# windham (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover windham. Page: Feed: --- ## [Republican Senate candidate doesn’t want any super-majority](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/republican-senate-candidate-doesn%E2%80%99t-want-any-super-majority) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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… ## [Lawmakers welcome AI task force but wish Legislature had been included](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/lawmakers-welcome-ai-task-force-wish-legislature-had-been-included) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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. ## [Fifteen years after Irene, plucky business owners recall the monster storm and its aftermath](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/fifteen-years-after-irene-plucky-business-owners-recall-monster-storm-and-its-aftermath) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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… ## [Residential real estate market sees modest increase in inventory, realtors say](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/residential-real-estate-market-sees-modest-increase-inventory-realtors-say) _2026-08-20 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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,… ## [Breathing new life into a seven-generation family farm](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/breathing-new-life-seven-generation-family-farm) _2026-08-13 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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. ## [After erasing deficit, union eyes boosting test scores](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/after-erasing-deficit-union-eyes-boosting-test-scores) _2026-08-13 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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. ## [Dems back Gray for Lt. Gov, but valley voters less sure on races for governor and state Senate](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/dems-back-gray-lt-gov-valley-voters-less-sure-races-governor-and-state-senate) _2026-08-13 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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… ## [Twin Valley board mulls demand for school district merger talks](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/twin-valley-board-mulls-demand-school-district-merger-talks) _2026-08-13 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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. ## [Blueberry Festival celebrated as ‘‘an important tradition’’](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/blueberry-festival-celebrated-%E2%80%98%E2%80%98-important-tradition%E2%80%99%E2%80%99) _2026-08-06 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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 tax rates lower after property reappraisal](https://www.deerfieldvalleynews.org/news/dover-tax-rates-lower-after-property-reappraisal) _2026-08-06 · Editor · The Deerfield Valley News_ 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. ## [Daily plans, scheduled by AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/DiWqceELQpjh) _2026-08-06 · **Sponsored**_ AI-made daily plans that schedule tasks and protect focus time. ## [Preview of 2026 Exhibit in the Michelman Gallery – Sunday, May 18](https://www.historicalsocietyofwindhamcounty.org/news/2026/04/preview-of-2026-exhibit-in-the-michelman-gallery/) _2026-04-03 · Laura Wallingford-Bacon · Historical Society of Windham County_ Sunday, May 18 — 2:00-4:00PM Preview of The Michelman Gallery 2026 Exhibit County History Museum Join us at a preview of this season’s new exhibit in The Michelman Gallery of fine works by Windham County artists. The post Preview of 2026 Exhibit in the Michelman Gallery – Sunday, May 18 appeared first on Historical Society of Windham County . ## [Guest Exhibit Opening – Works by Arlo Monroe – Sunday, June 7, 2026](https://www.historicalsocietyofwindhamcounty.org/news/2026/04/guest-exhibit-opening-works-by-arlo-monroe/) _2026-04-03 · Laura Wallingford-Bacon · Historical Society of Windham County_ Sunday, June 7 — 2:00-4:00PM. Guest Exhibit Opening of Works by Arlo Monroe, Research Center (formerly the History Museum). Paintings and prints from the collection of Charles Marchant will be on display this season in the new Research Center. On Sunday, June 7th at 2:00, Charles Marchant will share memories of his talented former colleague... Continue reading The post Guest Exhibit Opening –… ## [13,000 Years of Abenaki History – Thursday, June 18, 2026](https://www.historicalsocietyofwindhamcounty.org/news/2026/04/13000-years-of-abenaki-history/) _2026-04-03 · Laura Wallingford-Bacon · Historical Society of Windham County_ Thursday, June 18 — 7PM 13,000 years of Abenaki History Williamsville Hall, Williamsville Travel through 13,000 years with Professor Goodby of Franklin Pierce University to learn more about the first people here. Professor Goodby will share what his many meticulous digs in our region can tell us about them. The post 13,000 Years of Abenaki History – Thursday, June 18, 2026 appeared first on… ## [Windham County History Fair – Saturday, August 15, 2026](https://www.historicalsocietyofwindhamcounty.org/news/2026/04/windham-county-history-fair-august-15-2026/) _2026-04-03 · Laura Wallingford-Bacon · Historical Society of Windham County_ Saturday, August 15, 2026 — 10:00 – 4:00 Windham County History Fair Historic Newfane Common, Route 30, Newfane Step back in time at the Windham County History Fair and 250th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, August 15th from 10:00 to 4:00 on Newfane’s Historic Common. Free admission, free events, free parking; the Fair celebrates Windham County’s... Continue reading The post Windham County… ## [Annual Meeting, Potluck and Special Program – Friday, August 28, 2026](https://www.historicalsocietyofwindhamcounty.org/news/2026/04/annual-meeting-potluck-and-special-program-2/) _2026-04-03 · Laura Wallingford-Bacon · Historical Society of Windham County_ Friday, August 28 — 5:30PM NewBrook Fire Station, Route 30, Newfane 5:30: Annual Meeting of the Historical Society 6:00: Potluck — Bring a dish to share. Drinks provided. 6:45: Program — Jessie Haas, author and President of the Westminster Historical Society, will share her knowledge of those deeply conflicted and violent years when Westminster... Continue reading The post Annual Meeting, Potluck… ## [Newfane Heritage Festival – October 10 – 11, 2026](https://www.historicalsocietyofwindhamcounty.org/news/2025/09/newfane-heritage-festival/) _2025-09-22 · Laura Wallingford-Bacon · Historical Society of Windham County_ Saturday & Sunday, October 10-11 Newfane Heritage Festival On the Common, Route 30, Newfane Village Visit our booth at the Newfane Heritage Festival! Photographs, maps, old books, greeting cards on sale, bargain table, and much more. The post Newfane Heritage Festival – October 10 – 11, 2026 appeared first on Historical Society of Windham County . ## [County History Museum Grand Opening May 31, 2025](https://www.historicalsocietyofwindhamcounty.org/events/2025/04/county-history-museum-grand-opening-may-31-2025/) _2025-04-14 · Chris Grotke · Historical Society of Windham County_ Join us in celebrating Grand Opening of the Society’s new County History Museum in the old 1825 Jail Building! There will be an outdoor concert featuring the Grafton Cornet Band– which has its own history having been founded in 1867. There will be food and popcorn and picnicking on the Common. More details will follow.. Saturday, May 31st at... Continue reading The post County History Museum Grand… ## [The Historical Society of Windham County’s Annual Soup Fest and Silent Auction, 2025](https://www.historicalsocietyofwindhamcounty.org/events/2025/02/the-historical-society-of-windham-countys-annual-soup-fest-and-silent-auction/) _2025-02-23 · Chris Grotke · Historical Society of Windham County_ Sunday, March 30, 2025 NewBrook Fire Station, Rt.30, Newfane Doors open at 4:00PM Join us on Sunday, March 30th for the Historical Society of Windham County’s Annual Soup Fest and Silent Auction, held at NewBrook FireStation, on Rte. 30 in Newfane. 4:00: Doors open 4:00 to 5:30: Bidding & the 50/50 Raffle 5:30: Soup and... Continue reading The post The Historical Society of Windham County’s Annual…