Hannah's House is offering a free four-part parenting class for community members in the Harwood school district via Zoom starting Jan. 29.
U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., today released this statement ahead of the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which is poised to begin on Sunday, Jan. 19.
I would like to submit for readers comments that I presented to the Harwood Unified Union School Board at their Jan. 8 meeting. The text follows.
Since the November election, many Vermont Democrats have been reflecting on the results and lessons learned. To some, a significant problem was messaging.
The new vice-chair of the Senate Natural Resources Committee, Sen. Terry Williams, R-Poultney, kicks off the legislative session with a rude and dismissive response to a constituent's concerns about trapping.
Did you know the U.S. does NOT have an Equal Rights Amendment? We have the chance now to get it done. Once and for all. Give women the same protections under the law as men have.
As we welcome the New Year, many Vermonters are setting resolutions to build new skills, improve their health, or spend more time with loved ones. This year, let's add a resolution that really pays off: saving for retirement.
Central Vermont Habitat for Humanity joins the world in mourning the death of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and joins observances around the world to remember his life of service.
Did you know the United States does NOT have an Equal Rights Amendment? We have the chance now to get it done once and for all. Give women the same protections under the law as men have.
Anglers take note: Waterbury Reservoir and nine other Vermont lakes have individually petitioned the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources to ban wakesports and/or wake boats — 500-horsepower behemoth vessels that create artificial wakes for behind-the-boat surfing.
This month, Central Vermont Council on Aging looks to the public to help sustain our diverse selection of free services for older adults in central Vermont.
Everybody knows it takes a village. It takes collective effort to raise a child, to raise social consciousness and to raise the quality of life. What does it take to nurture and nourish that village? The Sunflower Natural Foods Store has fulfilled that role for the past 20 years.
Friends of Waterbury Reservoir urges the community to weigh in on whether wakesports should be allowed on the Waterbury Reservoir. The state holds a public hearing Dec. 12 and will accept written comments through Dec. 23.
Gwenna Peters writes in about the power of journalism and invites readers to donate to Waterbury Roundabout.
Kane Sweeney says he plans to file to be a candidate on Town Meeting Day for a three-year term on the Waterbury Select Board.
To the Community: So many people lack empathy towards wild animals who are simply trying to survive.
It’s no secret that the final weeks of the year loom large for most nonprofits as a key time to replenish financial reserves. Organizations large and small who rely on their supporters announce their reminders of good work done in recent months and plans for the year ahead to continue their missions.
State Reps. Tom Stevens and Theresa Wood say they expect the upcoming annual forecast from the state Tax Commissioner regarding the cost of public education in 2025 and its impact on property taxes will be unacceptable.
A recent article published in the Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department’s 2024 Vermont Hunting and Trapping Guide entitled, “A Word of Thanks to Vermont’s Trappers,” illustrates the inherent bias and resulting obstacles to truly scientific, objective management of Vermont’s furbearer species (e.g. otters, bobcats, foxes).
Once again, we asked “What are you thankful for this year?” and we're particularly happy that teachers at Crossett Brook Middle School shared the prompt with their students. We have collected notes of thanks and share them with you this Thanksgiving.
The following is a letter written to Gov. Phil Scott by Lamoille South Supervisory Union Superintendent Ryan Heraty and shared with the wider community.
For the past 4 years, we've asked readers of all ages, "What are you thankful for this year?" We're asking again this year.
To the community: Thanks to all who supported my campaign. Statewide it was good to see voters send the message that they have had enough of Vermont’s runaway legislature. I have spoken to many local voters who feel the same.
To the voters of Duxbury, Moretown, Fayston, Waitsfield and Warren: I’m so grateful to have been re-elected on Tuesday and am honored to serve our Washington-2 towns and Vermont for another term. Thank you for your trust in me.
In October, I announced my campaign to be Vermont’s next Speaker of the House. Now, after an election that eliminated the House supermajority, I want to acknowledge the challenges we face, share why I’m stepping forward and outline my vision for how the legislature can shift priorities and address Vermonters’ most urgent needs.
Vermont Republicans campaigned on affordability for Vermonters and more balance in the Legislature. Vermonters delivered.
The recreational trapping season in Vermont begins on the fourth Saturday of October each year and lasts through March 31.
We all have a deeply personal healthcare story, an experience that overwhelmed us with gratitude for the caregiver who was there in that life-altering moment. Some we are relieved to recount, and others end in the agony of loss.
To the voters in Waterbury, Huntington, Bolton and Buel's Gore: Thank you for reelecting me as your state representative.
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ELECTION COMMENTARY
For those experiencing sticker shock from viewing their property tax bills this year, you’re not alone. I get it. Or, I got it, as our tax bill soared on a 1,000-square-foot house on 2 acres, 5 miles from town on a dirt road.
The General Election is less than two weeks away. As the rhetoric and “noise” intensifies, it’s worth a reminder that Vermont’s elections are not only among the most accessible in the country, they are also incredibly secure.
Do you remember the days when if a politician even mentioned raising taxes they were duly excluded from getting your vote? Well, it’s time for Vermonters to wake up and pay attention.
If you are someone who knew Hunter, loves/loved skateboarding, or know of someone who has died by suicide, please consider making a donation in Hunter’s memory.