MORRISVILLE – Copley Hospital has hired Barbara Walls as the executive director of development, marketing and public relations. She joined Copley on January 13. Walls is a native New Englander, with 20-plus years of experience. She spent the last two years with the University of Vermont as the managing[Read More…]
Our Communities
Applications Accepted to Build Home
GREENSBORO BEND – The Greensboro Initiative of Central Vermont Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications for a home-ownership opportunity in Greensboro Bend at 1119 Main Street through March 14. The project features a modern, energy-efficient duplex for two qualifying families or individuals. These starter homes will be affordable, costing[Read More…]
Free Webinar Series Offered for Dairy Farmers
BURLINGTON – A new webinar series will delve into topics of interest to dairy farmers in northern New England, including current dairy research and programs, funding opportunities, shared industry challenges and practices to improve dairy management and increase profitability. The Tri-State Dairy Exchange: Navigating the Future of Dairy series will[Read More…]
Open Meeting Law Training Video Available
MONTPELIER – Vermont Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas announced the release of a new training video for public officials about the Open Meeting Law. Under updates to the law from the 2024 legislative session, the training video will be mandatory viewing for public officials serving on public bodies[Read More…]
Open Call for Poetry
HARDWICK – Local author Dede Avery seeks submissions of poetry, which will be posted in windows along Main Street in April in celebration of National Poetry Month. Submissions are open through February 28. Submissions are limited to one poem per person; the poem can be any form but must be[Read More…]
Free String Light Recycling, through January
BARRE – Free holiday string light recycling will be held at the Additional Recyclables Collection Center (ARCC) through January 31. Old or broken holiday string lights may be recycled for free at the Additional Recyclables Collection Center. Also accepted are a variety of other hard-to-recycle items, so see the ARCC page on our website for the[Read More…]
Ski Loans, Lessons, through February 15
HARDWICK – The Hardwick Trails Loan and Lesson program runs through February 15. Every Saturday morning at 9 a.m., weather and trails condition dependent, the log cabin behind Hazen Union School will be staffed with volunteers who fit skiers with the right size skis, poles and boots, and send[Read More…]
Silence and Soup, Tuesdays
GREENSBORO – Silence and Soup will be held weekly on Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., from February 4 through February 25, at the Greensboro United Church of Christ. There will be sitting in silence with others is a practice known to bring a sense of peace and calm and sharing[Read More…]
Surf Rock Party, Jan. 25
HARDWICK – A beach party will be held January 24 at the American Legion, sponsored by the Civic Standard. The evening features the Burlington-based band Barbacoa, tacos from Caja Madera and tiki drinks. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., with bathing attire optional.
Community Conversation about Town Survey Results, Jan 15
GREENSBORO COMMUNITY CONVERSATION about Town Survey Results, January 15, 5:30 p.m. at the Greensboro United Church of Christ Fellowship Hall. Residents are invited to a community supper, followed by a presentation of the key survey results and breakout sessions This is an in-person event only. RSVP at https://forms.gle/T1PpjtUrjUrVjYrK9 Contact Kent[Read More…]
Bleeding Control Course, Jan. 20
MARSHFIELD – A course in bleeding control will be offered on Monday, Jan. 20, 6 to 8:30 p.m., at the Jaquith Public Library. This free one-hour course is designed to save a life if bleeding occurs. Different methods of controlling bleeding and providing immediate lifesaving assistance will be presented. Attendance[Read More…]
Winter Wellness Remedies, Recipes, Jan. 26
MARSHFIELD – On Saturday, Jan. 26, 2 p.m., Kenzie Khaliq of Wild Faith Wellness will lead a free hands-on class at the Jaquith Public Library. Recipes will be available for remedies for sinus and respiratory infections and a batch of fire cider. For more information, seejaquithpubliclibrary.org or call (802) 426-3581. The[Read More…]
