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.
From the State House: Town Meeting report
We’ve reached the halfway point of the 2022 legislative session!
LETTER: Fire chief stresses No Parking zone at fire stations
Recently, the fire department has been confronted with an increase in the number of people parking in front of the fire stations.
OPINION: Vermont has a voter suppression problem. It’s called Town Meeting.
Many, mostly Southern, states are now enacting legislation making it more difficult for citizens to vote. This disenfranchisement is blatantly directed at people of color and the working poor, and is rightfully condemned in most national media.
We don’t have this problem in Vermont, right? Wrong.
My old school: How life was at Waterbury High
I, along with my fellow classmates, attended the Waterbury Graded/High School for nine years from 1957 to 1965. We went to the same school our parents and grandparents went to — and it showed. Our desks were fixed to the floor in rows and had a hole in the top to hold ink bottles for the old quill pens.
‘Climate of injustice and racial inequity’ in Vermont schools deserves change
To address incidents of racism and intolerance in high schools around Vermont, the Vermont Student Anti-Racism Network plans to hold discussions about racism and social justice, and talks where students can focus on specific examples in their schools. An informational meeting is scheduled for March 1.
Rep. Wood: Voters to decide two constitutional amendments
It’s hard to believe that we are approaching the second anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Matt Krauss: Thank you for your service
Vermonters are bombarded on a regular basis that race relations are terrible and that we are unable to form a cohesive group working towards a common promising goal.
Waterbury Winterfest organizers thank the community
On behalf of Waterbury Winterfest, we would like to thank you and all who contributed to a successful second edition of our online Wanderlust Challenge and the return of our in-person mid-winter events in Waterbury.
Rep. Ode: Bill aims to end child marriage in Vermont
This week, the Vermont House is considering H.631, a bill that would ban child marriage.
Opinion: We can take more steps to prevent child sexual abuse
Tens of thousands of children are victims of sexual abuse and exploitation in the U.S. every year — in their homes, communities and online.