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Looking back, looking ahead
Preparing this special holiday issue of The Gazette made us realize what an incredible year it’s been. Our communities might seem small and sleepy from afar, but there’s a lot going on around here. Thanks to your loyalty and support, The Gazette has been here to keep you informed. And now The Gazette is[Read More…]
For the Record
Last week’s story “Seats to be available on select board,” about the December 4 Hardwick Select Board meeting should have indicated a total of three select board seats are available to be filled at town meeting, Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Two seats with a one-year term, and one with a[Read More…]
Messy mix possible again
EAST HARDWICK — Moderating temperatures closed out the work week last week, with lows struggling to drop below freezing Thursday night under the influence of a southerly flow. Some snowpack was lost in the process, despite all of the early-season accumulation. Some additional warmth may reach the northeast just in[Read More…]
Chasing away the darkness
EAST MONTPELIER – As I write, it’s only a quarter past four in the afternoon, but I wouldn’t want to be walking in the woods right now without a light. Down at the foot of the driveway, the headlights of homebound traffic zoom past, and a soft snow sifts down[Read More…]
Lew-Smith talks about second book
HARDWICK – Last Tuesday evening, the Jeudevine, in partnership with the Galaxy Bookshop, hosted local author Jodi Lew-Smith for the official launch of her second novel, “Asa James.” The event was held in the Parker Ladd Community Room. About forty people attended. Galaxy Bookshop co-owner Andrea Jones introduced Lew-Smith, using[Read More…]
Weeks Gone By, Dec. 18, 1960
The Hardwick Gazette, 65 Years ago EAST HARDWICK ––– Village Nursing Home Mrs. Alice Carpenter, age 76, and patient at the Village Nursing Home since February 1960, died on Dec. 19. Mrs. Carpenter had been critically ill for the past week, during which she was visited several time by her daughter,[Read More…]
Weeks Gone By, Dec. 18, 1925
SUIT OF LONG STANDING FINALLY SETTLEDCaledonia County Grammar School Case in Which Towns of Hardwick and Concord and the University of Vermont Were Involved After being in the courts for a dozen or more years, the Caledonia County Grammar School case has been settled, and the towns of Hardwick and[Read More…]
Heller’s World
Bird brain isn’t so bad
WHITE RIVER JUNCTION – Once meant as an insult, being called “bird brain” should really be considered a compliment, especially if the bird in question is a Black-capped Chickadee. Scientists have amassed decades of research demonstrating the cognitive powers of these small, feisty birds. As year-round northeastern residents, chickadees prepare[Read More…]
Oh, Christmas trees
The Christmas tree is a well-known symbol of the holiday, but it wasn’t always so. Decorating with evergreen boughs dates back thousands of years to celebrations during the winter solstice, a reminder that life continued even in the coldest months. Decorating a tree at Christmastime originated in Germany. In[Read More…]
Imagining a new community forest
HARDWICK – Hardwick has a unique opportunity to turn over 300 acres on Buffalo Mountain into a community forest. We should take it. This summer, 329 acres on Buffalo Mountain were listed for sale. This includes the summit and the northeast side of the mountain; practically everything you see from[Read More…]
