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Economic development leader denies embezzling
BARRE – The former leader of a nonprofit economic development organization has denied a charge accusing her of embezzling more than $70,000 from the group. A charging document filed ahead of Thursday’s arraignment for Melissa Bounty also provided new details into what authorities say she spent the money on. “She[Read More…]
Tri-partisan vote passes vaccine policy bill
MONTPELIER – House Speaker Jill Krowinski issued the following statement following the tri-partisan vote of 127-9 to pass H.545, an act relating to issuing immunization recommendations: “Today’s vote on H.545 is another example of the Vermont House of Representatives taking action to protect the health and safety of Vermonters in[Read More…]
Snow and Cold
Public comment sought on species conservation plan
MONTPELIER – The Southern bog lemming, whorled pogonia orchid, lake sturgeon and wood turtle may not seem to have much in common. But, all four are classified as “Species of Greatest Conservation Need” (SGCN) in a newly-drafted update to Vermont’s Wildlife Action Plan, which is now available for public comment. To[Read More…]
Chili cook-off at Civic Standard, Jan. 21
NEK members gather at statehouse
MONTPELIER – “All roads lead to the Northeast Kingdom.” Senator Peter Welch shared as community leaders from across Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom gathered at the Statehouse on Thursday, Jan. 22, for NEK Day, a day of collective advocacy focused on the unique needs and strengths of the region. Nearly 100 Northeast[Read More…]
Winter Market, January 25
No judge
To the editor: No judge. No jury. No trial. Put him on the ground. Shoot him. He’s dead. Ross Connelly Hardwick
Heller’s World
Purple and Gold night: Hardwick Academy heritage
To the editor: Aaron Hill’s infamous Purple and Gold night got its beginnings back on December 30, 2022. What an event it was, reliving the glory days of the Hardwick Academy Terriers. Hill went above and beyond in preparation to make that Hardwick Academy evening one for the history books.[Read More…]
Bridge 31 options being considered
To the editor: Bridge 31 in East Hardwick was removed in April 2024 after flood damage. Since then, people who relied on the bridge have used an alternate crossing. The Town of Hardwick is evaluating long-term options and has begun targeted written outreach to people who relied on Bridge 31[Read More…]
