ADDISON COUNTY — Local softball umpires are noting there is a shortage of umpires for high school games in Vermont and Addison County, and they are hoping to recruit more arbiters into the fold this year. 

Those interested in helping young athletes continue to take the field can contact one of two people for more information about the process of becoming a high school umpire:

• Joel Bouvier at 802 -989-8311 or [email protected].

• Scott Bougor at 802-349-2695 or [email protected].