- November 1, Rockingham Free Public Library, Bellows Falls, VT – Friends of the Rockingham Library Raffle
The Friends of the Rockingham Library are sponsoring their 11th Annual Rockingham Library Raffle now – in fact, they are sponsoring two raffles. Contestants can purchase $10 tickets for a chance to win a $100 gift certificate from Harlow Farm Stand, Village Square Booksellers, or Lisai’s Market – wi … - November 19, WOOL-FM, Bellows Falls, VT – Gift Certificate/Card donations sought for WOOL Silent Auction
WOOL’s annual Silent Auction (its most important fundraiser every year) will be an online “Gift Certificates To Local Businesses” auction in 2020 due to the pandemic. In addition to raising funds to help keep the station on the air, it will help support our local shops, businesses, and services. All … - January 15, Vermont, Vermont – Pathways Vermont Support Line
Struggling with COVID blues, need to vent, or maybe just want someone to talk to? The Pathways Vermont Support Line offers free, confidential support and connection for all Vermonters via phone and text 24/7 at 833-VT-TALKS (that’s 833-888-2557). The line is staffed by local peers who have gone thro … - December 30, Vermont, Vermont – Pathways Vermont Support Line
Struggling with COVID blues, need to vent, or maybe just want someone to talk to? The Pathways Vermont Support Line offers free, confidential support and connection for all Vermonters via phone and text 24/7 at 833-VT-TALKS (that’s 833-888-2557). The line is staffed by local peers who have gone thro … - December 20, via Zoom link, Web – Concert Choir Stay at Home Sing Along
The Brattleboro Concert Choir host a collective online sing of great choral works every other Sunday at 2pm through December 20. Participants are welcome to join at any point in the series. Registration required. The Concert Choir is also collaborating with local high school choirs to create a virtu …
- A Reminder From Cemetery Trustees
November 1st is right around the corner – Sunday to be exact. In case you have forgotten, Dale asked me to post this reminder. – Lil Per Walpole Cemetery By-Laws, all all floral displays, pots must be removed from the Cemeteries by November 1st. Please be respectful and help maintain the beauty of … - Clarion Now Online
NOVEMBER 2020 — NOW ON-LINEby Ray Boas Yes, already the eleventh month of this most different year. But moving right along anyway, the November 2020 issue of THE WALPOLE CLARION is now on-line for you to browse and read. Your “hard copy” in now in the mail, and you should be receiving it in a day. S … - More From Lucy
Good news for us. Glad to hear that Walpole is well at least. Stay the course! – Lil COVID by the Numbers—October 29 morning update In Cheshire County, the 7 day average of cases per 100,000 has jumped from 1.9 to 3.0. That rise is driven by the 6 new cases reported on October 26. Of those 6 new … - Hydrant Flushing
Hydrants in the Town of Walpole are being flushed Wednesday October 28 and Thursday October 29. You may experience discolored water. Run the water for about 5 minutes or until the water runs clear.
Thank you,
Walpole Water Department
- Polls Open at 7:00 AM
Please be aware that the polls will be open from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Absentee ballots must be in by 5:00 PM, however.
