AREA TOWNS – Town meeting day is traditionally held on the first Tuesday of March, but some towns have made other arrangements in an attempt to hold the meeting at a more convenient time for more voters to attend. The following towns have warnings contained in their annual town reports: [Read More…]
Raymonda Parchment
Candidates share reasons to serve town
HARDWICK – February 21 saw select board candidates meet for an open forum. Only standing room remained at the start of the proceedings, moderated by community organizer Audrey Grant, with all eight candidates in attendance. For the full recording, visit hctv.us. Running unopposed for a three-year seat, current select board[Read More…]
Proposed town forest questions answered
HARDWICK – Informational meetings Thursday, Feb. 19, provided an overview of the timeline, necessary steps and prospective costs to the taxpayer for those interested in the proposed Buffalo Mountain Town Forest. Frequently asked questions such as taxpayer cost were also addressed. A potential contribution of $25,000 from the town of[Read More…]
Heller’s World by Joe Heller
Lamarre’s career week helps Wildcats rebound
HARDWICK – The Hazen Union boys basketball team rebounded from a disappointing season series sweep to Randolph to start the week with dominating wins over Lake Region and Montpelier to stay in the hunt near the top of the Division III standings. Sophomore Eli Messier punished the Wildcats in the[Read More…]
H.385 creates remedies for coerced debt seen locally
MONTPELIER, HARDWICK – Rep. Edye Graning, vice chair of the House Committee on Commerce and Economic Development, joined advocates and survivors at the statehouse this week to highlight H.385, a bill that would create remedies and protections for Vermonters facing “coerced debt,” debt incurred through abuse, manipulation or exploitation. Supporters[Read More…]
Residents question town meeting location, accessibility
HARDWICK – The first regular February select board meeting, began with Ann Gilcris of Hardwick, saying, “I saw something the other day that kind of disturbed me, and I finally decided I’d come here and speak to you about it.” She said, “Now, what made you decide that the Town House[Read More…]
Vermont Food Venture Center celebrates 15 years
HARDWICK – In January, the Vermont Food Venture Center (VFVC) celebrated its 15 year anniversary. Owned and operated by the Center for Agriculture Economy (CAE), the VFVC was established in 2011, opening their doors in Hardwick to offer three state-of-the-art, shared-use commercial kitchens to rent for food entrepreneurs, farmers and[Read More…]
War, war and more war
Like many others, I watched the opening ceremonies of the 2026 Winter Olympics on my television over the weekend. I was moved by the calls for peace and the sheer talent and beauty created by the countless dancers, artists, technicians and more. The combination of stunning visuals, with messages of[Read More…]
Calais, Worcester School closure votes set Feb. 10
CALAIS, WORCESTER – The Washington Central Unified Union School District (WCUUSD) configuration committee, the school board and district leadership have recommended the consolidation and closure of two elementary schools, Calais Elementary School and Doty Elementary School, citing low enrollment as a contributing factor. An election to vote on whether or[Read More…]
Familiar faces petition for municipal positions
GREENSBORO – In preparation for town meeting day, area communities are holding informational meetings and forums for those interested in running for town offices. As of last Thursday’s meeting, the town of Greensboro had received several petitions, some for select board seats, others for municipal positions. The meeting began with[Read More…]
Davis, Gwinn perform Feb. 8
ADAMANT – The local duo, D. Davis and Marc Gwinn, will perform at the Adamant Community Club on Sunday, Feb. 8, 3 p.m., as part of the Winter Sunday series. Featuring guitar work by Davis and vocals by Gwinn, the duo’s repertoire includes everything from Rodgers and Hart standards to[Read More…]
