MARSHFIELD – The Winooski River started jumping its banks, May 30, in Marshfield along Route 2. Roughly 15 miles northeast of Montpelier, flooded fields and submerged trees were observed by motorists along the side of the road, but not yet approaching the roadway. More rain was in the forecast, including[Read More…]
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Art heist presentation and discussion, June 3
ST. JOHNSBURY – Wednesday, June 3, 6 p.m., Professor Erin Thompson will present “Heist! How to Steal a Masterpiece (And Why You Probably Shouldn’t Try)” at the St. Johnsbury Anthenaeum. This talk explores the world of museum heists. Thompson is America’s only professor of art crime. She holds a PhD in[Read More…]
Inquisitive readers book club, June 25
ST. JOHNSBURY – Thursday, June 25, at 6 p.m., the Inquisitive Readers Book Club will meet at the Athenaeum Hall. The June book selection is “Once There Were Wolves” by Charlotte McConaghy. For more information, contact Megan Robinson at [email protected] or (802) 748-8291. This event is free, ADA accessible, and open[Read More…]
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East Hardwick children’s parade, June 6
EAST HARDWICK – The East Hardwick Children’s Parade will take place Saturday, June 6, at 11 a.m. Check-in begins at 10:30 a.m. at Hardwick Chiropractic, 54 School Circle, Rte. 16. All surrounding communities are welcome. Children may wear a favorite costume, dress up pets (or parents), decorate bicycles, wagons or doll[Read More…]
Car crash
PLAINFIELD — On May 22, at approximately 7:51 a.m., troopers from the Vermont State Police Berlin Barracks were notified of a two-vehicle crash on High Street, near Towne Avenue, in Plainfield. Through investigation it was determined that Operator No. 1 was identified as Andrew Buckley of Cabot. Operator No. 2[Read More…]
Erosion
Wind and wavesso in love with the Earththey can’t keepthemselves from returningto the shore Over and over –sand is bornscouring away the hoursof each day, eitherplanned or erratic No angle of reposecan hold backour wearing away. Erin Rosenthal, Woodbury This poem was written for the Verse-Village celebration of April Poetry[Read More…]
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Fairfield’s run ends despite gem from Alekson
WAPPINGERS FALLS, N.Y. – Former Peoples Academy (PA) star Ben Alekson’s Fairfield University baseball team saw its season come to an end last week in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Championship last week. Alekson took the hill for the Stags on Wednesday night in the MAAC Tournament opener, throwing[Read More…]
AWARE Report
HARDWICK – Eleven people used AWARE services between May 17 and May 26. The AWARE 24-hour hotline is (802) 472-6463. A non-profit established in 1984, AWARE serves Hardwick and the greater Hardwick area in preventing and healing the trauma of domestic and sexual violence. AWARE provides help during immediate crises,[Read More…]
Hokum Brothers perform at Opera House, June 14
PLAINFIELD – Plainfield Arts presents The Hokum Brothers on Sunday, June 14, at 7 p.m., at the Plainfield Opera House. The Hokum Brothers sing original songs filled with humor and satire that add social commentary to true-life experiences. Recent appearances include performances at the Flynn Center for the Performing Arts,[Read More…]
