroots effort, calling ourselves Friends of Vermont Public Education. Our […]
To the editor: Cavendish Town Elementary PTG thanks all who helped purchase of sound system
On behalf of Cavendish Town Elementary School’s families, teachers, and staff, The Parent/Teacher Group extends a heartfelt thank you to Tyler Butterick and his non-profit company, Fairway Fundraising. This summer he donated money to purchase a much-needed sound system for our beloved school. We’d also like to thank the event’s primary sponsors, including The Loft […]
To the editor: Rep. Chase works to meet constituent needs
I’m writing to support Heather Chase for re-election to the Windham-Windsor seat in the Vermont House of Representatives that she now holds, representing Athens, Chester, Grafton and Windham. I first saw Heather in action when she was a member of the Chester Select Board, which that night was dealing with a very complicated issue facing […]
To the editor: Chase has been terrific for Grafton
Heather Chase has been a terrific representative for Grafton. Heather is very responsive to our needs as individuals and as a town. She is committed to helping small schools survive, and will be front and center in the fight to keep Grace Cottage Hospital open. This whole small village relies on these two institutions to […]
Call for ‘Priority Projects’ needing state, federal funding
Once again, Springfield Regional Development Corp. is partnering with the Mt. Ascutney Regional Commission and area towns to develop a list of Priority Projects for state and federal fund eligibility. Projects must have an economic development nexus and should demonstrate the following: Purpose and benefit to the region Ready to get under way, if funded […]
