Author Archive for Press release
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Londonderry to host community meeting on suspicious fires
In response to public concerns regarding suspicious fires in and around South Londonderry, state Rep. Oliver Olsen of Londonderry has scheduled a community meeting at the Londonderry Town Hall in South Londonderry, at 7 p.m. Monday, June 8. Capt. J.P. Sinclair, head of the State Police Criminal Investigation Unit, Det. Lt. Daniel Trudeau, head of […]
New to Springfield, Advance Auto Parts opens storefront
SPRINGFIELD Advance Auto Parts Inc. – the largest automotive aftermarket parts provider in North America serving both professional installers and do-it-yourselfers – will open its first store in Springfield at 2 Chester Road Suite 2, beside Shaw’s Supermarket, on Thursday May 21. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be at 11:45 a.m. Friday, May 22. The […]
Kurn Hattin luncheon held to honor more than 100 volunteers
WESTMINSTER K urn Hattin Homes for Children held its Annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon on Thursday, April 30 to honor and thank the more than 100 volunteers who devoted their personal time and energy throughout the year. Executive Director Connie Sanderson thanked the volunteers for their selflessness, also acknowledging their importance in making a long-term difference […]
Plastic surgeon opens office at Chester Family Medicine
Springfield Medical Care Systems welcomes Gerald A. Drabyn, MD, FACS. Dr. Drabyn is a board-certified plastic surgeon with more than 35 years of experience in hand, skin, burn and other cosmetic surgeries. Drabyn works with children as well as adults, and specializes in cleft lip and palate surgery, cosmetic surgery and breast augmentation, reduction and […]
West River Montessori hosts toddler program open house
The West River Montessori School at 3650D Route 100 North n South Londonderry is hosting an open house for its toddler program from 6 to 7 p.m., Thursday, May 21. The public is invited to visit the school, experience the Montessori method and meet teachers and families. Contact 802-824-5033 or wrmsabc@gmail.com with questions.
Blooming Chester: Townscape seeks donations for planters
It’s springtime in Chester. The daffodils, planted by Chester Townscape, are blooming beside the Hearse House, Public Tomb, Brookside Cemetery and Civil War Monument and serve as reminders that growing weather has arrived and that it’s time to order new flower pots or to replant ones purchased last year. These planted pots will give a […]
Windham Co. meetings to address economic development strategies
Southeastern Vermont Economic Development Strategies will host four regional meetings to update members of the community about the progress toward implementing the Windham region’s federally recognized Comprehensive Economic Development Strategies. Anyone from any part of the Windham region is welcome to attend any of the sessions regardless of their town of residence. Each meeting will […]
Two grants aid Chester, Springfield businesses
Springfield Regional Development Corp. is the recipient of two $15,000 grants to support a pair of economic development projects in the region. The projects involve Drew’s LLC of Chester and Vermont Beer Shapers of Springfield. The awards were part of the Regional Economic Development Grant Program, administered by the Department of Buildings and General Services. […]
Weston Playhouse Theatre Co. wraps 8th annual Artists Retreat
The Weston Playhouse Theatre Co. concluded its 8th annual Artists Retreat with an Artists Salon and Reception at the Wilburton Inn in Manchester on Saturday, May 2. Actors, composers, directors and playwrights who had spent the week living and working in Weston spoke about and shared examples from their work before an invited group of theater […]
St. Luke’s to celebrate new rector
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Chester will host a Celebration of New Ministry at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 6 when Bishop Tom Ely will formally institute the Rev. Heidi L. Edson as St. Luke’s new rector. A reception will follow in Willard Hall. Members of the Chester and surrounding communities — families and children alike […]
From garbage to garden: Cavendish hosts composting workshop
Composting: It’s great for the garden, great for the lawn and it’s soon to be a law. The Vermont state legislature has passed comprehensive recycling legislation that includes mandatory rules on composting certain food waste. The Cavendish Community and Conservation Association, in conjunction with the Town of Cavendish, will host a workshop specifically about composting […]
Warning: prime wild fire conditions expected this weekend
As Vermont dries out from winter each year, a new hazard presents itself. Dead grass, leaves, and brush are prime fuel for brush fires, particularly when dried out under sunshine, low relative humidity, and just two or three rain-free days in a row. The National Weather Service reports those conditions are expected this coming weekend. […]
Springfield Medical offers free wellness classes in Chester, Springfield
Springfield Medical Care Systems is offering several health and wellness classes during May. These are free and open to the public. For more information or to register, contact Sarah Doyle at the SMCS Community Health Team by email at: sdoyle@springieldmed.org, or call 802-886-8946. The schedule is as follows: Learning to Live Well with Diabetes meets […]
Employment fair in Springfield offers potential job opportunities
J ob seekers, mark your calendars for Wednesday, May 20 as the River Valley Workforce Investment Board hosts the 4th annual Employment Fair at the Riverside Middle School, 16 Fairground Road in Springfield. The fair will be open to students only from 1 to 2 p.m. and to the general pubic from 2 to 5 […]
Olympic skier joins Okemo Mountain School Board of Directors
Okemo Mountain School welcomes Julia Ford, member of the 2014 U.S. Olympic Alpine Ski Team, to its Board of Directors. Ford’s roots are grounded in Vermont and Okemo Mountain Resort, where she learned to ski and later attended Okemo Mountain School. “We are delighted to have Julia’s enthusiasm and expertise added to our board,” says […]
Chester blooms with donations for planters, boxes
It’s time to reactivate spring and summer floral displays around Chester by supporting the planter campaign started last spring by the Chester Beautification Committee. While this all-volunteer committee has recently changed its name to Chester Townscape to reflect the broader efforts it has undertaken in the restoration project for the Hearse House and Public Tomb, […]
VSAC offers college-bound seniors a chance to win $50 gift card
May 1 is the last day for most seniors to inform a college of their plans to enroll. Vermont Student Assistance Corp. is joining Reach Higher, the nationwide celebration started by first lady Michelle Obama to encourage students to pursue and complete their education. VSAC invites high school seniors and families to share their decisions […]
UPDATE: Chester Town Office will be closed April 30, May 1 & 4
Chester Town Clerk Deb Aldrich has announced that the town office will be closed on Thursday April 30, Friday May 1 and Monday May 4 for renovations ahead of the installation of new, movable shelving units in the town vault in June. The town office will re-open on Tuesday May 5.
Phase I work begins on Chester Public Tomb
Repair work has begun on Chester’s Public Tomb, on Main Street across from the Green. Built in 1850, the building shelters those who must await burial until after the ground thaws. The repair of the tomb’s walls and slate roof is the first project in Phase I of the combined restoration planned for the Public […]
Free gardening kits, classes available to 11 through St. Luke’s
Ever wanted to have your own vegetable garden, but lacked the knowledge or money to get started? A grant from the Episcopal Diocese of Vermont to St. Luke’s Church in Chester will make your garden easy and provide all the materials and instruction necessary for 11 people to have a functioning 9 foot by 12 […]
