Local Republican Senate candidates make strong showing against north county Democrats
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Republicans from Cavendish, Ludlow and Weathersfield showed electoral strength on Tuesday running for seats in the Windsor County Senate delegation against a slate of Democrats from the northern part of the county. And while they lost overall, their campaigns were a clear challenge to a longstanding majority […]
Many voters favor mail-in ballots, early voting amid brisk turnout at the polls
By Cynthia Prairie and Shawn Cunningham ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Turnout was brisk on this warm and breezy Election Day, in which Americans were choosing a new president and Vermonters were deciding on their gubernatorial and State House seats. Mail-in ballots at times rivaled or surpassed in-person voting in many of our south-central Vermont towns. […]
Republicans victorious in two of three local State House seats
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Republican candidates found enough traction Tuesday to flip two local State House seats held by Democrats, while a Democratic candidate was victorious in a district that has been held by independents for a decade. Anger over higher school and property taxes — and a perceived dysfunction in […]
Amtrak service for Chester and Ludlow? One man has the vision
By Cynthia Prairie ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Preston Bristow wants to see a passenger train run northwest through Chester. The Town Planner for Chester said while it might be years away, he’s getting the idea in front of town residents, Amtrak and the Vermont Agency of Transportation now to begin the process. “Many believe we […]
Brush fire in Ludlow burns 16.5 acres; fire crews continue to work fire today
By Cara Philbin ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC A brush fire that broke out in Ludlow on Saturday afternoon burned 16 acres and required assistance from more than 15 area fire departments to contain the burn as wind continued to whip through the region. The fire continued to burn after dark on Saturday, when crews were […]
GM board votes to preview restructuring plan, overriding superintendent’s schedule
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC In a bid to moderate reaction to an administration-generated restructuring plan for the three schools within the Green Mountain Unified School District, TRSU Superintendent Layne Millington said he would not reveal the plan until the next GM board meeting, on Thursday Nov. 21. But, following board member […]
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Local Republican Senate candidates make strong showing against north county Democrats Incumbents Clarkson and White, newcomer Major take Windsor Senate seats
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Republicans from Cavendish, Ludlow and Weathersfield showed -
Many voters favor mail-in ballots, early voting amid brisk turnout at the polls
By Cynthia Prairie and Shawn Cunningham ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Turnout was brisk on this -
Republicans victorious in two of three local State House seats In Chester, incumbent Chase loses to newcomer Charlton
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Republican candidates found enough traction Tuesday to -
Ludlow businessman Caruso pleads guilty to kickback scheme in New York
By Cara Philbin ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Ludlow business owner Troy Caruso, 57, who also -
CAFC’s Empty Bowl Dinner set for Nov. 9
The Chester-Andover Family Center will hold its 6th annual Empty Bowl Dinner from 4:30 to -
Chester Select Board, Water Commission agenda for Nov. 6
The Chester Select Board will meet at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6, followed by -
Amtrak service for Chester and Ludlow? One man has the vision Town Planner Preston Bristow asks you to weigh in on Vermont Rail Plan
By Cynthia Prairie ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Preston Bristow wants to see a passenger train -
Grafton man, 42, held on firearms charges
©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC A 42-year-old Grafton man has been charged with possessing a firearm, - More News
Community & Arts Life
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1993 Craven film screened Nov. 14 in Londonderry; part of the Vermont Film Festival
The Vermont Film Festival returns to the Depot on Route 100 in South Londonderry at -
Ludlow Rotary Club donates to eradicate polio worldwide
ERADICATING POLIO: The Ludlow Rotary Club recently heard from District Rotary Foundation Chair Diane Barclay -
Proctorsville Ghost Walk Nov. 10
Proctorsville village is home to Vermont’s most haunted inn. One house includes a ghost in -
CAFC’s Empty Bowl Dinner set for Nov. 9
The Chester-Andover Family Center will hold its 6th annual Empty Bowl Dinner from 4:30 to -
VSO String Quartet to play at Chester’s Town Hall Theater Nov. 10
The Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s String Quartet will be performing Elgar to Gershwin and Bach to -
Mountain Town Circus & workshop returns to Flood Brook School Nov. 10
The Mountain Town Circus, sponsored by Neighborhood Connections, will return to Flood Brook School, 91 -
