Two advance for Addison-4 seat

Democratic leaders in the towns of Bristol, Lincoln, Monkton and Starksboro have given Gov. Phil Scott two names to consider as he prepares to appoint someone to serve out the rest of a two-year term vacated last month by former Addison-4 House Rep. Mari Cordes, a Bristol Democrat.

Real estate market still good for sellers

According to one of Addison County’s most experienced residential real estate appraisers, the volume of sales in the county picked up in recent months, while values continue to appreciate across the board.

Jailed individuals speak through art & poems in Sheldon Museum exhibit

“Finding Hope Within” is a new exhibit at the Henry Sheldon Museum of Vermont History that features a collection of writings and artwork produced by incarcerated men and women in Vermont.

Marketplace has kept health care costs affordable for now

Healthcare insurance premiums in Vermont consistently rank among the highest in the nation. Paying a health insurance premium is not easy.

Mixed feelings on education reform bill

“Rushed.” That’s the word several Addison County residents have used to describe the sweeping changes to Vermont’s education system signed into law by Gov. Phil Scott on Tuesday.

Panel eyes future of Ripton school

A panel of Ripton residents and Addison Central School District officials will spend this summer brainstorming potential future uses for the Ripton Elementary School (RES) building, which closed its doors to local K-5 instruction last month due to declini … (read more)

By the way for Jul. 3

On Sunday, July 13, Middlebury Festival on-the-Green volunteers will be setting up the staging, chairs, and a lot more to get ready for the week-long 46th festival.

Reward offered for info on local woman missing for three years

The family of Ashley Goodrich, who disappeared over three years ago, has raised a $10,000 reward for information that leads to her recovery and the prosecution of anyone who may be involved in her disappearance.

Local artist’s dove invites reflection at Bristol parade

This Fourth of July, a giant dove named Arlo will take flight in the Bristol parade. The sculpture, created by artist, poet and yoga instructor Elissa Cobb, is meant to spark reflection.

Green Mountain Care Board welcomes new executive director

The Green Mountain Care Board recently announced the appointment of Emily Brown as its new Executive Director, effective August 18, 2025.

Addison Residential business flourishing

Business is so brisk that J.P. Carrara & Sons has greenlighted a new, 9,600-square-foot building to supplement the warehouse space that Addison Residential already occupies at 2160 Route 7 South.

Home decarbonization program gaining momentum

This summer, the Energy Navigators program is continuing to expand its reach and closing in on a key milestone.

Local Med47 foundation planning memorial event

The Brendon P. Cousino Med47 Foundation is organizing a 10-year memorial event to honor Brendon Cousino, an emergency medical technician who was killed in a wrong-way crash in 2015.

St. Stephen’s donates $28.5K to help people in need

Each year, proceeds of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church’s iconic Peasant Market are distributed to nonprofit organizations and used for outreach to the community in need.

Support for clean energy projects still available

Regardless of changes at the federal level, Addison County residents will still have access to support for clean energy projects offered by various local entities.

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