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Bates joins CU’s class of 2024

POTSDAM, NY- Arin Bates, of West Wardsboro, will attend Clarkson University in Potsdam, NY, as a member of the class of 2024. Bates, who will be majoring in university studies, will begin studying at Clarkson in the fall.

Teacher retiring after 32 years, known for helping students exceed potential

DOVER - Last week, Sue Neuman, who has taught sixth grade at the Dover School for 32 years, met with her students for an outdoor boat race, her annual Neuman Cup. It was the first time she’d seen them in person since March, and, save Wednesday’s drive-in-style graduation with students inside...

This Week in History

10 years ago:
Mount Snow was approved for a $25 million loan from the Vermont Economic Development Authority, but the loan was contingent on the resort obtaining permits for the work by the end of the year. The projects included replacement of the Summit Local and Sunbrook chairlifts, the...

National Guard loading food.

Food distribution in Dover on June 17

VERMONT- Registration is open for meal distribution sites in the month of June. Those who register are given a window of time to pick up Farmers to Families meals at designated sites around the state. This change will streamline the process of pick-up, and help planners assess the ongoing need...

VSAC scholarships given to many area students

VERMONT–Vermont Student Assistance Corp. has announced it has awarded over $1.4 million in scholarships to graduating high school seniors to continue their education after high school.
In addition to the scholarships for high school seniors, VSAC has also awarded over $4.6 million in...

The Marlboro College dining hall.

Democracy Builders signs contract to buy Marlboro College campus

MARLBORO- On May 28, Marlboro College and Democracy Builders announced a signed contract for sale of the 500-acre college campus, in anticipation of the completion of Marlboro College’s alliance with Emerson College. Democracy Builders will use the campus for an innovative, new...

Laura Walker

Bennington College's next president

BENNINGTON- Laura R. Walker has been selected to be the next president of Bennington College.
Walker is widely recognized for leading the transformation of New York Public Radio into an independent media powerhouse by effectively setting and supporting an entirely new paradigm for public...

TVHS graduating class of 2020.

Car parade for Twin Valley graduates

WHITINGHAM- Come out to support the Class of 2020 in a car parade on Saturday, June 6, at 1 pm. The parade route will be from Twin Valley Middle High School to the Old School Community Center through Jacksonville. Social distancing guidelines are expected. Show support by parking along the...

Library now offering curbside pickup

WARDSBORO-Wardsboro Public Library has started curbside pickup for books, as they follow Gov. Phil Scott’s plans toward reopening. The following are the curbside pickup steps.
Patrons can either call and speak with a librarian at (802) 896-6988 on Mondays and Thursdays, 10 am to noon (...

The American Red Cross hosts blood drive

BENNINGTON- The American Red Cross will host a blood drive 11:30 am to 5 pm Thursday, June 4, at the First Baptist Church at 601 Main Street. Blood drives canceled during the pandemic have increased the need for donors. Red Cross staff, volunteers, and donors will be masked and observe social...