OPINION: Trapping season starts Oct. 28; baited traps threaten all animals
Vermont’s trapping season begins on the fourth Saturday of October and runs through March 31 each year.
LETTER: Middle schoolers will ski and ride thanks to Eli Brookens Memorial Fund
We’re happy to report that for the last four years, Eli’s fund has helped students who have applied for scholarships to receive seasonal ski and snowboard rentals, so they could participate in the Crossett Brook Ski & Ride Program.
Atty. General warns of ‘pink pitfalls’ during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
For nearly 40 years, October has been designated Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and for good reason. One in eight women will develop breast cancer.
LETTER: Community thank-you from Waterbury Common Market
I want to thank everyone who helped make our recent move and name change successful at the Waterbury Common Market. We had a large number of people step up to help in one way or another, and I wanted to take a moment to thank them.
Vermont delegation lobbies for rail service to Quebec and new preclearance facility
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Vermont Congressional delegation, led by Senate Commerce Committee member Sen. Peter Welch, D-VT, this week called on Amtrak to provide an update on the establishment of interim preclearance operations to support rail travel between Vermont and Quebec and the federal actions needed for the full implementation of a preclearance program.
Commentary: I wasn't ‘stranded’ at Burning Man
I missed most of the news of Burning Man this year as I was there, without internet service. But the news got in. We heard the front page of the New York Times had declared us stranded. We heard FEMA was staging nearby. We were to be part of a disaster.
Wanted: Public comment on financing climate action in Vermont
State Treasurer Mike Pieciak has issued a request for public comment on strategies for financing climate infrastructure including green energy, weatherization, and resiliency in Vermont.
Vulnerable community members become capable through Central Vt. Adult Basic Education programs
This week, Sept. 18-22 marks Adult Education and Literacy Week, both in Vermont and around the nation.
LETTER: Harwood Boosters reorganize, seek new members
To the Community: Harwood Boosters are back!
Manager’s corner: A summer update from Waterbury’s municipal manager
This is the second installment of my semi-regular/quarterly update. Anyone who is interested in more detail can always call me or stop in at Town Hall.
LETTER: Subscriptions open for Waterbury Ambulance Service
To the Community: Waterbury Ambulance Service’s Annual Household Subscription program is now open to residents in our service area: all Waterbury and Duxbury residents, and Moretown residents in the 05676 zip code.
LETTER: One Town, One Book project honors Vermont author’s passing
“Vermont Perspectives” is a beautiful collection of essays on Vermont – the landscape, the people, and the general feeling of place… We feel honored to have known [Averyt] for the short time we did and that we were able to introduce her words and experiences to a wider audience.”
Back-to-School: Vermont expands access to education and training
As summer draws to a close, students are getting ready for the school year ahead. This year, back-to-school is a bit more financially manageable for many Vermont’s families thanks to Vermont leaders who made an exceptional investment to fortify Vermont’s economy last legislative session.
LETTER: School district should make aides staffers vs. contractors
Dear HUUSD School Board, I am writing to express my concern regarding the concerning correlation between high rates of restraint and the district's reliance on contracted service providers. It is important that we do not overlook this issue and take proactive steps to address it.
LETTER: Time to retool school and teach the trades
I have long believed that cutting Industrial Arts from our local school was a mistake.
LETTER: Thanking a behind-the-scenes volunteer extraordinaire
There have been dozens and dozens of stories written about the clean up and recovery efforts after the recent floods that swamped Waterbury and the surrounding towns. However, not one of these stories is complete without mentioning Liz Schegel.
Atty. Gen. Clark: Avoid scams in the aftermath of disasters
Vermonters have pulled together after July’s flood – but scammers are looking for opportunities to exploit our generosity and heightened emotions to steal our money. You can protect yourself and your community by avoiding – and reporting – these disaster-related scams.
Shauna Hill: Deal now with mental health issues to avoid disruptions later
Vermont is again experiencing a truly devastating scope of loss, damage and overwhelm from the catastrophic storms and flooding last week.
Secretary of State: Vermont’s climate crisis demands action
It is time for the governor to pivot on climate policy. There are a few simple things the governor can do right now to make a difference and help Vermont be a leader in reducing greenhouse gas emissions. And more importantly, prevent greater tragedy.
OPINION: It's time to reckon with the river
If there is anything this extreme rain storm has taught me, it's that community resilience is critical.