Archive for 2026
Chester Select Board agenda for Oct. 21
The Chester Select Board will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday Oct. 21, 2026 at Town Hall, 556 Elm Street and remotely via Zoom. 1. Approval of Minutes of October 7, 2026 Select board Meeting 2. Citizen’s Comments 3. Old Business 4. Snowmobile Club Use of Roads Approval 5. Memo of Understanding; […]
Alan Stanley Wilder, 94, formerly of Chester
Alan “Al” Stanley Wilder, 94, of Peterborough, N.H., passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 10, 2026. He was predeceased by his parents, Burl Alton Wilder and Ernestine Young Wilder; his sisters Marjorie Lou Ross and Phyllis Wilson; and his wife, Elizabeth “Betsy” Stiles Wilder. Al and his wife of 67 years, Betsy, lived in Chester, […]
To the editor: Charlton represents with common sense solutions
Tom Charlton is not running for a national office. He is not a torchbearer for President Trump nor is he one who would misrepresent himself by using the wrong color on his sign, as someone has accused. Our issues are severe and they are the topics on which we should focus. Is Tom a Republican? […]
To the editor: Hoser presents himself, his views with honesty
During the height of campaign season, signs are one of the best ways for a candidate to get their name in front of their community. So as you drive through Chester, Windsor, Grafton or Athens, it’s a surprise to see only blue signs. One might think, there must only be Democrats running for the House […]
To the editor: The taint of corporate involvement in politics and government
When we hear Republican candidates earnestly talking about reducing regulations, cutting government programs and lowering taxes to help ordinary Americans, we need to recognize the distinction between tactics and strategy. These proposals are tactics. The broader strategy behind them is to drastically reduce the role of government in our lives. We have watched this strategy […]
To the editor: Murray would be a bridge between Windsor and Montpelier
I am writing to express my wholehearted support for Andrea Murray in her campaign for Windsor County Senate. I have had the privilege of knowing Andrea for the past six years and, in that time, I have come to respect her immensely for her dedication, intelligence and work ethic. Andrea is a hardworking farmer from […]
To the editor: Casting my vote for Hoser
The election for our local state representative for the towns of Chester, Grafton, Windham, and Athens is coming up on November 3rd. I have attended numerous forums to hear from the candidates regarding many issues that affect us here in Vermont, our communities, and our everyday lives. I have come away from these events with […]
To the editor: When ‘safety’ is applied to control
Safety is such an interesting word. Who doesn’t love safety? It ranks up there with “mom” and “apple pie.” Most of us are not comfortable with “danger” or “risk” or “threat.” But “safety” is a comforting protective word. Unfortunately, it can be cravenly applied to disarm, to seize control and stifle ongoing debate and an […]
To the editor: Murray is not a moderate Republican
With November elections upon us, these are the times that test our country’s character and its future. And nothing is more important when voting for a person than the quality of their character. Are they humble, are they honest, are they honorable, and do they have integrity? Which brings me to Andrea DeLuna Murray who […]
Chester board hears reaction to draft ‘Town Green Use Ordinance’ Sidewalk news and recap of busy festival weekends
By Shawn Cunningham © 2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC It was looking like the Chester Select Board meeting last Wednesday would be contentious because a draft document for regulating the use of the Chester Green had been circulating in town. For more than a year, the Chester Green has been the venue for a number of […]
Free ‘Hands-Only’ CPR class offered in Londonderry on Nov. 6
Seventy percent of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in the home. Statistically speaking, if you are called on to give CPR in an emergency, you will most likely be trying to save the life of someone you love: a spouse, a parent, a child or a friend. At noon on Friday, Nov. 6, Neighborhood Connections is […]
Ralph Pace of Ludlow marries Gwen Sussman
On Thursday, Oct. 8, Gwen Sussman and Ralph Pace were married at the home of Patsy and Kevin Kintz in Ludlow. The wedding was conducted by Pastor Michelle Fountain of the United Church of Ludlow with the assistance of Jeffrey Pace. Sussman, formerly of Charleston, S.C., and Pace, formerly of Ludlow, will reside at the […]
To the editor: Make history; Vote yes on Prop 4
On Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, you can vote to amend the Vermont Constitution by adding Proposal 4, Equality of Rights. Adopted in 1777, the Vermont State Constitution, our founding legal document stating the overarching values of our society, does not have an equal protection clause that prohibits discrimination based on a person’s race, sex, religion, […]
Right for Vermont holds session on Prop 3 in Chester on Oct. 20
The Right for Vermont Foundation will hold a free public information session in Chester to help voters understand Proposal 3, the constitutional amendment on the Nov. 3 ballot. The event will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20 at the Fullerton Inn, 40 the Common. The session will be open to the public […]
To the editor: Morrow deserves reelection to State House
I would like to encourage the voters of Winhall, Weston, Andover and Londonderry to support the reelection of Chris Morrow as our Vermont state representative. Chris possesses many high quality traits that make him a unique and invaluable voice in our Vermont State House. Chris has the capacity to openly listen respectfully to all his […]
Community lunch at 2nd Congo Church in Londonderry
The Second Congregational Church, 2051 N. Main St. in Londonderry, is announcing our October Community Lunch. Our October lunch will be at noon, Thursday, Oct. 22. This menu will be a traditional turkey dinner, with dessert included. It’s a time for fun, fellowship and great food. All are welcome and a free will offering will […]
Henry Homeyer: Improving soil and planting bulbs — outside and in
By Henry Homeyer ©2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC It will soon be time to gather up your leaves and store them for use in the garden. If you can run over them with your mower to chop them up, they’ll break down quicker, becoming a nice source of organic matter to improve the soil in your […]
Londonderry Library to hold puppetry workshop honoring Pura Belpré
The South Londonderry Free Library is honoring librarian, storyteller and puppeteer Pura Belpré with a puppetry workshop at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17. Learn about this champion of bilingual literature and make your own mini puppet theater with art teacher Casey Junker Bailey. This art workshop is open to all ages and is free […]
To the editor: Tom Charlton a common sense vote in State House
I am giving my support to reelect our state representative, Tom Charlton, who represents the towns of Athens, Chester, Grafton and Windham. He has done a great job, and he works as hard for us as he has managing and operating his own timber framing business. As a minister for 25 years and Boy Scout […]
To the editor: William Hoser understands Vermonters’ healthcare, housing needs
I am writing to get the vote out for William Hoser, a Chester resident and physicians assistant who is running for the House of Representatives for Chester, Windham, Grafton and Athens. Will raised his family in Chester, so he knows what a good education means. He has run two small businesses, was born in a […]