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Jon Hurdle Republican Rusty Sage is seeking one of the two state Senate seats for the Windham district in the November general election. BRATTLEBORO—If you’re a resident of the Windham County senatorial district who wants lower taxes, less expensive healthcare, and more affordable housing, you might consider voting for Republican Rusty Sage, a fireman who’s running for the state Senate. After…
MONTPELIER—Two local lawmakers welcomed Vermont’s new AI economic task force, saying it has the potential to position the state to use artificial intelligence to its advantage, but they criticized the Scott administration for not including at least one lawmaker on the 16-member panel.
WILMINGTON—Lisa Sullivan recalled the morning of Sunday, August 28, 2011, when raging flood waters from Tropical Storm Irene threatened to destroy the building that houses Bartleby’s Books. Water pressure on the building was so great from the “river” flowing down Route 9 that Sullivan’s husband, a builder, decided to open the front door to help the water to drain away, albeit through their…
Mike Eldred A real estate sign stands outside a Dover housoe. More homes are selling than a year ago, while the median sales price in Bennington and Windham counties has risen 3.5% to $409,000. Prices soften for some properties but stock of unsold homes remains well below pre-pandemic level DEERFIELD VALLEY—The number of homes offered for sale in the Deerfield Valley has edged up in the last year,…
Adams Farm due to reopen on Labor Day weekend after eight-year closure WILMINGTON—For generations, Adams Farm has changed with the times. It has been a dairy farm, a sleigh ride destination, a petting farm and, most recently, a collection of short-term rentals. Now, seventh-generation family member Olivia Adams Mancivalano is preparing to bring the farm back to life.
Windham Southwest Supervisory Union reports better financial position in fiscal 2026 WILMINGTON—Windham Southwest Supervisory Union will shift its focus to improving test scores starting in the new school year, after spending the last two years getting its financial house in order, officials said said Tuesday.
DEERFIELD VALLEY—Democrats in five Deerfield Valley towns voted decisively for Molly Gray and Becca Balint as their candidates for lieutenant governor and representative to Congress, respectively, but they were less clear on their choice for Governor and state senator, according to Tuesday’s primary results. Gray’s number of votes heavily outweighed those of her Democratic challengers among voters…
WILMINGTON—Twin Valley School Board members on Tuesday discussed a state requirement, under Act 170 of 2026, that they will soon have to name at least one representative to a regional committee that will consider merging school districts, but the districts will not be forced to form combined districts if they conclude a merger wouldn’t make sense.
Annual event connects communities in Deerfield Valley WILMINGTON—For 10 days each summer, blueberries are more than just a crop. They become the centerpiece of a valley-wide celebration that stretches from Jacksonville and Whitingham to Dover and Wilmington. Farms open their fields, restaurants serve blueberry-themed specials, local businesses decorate their storefronts, and community…
DOVER—Lower property tax rates this year, thanks to the town’s recent reappraisal, may mean reduced tax bills for many Dover residents and second-home owners.
