EAST MONTPELIER – There’s a reason politicians so often show up at barbecues, ice cream socials and block parties. It’s where the people are at their most relaxed and most sociable. It’s a lot easier to chat with voters at a pig roast than at a so-called town hall meeting,[Read More…]
Latest News
Bookworms turn to lighter fare
HARDWICK – There is much to cover at the Jeudevine this month so let’s jump right in. On June 19, at 5:30 p.m., in the Parker Ladd Community Room the Hardwick Trails Committee, together with Adaptive Sports Partners, is hosting the premiere of a Vermont-based documentary film, “Best Day Ever.”[Read More…]
It is premature for us to vote
GREENSBORO – The Town of Greensboro will be holding a Special Town Meeting at the Highland Arts Center on June 30, at 7 p.m., to vote on two extremely important matters which will affect whether the Town of Greensboro continues to hold town meeting in a way that allows and[Read More…]
Understanding Vermont public education landscape
MONTPELIER – As you probably know, Vermont is at a crossroads, many argue a crisis, concerning the costs to operate Vermont’s public education system and the results. Property taxes have grown 40% in the last five years, while results are declining. Before digging into the details of what Montpelier did[Read More…]
The Amazing Hardwick Area
Hardwick area, comprised of old-timers, some since birth, some recently finding its worth. This amazing area Is attracting people from all over, who are caring, sharing Who join right in – seeking opportunities to observe or even serve, those that have the nerve In an attempt in the community to[Read More…]
Back to basics, we can land the plane
Can you recall a time in your life when a strong mentor or guide, one with whom you perhaps completed breakthroughs that you found to be practically miraculous handed power back to you? A time in which that person might have said “you’re amazing, and you’ve got this on your[Read More…]
Jackson Dam Is one piece of much larger conversation
HARDWICK – Over the past several weeks I’ve written about the Jackson Dam study, sediment accumulation and some of the questions communities often ask when aging river infrastructure comes into focus. But Jackson Dam is only one small part of a much larger system. The Lamoille River does not begin[Read More…]
Cochran continues to stock store for Walden community
WALDEN – There’s a small store at the corner of South Walden Road and Route 15 where the “Open” flag seems to always be flying. Diane Cochran, 78, has run that store in Walden for 34 years. The Corner Stop Inn Shop is open six days a week from 7 a.m. to[Read More…]
US flag has long, varied history
CABOT – The American flag’s long and varied history began before Betsy Ross was said to have stitched the first flag in 1777. There were several versions of the American flag. One of the first had 13 red and white stripes to symbolize the 13 colonies and the British Union[Read More…]
Plant peace
SHELBURNE – According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, it’s generally safe to plant outside after Memorial Day in Vermont. My funky feet keep me from gardening, but they don’t stop me from planting seeds of peace. My mother was a botanist and my dad a frustrated farmer. One of my[Read More…]
Hydrangeas are easy to grow, popular garden additions
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. – Hydrangeas are such a familiar fixture in home gardens, it’s easy to assume there’s not much know about them. While it’s true they’re easy to grow, there are a few things to know when adding a hydrangea to a yard. Hydrangeas are deciduous shrubs. Some have[Read More…]
