Archive for May, 2014
Rumrill appointed to Springfield Hospital Board of Directors; Springfield recognized among Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals
SPRINGFIELD Springfield Hospital recently appointed James Rumrill, of Ludlow, to its board of directors. “Jim is well-known to residents throughout our service area, has a long history of community involvement, and brings strong local perspective to our board,” said Lori Muse, Springfield Hospital Board chairwoman. “We are pleased that he is joining our Board […]
Whiting trees get a much-need pruning from RVTC
Students from the River Valley Technical Center’s Horticulture and Natural Resources program have trimmed the trees in front of the Whiting Library. Library trustee Suzy Forlie had contacted the technical center, located in Springfield, to see if its horticulture students would be interested in the work. So on Tuesday, April 29, teacher John […]
Chester Select Board meeting for Wednesday, May 7, 2014
The Chester Select Board will meet at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 7 at Town Hall, 556 Elm St. in Chester. Below is its agenda. 1. Approve Minutes from April 16, 2014 2. Citizen Comments 3. Old Business 4. Request to use the Gazebo on the Town Green: Laurie Nowlan 5. Halfway House Proposal: Wendi Germain […]
Crispiness adds a unique flavor to rice
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com Much like the Persian Polo but a little more flavorful, the crisp rice gives this dish flavor that can’t be found with any spice. Adding just a touch of curry and cayenne adds without overwhelming the natural taste of the crusty rice. Enjoy this side dish with your choice […]
NECA announces 3rd quarter honor roll
New England Classical Academy based in Claremont, N.H., announces the third quarter honor roll for its students in grades 7 through 12 for the 2013-2014 school year. Summa Cum Laude (students earning a grade point average of 97% and higher) Marguerite Cottrill (7th), Greenfield, MA Autumn Rose Prunier, (8th), Springfield, VT Sam Lavertue (12th), Claremont, […]
From humor to history, ‘wild card’ books offer a full deck of Good Reads
Editor’s Note: This week, Chester-Andover Elementary School students Taylor Cote and Olivia Wright, under the guidance of teacher Frank Kelley, have taken a turn at book reviewing. Read their review of Wonder by clicking here. By John Hoover When it comes time each month to write the Good Reads column for The Chester Telegraph […]
‘Wonder:’ A ‘different’ boy finds acceptance in a different place
Editor’s note: The Chester Telegraph is happy to run this review of R.J. Palacio’s ‘Wonder,’ written by students at Chester-Andover Elementary School. By Taylor Cote, Olivia Wright and Frank Kelley Chester-Andover Elementary School August Pullman thinks of himself as ordinary on the inside, but not so much on the outside. He was born with a […]
