Archive for 2026
Kinhaven announces free Fall Concert Series
Kinhaven Music School in Weston announces a new series of free concerts this fall. Now including Ludlow, Shrewsbury, Bennington, Landgrove, and additional dates in Manchester and Weston, Kinhaven’s second-ever fall season is more robust than ever. Kinhaven, located on a picturesque 31-acre campus in Weston, celebrates its milestone 75th anniversary in 2027, as well as […]
Springfield Rotary Penny Sale raises $15,000 for scholarships
The 72nd Annual Springfield Vermont Rotary Club Penny Sale, held on Saturday, Oct. 17 at Riverside Middle School in Springfield, raised more than $15,000, which will help fund scholarships for Springfield students heading to college. An enthusiastic crowd of about 500 attending the event, with more than 350 prizes with values from $15 to $500 […]
A walk in the Chester wood with forester Hannah Dallas
Join the Chester Conservation Commission and Hannah Dallas, town forester for southern Windsor and northern Windham counties, for a walk through the Chester Town Forest on Water Farm Road in Chester from 4 to 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 23. Three areas of the Town Forest that are marked for harvesting this winter will be […]
CAES to hold pancake dinner fundraiser to send kids to Keewaydin
All are invited to Chester-Andover Elementary School, 72 Main St., from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 19 to enjoy a wonderful meal to help the 5th and 6th grade classes to attend Keewaydin Environmental Education Center, for a week-long outdoor learning experience in May 2028. The menu consists of fluffy pancakes, maple syrup […]
Charlton, Hoser square off in Chester forum
By Nicholas Boke and Cynthia Prairie © 2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC Around 75 people attended last Tuesday’s forum for Vermont House candidates for the Windsor-Windham District, pitting incumbent Tom Charlton, a Republican, against Democratic challenger Will Hoser. Both are Chester residents seeking to represent the towns of Athens, Chester, Grafton and Windham in the Vermont […]
Balint among dozens in Congress targeted with suspicious letters
©2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC U.S. Rep. Becca Balint of Vermont was notified by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service of a suspicious letter intended for her office that is being handled by authorities. On Friday afternoon, Maryland Rep. Sarah Elfreth’s district office in Howard County “was evacuated after a suspicious letter and substance were delivered by […]
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 […]