All Entries in the "Commentary" Category
To the editor: Progressive policies are making Vermonters poorer
Concerning Sen. Alison Clarkson’s recent letter to the editor: Clarkson on why taxes increased so much and what can be done about it: The Vermont legislature is so out of touch with hard working Vermonters that I find it offensive how they find every excuse to blame high property taxes on nearly everything but themselves. […]
To the editor: Clarkson on why taxes increased so much and what can be done about it
Most towns in Windsor County have received their education and municipal property tax bills by now. Many, but not all, towns have big tax increases. Woodstock residents have yet to receive their bills but we can expect a 30% increase. These are increases none of us have budgeted for, and one that will be a […]
To the editor: Thanks to Williams River volunteer water quality samplers
The Chester Conservation Committee wishes to thank the six volunteers who sampled the Williams River every other week this summer. The samples collected give scientists with the Vermont Agency of Natural of Resources and the Connecticut River Conservancy a summer’s worth of data points about the water quality on specific days, at specific times. This […]
To the editor: Upcoming election is important to our future
To the residents of Athens, Chester, Grafton and Windham, This election for our president and vice president may be the most important vote that we as citizens of the United States have had in our lifetimes. Kamala Harris and Tim Walz represent a future rooted in democracy, in civil and human rights, in aspiring toward […]
To the editor: End the Democrats’ supermajority in the Vermont legislature
Another election season is upon us. Ballots will be mailed out starting Monday Sept. 23. I am asking my fellow Vermonters to again take consideration of candidates that will put a stop to the never ending tax and spend agenda of the Democratic supermajority in the Vermont House and Senate. As a lifelong Vermonter, I […]
To the editor: Why is Sen. Clarkson taxing Vermonters?
It likely comes as no surprise to you that Vermont is the third most taxed state in America. By comparison, Wyoming has nearly the same population yet pays roughly half in taxes as Vermont. This year, we just slogged through one of the most painful increases in property taxes, which could have been avoided were […]
To the editor: Clarkson, White are invaluable state senators
There are many acute problems crying for attention in the upcoming legislative session. Affordability is a leading one that affects most Vermonters in one way or another. Families and individuals who would like to live in our communities are priced out due the lack of affordable housing. Businesses cannot fill open positions; hospitals, medical offices […]
To the editor: Retiring state Sen. McCormack backs incumbents Clarkson, White for re-election
I’m writing in support of my state Senate colleagues, Alison Clarkson and Becca White, who are seeking Democratic nominations for re-election to represent the Windsor County District. We’ve worked together to make life better for Vermonters with economic development, a higher minimum wage, childcare, family leave, and school meals. We’ve worked for Diversity, Equity, and […]
To the editor: Morrow seeks support in race for state rep for Windham-Windsor-Bennington
Vermont is at a pivotal time. We are at the mercy of global and national forces such as inflation, climate change, a broken health care system and housing shortages. Simultaneously, we have statewide dynamics to address – primarily our outdated and expensive education funding system, but also hospital finances/health care and housing. How do we […]
To the editor: Weston group hosts Windsor senators 2 to 3 times a year
I am responding to the comment made in Cynthia Prairie’s recent article titled POLITICAL NOTEBOOK on July 17, 2024: It was actually good to see candidates from this southern part of the county — and to see them out and about. They have a vested interest in our communities. I’m not sure if most of […]
To the editor: Childcare payroll tax making a positive impact
Dear Residents of Athens, Chester, Grafton and Windham, As I am out and about in the community, talking with constituents, many have asked about the new payroll tax, Act 76. In the 2023 legislative session the legislature passed Act 76. This Act is already helping to ease the Child Care Crisis that Vermont is facing. I […]
To the editor: Murray announces run for state Senate for Windsor
I’m a local farmer in Weathersfield, proud wife of a combat veteran and mother of a middle-schooler, and I have officially launched my campaign for the Vermont state Senate representing Windsor County. I believe that Vermont is at a crossroads and that voters want an alternative to far-left activist agendas. Gov. Scott is supported by […]
To the editor: Twitchell announces run for Derry Select Board
I am a lifelong resident of Londonderry and have been asked by many to seek the nomination for the open seat on the Londonderry Select Board. I served in the U.S. Navy from 1983-1993, I worked in various roles in the automobile industry and in the machine trade. I have worked for the town of […]
To the editor: Ameden seeks to make a difference filling vacant Derry Select Board seat
Dear Londonderry Community, Being raised in a small town gives you a different perspective on life. Neighbors come together to help each other, while strangers can become family. Opportunities are endless for the younger generation to learn as they make their mark upon the community. I have had the privilege of growing up in such […]
To the editor: Nurse Project thanks community for support
My Community Nurse Project, a non-profit agency working with the residents of Londonderry, South Londonderry, Landgrove, Peru, Weston and Andover is celebrating five years of service in the mountain towns. MCNP provides nursing care, support and exceptional health care advocacy to the residents of these towns. Without the expense of office space and with just […]
Op-ed: The arrogance of Gov. Phil Scott
By Ken Fredette There has been no shortage of notable quotes from Montpelier recently, and not many of them charitable. Reading that our governor referred to lawmakers as “a bit arrogant” in overriding his vetoes at a press conference Tuesday brings to mind several historical quotes and saws. What immediately came to mind were “Let […]
To the editor: Why state lawmakers overturned Gov. Scott’s vetoes
Dear residents of Athens, Chester, Grafton and Windham, As your state representative, I am proud to have participated in the democratic process of legislating last week. On Monday, June 17, the state legislature reconvened at the State House to vote to override Gov. Phil Scott’s veto of six bills of importance to Vermont residents, taxpayers […]
To the editor: Andover Republican runs for VT House
I am running for the House seat in the district of Windham-Windsor-Bennington. This includes the towns of Andover, Weston, Londonderry and Winhall. Earlier this spring, I was active in organizing the GOP in Andover and, to everyone’s surprise, the turnout was great. People are looking for change in our legislature. Families that have lived here […]
To the editor: League of Women Voters honors its male membership
At the League of Women Voters, we are often asked, “can men be members of the league?” And our answer is, “of course, yes!” However, this was not always the case. When the league was founded 104 years ago, it was an organization for women, providing support for suffrage and encouraging their participation in the […]
To the editor: What’s happened to Londonderry?
I have owned a home in Londonderry since 2002, and have lived here full time since 2008. I met my husband here in 1998 — our first date was at The Mill Tavern — and we always knew this would be our forever home. Back then there were locals, second homeowners and new faces to […]
