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New Hampshire’s Youngest Town is Only About 60 Years Old
In New England, we have a whole lot of history. It is not uncommon for a town to be a few hundred years old. But there is something also appealing about living in a newer town, because you get to make the history. Want to be the first woman to take out 100 books from the town library in a year? You could it!
Historic Vermont covered bridges are under threat by truck drivers relying on GPS meant for cars
LYNDON, Vt. — One of Vermont's historic covered bridges has fallen under threat from modern technology. Box truck drivers relying on GPS continually crash through Lyndon's 140-year-old Miller’s Run bridge despite signs, including a flashing one, to deter vehicles that are too tall or too heavy from crossing. Drivers can face a fine of $5,000 from the town, plus state penalties.
Historic New England covered bridges under threat by trucks using GPS
One of Vermont’s historic covered bridges has fallen under threat from modern technology. Box truck drivers relying on GPS continually crash through Lyndon’s 140-year-old Miller’s Run bridge despite signs, including a flashing one, to deter vehicles that are too tall or too heavy from crossing. Drivers can face a fine of $5,000 from the town, plus state penalties.
Shane Switser: The flavored tobacco ban is a dire threat to small businesses and Vermont’s economy
Small businesses are the backbone of Vermont's economy, and it's time we started treating them as such. Read the story on VTDigger here: Shane Switser: The flavored tobacco ban is a dire threat to small businesses and Vermont’s economy.
Get Ready for the 4th Annual Tri-Town Yard Sale: Bethlehem, Easton, Franconia, and Sugar Hill Residents Invited to Register
The 4th Annual Tri-Town Yard Sale will occur on May 18th and 19th. Participants must register by providing their yard sale address, dates, and hours of operation, along with a brief description of items for sale, to the given email address.
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