- Embracing and maintaining your wellness during fall and winter
Explore wellness in the fall and winter months with Carol Jones. Photo provided BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Join certified wellness coach Carol Jones, from the comfort of home, on exploring ways to embrace and maintain wellness during the fall and winter months on two consecutive Thursdays Nov. 12 and Nov. … - Register early for Holiday Wreath Decorating workshops
CHESTER, Vt. – Conquer the strange world of Covid-19 and bring on some joyous holiday spirit by decorating a premade evergreen wreath. The number of holiday wreath workshops, which will take place Nov. 19-21 at St. Luke’s Church in Chester, Vt., has been increased this year, but the number of partic … - Vermont moose hunters enjoy 73% success
MONTPELIER, Vt. – The Vermont Fish & Wildlife Department says hunters harvested 40 moose in this year’s regulated moose hunting seasons that were limited to Vermont’s Wildlife Management Unit E in the northeastern corner of the state to reduce the impact of winter ticks on the moose population. All … - Vermont’s regular deer season starts Nov. 14
Hunters who get a deer opening weekend of the Nov. 14-29 deer season can help Vermont’s deer management program by reporting their deer at a biological check station. Photo by John Hall, Vermont Fish & Wildlife MONTPELIER, Vt. – Hunters are gearing up for the start of Vermont’s traditionally popular … - Fall wildlife foods are less abundant
Acorns are an important food source for wildlife this fall. Photo provided by Vermont Fish & Wildlife REGION – Vermont Fish & Wildlife is reporting that several important fall foods for wildlife are less abundant this year. “Fish & Wildlife staff routinely survey mast stands around the state in late …
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- Vt. Secretary Condos: Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court opinion wrong on Vermont voting
The Vermont Secretary of State said Thursday that he’s glad U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh corrected an opinion that mischaracterized Vermont’s voting system. But the corrected opinion still mischaracterizes the changes made to the state’s voting system during the pandemic, he said.Secre … - Bridgewater getting $800,000 in federal money for wastewater treatment plant
BRIDGEWATER — The town of Bridgewater is receiving federal funding to help it avoid a potentially costly problem.The U.S. Department of Agriculture this week said it has authorized $789,000 in loans and grants to Bridgewater so the town can upgrade its aging wastewater treatment plant, the breakdown … - Thetford officials seek bond to fix Route 132
THETFORD — Town officials are asking residents to approve a nearly $4 million bond to fix a section of Route 132 long plagued by potholes, cracks and culvert damage.The proposed bond comes on its own ballot, separate from that of political races, and has also been mailed out to voters ahead of Tuesd … - Lebanon school officials to propose anti-racism policy
LEBANON — School officials in Lebanon will soon start drafting an anti-racism policy to address issues surrounding bias and systemic racism, following in the footsteps of a neighboring district that recently adopted similar measures.The School Board voted unanimously Wednesday night to direct its po … - ACA health insurance enrollment period starts Nov. 1
The Affordable Care Act has been around for close to a decade but this year’s open enrollment period, which starts Nov. 1, is in a class by itself.For one thing, hanging over it is the possibility that the Supreme Court will strike down some or all of Obamacare now that it has an overwhelming conser …
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- Weekly Covid-19 Update: New cases in every county as Vermont sees another jump
©2020 Telegraph Publishing LLC The state of Vermont saw another steep weekly jump of 139 new Covid-19 cases, up from 101 new cases last week, for a total of 2,155 cases since the pandemic started last winter, and the first week since the pandemic began that every county in Vermont had new cases. The … - Resident donates 20kw generator for Little School, town office
By Cherise Madigan © 2020 Telegraph Publishing LLC Weston resident Gary Bettman has donated a 20 kilowatt generator to The Little School, temporarily resolving the Select Board’s months long deliberations on the subject and prompted the board to approve a future survey of the surrounding town proper … - Chester town budget underspent so far this year
By Shawn Cunningham © 2020 Telegraph Publishing LLC With 75 percent of the year past, the town of Chester had spent about 65 percent of its annual budget, having hit the brakes earlier this year when it looked as though the Covid-19 pandemic would result in delayed or delinquent property tax collect … - Clerks: Mail-in voting pace is brisk, few errors
By Shawn Cunningham © 2020 Telegraph Publishing LLC A full voting booth – as was common in the 2018 election – will be a rarer sight this year. Telegraph file photos Area residents are embracing mail-in voting in substantial numbers and making very few mistakes, according to several town clerks. And … - Local money in the presidential race
