Years later, local towns still navigating flood repair

When heavy rainfall inundated parts of Addison County in July 2024, it didn’t take long to see the damage left behind.

Fairy houses bring residents to Bristol trails

Events this past Saturday and on May 2 are aimed at getting residents out on the Bristol Trail Network and connecting with the natural world.

Local events celebrate forests, wildlands

The events are intended “to inform, explore, celebrate, and help conserve wildlands and forests in Vermont and the Northeast.”

MAUSD is narrowing ed delivery options at elementary schools

The school board last week decided on which schools it will explore keeping open in each of the education delivery options it’s considering for the district.

County towns eye more collaboration

Communities across Addison County have expressed their interest in exploring more ways to collaborate with one another.

College, Middlebury community come together for ‘Known and Loved Week’

The week-long event will feature opportunities for residents to support area businesses and build community.

Mt. Abe adds middle school principal

Next year, the Bristol school will have one principal for grades 7-8, along with one high school principal for grades 9-12 and an assistant principal.

Amanda Janoo launches bid for governor

Janoo said her candidacy was prompted by the current moment, and how she’d aim to help Vermonters navigate a path forward through steps like moving toward universal primary care, supporting small businesses and preparing for federal actions that affect th … (read more)

Passover Seder highlights Arab-Jewish traditions

The event was aimed at highlighting the diverse traditions of Jews from across the Arab world, as well as building community.

Local sugarmakers see slow start to season, hope to finish strong

Local sugarmakers reported a slow start to the season but were hoping to see their syrup production end up around average.

Horse farms advocate for more equitable recognition

A group of Vermonters is advocating for professional equine operations to be recognized as fully agricultural in all Vermont state statutes.

State climatologist highlights climate change impacts, responses

The recent lecture covered what climate change looks like in the state, related challenges and opportunities for individuals and communities to respond.

Local farmers provide input on state CAFO program

Addison County farmers are among those serving on a stakeholder group formed to help state officials navigate Vermont’s approach to regulating some farm operations and agricultural water quality.

Vermont sees progress on statewide conservation plan

“We all agreed that ‘conservation’ doesn’t begin or end with permanent legal protection.” — Andrew L’Roe

MAUSD still working out timeline for ed delivery decisions

The school board decided to table approving that timeline and is expected to revisit it at the board’s April 14 meeting.

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