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Spotlight on Jules on the Green
Aug 10

Aug 10 Spotlight on Jules on the Green

Shanti Boyle
Community

ESSEX — Right off of Upper Main St. on Commonwealth Ave., Jules on the Green brings a little bit of sylvan charm to Essex suburbia.

VSAC Zoom rooms keeping info accessible for students
Aug 6

Aug 6 VSAC Zoom rooms keeping info accessible for students

Anna Morrill
Education

The Vermont Student Assistance Corporation offers college access programs for adults, helps them determine what they want to study, and assists with financial aid applications.

Wags to Wishes photo contest highlights kids’ best friends
Aug 3

Aug 3 Wags to Wishes photo contest highlights kids’ best friends

Anna Morrill
Community

Now is a great time to teach that old dog a new trick – “say cheese.”

In a time of protests calling to “Defund the police,” Waterbury already has
Jul 31

Jul 31 In a time of protests calling to “Defund the police,” Waterbury already has

Sidney Bewlay
Latest Stories

The death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police on May 25 sparked protests across the world calling for racial justice and police reform including in Vermont.

A Thriving camp during difficult times
Jul 30

Jul 30 A Thriving camp during difficult times

Laura Meyer
COVID-19

Winooski’s Thrive Summer Camps are preceding this summer with modifications in order to ensure safety and an engaging program during the pandemic.

Doors open at Railroad & Main
Jul 27

Jul 27 Doors open at Railroad & Main

Shanti Boyle
Community

ESSEX -- The dynamic duo behind local restaurant Railroad & Main, Todd and Courtney Roman, are thrilled to be opening their doors again for dine-in, take-out, and outdoor dining services.

The Singing Chef is back in the Mimmo’s kitchen
Jul 27

Jul 27 The Singing Chef is back in the Mimmo’s kitchen

Shanti Boyle
Community

ESSEX -- Michele Spano, also known as the “Singing Chef,” is back cooking primavera, meatballs, and sub sandwiches for Mimmo’s Pizzeria & Restaurant patrons in Essex Junction.

Essex wishes farewell to retiring police chief
Jul 27

Jul 27 Essex wishes farewell to retiring police chief

Shanti Boyle
Latest Stories

Being surrounded by family, friends, colleagues, and other members of the community, Rick Garey officially retired from being Essex’s chief of police Friday during a ceremony in front of the station that wasn’t just warm in temperature -- but one that was filled with warm regards, memories, and thanks.

It’s not a Harry Potter problem, you’re just home more
Jul 27

Jul 27 It’s not a Harry Potter problem, you’re just home more

Chase McGuire
Environment

Several Charlotte residents have mentioned to The Charlotte News that they have been noticing barred owls more than usual this year. Bird Project Leader for Vermont Fish and Wildlife Doug Morin shared some of his knowledge as to why this could be.

Looking back: 50 years of Pride
Jul 27

Jul 27 Looking back: 50 years of Pride

Anna Morrill & Lilly Young
Community

Fifty years ago, the first New York City Pride Parade took place. Fifty-one years ago were the Stonewall riots. Community members were asked to reflect on their significance and how these events shaped the LGBTQIA+ experience today.

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