LETTER: Vt. Congressional delegation gets top scores on conservation
For nearly 60 years, the League of Conservation Voters has published a National Environmental Scorecard to determine which members of Congress are working to protect our air and water, to build a clean energy future, and to ensure our democracy. Here in Vermont, we are fortunate that our Congressional delegation has once again earned top marks.
LETTER: Remember Vermont’s Medal of Honor recipients on March 25
As a veteran, when I hear the words “Medal of Honor,” I think of those military men and women who have gone far beyond their expectations of duty, many giving their lives to save their fellow comrades or shipmates.
LETTER: Writer looks to i.d. man in photo, circa 1939
A reader in North Carolina asks for help with a historic photo.
LETTER: Work continues on exploring school facility options
A rumor is circulating in our towns that the school district is creating a plan to close the Fayston and Moretown schools. As members of the board who have been involved in the Building Visioning Subcommittee, we would like to set the record straight and provide additional context.
Rep. Stevens: Bills crossing over, assessing a veto, & eyeing federal cuts
There is no guarantee that every bill will pass, and there is no guarantee that every need will be met by our work.
LETTER: Activists share praise and criticisms in postcard campaign
Over 30 members of Indivisible Mad River Valley gathered for the “IdesofTrump” mail-in effort, a national, grassroots action to make it clear to President Trump that we stand up against the cruel, illegal and harmful actions of his administration.
Town Meeting Report from Reps. Torre & White
State Reps. Dara Torre and Candice White share their Town Meeting Day report with constituents highlighting work at the State House so far this session.
LETTER: Budget support thanks from Harwood board leaders
We want to thank all our voters for voting on Town Meeting Day, and for supporting the budget.
Editorial: Mitigate or pay
An early occurrence of spring flooding took place last week at Crossett Brook Middle School in Duxbury. It was attributed to circumstances unusual, even in a state that’s seen plenty of flooding situations in the past several years.
Secretary of State: Celebrate Civic Learning Week, March 10-14
This week is Civic Learning Week! This annual celebration of the importance of civics is an opportunity to sustain and strengthen democracy in the United States.
COMMENTARY: Stories that move the needle
Community members share their immunization stories ahead of a free HPV vaccine clinic being held at Harwood Union MS/HS on March 12.
LETTER: Skatepark lands matching donation for March
The Waterbury Skatepark Coalition is excited to announce an anonymous donor has made a $7,500 donation to the skatepark.
LETTER: Headed to France, young hockey player shares thanks
My name is Hailey Huber. I am a 7th grader at Crossett Brook Middle School and a hockey goalie for the Central Vermont Black Bears Tier 2 U14 girls team.
Op-Ed: It’s not too late for a team approach to education reform
Reforming education in Vermont is a complex problem that demands a team approach. Most Vermonters agree that our common goal is to fix our broken education system and make it more affordable.
LETTER: Why we had every right to protest Vance coming to Vt. for a family ski vacation
On Saturday, March 1, an estimated 2,000 Vermonters gathered on both sides of Route 100 in Waitsfield to protest the visit of J.D. Vance to Vermont for a family ski vacation.
LETTER: Bard salutes candidates for ‘a positive campaign’
Thanks to all for running a positive campaign. In this time of divisiveness, all candidates ran on issues and not attacking each other. We have a wonderful community and together we can improve the lives of all who live and work in Waterbury.
LETTER: Sabin thanks voters, applauds ‘democracy at its best’
I want to thank everyone who voted in this election, especially those who took the time to write my name in for Select Board. I have no doubt that Mike Bard and Tori Taravella will work hard for our entire community on the select board.
LETTER: Thank you for all who stood up
Indivisible Mad River Valley thanks everyone who showed up to express their outrage at the current administration on Saturday, March 1, while Vice President J.D. Vance and family were on a ski vacation at Sugarbush.
LETTER: Seeking re-election, Mike Bard ‘proud to represent all’ on the select board
I have been proud to represent all Waterbury residents for the last six years. Our town needs to look to the future, but embrace our past.
Town Meeting Report from Reps. Stevens & Wood
State Reps. Tom Stevens and Theresa Wood will be making the rounds on Town Meeting Day. Here is their joint report to constituents highlighting work at the State House so far this session.