COMMENTARY: The value of human life
Either human life is intrinsically valuable, or it is not. Assisted suicide denies its intrinsic value. Much more sane, humane, and compassionate is to recognize the value of human life, full stop.
LETTER: Vermont Short-Term Rental Alliance forms local chapter
As a longtime second home owner in Waterbury, I would like to invite others in this community who own or manage a short-term rental property to a social networking event to start a Waterbury chapter of the Vermont Short-Term Rental Alliance.
OPINION: Fact v. Fiction and the Clean Heat Standard
With the Clean Heat Standard, Vermont finally has an effective tool to help reduce dependence on fossil heating fuels. That’s important both for reducing climate pollution and reducing heating costs.
LETTER: Fundraiser supports displaced Ukrainian children
Everyone's Child, a nonprofit that I'm on the board of directors for, is raising funds to support the Ukrainian children who have been orphaned or displaced by the devastating war in their homeland.
LETTER: Waterbury Backcountry Rescue marks two decades
On April 18 we wished a happy 20th anniversary to the Waterbury Backcountry Rescue Team.
LETTER: Stop student seclusion and restraint immediately
Editor’s note: The following letter was sent to the Harwood Unified Union School Board and shared with Waterbury Roundabout.
LETTER: Student shares context to recent Harwood dialogues on safety
I have recently been made aware of multiple public responses to information I shared at the March 23 HUUSD School Board meeting.
OPINION: This bill can cut carbon emissions and save energy costs
Two years ago, Vermont adopted the Global Warming Solutions Act and committed to reducing carbon emissions 80% by 2050.
COMMENTARY: If not now, when for a Vermont Clean Heat Standard?
In 2020, the Legislature passed the Global Warming Solutions Act, which among other things created the Vermont Climate Council made up of administration officials and legislative appointees charged with developing a Climate Action Plan by December 1, 2021 in time for lawmakers to consider proposed programs and legislation in the 2022 session.
Bills would update end of life law, add Alzheimer’s support
Most of the time between now and the end of the legislative session in mid-May is spent working on bills passed to the House from the Senate.
LETTER: Special delivery to Central Vermont Medical Center
On Friday, April 8, Girl Scout Troop 30228 of Waterbury donated five cases of assorted Girl Scout cookies to the nurses at Central Vermont Medical Center.
Behavior, discipline and Harwood Union High School
I write to the full board and community after discussing with board leadership, the situation we find ourselves in following a serious incident of misconduct at Harwood Union High School.
OPINION: Will recent student assault problem be resolved through student voice at Harwood?
On Wednesday, March 23, during the Harwood Unified Union School District School Board meeting, the Board heard from a Fayston parent whose son was assaulted by several students in a school bathroom on February 1.
Stowe Street Café launches April fundraiser for Ukraine
Stowe Street Café has put together a Fundraiser for Ukraine for the month of April with 100% of the proceeds going to World Central Kitchen which is on the front lines providing food to families who are still in and fleeing their country.
Trails group renames Perry Hill Trail after Bob Marley tune
Waterbury Area Trails Alliance is announcing that the trail formerly known as “Rastaman” is entering into a new chapter of riding as “Small Axe.”
From the State House
The House Committee on General, Housing and Military Affairs approached the deadline of “crossover” at a high rate of speed.
LETTER: Waitsfield native, Harwood alum collects donations for Ukrainian refugees
I am writing to you as a Waitsfield native and a 2012 Harwood Union High School alum, now living in Richmond, Virginia. Through my professional and personal networks, I have connections to individuals from Ukraine who are now in great need of assistance.
Report from Montpelier
The first half of the legislative session is behind us. What does that mean? All bills must be voted out of committee in the House and the Senate in order for them to be considered by the other body.
Sunshine Week 2022: Transparency is key to restoring public trust
Every year we join with government transparency advocates from around the country to celebrate Sunshine Week (this year March 13-19), serving as a reminder that a well-functioning government is built upon the public’s right to know. Good government is open government!
St. Joseph’s Orphanage story offers lessons for abuse prevention
There is an extraordinary exhibit at the Vermont History Museum, one that I encourage you to visit. It will be there until July 30.