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Three area students graduated from Plymouth State University, located in Plymouth, N.H., on May 11. They are: Brandon Bennett of Springfield graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science & Policy. Mackenzie Peters of Chester graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Physiology and Madison Tennis of Springfield graduated Magna Cum […]
Luminous Crush kicks off Chester Concert Series
Luminous Crush is kicking off the five-week Chester Summer Music Series at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 11 on the lawn of the Academy Building, 230 Main St., across from the Green. Laura Molinelli and Bay Campbell present original bluegrass, alt country, psychedelic fusion, dream pop, indie rock and whatnot. Founded in 2015, with roots […]
VINE Sanctuary offers free ‘Pasture Pals’ program for kids Thursday mornings from July 11 through Aug. 15
Did you know that cows create families? Or that goats can help you make art? Kids will learn that, and even experience art with goats, at VINE’s Pasture Pals, a free humane education program designed for elementary school children. Each session takes place between 10 a.m. and noon on Thursdays beginning on July 11 and […]
So. Derry Library hosts bear-themed art, reading program July 12
The South Londonderry Free Library, 15 Old School St., invites children of all ages to a summer art-making adventure with art teacher Casey Junker Bailey at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 12. Learn how to draw Bear and friends, get some library swag and take home a copy of the Caldecott Honor Book Bear Came […]
Two awarded Springfield Rotary scholarships
SPRINGFIELD SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS: From right, Springfield Rotary Club President Debbie Cox and Scholarship Committee members Jim Fog, Bob Flint and Ed McQuaide flank this year’s Rotary Scholarship winners Springfield seniors Lily Farnsworth and Marshall Simpson, who were each awarded a $3,000 scholarship. Farnsworth will be attending Roger Williams to study architecture and Simpson will be […]
Vermont launches site to aid problem gamblers, train service providers
The Vermont Department of Mental Health announces the launch of a website designed to assist individuals and families affected by problem gambling. VTGamblingHelp.org is a resource for those seeking immediate assistance and support for problems related to gambling, as well as those looking to promote healthy and responsible gaming behaviors. Over 11,600 Vermont residents are […]
Chester Democrats to hold Senate primary candidate forum July 16
©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Five candidates running for the Democratic nomination for three Windsor County state Senate seats with be participating in a forum for Democratic Primary candidates organized by the Chester Democratic Committee. The event will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16 at Chester Town Hall, 556 Elm St. […]
Springfield Players presents ‘It Had To Be You’ Show runs weekends July 12-14 and July 19-21
Springfield Community Players second production of its 2024 season —It Had To Be You — will be presented at its theater at 165 South St., at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 12 and 19 and Saturday, July 13 and 20, with matinee performances at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 14 and 21. It Had To […]
Soul Rockers to perform July 10 in Proctorsville
Soul Rockers will be performing at the Concert on the Green series in Proctorsville at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10. The Svec Memorial Green is located at the intersection of Depot and Main streets. Soul Rockers is renowned for captivating performances and exceptional musical talent. This group of diverse musicians comes together to perform […]
Vermont joins states urging Supreme Court to uphold federal restrictions on ‘ghost guns’
Maryland Matters Staff Report ©2024 Maryland Matters Vermont has joined 21 states, the District of Columbia and the Northern Mariana Islands urging the Supreme Court to uphold federal restrictions on “ghost guns,” unregistered and untraceable weapons that can be assembled at home from kits. The brief, filed Wednesday by attorneys general from the 24 jurisdictions, […]
Jennie Wright, 87, of Chester
Jennie Ella (Smith) Wright, 87, of Chester, passed peacefully at home on July 2, 2024. Born in Windsor, Jennie was the oldest of seven children born to Harold and Oriet (Linscott) Smith. She was married to George E. Wright until his passing in March of 2003. Jennie and George managed dairy farms in Colchester, Cabot […]
Ludlow Fire Chief Kolenda ‘retires,’ gets a ‘ride home’ parade
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Ludlow Fire Chief Peter Kolenda started his career in firefighting in 1970 as a junior firefighter in Proctorsville. He was just 11 years old. This past Sunday, he “retired” as chief, but said he’d stay on as a Ludlow firefighter just so he could “be the old […]
Green thumbs unite to spruce up Chester-Andover Family Center
©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC The Chester-Andover Family Center, 908 VT-103, got a refresh on Tuesday with an updated landscaping and new plantings thanks to the efforts of Chester Townscape, Terrigenous Landscape Architecture as well as Family Center volunteers. The groups worked for about three hours under the morning sunshine to replant the front beds and […]
Vermont one of two states chosen to test federal program to improve patient outcomes
By Danielle Brown ©2024 Maryland Matters Vermont and Maryland have been chosen as test-subject states for a new federal program that officials hope will improve patient outcomes and bridge inequities while constraining hospital and medical costs. The U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced Tuesday that Vermont and Maryland will be the first states […]
Meditrina in Chester gets $110,000 in loans for wine bar, restaurant
©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Meditrina, a 14-year-old wine, cheese and beer shop owned by Justin and Amy Anderson and located at 295 Main St. in Chester, has been approved for two loans worth $110,000 for its long-planned expansion for a wine bar and restaurant called The Meditrina Wine Bar. Earlier this week, the Springfield Regional […]
Changing of the Gavel at Ludlow Rotary
Members of the Ludlow Rotary Club met at the summer home of member Tom Harris for their annual “Changing of the Gavel” and picnic. The gathering was highlighted by the introduction of the new LRC President George Thomson. Thomson presented outgoing President Thomas Ray with a plaque commemorating his leadership and guidance of the club […]
Springfield Garden Club announces 2024 scholarship winners
The Springfield Garden Club announces its 2024 scholarship winners. Abbigale Williams of Andover is the recipient of the 2024 Springfield Garden Club Scholarship. She is a graduate of Green Mountain Union High School and will be majoring in Criminal Justice at Elmira College in Elmira, N.Y. However, it was her minor, Environmental Science, that caught […]
Ian Odigie, DPM, appointed to Vermont Medical Board
Gov. Phil Scott recently appointed Ian Odigie, a doctor of Podiatric Medicine, to a five-year term on the Vermont Board of Medical Practice. Odigie joined the staff of Springfield Podiatry at Springfield Hospital in September of 2021. The Vermont Board of Medical Practice oversees licensing of allopathic physicians, physician assistants and podiatrists and certifies anesthesiologist […]
2024 Cavendish concert season opens July 3 with Gypsy Reel
The Town of Cavendish and the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association invite the public to join in an evening of fun on the Svec Memorial Green, located at the intersection of Depot and Main Streets, in Proctorsville, at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3. The annual Cavendish summer music series begins with the sounds of […]
SINGO fundraiser packs United Church hall, raises $1,120 for bell restoration
A special SINGO Bingo Night was held on June 24 to raise funds for the United Church of Ludlow’s “Ring Out Love” Capital Campaign. Enthusiastic members of the community packed the church hall and raised $1,120 to rehabilitate the church’s historical bell. “We were thrilled to see so many people in the community come out […]
