Mount Abe school district welcomes new staff for 2026

The Mount Abraham Unified School District announced that it has hired 30 new employees for the 2026-2027 school year.

Two Bristol firefighters receive statewide honors

Kris Perlee was recognized as state Firefighter of the Year, and Caleb Rockwood received the award for VSFA Emergency Maintenance Technician of the Year.

Bristol Police Log: Police get school supplies for local youth

The department received donations of backpacks and other supplies.

By the Way, August 20, 2026

ACORN, is looking for around six volunteers to help with SAG wagon/bike maintenance in September.

Bristol gallery celebrates 25 years

Celebrate 25 years of art with Bristol’s Art On Main on Friday, Aug. 21. The gallery will host a reception from 5-7 p.m. Free and open to all.

Heffernan, Klein advance in GOP Senate primary

Heffernan was the top vote-getter with 1,638 votes, followed by Klein with 1,132 votes and Treadway with 585 votes.

Bobcat Cafe and Brewery closes

The team announced in a July 29 social media post that the restaurant would close “until further notice due to a private medical matter.”

Bristol tax rate rises 7.14 cents

After accounting for other figures that factor into the overall homestead tax rate, the total rate will reflect an increase of around 2.5-cents.

Bristol Police Log: Man arrested after not appearing for court date

The Bristol resident failed to appear for a previous court date for driving with a criminally suspended license.

Mt. Abraham names new Athletic Director

Gabriel Billings, who has experience at the college level as an athletic director, is due in the Mt. Abe AD office next week.

By the way, July 30, 2026

Dana Curtis is shooting drone videos every week of the ongoing effort to renovate the historic Jerusalem Schoolhouse.

Bristol police force seeks fourth officer

The department, currently has three full-time officers working to provide 24-hour coverage to the police district.

Bristol Police Log: Porta-potty set on fire again

The Bristol Rec Department stated that such incidents are why there are no longer portable bathrooms at Sycamore Park or the town green.

Leave the Lord’s Prayer Rock where it is

“Leave the rock alone.”

Locals share experiences through book club

The group offers a space for attendees to form connections and dive into reading materials on a range of topics.

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