Springfield Rotary Penny Sale raises $16,000
The Springfield Rotary Club Penny Sale, which was held on Oct. 19 at Riverside Middle -
Springfield Rotary Club donates books to CAES students
Through the Rotary Ideals Literacy Project, Springfield Rotary Club members have donated a set of - More in Community & Arts Life
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Amtrak service for Chester and Ludlow? One man has the vision Town Planner Preston Bristow asks you to weigh in on Vermont Rail Plan
By Cynthia Prairie ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Preston Bristow wants to see a passenger train -
Jennifer Chambers appointed to state Clinical Utilization Review Board
Springfield Hospital announces that its director of Case Management and Social Services, Jennifer Chambers, has -
Call for ‘Priority Projects’ needing state, federal funding
Once again, Springfield Regional Development Corp. is partnering with the Mt. Ascutney Regional Commission and -
Grace Cottage to hold community forum on Care Board recommendations
Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital invites the public to an open community forum at - More in Business & Personal Finance
Commentary
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To the editor: Rep. Chase thanks supporters, congratulates Charlton
Dear Residents of Chester, Grafton, Windham and Athens, The voters have spoken, and while the -
From the editor: 10 thoughts on elections and voting
By Cynthia Prairie ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC Most of you may have already voted by -
To the editor: Vote for VL Coffin for Windsor-2
Weathersfield, Cavendish and Baltimore friends and neighbors, I’m proud to endorse and support fellow veteran, -
To the editor: What Republicans stand for
As a Republican, I am for a smaller government close to home. I believe that - More Commentaries
Education News & High School Sports
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Two Rivers Supervisory Union board agenda for Nov. 7 – UPDATED
The Two Rivers Supervisory Union board will hold its regular meeting at 6 p.m. on -
Springfield Rotary Club donates books to CAES students
Through the Rotary Ideals Literacy Project, Springfield Rotary Club members have donated a set of -
Taconic & Green to hold education forums in Dorset, Londonderry this week
The Taconic & Green Regional School District is holding a public forum — “The Future -
GM board votes to preview restructuring plan, overriding superintendent’s schedule
By Shawn Cunningham © 2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC In a bid to moderate reaction to - More in Education
Obituaries
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Margaret Perkins, 99, of Chester
Margaret (Young) Perkins, 99, of Chester, previously of Shaftsbury and of Casselberry, Fla., died peacefully -
Beverly Jean Plumb, 74, of Chester Celebration of Life to be held Sunday, Oct. 13
Beverly Jean Plumb, 74, passed away peacefully at her Chester home on Sept. 16, 2024. -
Frances Webb, 89, of Chester
Frances Webb, 89, passed away peacefully at her Chester home on Sept. 30, 2024. She -
Richard Wallace, 94, of East Acworth, N.H.
Richard A. Wallace 94, passed away peacefully in his home in East Acworth, N.H., on - More Obituaries
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To the editor: Vote for Clarkson, White and Major for state Senate for Windsor
I am writing in support of the Democratic ticket for the Windsor County Senate district: Sen. Alison Clarkson, Sen. Becca White and Joe Major. Alison and Becca are seeking re-election, while Joe hopes to bring his extensive town governance, housing and racial justice experience to Montpelier as a new senator for our district. As a […]
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To the editor: Chase has gone above and beyond for the Athens community
My name is Tina White and I’m a life long resident of Athens. I’m writing to share of state Rep. Heather Chase’s commitment to Athens and other small rural towns. As a small town, it often feels like Athens gets forgotten about. Before Heather Chase was elected, I recall our representative only coming to town […]
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To the editor: Charlton would provide ‘workable balance’ in State House
I am a Vermonter born in Barre, a long-term Chester Select Board member and retired captain of the Vermont State Police. I also coached softball at Green Mountain High School, where I retired from the school system after working with our students for about 15 years. I love Chester and our surrounding towns and know […]
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To the editor: Vote Murray to restore balance in Montpelier
Hello Friends & Neighbors I’m Andrea Murray and running for state Senate in Windsor District because we must make Vermont more affordable. I’m a farmer in Weathersfield, businesswoman and mom who’s struggling too – with a soaring cost of living, high property taxes and feeling we’re not being heard by career politicians. It’s now time […]
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Cavendish Historical Society hosts Day of the Dead celebration Nov. 2
