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The editor’s pick of some of the best stories of the week from the Barton Chronicle, a highly read weekly newspaper based in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom region.

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Snowmobile fire destroys bridge

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by Tena Starr   TROY — A freak accident destroyed the old covered bridge on the Veilleux Road in Troy Saturday morning.  A snowmobile caught fire while crossing the bridge, and the flames spread to the bridge’s wooden frame. The bridge burned until it fell int... More »

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Merrill banned from Governor’s briefings

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  by Joseph Gresser Steve Merrill said he was surprised that Governor Phil Scott’s press office didn’t check up on his show before allowing him to ask questions at bi-weekly press briefings.  He was equally surprised when, on February 3, he heard from the Gove... More »

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How to attend your Town Meeting this year

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  Albany — Town Meeting will be held by Australian ballot on March 2.  The polls will be open at the town hall from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.  People can also request an absentee ballot.  The informational meeting will be held via Zoom on Thursday, February 25.  Inform... More »

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Legislators spell out concerns at NEK Week

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  by Joseph Gresser This year’s Northeast Kingdom Day at the Legislature stretched out over an entire week, although neither those who came to ask for help for Orleans, Essex, and Caledonia counties nor their legislators were actually in Montpelier.  As has be... More »

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Fred Webster dies at 99

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Frederick Henry Webster Frederick Henry Webster, 99, of Coventry died peacefully on Sunday, January 17, 2021. He was born on February 25, 1921, in Coventry to the late Percy and Hazel (Jackman) Webster. He is survived by his wife, Vivian (Henderson) Webster. F... More »

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E.M. Brown & Son celebrates 125 years

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  by Leanne Harple BARTON — E.M. Brown and Son is celebrating its first 125 years in business this year. Art LaPlante, who co-owns the Barton business with his partner, Mark Royer, isn’t sure whether his store or the pharmacy down the hill is the oldest contin... More »

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Sheriff ends talks on policing services for Barton

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by Joseph Gresser BARTON — The Barton Select Board gave Orleans County Sheriff Jennifer Harlow a take-it-or-leave it proposition.  Sheriff Harlow decided to leave it, leaving Barton for the time being, with the State Police as its sole law enforcement agency. ... More »

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Efforts underway to save Gardner Park grandstand

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  by Amanda Kennedy Smith NEWPORT — The city’s plan to demolish the 82-year-old grandstand at Gardner Park has met with resistance from some who have fond memories of the dilapidated structure and would like to save it. The Newport City Council voted on Januar... More »

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35 animals seized in Charleston

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  by Tena Starr Nearly three dozen animals were seized earlier this month from an East Charleston farm.  They included goats, sheep, pigs, rabbits, ducks, Guinea hens and chickens.  Temporary homes have been found for them, and authorities are hoping the publi... More »

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Over 40 percent sign up for shots on day one

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  by Joseph Gresser Despite some initial problems, state officials say that, on the first sign-up day, over 40 percent of those eligible for COVID vaccinations made appointments to get their shots.  A press release from the Vermont Department of Health issued ... More »