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October 2012

All posts published in October 2012

23 posts

Editorial the Chronicle endorses…

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copyright the Chronicle 10-31-2012 What follows is the least important part of the Chronicle’s election coverage.  We have tried, in the course of this election season, to give the candidates a fair opportunity to speak for themselves, and our readers an oppor... More »

Opinion: Sims is the right choice

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by Bethany M. Dunbar Katherine Sims of Lowell is the right choice for voters in the new Orleans-Lamoille House district. Green Mountain Farm to School started as a small project at the Jay-Westfield school in 2005.  Ms. Sims and the former principal, Dean Verv... More »

Obituaries October 31, 2012

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Orloff “Sonny” Watson  Orloff “Sonny” Watson, 76, of Derby Line died peacefully on October 20, 2012, in Derby. He was born in Newport, a son of Mildred Daniels Watson and Orloff “Red” Watson Sr. on August 16, 1936. Mr. Watson worked at various places, includin... More »

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Illuzzi and Hoffer seek state auditor’s job

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copyright the Chronicle 10-31-2012 by Joseph Gresser Of all the offices voters will fill in statewide voting on November 6, it likely that the one most citizens know least about is the position of auditor of accounts. The race for this obscure job has taken on... More »

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Governor’s race: Is our hair on fire?

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copyright the Chronicle 10-31-2012 by Bethany M. Dunbar “When your hair is on fire, you don’t call for a moratorium while you go put your hair out,” said Governor Peter Shumlin. Mr. Shumlin’s point is that the planet is facing a global crisis, and with oil goi... More »

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Wilton wants more government transparency

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copyright the Chronicle, 10-24-12 by Tena Starr BARTON — Wendy Wilton says she wants to be state treasurer for two reasons:  She believes Vermont is facing a looming financial crisis that is not being addressed, and its finances need to be absolutely transpare... More »

Obituaries October 24, 2012

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 Yvonne Marion Briggs  Yvonne Marion Briggs, 85, of South Burlington died at her home on October 15, 2012, with her loving family around her. She was born on February 8, 1927, in North Troy, a daughter of Pierre and Marie Anne Cadieux.  Her early life was spen... More »

Editorial: on local politics and ground rules

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copyright the Chronicle 10-24-2012 You will notice that this week’s Chronicle is packed full of local politics.  We have three lively local races and the interest seems high.  We had good turnout for our forums on October 15 and 22.  Thanks to the candidates, ... More »

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Newport House district race draws three public servants

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copyright the Chronicle 10-24-12 by Joseph Gresser DERBY — It is unusual for challengers in an election to be as well known to voters as the incumbents.  But, in the case of the race to represent Newport, Newport Center and Coventry in the state House of Repre... More »

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A day in Vince Illuzzi’s quest for statewide office

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copyright the Chronicle 10-17-12 by Paul Lefebvre On a rainy early September morning, Senator Vince Illuzzi is heading to the State House.  No legislation is seeking his attention, but as the place where he has forged a formidable political career, the State H... More »

Obituaries October 17, 2012

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If you have a memory of someone in this post you would like to share with our readers, please add a comment where it says “leave a reply” at the end of this page.  We’d love to hear from you.   Ramona A. Blouin  Ramona A. Blouin, 72, died on October 12, 2012, ... More »