Andy Mitchell takes a lead role in film festival

“I’ve spent my career helping, nurturing, mentoring young filmmakers. That’s a big part of my motivation for doing this.” — Andy Mitchell

Rep. Sheldon to pass environmental baton

REP. AMY SHELDON, D-Middlebury, won’t seek reelection after a 12-year run representing the Addison-1 district in the Vermont House. Independent photo/John S. McCright MIDDLEBURY — When Rep. Amy Sheldon, D-Middlebury, recalls being first elected in 2014 to … (read more)

A half century of healing

Barbara Wagner has retired after 52 years of caring for patients and training healthcare providers in Addison County.

County to elect four new reps, new state’s attorney

Addison County voters on Nov. 3 will at the very least pick four new Vermont House members and a new state’s attorney.

Career center builds nursing, gaming courses

This is the second in a two-part series previewing new and expanded programming at the Patricia Hannaford Career Center.

Bank gives boost to East Middlebury care home

National Bank of Middlebury is matching community donations to the Addison Home Fund, dollar for dollar, through June 19 in support of a new, nonprofit residential care home in East Middlebury.

Middlebury water, sewer rates surge

Public works officials said the new rates are likely to add $75.42 to the average annual bill for in-town water users.

Career center to throw switch on new electricians program

The Patricia Hannaford Career Center will begin offering new courses for aspiring electricians and gaming enthusiasts, while doubling the size of its current Medical Professionals program.

CSAC, builder join forces on new homes

WheelPad made its presence known in Addison County on Friday, May 15, with news that two of its latest PADs are headed to Shoreham.

Cornwall’s Byker aims for Addison-2 House seat

Cornwall Selectboard Chair Tanya Byker is running for the Addison-2 House seat that will be vacated by Rep. Peter Conlon, D-Cornwall, at the end of this year.

Prosecutor’s office loses victim advocate

Victim Advocate Maggie Zraly has resigned after approximately nine months on the job.

Bread Loaf Corp. to close

Prominent Middlebury design and construction company doesn’t give reason winding down operations.

College to grow its role in housing, jobs

“We believe we now need to be thinking where would we build the next 100, 200, or 300 (units).” — David Provost

Local builder makes Habitat home a lighter lift

A legendary nonprofit and a top name in the local building industry have joined forces to build a new home that will be made available to a low-income family.

Bridport school bids farewell to Barrett

Bridport Central School Administrative Assistant Linda Barrett will retire next month after more than four decades.

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