©2020 Telegraph Publishing LLC On Monday, the New York Times published an analysis of campaign contributions by ZIP code. The reporters teased out the number of donations from April 1 through Oct. 14 and estimated their amounts by every ZIP code in the United States and looked at factors behind the …
- CFD Called to Structure Fire Sunday
CLAREMONT, NH—The Claremont Fire Department responded to 24 Bellic Street, a story and a half, single-family structure, for a reported structure fire on October 25 at 5:40 PM, as dispatched by Claremont Safety Services Dispatch Center. The department responded with two engines and a crew of four. At … - Claremont Man Arrested Following Investigation of Multiple Store Robberies
CLAREMONT, NH–On October 15, Claremont Police Department investigators arrested: Nathan E. Lane, 32, Claremont, NH, for his alleged involvement in the following robberies: August 27, 2020 robbery of the CVS store on Wall Street August 29, 2020 robbery of the CVS store for the second time September 1 … - NH Food Bank to Host Mobile Food Pantries in Littleton, Claremont and Concord
The New Hampshire Food Bank will host three drive-through mobile food pantries this week in Littleton, Claremont and Concord. The New Hampshire Food Bank is currently in the midst of a five-week series in which it is hosting three mobile food pantries each week. The New Hampshire Food Bank, a progra … - Water Break Announcement
CLAREMONT, NH–The Claremont Water Department is preparing to shut down the water main to repair a leak on FOREST STREET. Residents of Forest Street as well as the neighborhoods of Kite Hill, Balsam and Bay Street will be without water throughout the repair construction estimated to be complete by 3: … - Newport Police Seek Public’s Help
- No End in Sight to UVM Health Network Slowdown Caused by Cyberattack
University of Vermont Health Network hospitals continued to rely on old-fashioned, paper-based systems Friday, two days after a cyberattack crippled key digital infrastructure. And according to Dr. Stephen Leffler, president and chief operating officer of UVM Medical Center, it remains unclear when … - State Officials Defend Response to Controversial Firearms Training Center
Vermont law enforcement officials have been monitoring a weapons training center in southwestern Vermont for at least a year, state leaders said Friday, responding to questions about a VTDigger.org story published a day earlier revealing how neighbors of the property live in a constant state of fear … - Dance Video "The Activation" Champions Voting and Social Justice
If you haven’t voted, this video’s for you. If you have, it’s still for you. “The Activation” combines dance, music, interviews and information to help viewers turn confusion into clarity, inertia into action. Part music video and part rally for change, the five-minute work captures 22 Vermonters mo … - Vermont Gas to Pay for Some F-35 Soundproofing
A sizable donation from a Vermont utility will help soundproof buildings in three Chittenden County cities affected by F-35 jet noise, officials said Thursday. Vermont Gas Systems will kick in $550,000 for Burlington International Airport’s noise mitigation program in fiscal year 2021. The amount co … - Kavanaugh Corrects Error About Vermont Voting Rules in a Published Opinion
Vermont election officials succeeded this week in getting U.S. Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh to correct an error about state election rules that he included in a high-profile opinion regarding mail-in ballots. “Justice Kavanaugh simply got this wrong,” Vermont Secretary of State Jim Condos s …
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- Students from Concord High, Rundlett test positive for COVID
Two students at Concord High School and one student at Rundlett Middle School tested positive for COVID-19, the interim superintendent for Concord School District announced Friday.Classes will be moved online Nov. 2 to give the district time to deep clean both buildings. Students will continue their … - Pats Peak prepares for a ski season that will (unfortunately) be unlike any other
Skiers will notice plenty of changes at Pats Peak this season due to COVID-19, and that includes porta-potties. But at least they’ll be nice ones.“We’ve rented some high-end, wedding-quality porta-potties, to be located at base of the Valley and Summit chairs,” said Kris Blomback, general manager of … - Everett Arena opening back up with new restrictions for athletes and skaters
All staff, coaches, referees, and athletes at Everett Arena will now be required to get tested for COVID-19 before returning to the ice.Everett Arena closed its doors for two weeks, following positive COVID-19 tests for 158 people associated with the sport over the last two months, though there were … - Nursing homes increase restrictions as COVID-19 cases across the state surge
Nursing homes are reverting back to stricter restrictions as COVID-19 cases across the state surge. Long term care facilities, which enjoyed a short period of relief during the summer, are now all back either in Stage I or II of reopening, which limits group activities, communal dining, and non-esse … - On a Halloween like no other, here’s how N.H. towns are celebrating safely
