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Controversial Wildlife Bill Dies in Vermont House
MONTPELIER – Over the last several years, a debate over how to manage wildlife has become a symbol of a broader cultural divide in Vermont. During the recently concluded legislative session, that debate culminated in S.258, a bill that would have changed the state’s wildlife management structure. Many supporters of[Read More…]
Hucking Hatchets: Axe Throwing Opens Shop
HARDWICK – At only 5 years old, Fin has never thrown an axe, but it’s his name that christens a new business in Hardwick where customers can do just that. His parents, Bryan Palilonis and Gabby Benham, opened Master Fin’s Axe Throwing on Route 15 in April, an expansion of[Read More…]
Alumni Association Fundraiser, Reunion on Tap
HARDWICK – The Hardwick Academy/Hazen Union Alumni Association is tackling a number of projects heading into May and June. First up for the HA/HU Alumni Association is a chicken barbecue fundraiser being held Spring Festival Weekend, Saturday May 25, at Atkins Field in Hardwick. This will be the second year[Read More…]
4-H State Day Puts Spotlight on Local 4-H Talent
BARRE – The 2024 4-H State Day, May 4 in Barre, provided a platform for talented Vermont 4-H’ers to entertain and educate family, friends and other visitors as they shared what they have learned through their 4-H projects, activities and events. University of Vermont (UVM) Extension 4-H sponsored the annual[Read More…]
Finn’s Axe Throwing
Weatherization Workshop
Craftsbury Schools’ Future Subject of Forum
CRAFTSBURY – A community forum will be held on Wednesday, May 15, in the Craftsbury Academy Gymnasium to continue the Craftsbury Schools Vision Process. The mission of the process is to determine the best way to educate the students of Craftsbury given the present opportunities, challenges, resources and constraints. This[Read More…]
Starr Recognized by Gov. Scott in Adjournment Address
MONTPELIER — Governor Phil Scott delivered his annual adjournment address to awmakers at the close of the legislative session on Saturday, May 11, saying, “I want to thank each of you for serving here in this building, whether we agree on issues or not. You’ve stepped up and taken on[Read More…]
Aurora Borealis
Fontaine to Help Keep Lights On
HARDWICK – The electric department’s board of commissioners held a special meeting on Monday, May 6, for a management planning update. They signed an agreement with Jim Fontaine, temporarily engaging him to manage the Hardwick Electric Department (HED). Fontaine presented an on-call schedule that includes support from Morrisville and Stowe[Read More…]
Ski & Ride Supporters Expected at May 21 Meeting
HARDWICK – The Tuesday, May 21, Hazen Union School Board meeting at 6 p.m. may see a crowd if community comments and letters to the editor are an indication of support for the school’s Ski and Ride program that is facing changes for the 2024/25 school year. The meeting, in[Read More…]
