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Andover Select Board agenda for Oct. 14
The Andover Select Board will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday Oct. -
West River Farmers Market closes out 2024 season on Saturday
©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC This Saturday, Oct. 12, is the final day of the West -
Future of Education panel sets first public input session for Oct. 21 Commenter asks to make education jargon understandable
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC The Commission on the Future of Public -
First a lockdown drill, then a real lockdown at GMUHS as Chester Police investigate threat
By Cynthia Prairie and Shawn Cunningham ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC A report of a person -
Education finance panel brainstorms cost containment
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC The Education Finance subcommittee of Vermont’s Commission -
Red Cross Blood Drive at GMUHS Oct. 10
From noon to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, Green Mountain Union High will be -
Legislative Candidates’ Forum Oct. 10 in Ludlow
In keeping with its traditional efforts, Friends of Ludlow Auditorium will sponsor a forum at -
Grace Cottage hosts two Saturday flu shot clinics
Grace Cottage will host flu vaccine clinics from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Oct. - More News
Community & Arts Life
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VINE Sanctuary, Springfield Library host Speak Out event Oct. 11
In honor of National Coming Out Day, VINE Sanctuary and the Springfield Town Library invite -
Shrouded in mystery, Weston’s ‘Woman in Black’ twists time and reality
By Cara Philbin ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC The Weston Theater Company’s final theatrical offering of -
Blessing of the Animals at St. Luke’s on Oct. 13
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 313 Main St. in Chester, will hold a Blessing of the -
Ludlow Rotary’s annual Chili Cook-off Oct. 12
The Ludlow Rotary Club is sponsoring its 33rd Annual Chili Cook-off from 11 a.m. to -
40th Annual Vermont Apple Festival & Craft Show Oct. 12
The Springfield Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold its 40th Annual Vermont Apple Festival & -
Henry Homeyer: It’s time to plant — yes, really!
By Henry Homeyer ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC For some of us, planting time is long -
Riverside Middle students begin lap quilt project to benefit older citizens
Senior Solutions, the Area Agency on Aging for Southeastern Vermont, and Springfield Area Public Access -
Red Cross Blood Drive at GMUHS Oct. 10
From noon to 5 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 10, Green Mountain Union High will be - More in Community & Arts Life
Business & Personal Finance
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Windham Foundation seeks buyer or partner for cash infusion for Grafton Cheese Co.
The Windham Foundation of Grafton has announced that it is seeking a partner or buyer -
Senior Solutions announces new Nutrition & Wellness director
Senior Solutions, the Area Agency on Aging for Southeastern Vermont, announces the hiring of Liza -
VINE Sanctuary receives prestigious 2024 ‘Spirit of ADA Award’
VINE Sanctuary, a Springfield-based farmed animal sanctuary, has been selected as a winner of the -
VT PoC launches the VT PoCket Guide
The Vermont Professionals of Color Network announces the launch of its latest innovative tool, the - More in Business & Personal Finance
Commentary
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To the editor: Springfield Hospital financial health improves as it seek path to future service
Despite a forecast to the contrary outlined in a recent healthcare consultant’s report, Springfield Hospital -
To the editor: Chase demonstrates leadership and knowledge of issues
Greetings to the Voters of Chester, Grafton, Windham and Athens, It is with great pleasure -
To the editor: Jonynas endorses Chase for re-election
It is my privilege to endorse Heather Chase for reelection to the Vermont State House -
To the editor: To save Vermonters, vote Republican Nov. 5
Many residents of Windsor County and all of Vermont are struggling. I am one of - More Commentaries
Education News & High School Sports
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Future of Education panel sets first public input session for Oct. 21 Commenter asks to make education jargon understandable
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC The Commission on the Future of Public -
Education finance panel brainstorms cost containment
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC The Education Finance subcommittee of Vermont’s Commission -
College News
Southern New Hampshire University in Manchester, N.H., congratulates the following students on being named to -
Future of Education panel narrows focus to engagement, short-term cost containment
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Two months into its work, the commission - More in Education
Obituaries
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Francis Webb, 89, of Chester
Frances Webb, 89, passed away peacefully at her Chester home on Sept. 30, 2024. She -
Richard Wallace, 94, of East Acworth, N.H.
