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The Longest Covered Bridge in the US is in New Hampshire
If you're like this writer, you love learning random facts about where you live. It teaches you something new to energize your brain, while also serving as a nugget of wisdom to share with friends. New Hampshire is the subject of all sorts of fun facts. For instance, you probably...
Health officials alert residents about possible measles exposure in multiple states
State health departments in Massachusetts and New Hampshire issued alerts warning residents about a confirmed case of measles from an international visitor that could have exposed others.
State finds potentially harmful chemicals in two Hartford school buildings
“We’re not going to let students, faculty and staff into the building if we have a hazard,” said the district’s building and grounds director. Read the story on VTDigger here: State finds potentially harmful chemicals in two Hartford school buildings.
Iron Mike heads home: Hanover council approves relocating statue to cemetery it came from
More than a century after "Iron Mike" became a fixture of downtown Hanover's center square, borough council approved a motion to return the dog statue to its original home at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. The motion came without much fanfare as part of the consent agenda for the June 2024 meeting...
Legal Briefs: News from Around NH
Michelle Spadaro joins McLane Middleton’s Trust Services Group. The law firm of McLane Middleton has hired Michelle E. Spadaro, trust officer, in the firm’s Trust Services Department. Michelle has 15 years of experience as an estate planning and trust administration paralegal. Her extensive background equips her to effectively...
The Conniption Fits host free concerts this weekend
ENFIELD, N.H. (WCAX) - Free outdoor concerts in Enfield, New Hampshire all weekend long. The Conniption Fits will take the stage at 6:00 p.m. at the Enfield Family Fair. The annual event is put on by the Enfield Mascoma Lyons Club and the local fire department. There is no charge...
New Woodstock middle and high school project on hold indefinitely
Vermont suspended its school construction aid program in 2007, resulting in nearly two decades of deferred maintenance for Vermont school buildings, which are among the oldest in the nation. Read the story on VTDigger here: New Woodstock middle and high school project on hold indefinitely.
Soul Rockers to play in Proctorsville
PROCTORSVILLE, Vt. – The Town of Cavendish and the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association are thrilled to announce that Soul Rockers, a group of talented local musicians, will be performing at the Concert on the Green series in Proctorsville on Wednesday, July 10, at 6 p.m. Soul Rockers are...
VSEA files workplace safety complaint over lack of AC at prisons
MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) - The Vermont State Employees’ Association is filing a workplace safety complaint after several correctional officers checked into the hospital with heat stroke symptoms. It happened at the Southern State Correctional Facility in Springfield during last week’s heat wave. The officers were later released from...
Cavendish Update 6/28/24: News/Events
Postponed Ghost Walk takes place on Saturday (6/29) 8 pm in front of the Cavendish Historical Society Museum (Rt. 131/Main St). Wear comfortable shoes and bring a flashlight. This evening is the Cavendish/Ludlow Community Forum to discuss flooding at the Ludlow Community Center from 4-7. Dinner, childcare and Visa cards for mileage reimbursement provided.
Cavendish calendar voting
CAVENDISH, Vt. – Your friends and neighbors have submitted their photos for the 2025 Cavendish Community Calendar, and now is the time to vote for your favorites. The calendar is published every year by the Cavendish Community and Conservation Association. The photos are on display at the Cavendish Fletcher...
Economic Development in Hartford Community Forum #2
Economic Development in Hartford Community Forum #2. Economic Development Consultant Better City was hired to conduct research, analyze results, seek public input and create a new economic development chapter of the Town Plan. They have completed Phase 1 of the project. At the forum, Better City will share what they heard and seek input on the proposed goals and strategic actions.
Special Village Meeting Warning
VOTE TO DISAPPROVE ORDINANCE TO REGULATE THE OPERATION OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS. The legal voters of the Village of Woodstock are herby warned and notified to meet at Town Hall in said Village on July 30th at 7:00 pm to transact the following business from the floor:. Article 1: Shall the...
Fourth of July festivities on tap next week
Fourth of July celebrations in our area next week will include everything from community breakfasts and tag sales to live music and parades. Local Independence Day enthusiasts can also enjoy the holiday’s most quintessential spectacle — fireworks — on three consecutive nights from Wednesday to Friday. July...
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