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As we become unmoored
GREENSBORO – The United States has had more than its share of moral failure. From the Trail of Tears to the My Lai massacre there is plenty for us to be ashamed of. But with our democratic institutions, our Constitutional rights and the power of dissent, for 250 years, we[Read More…]
Emotional health of seniors is not optional
MONTPELIER – I vividly remember the days, years ago, when I would occasionally deliver meals to homebound neighbors in our communities. Each visit lasted only 30 to 60 seconds, but the impact was profound. An isolated elder’s face would light up when I stepped through the door. I often knew[Read More…]
Sue Slayton remembers Hardwick history: Upstreet, downstreet, overstreet
HARDWICK – Claire “Sue” (Goodrich) Slayton, grew up hearing stories about her grandfather, Samuel Daniels of Sam Daniels Manufacturing Company Inc., a maker of wood and coal furnaces in Hardwick and Montpelier from 1908 through 1969. Graduating from Hardwick Academy in 1966, Slayton has many memories of Hardwick’s unique community[Read More…]
At the crossroads of too many lines
HARDWICK – One of the less visible parts of running a town like Hardwick is how many different regional systems overlap here. On paper, Vermont looks neatly divided into counties and regions. In practice, especially in this corner of the state, those lines rarely line up in ways that make[Read More…]
Two fishers meet in the winter woods
DEER ISLAND, Me. – Fishers (Pekania pennanti) have a reputation as the northern forests’ ultimate misanthropes. These mesocarnivores are so territorial that within six to eight months after their birth, young fishers are unceremoniously pushed out of their mother’s home range to fend for themselves. This forced eviction leads to[Read More…]
Seeds, frazil, and flocs: the story of ice
HANOVER, N.H. – Mile-long Trout Brook cuts downhill through heavily bouldered glacial moraine in the Indian Ridge area of western New Hampshire. Like any woodland brook, it features waterfalls, cascades, pools and coves. By mid-December it is usually frozen over, with audible water running under the ice and snow. Only[Read More…]
Late winter is best time for pruning
NORTH ADAMS, Mass. – Just because there’s snow on the ground doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do in the garden until spring. Late winter is often the best time to prune many deciduous trees and shrubs while they’re still dormant. Pruning during dormancy poses less stress on trees and shrubs[Read More…]
Elementary school holds mock town meeting
WOODBURY – For more than 260 years, Vermonters have gathered to make their voices heard. On Friday, Feb. 20. Woodbury Elementary School carried that tradition forward with its annual mock town meeting. Both current superintendent, Dr. David Baker, and incoming superintendent, Becca Tatistcheff attended. All students had the opportunity to[Read More…]
Advocates, legislators celebrate Universal School Meals
HARDWICK – “Universal meals is the right thing to do for our children, families, communities and education,” said Valerie Hussey, Orleans Southwest Supervisory Union (OSSU) Food Services Director last week. Legislators, supporters and advocates from Hunger Free Vermont, the School Nutrition Association of Vermont and the Vermont Farm to School[Read More…]
Leahy named to Dean’s List
LOUDONVILLE, N.Y. – Cormac Leahy has been named to the Siena University Dean’s List for the Fall 2025 semester. Leahy is from Greensboro. To be named to the Dean’s List, a student’s grade point average for the semester must be between 3.5 and 3.89.
Goddard Spark launchs, April 10
PLAINFIELD – The Goddard Spark is an upcoming lifelong learning program within the former Goddard College campus. The first residency will occur Friday through Sunday, April 10 to 12, with instructors teaching a variety of classes that recognize individualized learning styles, meet individual needs and fosters community. The initial courses[Read More…]
