CASTLETON – Jay LeCours of East Hardwick, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from Castleton University following the successful completion of the spring semester in May 2023. Castleton University celebrated the accomplishments of members of the Class of 2023 at its 236th Commencement ceremony on Saturday,[Read More…]
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Rothammer Named to Dean’s List
IRVING, Texas – Zachary Rothammer of Wolcott, Vt., was named to the spring 2023 Dean’s List at the University of Dallas for earning a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher. Rothammer is a Senior Economics major. Undergraduate students at the University of Dallas must complete two years of fundamental coursework[Read More…]
Cedar Apple Rust Fungal Disease Requires Two Hosts
by Ann Hazelrigg, Extension Plant PathologistBURLINGTON – With our recent rainy weather, you may have noticed bright orange orbs with gelatinous tendrils on our native eastern red cedar and ornamental cedars (Juniperus spp.). These are the galls of the cedar apple rust disease pathogen, Gymnosporangium juniperi-virginianae Schwein. This unique fungus disease[Read More…]
Local Students Graduate from UVM
BURLINGTON – UVM President Suresh Garimella conferred degrees on an estimated 3,383 graduates at the university’s 222nd Commencement ceremony. Speaking on the spirit of excellence, the Honorable Sethuraman Panchanathan, director of the U.S. National Science Foundation, delivered the keynote address. The following local students earned bachelor’s degrees from UVM: Samuel[Read More…]
History of the Common Loon July 26
GREENSBORO – Craftsbury biologist and loon rescuer Eric Hanson will present a talk and slideshow on loons at the Greensboro Free Library on Wednesday, July 26, at 5 p.m. He will discuss the recovery of loons in Vermont over the past 30 years, the threats that they face, and the[Read More…]
Bread & Puppet Presents: Mother Dirt Mass Saturdays
GLOVER – The Church of Mother Dirt will be offering services every Saturday at 4:30 p.m., through August 26th, following performances of “Idiots of the World Unite Against the Idiot System.” Bread and aoli will be served following the Mass. Mass is located in the Paper Mache Cathedral at the[Read More…]
Talk on Women and the Civil War on July 25
ALBANY – On Tuesday, July 25, at 6:30 p.m., Howard Coffin will discuss “Vermont Women and the Civil War” at the Albany Town Hall. “Vermont women enlisted for the duration.” So said a Vermont historian assessing the war years of 1861-1865. Vermont’s Civil War battlefield record is well documented: breaking[Read More…]
B&P Presents “Idiots of the World Unite”
GLOVER – As war brutalities reign permanently and festively, “Idiots of the World must unite against the Idiot System.” Bread & Puppet’s new show presents the idiocy of the current system through a series of painted banners, puppetry, a fiddle sermon, and more. Performances will take place every Saturday at[Read More…]
Vermont State Police
On January 18, at 12:19 p.m., Troopers from the Berlin Barracks were notified of numerous stolen checks from a residence in Calais. The investigation revealed that Shaun Deschamps, of Berlin had stolen the checks from the Calais home that he had been subcontracted to work at. Subsequent investigation led to[Read More…]
Spittlebugs Hide in Plain Sight
by Liz Dengate MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Spittlebugs are the color of a new spring leaf, their bodies both tiny and so fat that you hardly notice their six miniature legs underneath. This plumpness makes them an appetizing snack for various insect predators – or would, anyway, if spittlebugs didn’t have[Read More…]
Donated Cars Benefit Local Community Organizations
Cheryl Luther Michaels, Community Journalist EAST HARDWICK – For those who have a vehicle they’re not using, they might consider donating it to benefit a local nonprofit. The Northeast Kingdom Council on Aging, The Craftsbury Community Care Center and the East Hardwick Neighborhood Organization, along with other Vermont and national[Read More…]
Sutherland Tribute at Annual Folk Concert
CALAIS – The 24th Annual Folk Music Concert will pay tribute to the late Pete Sutherland, lifelong Vermonter, world citizen and exceptional musician, on Sunday, August 6, at 4 p.m., at the Old West Church. Featured on the program are current and past members of Young Tradition Vermont Touring Group.[Read More…]
