MIDDLEBURY — Centenarians deservedly receive a lot of fanfare. Hitting triple digits is a rare feat, and it’s rarer still when those endowed with such longevity are still vital, inquisitive and delightfully conversant. Richard LaFontaine is indeed a prime example of such a person. And heck, he left the number-100 road marker in the rearview mirror six years ago. Child’s play. The only person in these parts that can call him “Junior” is Bristol’s Bob James, who turned 109 earlier this summer. And let’s quick … (read more)
