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East Dover Fire Department to celebrate its 75th anniversary

EAST DOVER - “That department is very important to me.” So said Pat Haas, of the East Dover Fire Department. Haas was 8 years old when the house she was living in burned down. It was a house on the farm of her aunt and uncle, Lillian and Earl Yeaw, located in East Dover. The East Dover Fire...

This week in history August 31 - September 6

10 years ago:
Wilmington marked the second anniversary of Tropical Storm Irene and the flooding that nearly destroyed the village with a day of remembrance. Wilmington, like many other places in Vermont, was still recovering economically and physically. Gov. Peter Shumlin...

Wind turbines on the ridge in Searsburg. File photo

This Week in History August 24 - August 31

10 years ago:
The Windham County State’s Attorney’s Office dropped an aggravated murder charge against John Grega. In 1995, Grega had been convicted of murdering his wife Christine Grega while vacationing at a Dover condominium. In July 2012, post-conviction DNA testing of...

Chris Roberts, the owner of the Jacksonville General Store, stands behind the bar of Jax on Tap, a new taproom that is attached to the store. Roberts said he wanted to keep the automotive vibe of the former garage. Lauren Harkawik

Jax on Tap on its way to being a new go-to spot in the valley

JACKSONVILLE - People around the valley, and particularly those in Jacksonville, have a new regular spot to drink, dine, and spend time at: Jax on Tap, the new taproom at the Jacksonville General Store.
The taproom is connected to the general store, located in a former garage at what used...

Market owner loves relationships, continues family legacy

WILMINGTON - Midday on Tuesday, Farmhouse Market owner David Petrie was moving between tasks with enthusiasm. He was awaiting a new roadside sign for the store. He was giving his brother, in town from Boston, a tour of the market, explaining the array of items he sells. Then around 1:30 pm,...

The pergola in Wilmington village.

This week in History August 17 - August 24

10 years ago:
Wilmington’s River Bank Park pergola was perishing. An inspection of the structure revealed decay at nearly every post and beam connection, and in several of the upright posts. The inspection report said the amount of decay indicated the integrity of the...

Samantha Kondracki has been hired as the new director of Wilmington Works. Photo courtesy of S.Kondracki

New director works to continue group’s mission

WILMINGTON - As she’s settled into her new role as Wilmington Works project coordinator this summer, Samantha Kondracki has kept an eye on ensuring a continuity of traditions in Wilmington.
“I plan to continue on the path the Wilmington Works has thus far, which is to create fun and...

Flood water spills into the Glory Hole in Harriman Reservoir on Monday, July 10, 2023. Photo by Mike Eldred

Flood water spills into the Glory Hole in Harriman Reservoir on Monday, July 10, 2023. Photo by Mike Eldred

Documenting the historic Vermont flooding

VERMONT- The Vermont Historical Society has created a new initiative to preserve images and documents pertaining to the historic floods that severely impacted the state in July 2023. Members of the public are invited to submit their photographs, audio and video recordings, written memories, and...

Jacki Murano

Southern Vermont Board of Realtors names Murano president

WINDHAM COUNTY- The Southern Vermont Board of Realtors is pleased to announce the appointment of Jacki Murano as its new president.
As broker/owner of the Southern Vermont Realty Group, Murano brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role as president of the Southern Vermont...

Luminary for beloved pets

Brattleboro- The Windham County Humane Society is holding its Pet Remembrance Night & Luminary Ceremony to honor the pets loved and lives shared on Monday, August 28.
The Pet Remembrance Night & Luminary Ceremony will be held at Pliny Park. Hundreds of luminaries will be lit...