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Lack of secure youth facility strains child welfare system as hotline calls rise, DCF report finds
The lack of a secure treatment facility for youth involved in the criminal justice system is putting a strain on the entire child welfare system, according to the annual report from the Vermont Department for Children and Families. Aryka Radke, deputy commissioner of the Family Services Division of DCF, said...
WIC to host anniversary celebration at Branbury on July 31
Salisbury — For 50 years, the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children — better known as WIC — has been a cornerstone in promoting the health and well-being of millions of young children, parents and families throughout the United States. To celebrate this milestone, Vermont WIC and Vermont Parks Forever are hosting a series of events and activities at several state parks.
Lincoln News for July 18, 2024
LINCOLN — The next Pop-In People session features an Open Art Studio and will be held at the library on Wednesday, July 24 from 3-5 p.m. Supplies and snacks will be provided. FROM THE TOWN The Town of Lincoln has received a grant to develop a traffic c …
Brandon residents to pay more for water
BRANDON—At a meeting on Thursday, July 11, the Prudential Committee that oversees Brandon Fire District No. 1 (which encompasses the Brandon Water Department and the Brandon Fire Department) unanimously voted to raise usage rates on Brandon’s water from the current $5.05 per 1,000 gallons to $5.50 per 1,000 gallons. Brandon residents with water service also pay a base rate of $66.63 per quarter, which the Committee also voted to raise to $70.00.
Regulator seeks your input on hospitals
MIDDLEBURY — The public is invited to a Green Mountain Care Board meeting in Middlebury later this month to give their input on the transformation of Vermont hospitals. The meeting will be Tuesday, July 30, from 6-7:30 p.m., at Ilsley Library’s Jessica Swift Community Room, 75 Main St.
Starksboro, Monkton cope with flooding
Monkton and Starksboro were among the Addison County towns hardest hit by last week’s heavy rains, received upwards of six inches late on July 10 into the morning of July 11. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that in order for us to be able...
Bristol weighs ordinance to manage livestock on the loose
BRISTOL — The Bristol selectboard is considering whether to develop a livestock running-at-large ordinance to help prevent animals from getting loose and running into the road. Bristol resident Dennis Hysko approached the selectboard this past spring and requested the town develop and adopt such an ordinance, raising concerns about...
TRORC News & Notes, July 2024
TRORC is evaluating interest in expanding TRORC’s scope of services including Two Rivers helping towns secure additional staffing and expertise by creating a position at TRORC to be contracted to multiple towns, helping towns create joint or individual in-town positions, or obtaining services directly from TRORC on a one-off, contract-basis. Example positions include but are not limited to: Grants Manager, Zoning Administrator, and Town Administrator.
Editorial: Middlebury selectboard’s hugely important upcoming decision
Over the next several weeks, the Middlebury selectboard will make one of the most important decisions of its tenure: hiring a new town manager. With Town Manager Kathleen Ramsey announcing she would be taking another job this September, after a dozen years at the helm, the town has a unique opportunity.
County kids take the Good Citizen Challenge … and excel
Reading local news is essential for all Good Citizens. Lilah Foerster, 6, of North Ferrisburgh, isn’t able to read the Addison County Independent on her own yet, but her mom read five articles to her. We’re glad you’re interested in this valuable content! Please understand that in order for...
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