Richard A. Wallace 94, passed away peacefully in his home in East Acworth, N.H., on -
Joan Pickering, 83, formerly of Jamaica
Joan Eleanor (Morrison) Pickering, a former resident of Jamaica, Vt., passed away peacefully at her -
Patricia Wyman, 88, of Cavendish
Patricia Ann “Pat” Wyman of Cavendish passed away peacefully at her home on Sept. 5, - More Obituaries
Other Recent Articles
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To the editor: Rep. Chase has been attentive to Windham taxpayer needs
I am writing to support the reelection of Heather Chase, delegate to the Vermont House from the Windham-Windsor District. Heather Chase has kept our community of Windham well-informed about legislation being considered in Montpelier. She has met in person with Windham residents, attended our community events and has submitted articles regularly to our community newsletter. […]
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To the editor: Density based zoning doesn’t belong in Chester’s rural districts
On Sept. 18, the Chester Planning Commission presented the Select Board with proposed changes to the Rural Zoning District Bylaws. Due to questions and concerns that arose during this hearing regarding replacing Minimum Lot Size Requirements with Density Based Zoning, the Select Board voted to continue the public hearing to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. […]
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Children’s fall foliage art workshop Oct. 5 in Weston
Wilder Memorial Library, 24 Lawrence Hill Road in Weston, invites children to join art teacher Casey Junker Bailey for a special art-making workshop at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5. Attendees will listen to a story and then create watercolor trees and decorated leaves to celebrate the season. The program is free of charge and […]
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Chester’s Festival on the Green celebrates 50 years of fun, family and the arts
© 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC The Chester Festival on the Green started 50 years ago as the Sale on the Green. And while it has been through a number of changes of the years — including who manages it and what is sold — it has still become an iconic tradition for Chester and all […]
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To the editor: Sen. Clarkson works hard for Windsor County
The people in Windsor District are so fortunate to have Alison Clarkson representing us in the Vermont Senate where she is majority leader. Clarkson is one of our three state senators from the Windsor District and is seeking re-election for her 5th term in the Senate. In her 20 years representing our communities, in both […]
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State House candidate Charlton to hold Grafton, Chester ‘listening’ events
Hang on to that mail-in ballot! This election you have a vote and a voice. What do you want for the state of Vermont? What are your priorities and concerns? What ideas do you have for solutions? You are invited to tell Tom Charlton, a Republican who is running for representative to the State House […]
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Nordic Harmoni to perform at Peru Fair
Nordic Harmoni will be singing together again during the annual Peru Fair at noon on Saturday, Sept. 28 in the Peru Church, 252 Main St. Nordic Harmoni is the only Swedish-American chorus in southern Vermont; it enjoys sharing Scandinavian heritage and traditions. All interested singers are welcome to join Nordic Harmoni. Seventy percent of the […]
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Longevity-associated plant discussion Sept. 29
Cavendish Historical Society will host a free talk on plants and herbs associated with longevity at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29 at its museum at 1958 Main St. (Route 131) in Cavendish. Dr. Charis Boke, a member of the Anthropology Department at Dartmouth College, will be one of the featured speakers. She is currently […]
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To the editor: State House candidate Morrow on ‘listening tour’ this week
My name is Chris Morrow. I am running for state representative from Andover, Londonderry, Weston and Winhall, the Windham-Windsor-Bennington District. If you would like to meet me and discuss state government, I am on a listening tour with an event in each town over the coming week. Please join me! Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 5 […]
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Electric car cruise-in Sept. 28 at Chester’s Country Girl Diner
Are you EV curious? Come to the Electric Vehicle Cruise In from 4 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Country Girl Diner parking lot, 46 VT-103 in Chester. This event is being held as part of National Drive Electric Week, which takes place from Sept. 27 through Oct. 6. Anyone with an […]
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To the editor: State legislature’s priorities do not include us
In a letter to the editor of The Chester Telegraph last week, state Sen. Alison Clarkson talked about the large property tax increase. In essence, she said they saw the education costs rising rapidly but did nothing about it for three years because they had “free” Covid money they could use to hide the issue […]
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Preorder a Chester Townscape raised wooden planter by Oct. 1
Master woodworker and Chester Townscape member Stu Stocker will create a maximum of 10 handcrafted wooden planters to sell in support of the group’s beautification efforts in Chester. Buyers may choose a rustic style or a Victorian style raised planter; the sealed finish may be painted or stained to accent a desired decor. The Victorian […]
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UU Meetinghouse hosts lasagna dinner Sept. 21
The Unitarian Universalist Meetinghouse, 21 Fairground Road in Springfield, is hosting a last-day-of-summer Lasagna Dinner from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 21. The menu includes different kinds of homemade meat, vegetarian and gluten-free lasagna, fresh garden salad, garlic bread, beverages and dessert. Takeout is available. The cost is $15 for adults and $8 […]
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Derry goat farmer tests fenceless tech at Magic
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC More than three quarters of the way up Magic Mountain on a sunny September afternoon, Aimee Braxmeier sets up a yell. From up one of the mountain’s steep ski trails – far enough to be out of sight – comes bleating of goats. After a couple more […]
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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. […]
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Abbigale Williams awarded Andover Scholarship
Abbigale Williams is this year’s recipient of the Andover Scholarship. She graduated from River Valley Technical Center and Green Mountain Union High School and will be majoring in criminal justice at Elmira College in Elmira, N.Y. Her goal is to become a game warden. She is the daughter of Wesley Williams, one of 70 previous […]
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