Author Archive for The Chester Telegraph
Weston Christmas Bazaar set for Nov. 29-30
If you have chosen to spend your Thanksgiving weekend amid the tranquility and stark beauty of Vermont’s Stick Season, it doesn’t mean you don’t have access to a superior shopping experience. Weston’s 43rd Christmas Bazaar will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both Friday and Saturday, Nov. 29 and 30 at the Walker […]
Chester Teen Center growing; donations sought to work on permanent space
©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Since its inception last March, with a focus group of six students from Green Mountain Union High School, the Chester Teen Center program has grown to serve more than 50 local students in grades 6 and up and meeting in the community room of the Congregational Church at 469 Main […]
Andover Select Board agenda for Nov. 25
The Andover Select Board will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday Nov. 25 at the Andover Town Office 953 Weston-Andover Road. Below is the board’s agenda. 1. Call Meeting to Order. 2. Act on Agenda. 3. Act on Minutes of Nov. 11 meeting. 4. Public Comment (Time allowance: Five minutes per visitor, […]
Chester Select Board/Water Commissioners agendas for Nov. 20
The Chester Select Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 20 at Town Hall, 556 Elm St., followed by the Water/Sewer Commissioners meeting. You can also attend by Zoom by clicking here. Below are their agendas. Select Board agenda 1. Additions or Deletions to the Agenda 2. Approval of Minutes from the Select […]
To the editor: Correcting misunderstandings about Covid vaccine and climate change
Mr. Keith Stern, who unsuccessfully ran for the Vermont House in the last election, has made false statements about the Covid vaccine and climate change in several publications. First, Mr. Stern said that the FDA/CDC VAERS website “reported incidences of adverse reactions” to the vaccine. Of course there are reported adverse reactions, as there are […]
After ‘tragic’ election night, Dems oust Clarkson from Senate majority leadership
By Sarah Mearhoff ©2024 VTDigger MONTPELIER Two and a half weeks after Vermont voters eviscerated their supermajority, Senate Democrats convened Saturday to reflect on their election losses and chart a new course ahead of the 2025 legislative session. They voted to retain one top leader — but jettisoned another. Saturday’s caucus at the Statehouse was […]
Casey Rowley, 93, of Londonderry
Casey Rowley, 93, died Nov. 12, 2024 at Grace Cottage Hospital in Townshend, surrounded by family and friends. Born into a modest family in Manchester, he worked hard and saved to build a comfortable life for his family. At the early age of 16, Casey married Ruth Holton and remained married and in love until […]
Chester Democrats invites folks to monthly meeting
Been meaning to get involved in politics, but too busy to get to it? Are you a Democrat or, if not, are you generally accepting of others and humane in your views? If so, join the Chester Democratic Committee for its monthly meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21 downstairs at the Chester Town […]
To the editor: Senate candidate Murray thanks supporters, says the work continues
Dear Friends, Supporters and Voters of Chester and Windsor District, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude to each of you who believed in my campaign for state Senate. You shared your stories and campaigned alongside me for a Vermont that works for all. While the result was not what we […]
GM District Board agenda for Nov. 21
The Board of Directors of the Green Mountain Unified School District will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday Nov. 21 in the Green Mountain High School Library/Media Center, 716 Route 103 South and via Zoom. To access via Zoom, click here. Below is its agenda. I. CALL TO ORDER: A. Roll call II. […]
Fund drive started to help Chester man rebuild after Sunday fire
© 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC A fundraising campaign has been started to help Charles Wright, who lost his Jewett Road home in Chester to a fire on Sunday. The Go Fund Me effort has a goal of $20,000 to help Wright to rebuild his home, which was uninsured. According to his niece Grace Wright, who […]
To the editor: Clarkson, Major, White thank supporters, voters
Thank you to the Windsor District voters for electing us to represent you in the Vermont state Senate. We are honored to serve and appreciate your vote of confidence. We are grateful to our many volunteers who helped make this victory possible. Thank you for hosting our lawn signs, writing letters to the editor, canvassing […]
Burn ban in S. Vermont extended to Nov. 18
©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC The statewide outdoor burn ban of debris that was to end at 3 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, has been extended for one week in the southern Vermont counties of Windsor, Windham, Bennington and Rutland, the state Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation has announced. According to the state, persistent dry […]
To the editor: Windsor GOP marks historic wins
The Windsor County Republican Party is pleased to announce the election of three new Republican state representatives in key districts. Kevin Winter of Ludlow has been elected to represent the Rutland‐Windsor District (Ludlow, Mount Holly and Shrewsbury). Tom Charlton of Chester will serve the Windsor‐Windham District (Athens, Chester, Grafton and Windham). VL Coffin of Cavendish […]
Andover Select Board agenda for Nov. 11
The Andover Select Board will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday Nov. 11 at the Town Office, 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 28th meeting. 4. Public Comment (Time allowance: Five minutes per visitor, 10 […]
To the editor: Rep. Chase thanks supporters, congratulates Charlton
Dear Residents of Chester, Grafton, Windham and Athens, The voters have spoken, and while the outcome wasn’t what we hoped for, I want to take a moment to congratulate Tom Charlton on his victory. The people have made their choice, and I respect that decision. Serving as your representative in Montpelier has been an incredible […]
1993 Craven film screened Nov. 14 in Londonderry; part of the Vermont Film Festival
The Vermont Film Festival returns to the Depot on Route 100 in South Londonderry at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14 with the showing of Where the Rivers Flow North. Set in 1927, Where the Rivers Flow North is the 1993 Jay Craven film that tells the story of an old Vermont logger (Rip Torn […]
Ludlow businessman Caruso pleads guilty to kickback scheme in New York
By Cara Philbin ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Ludlow business owner Troy Caruso, 57, who also lives in Smithtown, N.Y., pleaded guilty on Friday to one count of “honest services wire fraud conspiracy” for a kickback scheme that lasted from early 2021 until late 2023. The Chester Telegraph reported his arrest in December of 2023. “Honest […]
Two Rivers Supervisory Union board agenda for Nov. 7 – UPDATED
The Two Rivers Supervisory Union board will hold its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on Thursday Nov. 7 at Cavendish Town Elementary School, 573 Main St. in Proctorsville and via Zoom. To join the meeting, go to https://trsu.zoom.us/j/82752233377 Below is the board’s agenda. I. Call to Order A. Roll Call II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: III. […]
To the editor: Vote for VL Coffin for Windsor-2
Weathersfield, Cavendish and Baltimore friends and neighbors, I’m proud to endorse and support fellow veteran, VL Coffin, for Windsor-2 House of Representatives seat. VL has dedicated his life to serve Vermont and our country loyally and honorably. He is a decorated veteran, awarded the Bronze Star for his meritorious overseas service. VL has the support […]
