by Matthew Wilson NEWPORT — It’s reassuring to know there are people ready to help at a moment’s notice. Even if life goes on without a need for assistance having responders at the ready eases everyone. For those living around Newport and as far away as Brig... More »
by Maria Amador MONTPELIER — On June 11, Governor Phil Scott vetoed a bill designed to overhaul the General Assistance (GA) Emergency Housing Program born of the pandemic-era, calling it a “failed program” in a letter announcing his decision to the House of Re... More »
by Maria Amador GLOVER — On Sunday, nearly 50 people gathered to watch teenager Ira Karp’s latest production in the Paper Mache Cathedral at Bread and Puppet Theater. Fit to be performed on stage made of dirt by a cast of trusted collaborators, Greenwood: The... More »
by Joseph Gresser NEWPORT — The council, at its special meeting Friday essentially rolled up its sleeves to prepare for action Mayor Rick Ufford-Chase and consultant Ellis “Chip” Stearns say is necessary to bring Newport’s finances back under control. That act... More »
by Joseph Gresser GLOVER — The 802 Spirits shop at Currier’s Market here has been doing business for a while, but on June 18, a delegation from the Vermont Department of Liquor and Lottery stopped by to formally launch the store. There wasn’t a bottle of champ... More »
by Gabrielle Gervais BRIGHTON — From interim to official, Michael Strait has taken on the role of Brighton Town Manager — and he’s more than just filling a vacancy. In conversation with the Chronicle Friday, Mr. Strait explained what his role entails, and why... More »
by Matthew Wilson DERBY — The Northeast Kingdom is known for its pristine natural beauty. The dramatic landscape offers viewers striking mountains that roll on, one over another, and crystal lakes that shine in the sun. Shattuck Hill Road boasts such a view, ... More »
Kasey (left) and Ozzie Shiver didn’t march, but like many onlookers, they brought their own flair to the occasion. Most of the sizeable crowd gathered to watch the parade followed it to Gardner Park for a moderate amount of oratory and much more music, food, ... More »
by Joseph Gresser NEWPORT — Two men face felony charges for what police say was a confrontation in Lowell. Judge Rory Thibault, who sits in the Criminal Division of Orleans County Superior Court, ordered 30-year-old Patrick DeBonville of Island Pond held with... More »
by Maria Amador HARDWICK — On June 12, around 90 people gathered in the Hazen Union High School auditorium for an evening with renowned cartoonist Alison Bechdel. Less a reading and more a conversation between Ms. Bechdel, her drawings, and her audience, the ... More »
by Ethan Brodie BARTON — The Barton Graded School after-school program will enter its fifth year of providing a safe, educational, and interesting place for students to spend their afternoons in the upcoming 2025-’26 school year, says Angie Rutherford, the sit... More »
by Joseph Gresser NEWPORT — Around 200 people filled the sidewalks in front of the municipal building, the Goodrich Memorial Library, and the Lee Emerson Courthouse here Saturday to voice their displeasure with actions taken by President Donald Trump. The demo... More »
