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A mountain lion was reported to be roaming the valley, despite officials saying they don’t live in Vermont. Photo courtesy USDA Forest Service

This Week in History (9/22/22 - 9/29/22)

10 years ago:
Dover resident Don Albano advised the Dover and Wilmington selectboards to “get ahead” of an expansion of the Mount Snow Airport (now the Deerfield Valley Regional Airport) proposed by Hermitage developer James Barnes. Barnes’ plan included the extension and...

Shir Heharim releases Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur schedule

BRATTLEBORO - Congregation Shir Heharim - the Brattleboro Area Jewish Community - invites Jews, their families, and friends to attend Rosh Hashana and Yom Kippur services. These services will be led by Rabbi Amita Jarmon, assisted by various congregants, at the West Village Meeting House, also...

Candidate forums in valley

DEERFIELD VALLEY - The Rotary of Deerfield Valley is hosting three candidate forums in the upcoming weeks.
A forum for the Windham-2 House district will take place Monday, September 19, from 5:30 to 6 pm at Dover Town Hall. Laura Sibilia has confirmed attendance; George Wilson has declined...

Voices of Hope sets up shop at firehouse

WILMINGTON - Voices of Hope, a local group whose mission is to inspire hope and actively support people affected by substance use, announces an open house and a meeting schedule for support groups at the Old Firehouse at 18 Beaver Street, starting Monday, September 19.
During open hours...

Happy 100th to Richard Hamilton

BRATTLEBORO - Richard Henry Hamilton is celebrating his 100th birthday. Join him for cake and ice cream on Saturday, September 24, from 1 to 3 pm at his home at 63 Hughes Road.

Sauerbraten at Halifax senior meal

HALIFAX - The next senior meal at Halifax Community Hall, 20 Brook Road, will take place Friday, September 16, serving at noon. The menu will be sauerbraten, potatoes, vegetables, rolls, and dessert. All seniors are welcome. A free-will donation of $3 is asked for people 60 and over.

Monroe hosts 200th anniversary

MONROE, MA- Massachusetts’ smallest town on the mainland, the town of Monroe, population 118, according to the 2020 census, will celebrate its 200th anniversary with a special day of festivities on Saturday, September 17.
Monroe was first settled around 1800 but not incorporated until 1822...

Classes and a community breakfast

WILLIAMSVILLE - Upcoming events at the Williamsville Hall, 35 Dover Road, include two classes and a community breakfast.
Beginners yoga will occur every Tuesday at 11 am, with classes starting Tuesday, September 20. Beginners tai chi will occur every Wednesday at 11 am, with classes...

Ten years ago a book about 45 Mill Street, generally known as the “Barnboard Factory,” was published.

This Week in History (9/15/22 - 9/22/22)

10 years ago:
Deerfield Valley Transportation Association General Manager Randy Schoonmaker and his daughter Martha Schoonmaker, released “The History of 45 Mill Street,” a book detailing the 100-year history of the structures and businesses on the site that is currently...

Bone Builders stretches schedule

DOVER - Bone Builders exercise classes for seniors has expanded its schedule. Classes will now occur at Butterfield Commons on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9 to 10 am and at Dover Town Hall on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10 to 11 am.
Bone Builders is an osteoporosis-prevention program...