HARDWICK – Hardwick Electric Department’s (HED) Board of Commissioners announced “On April 10, 2024 the General Manager of Hardwick Electric Department resigned, effective immediately.” Addressed to “Customers of and Residents of Communities Served by Hardwick Electric Department” and dated last Friday, April 12, the letter’s subject is “Transition of General[Read More…]
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Vermont Conversation: Peace Activist Jules Rabin
MARSHFIELD – Jules Rabin talks about his century of raising hell and raising bread, “One can’t look the other way when something dreadful is going on,” Rabin said. Even if you don’t know Jules Rabin, there’s a good chance that you have seen him protesting or read one of his[Read More…]
Eight Students Participate in History Day
CRAFTSBURY – Eight Craftsbury Academy students participated in Vermont History Day in Burlington on April 6. The theme of the contest this year was “Turning Points in History, ” with nearly 300 students from across the state participating. Madison Amell and Adrienne Robillard presented “Harriet Tubman and a Fight for A[Read More…]
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Crocuses in Bloom
Trustees Decide to Close Goddard College at Semester’s End
PLAINFIELD – Goddard College’s Board of Trustees announced on April 9 that despite decades of dedicated efforts to sustain the institution, they have ultimately arrived at the heart-wrenching decision to close the College’s doors. Facing financial insolvency, the board of trustees voted unanimously to close at the end of the[Read More…]
4-H Spring Showcase Features Local Talent
LYNDONVILLE – On April 6, 4-H members from 14 clubs in Caledonia, Essex, Lamoille and Orleans Counties traveled to Lyndon Town School in Lyndonville for the 2024 Northeast Regional 4-H Spring Showcase. Throughout the day, the 4-Hers demonstrated what they have learned through their 4-H projects and club activities by[Read More…]
Galaxy Bookshop Recognized by National Magazine
HARDWICK – On April 4, The Galaxy Bookshop reported on their Facebook page, “We are so happy to learn we’re featured in an article by AAA this month about New England bookstores!” The bookstore has been listed by AAA Magazine in an article titled, “10 Independent bookstores in Northern New[Read More…]
Craftsbury School Board Selects Lisa McCarthy as Next Principal
CRAFTSBURY – Craftsbury Schools and Orleans Southwest Supervisory Union Announce that Lisa McCarthy has been chosen as Craftsbury’s next principal. McCarthy, the current principal of Lakeview and Woodbury Elementary Schools begins her role on July 1. “The [Craftsbury] school board is pleased to welcome Lisa to Craftsbury, and excited to[Read More…]
