Locals brace for food assistance cuts

President Donald Trump last week signed into law a massive tax-and-spending bill that includes funding cuts and other changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), a food assistance program that serves more than 40 million people around the country.

This past Friday was one of Kimball’s last at the shop, as she retired from the job this week after more than 25 years of running the store. While it’s the end of one chapter, the well-loved store isn’t going anywhere.

Those passing through Bristol recently may have noticed a new business setting up shop in a previously vacant spot at 28 North Street. The space most recently housed Smoke and Lola’s café and is now serving as the headquarters of Holy Halvah, run by Rebec … (read more)

Lincoln resident Kate McGowan has spent much of her career working in the nonprofit world, serving in a variety of roles at organizations around the region. She’ll bring the skills and experiences she’s gained over the years into her new position as direc … (read more)

Local residents are joining a nationwide effort to use postcards to combat misinformation about national policies.

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

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.

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.

Farmers around Addison County say they’ve seen a cooler, slower start to this year’s growing season, with rainy weather posing some challenges and affecting some crops.

Vermont lawmakers last week passed a landmark education reform bill known as H. 454, setting up a process for transforming the state’s education system and prompting the question — what’s next?

A lot has changed since the 1970s, but in the town of Starksboro at least one thing has remained the same — the Starksboro Cooperative Preschool’s commitment to providing a positive, affordable childcare option for children in and around town.

From exploring a new hiking trail to swimming in Lake Champlain, summer in the Green Mountain State offers numerous opportunities to stay active while enjoying the outdoors.

The Vermont Legislature on Monday passed the year’s landmark education reform package, setting in motion years of transformation to the state’s public school and property tax systems.

Town officials have chosen Gregory W. Faust to serve in the role, with an anticipated start date of July 28. Faust will succeed former Bristol town administrator Valerie Capels, who retired from the post this past December.

Bristol residents in March could weigh in on whether to expand the Bristol Police Department’s coverage area to include the entire town.