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A word about this week’s paper
BRATTLEBORO-Regular readers will notice the thinness of this week's Commons, the odd placement of usual features like the Sports page and the crossword puzzle, and the disturbing lack of the Voices section. While out of town at a professional conference last week, your editor contracted Covid, and the realities of...
Keene roofer ordered to pay back wages to foreign workers
(MyKeeneNow)-The U.S. Department of Labor has successfully recovered $167,101 in back wages for 20 employees of a Keene-based roofing contractor. This recovery follows the discovery that the company paid incorrect wages and miscalculated overtime for foreign temporary workers hired through the federal H-2B nonimmigrant program, according to a news release.
Several road closures due to downed power lines, trees after storm
(WGGB/WSHM) - After a severe storm hits parts of Western Massachusetts, several counties are reporting road closures due to downed power lines and trees. Police and fire department across Hampden, Hampshire, Franklin and Berkshire County are responding and some are even calling extra resources to assist. Officials also remind the...
Early, absentee ballots now available for Aug. 13 primary
BRATTLEBORO-Early and absentee ballots for the Aug. 13 State Primary Election are available by request. Absentee ballots for this election must be requested. Anyone wishing to vote early and in-person may do so at the Brattleboro Town Clerk's Office. This option is available through Monday, Aug. 12, at 5 p.m.
WTSA NEWS FOR MONDAY JULY 15th 2024
Governor Phil Scott issued a statement on X, expressing concern for former President Trump and his family after the assassination attempt at Saturday’s rally in Pennsylvania. He emphasized the importance of not tolerating any form of political violence in America. Similarly, Sen. Bernie Sanders also condemned political violence on X, wishing Donald Trump and others affected a quick recovery.
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