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Burkland opens medical practice in Chester; SMCS honors nurse; Stettner recognized for BRAT environmental work; photographer featured in Saxtons River
Burkland opens medical practice in Chester Greg Burkland, ND has opened an office at 295 Main St. in Chester, home of Moon Dog Café, SongYard Children’s Playspace, Sama Yoga and The Art Garden, VT. Dr. Burkland continues to practice Naturopathic Medicine and CranioSacral Therapy at Green Mountain Family Medicine in Rutland, where he has […]
Rumrill appointed to Springfield Hospital Board of Directors; Springfield recognized among Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals
SPRINGFIELD Springfield Hospital recently appointed James Rumrill, of Ludlow, to its board of directors. “Jim is well-known to residents throughout our service area, has a long history of community involvement, and brings strong local perspective to our board,” said Lori Muse, Springfield Hospital Board chairwoman. “We are pleased that he is joining our Board […]
Community Loan Fund aids local businesses; Paint recycling comes to Vermont
In the first quarter of 2014, the Vermont Community Loan Fund loaned $907,500 to Vermont’s small businesses, developers of affordable housing and child care programs. The loans have resulted in the creation and preservation of 49 local jobs, plus affordable homes and quality early care and education for Vermont children. Two projects are in the […]
Classes offered to help businesses prosper
The Vermont Small Business Development Center is offering a new series of classes to offer business people and owners access to some deeper skill sets that many have been asking for. Each class is $49. Hiring right the first time, with Deb Eibner Tuesday, May 6; 1 to 4 p.m. Hiring the right […]
CAES kids get lessons in renewable energy
Father and daughter team Lee and Hannah Gustafson have been spreading the word about renewable energy to some of the most influential people in Chester — kids in kindergarten, first and second grades at Chester-Andover Elementary School. Their lessons are part of Teens Reaching Youth for the Environment, the newest leadership program offered […]
Committee seeks donations to spruce up Chester
The recently formed Chester Beautification Committee, an all-volunteer organization under the auspices of the Chester Economic Development Corp., is seeking contributions to help purchase large planters to be filled with flowers and placed in key locations in the town center to show that Chester is a thriving and welcoming place to visit, shop and […]
Cavendish calendar seeking sponsors
The Cavendish Community and Conservation Association is looking for sponsors for its 2015 calendar celebrating life in Cavendish. Businesses, groups or individuals may sponsor a page in honor of a group, an organization or a special person. Sponsorship is $120 for a month or $65 for a shared month. Sponsors name and logo […]
GM students discover STEM careers right around the corner
About 20 community members offered career advice to Green Mountain Middle and High School students in special presentations at the school on Friday, April 11. Students were told that the way to have a successful career later is to get their hands dirty today. “One of the best pieces advice I heard at […]
Volunteers sought for Green Up Day; Weathersfield Inn kicks off wild culinary weekends
Green Up Day Saturday, May 3 With spring comes an unwelcome sign — the trash and detritus that had been buried under the long winter’s snows. The town of Chester and the Chester Conservation Committee are coordinating local Green Up Day efforts, asking volunteers to help pick up large loads of trash. A […]
$500,000 anonymous gift for Vermont Law School
SOUTH ROYALTON Vermont Law School, ranked No. 1 in the nation for environmental law and in the Top 20 for clinical training, has received a gift of $500,000 gift from an anonymous donor. Given by a trustee who wishes to remain anonymous, the unrestricted gift may be used to support any number of programs […]
The River Artisans announces new officers
The River Artisans Cooperative, located at 26B Main St. in Saxtons River, has elected its 2014–15 slate of officers at its annual meeting held Saturday, April 5. The new board is Elizabeth “BJ” Clauson and Carolyn Harris, co-presidents; Debbi Wetzel, vice president; Franklin and Roberta Geist, co-secretaries; Mary Hepburn as treasurer; and Pat Bellows as […]
Springfield Hospital now offering 3D breast imaging
SPRINGFIELD The Breast Care Center at Springfield Hospital is introducing the latest technology in breast imaging that offers patients a new level of sophistication in diagnostic technology. Breast tomosynthesis, also known as 3D mammography, produces exceptional three-dimensional images of the breast, allowing radiologists to manipulate the images to see areas of concern from […]
Energy partnership praises PSB decision on Vermont Yankee
In response to the Vermont Public Service Board’s approval today of the Vermont Yankee Certificate of Public Good, Vermont Energy Partnership President Brad Ferland issued the following statement. “This is good and important news. For years Vermonters have sought a win-win agreement between Vermont Yankee and the State of Vermont. Today’s decision to approve […]
Chester Economic Development board elects members, officers
T he Chester Economic Development Corp. has recently elected officers and directors for the coming term. Steven Davis and Marcia Dawkins were recently elected as board members, while Mark Martins, Dale Williamson, Lynne Reed and Tom Bock were re-elected to the board. Officers for the upcoming year are Bill Dakin, president; Lynne Reed, vice president; […]
Springfield Hospital wraps up centennial celebrations
Springfield On the 100th anniversary of its first patient – March 4, 2014 – Springfield Hospital formally concluded its centennial celebrations that began on the 100th anniversary of the Hospital’s incorporation, Aug. 3, 2013. With a theme of “Goodbye to the Past… Hello to the Future,” hospital staff and board members gathered with community members […]
Proctor native named golf pro at Manchester club; Mt. Ascutney PA earns specialty credentials
MANCHESTER Michael Harger, former assistant professional at Ridgewood Country Club in Paramus, NJ, and a Vermont native, has been named head golf professional by the Manchester Country Club in Manchester, VT. Harger joins the Manchester Country Club after serving as an assistant for four years at the Ridgewood Country Club, which hosts the PGA […]
Saxtons River resident named to Kurn Hattin board
WESTMINSTER Bill Scarlett of Saxtons River officially joined Kurn Hattin Homes’ Board of Incorporators in January. Scarlett, who is the school counselor at Bellows Falls Central Elementary School, served as Kurn Hattin’s director of counseling from 1999 to 2006. In addition, his New Jersey-based family have had an interest in Kurn Hattin’s programming for several […]
$1 million in USDA funds available for small business lending
Waterbury During a visit to Cork, a premium wine bar and specialty food establishment on Stowe Street in downtown Waterbury last week, Gov. Peter Shumlin, U.S. Department of Agriculture officials and staff from the offices of U.S. Sens. Patrick Leahy, Bernie Sanders and Rep. Peter Welch announced that the Vermont Economic Development Authority has been […]
New chef at Weathersfield Inn; nominees sought for preservation awards; $1 million grant for telemedicine; Vermont dairies honored for quality milk
Weathersfield Inn hires new executive chef PERKINSVILLE The Inn at Weathersfield, noted as one of the top 10 culinary inns by Bon Appetit magazine, has named Jean-Luc Matécat as executive chef. Matécat’s responsibilities include creating and overseeing the culinary experience for both inn and dinner guests, teaching classes at the inn’s non-professional classroom studio, The […]
Business ownership succession workshop set; Commission on Women appointee; forum on climate change and winter business
An introduction to business ownership succession planning will be offered from noon to 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 12 at the Howard Dean Education Center, 307 South St. in Springfield. There is no cost for this event. Attendees will receive a copy of “An Owner’s Guide to Business Succession Planning,” and lunch will be served. Participants […]