Granite Staters are preparing for a completely different kind of Halloween.This year, the coronavirus has cancelled major annual Halloween staples like the Portsmouth Halloween Parade and Laconia Pumpkin Fest, but many towns are still hosting events and allowing trick-or-treating with restrictions.. …
- Final campaign finance reports in for Vermont candidates
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Friday night marks the final campaign finance report deadline for Vermont candidates before election day. Starting with the incumbent Governor Phil Scott has raised more than $95,000 since October 13th. That’s from about 300 contributors. The campaign spent around $32,000, a … - Latest coronavirus numbers — WCAX continuing coverage
•As of Friday, Vermont health officials reported 14 new coronavirus cases for a total of 2,155. There have been a total of 58 deaths. The state’s percent positive 7-day average is 0.5%. A total of 188,683 tests have been conducted, 377 travelers are being monitored, 10,254 have completed monitoring, … - NY’s COVID hot spot restrictions upheld again in court
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) – A federal judge in upstate New York has upheld the state’s restrictions on religious gatherings in coronavirus hot spots. The decision on Friday by U.S. District Judge Gary Sharpe in Albany followed two other similar rulings earlier this month that also refused to block Gov. Andr … - Vt. lawmakers presented with Woodside replacement options
BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – The Vermont Department for Children and Families is releasing new details on its replacement for Woodside.The state’s longtime secure residential treatment facility for juveniles in Colchester has closed after facing years of criticism and a loss of federal money for feeling … - Virus tallies catching up in New Hampshire’s Coos County
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) – The coronavirus is catching up to New Hampshire’s northernmost county.In Coos County, with an increasing number of positive COVID-19 tests, WMUR-TV reports Berlin and Gorham emergency management officials moved to recommend residents not participate in door-to-door trick-or-trea …
- Candidate Conversations: Charly Dickerson Runs For Governor
Charly Dickerson is a retired public administrator and a longtime resident of Montpelier, who is running as an independent candidate for governor. - Candidate Conversations: Ralph Corbo Runs For Lieutenant Governor
Ralph Corbo is a candidate for lieutenant governor from Wallingford. His name appears on the ballot with the party affiliation “Banish The F-35s.” In the past, he’s worked as a U.S. postal service employee. - Candidate Conversations: Michael A. Devost Runs For Governor
Michael Devost is a Newport City-based independent candidate for governor. He works as a housekeeper, and is concerned that the Scott Administration has overstated the dangers of COVID-19. - Candidate Conversations: Kevin Hoyt Runs For Governor
Kevin Hoyt is a conservative gun rights activist running for governor as an independent candidate in the 2020 general election. He has been a vocal critic of Gov. Phil Scott’s efforts to slow the spread of COVID-19 by shutting down sectors of Vermont’s economy. - Candidate Conversations: Emily Peyton Runs For Governor
Emily Peyton is running for governor as a candidate with the “Truth Matters” party. She believes in the right of citizens to decline vaccines and disputes the Vermont Department of Health’s assertion that 58 people have died of COVID-19 in Vermont since March.
- State Monitoring COVID Cluster At Plymouth Youth Residential Facility
A youth residential facility in Plymouth is dealing with a cluster of COVID-19 cases. Moira O’Neill, the Director of the New Hampshire Office of the Child Advocate, said her office has been alerted to four positive cases among youth at Mount Prospect Academy. - New Hampshire Colleges Prepare For An Anxious Election Week
Colleges around New Hampshire are taking steps to support students through Tuesday’s election and the following days. This year has brought on a lot: a pandemic, an economic downturn, wildfires in the West, a focus on racial injustice. - DES Raises Risk Of Multi-Year Drought As N.H. Heads Toward Winter
A new state aid program has already gotten more than 60 requests for bottled water from people whose wells have run dry as a result of the drought, which has persisted in Southeastern New Hampshire despite recent rain and snow. The dry conditions have improved in much of the state and region, but re … - Coronavirus Update: Sununu Extends Emergency Order; N.H. Reports 126 New COVID Cases
NHPR is continuing to cover the developing story around coronavirus in New Hampshire. Bookmark this page for the latest updates, including case numbers and other important news of the day. Click here for all of our COVID-19 coverage. - N.H. High Court Rules List Of Police With Credibility Issues Not A Confidential Document
The New Hampshire Supreme Court has ruled that a confidential list containing the names of more than 270 police officers with sustained findings of misconduct on their records is not protected from release under the state’s Right to Know law.
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