A two-day holiday most associated with Mexican communities, Dia de los Muertos — Day of the Dead — is a time to reunite the living and the dead. The Cavendish Historical Society is hosting a celebration from 3:3o to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Cavendish-Fletcher Community Library, 573 Main St. in Proctorsville. […]
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To the editor: Support Charlton to help break supermajority
I write in support of Tom Charlton for state representative for Athens, Chester, Grafton, and Windham. Why? Well, in part because the supermajority Democrat members of the Vermont legislature rammed through seven new laws despite the vetoes of Gov. Phil Scott. We have learned from a brave Democrat representative that fewer than 10 Democrat legislators […]
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To the editor: Vote for Republicans in General Election
I am a delivery driver and a service technician for a home heating company. The only candidates on the ballot that will not destroy the home heat industry, which my coworkers and I rely upon to support our families in Vermont, are Republicans. The only candidates on the ballot that will not increase our home […]
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Andover Select Board agenda for Oct. 28
The Andover Select Board will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday Oct. 28 at the Town Office at 953 Weston-Andover Road. Below is the board’s agenda. 1. Call Meeting to Order. 2. Act on Agenda. 3. Act on Minutes of October 14th meeting. 4. Public Comment (Time allowance: Five minutes per visitor, […]
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Op-ed: Free, fair, accessible and secure elections
By Sarah Copeland Hanzas The General Election is less than two weeks away. As the rhetoric and “noise” intensifies, it’s worth a reminder that Vermont’s elections are not only among the most accessible in the country, they are also incredibly secure. Election policy is always a balance of accessibility and security. I feel very strongly […]
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To the editor: North Star to move Rockingham Health to Springfield, Charlestown locales
As highlighted by the Green Mountain Care Board’s recent guidance under Act 167, Vermont’s healthcare system is at a crossroads. While their report focused mainly on area hospitals, most healthcare entities in our state are struggling. Effective Jan. 1, 2025, North Star Health will consolidate our Rockingham Health Center with our Springfield and Charlestown, N.H., […]
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Casino fundraiser for Stingrays Swim Team Nov. 2
Dive into an exciting evening of fun and fundraising from 6 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Splash for Cash: Casino Night to support the Connecticut River Valley’s Stingrays swim team. The event will be held at the Crown Point County Club, 155 Golf Course Road in Springfield. Get ready to test […]
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To the editor: Vote your climate conscience at the ballot box
As the election draws closer, we cannot ignore the growing impact of climate change on our communities. Hurricane Helene and now Hurricane Milton, along with dozens of wildfires this past summer — they’re all clear warning signs of a very real climate crisis. This issue deserves more attention than it’s received so far this election […]
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To the editor: Vote Morrow, Bongartz and Plunkett for state House and Senate
As Election Day approaches, we are faced with an important decision about the future direction of our state. I am endorsing Chris Morrow for state representative (Andover, Londonderry, Weston, and Winhall) and Seth Bongartz and Rob Plunkett for state Senate (Bennington County, plus Londonderry, Stratton, and Wilmington) in this election. What sets these candidates apart […]
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To the editor: Why vote for Clarkson, White and Major?
There’s a reason you see lots of signs for Alison Clarkson, Becca White and Joe Major now: They are the cream of the crop running for the Vermont state Senate, and Windsor County voters recognize these stellar candidates. These three share a deep understanding of our communities’ needs and have records as public servants showing […]
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Springfield man pleads guilty to gun charge
©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC A Springfield man pleaded guilty on Monday to a gun possession charge before U.S. District Court Judge William K. Sessions III in District Court in Burlington. According to court records, including the stipulated facts in the plea agreement between the parties, in late February 2024, Ernest Lamphere, 44, was subject to […]
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No one injured, two condos destroyed in fire on Okemo Mountain
By Cara Philbin ©2024 Telegraph Publishing LLC A fire that broke out Saturday night in Okemo Mountain’s Trailside Village community destroyed two condominiums and left a third heavily damaged, Ludlow’s Deputy Fire Chief Fran Kissell told The Chester Telegraph on Sunday. No injuries were reported, but Ludlow Town Manager Brendan McNamara, a volunteer firefighter who […]
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