Archive for October, 2016
To the editor: Who are the people behind the wind company?
The tiny towns of Grafton and Windham are faced with the possibility of a 28-turbine wind project being built on our ridgelines. This, the largest industrial wind development in Vermont, would forever change these quiet rural towns and the lives of their residents. The magnitude of this development is high up on the Richter scale. […]
Re-imagined ‘Macbeth’ in modern mode a winning production
By David Lampe-Wilson ©2016 Telegraph Publishing LLC Ghosts walk Northern Stage’s production of Macbeth, playing through Oct. 23. Set in the present and performed in modern dress, this re-imagining may not be appreciated by Shakespeare traditionalists. Swords are replaced with automatic weapons, armor becomes Kevlar vests and some basic themes are twisted to suit the creative […]
To the editor: Windham Selectwoman responds to resident’s pro-wind letter
These comments are in response to Mary McCoy’s op-ed, which appeared in The Chester Telegraph on Aug. 29. As a selectwoman in Windham, I responded to them at the Sept. 6 Windham Select Board Meeting, with the full intent that any of our residents who were unable to attend would still be able to view/hear […]
Leaf through fall’s flavors, New England’s bewitching history
By John Hoover ©2016 Telegraph Publishing LLC Autumn makes its own special mark on our senses: fall foliage and Halloween costumes to delight our eyes; cider and pumpkin pie to tantalize our taste buds; the aroma of wood fires to excite our sense of smell. In line with this new season the staff at Phoenix […]
A crunchy turkey salad introduces kids to Brussels sprouts
By Jim Bailey theyankeechef.blogspot.com This turkey salad is a great way to introduce children to Brussels sprouts. All you need to do is boil the Brussels sprouts in plenty of water until soft, but not mushy. Immediately drain and set aside. See NOTE. Dressing: 1 cup reduced fat mayonnaise 3/4 cup nonfat plain yogurt 3 […]
