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thewalpolean.org

• Selectboard Meeting Minutes – 4/30/26
  Town of Walpole, New Hampshire Meeting of the Selectboard April 30, 2026 Selectboard Present: Carolyn Vose, Chair, and Cheryl Mayberry Staff Present: Sarah Downing, Manager of Administration, and Sue Bauer, Recording Secretary Guests Present: Sanford and Joan Horskin Selectboard Absent: Steven Dales …
• Walpole Players Planning Meeting – 5/17/26
  The Walpole Players will be holding a planning meeting in the Helen Miller Theater in the Town Hall on Sunday, May 17 at 4pm. The purpose of the meeting will be to brainstorm and discuss ideas for a possible play to be held late fall of this year. Those interested in contributing ideas or considerin …
• Help Our Trails Day – 5/16/26
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• Tree Planting on the Common – 5/16/26
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• Selectboard Meeting Agenda – 5/7/26
  TOWN OF WALPOLE SELECTBOARD MEETING AGENDA May 7, 2026 Starting at 6:30 PM in the Town Hall PUBLIC HEARING USDA GRANT AGREEMENT and MOU re: WALPOLE FIRE STATION PROJECT SELECTBOARD MEETING BUILDING PERMIT 2014-10 RENEWAL ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Accounts Payable Check Register in the total amount of $61,096 …

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vermontjournal.com

• ESBR students visit Benson’s Chevrolet
  ESBR students at Benson’s Chevrolet. Photo provided LUDLOW, Vt. – On Friday, April 10, the Expeditionary School at Black River’s financial literacy class visited Benson’s Chevrolet in Ludlow, Vt., to learn about the vehicle purchase process. The post ESBR students visit Benson’s Chevrolet appeared f …
• Sweethearts & Heroes at Claremont schools
  Tom Murphy (left) and Rick Yarosh. Photo provided CLAREMONT, N.H. – As part of an ongoing partnership with a local Chevrolet dealer, an amazing duo of superheroes without capes from “The World’s No. 1 Youth Leadership Team” will deliver HOPE (Hold On, Possibilities Exist) to students in Claremont, N …
• Political LTE: Michael Gigante supports Wendy Levy for Bellows Falls Village Trustees
  Dear Editor,   This letter is to enthusiastically endorse Wendy Levy for president of the Bellow Falls Village Trustees. She is smart, capable, creative, caring, responsible, aware of the issues, and, most importantly, aware of the suffering of others, with the compassionate intent to alleviate that …
• Chester Fishing Derby
  CHESTER, Vt. – The Chester Rod and Gun Club will sponsor the annual children’s fishing derby on Saturday, May 16, from 9-11 a.m., at the Chester Reservoir. Children up to the age of 12 years may participate in the event and must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The children’s fishing derby is …
• Twilight Music presents John Gorka at Next Stage
  John Gorka. Photo by Robert Hakalski PUTNEY, Vt. – Twilight Music presents acclaimed singer-songwriter John Gorka in concert on Sunday, May 17, at 7 p.m., at Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill in Putney. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Tickets are discounted in advance at at www.nextstagearts.org. Described b …

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vnews.com (Five-article monthly paywall)

• Activists: Protest led Customs and Border Protection office to close for the day
• Voters to decide on reduced budget for Oxbow schools on June 16
• Hartford Selectboard to consider Twin Pines’ safety plan
• American Precision Museum reaches $3M goal for renovation
• Lebanon seeks new head football coach after retirement

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reformer.com (Five-article monthly paywall)

• The Mindful Minute by Jon Heydenreich: Stand back, the big picture
  I have not done a thorough study but it seems that almost 20 percent of the homes in Vermont are owned as second homes. No doubt that elevates house prices as the second home folks have change in their pockets and can afford to pay. A good portion of our economy is dependent on vacationers and touri …
• Plant sale at Centre Church to benefit ECDC and CASP
  BRATTLEBORO — Pick up some roots to help new neighbors put down roots in Brattleboro at the Growing Together Plant Sale this Saturday. Choose from an array of annuals, perennials, house plants and vegetable seedlings, on Saturday, May 16, from 8:30 a.m. to noon, at Centre Congregational Church, 193 …
• Meetings Box
  TODAY Brattleboro Windham Southeast School District: Windham Regional Career Center, Business Program Advisory Board, 2:15 to 3 p.m. via Google Meet at https://meet.google.com/tiq-pges-hka Trustees of Public Funds: 4:30 p.m. in the Hanna Cosman Meeting Room at the Municipal Center, 230 Main St. Recr …
• Explore opportunities for civic involvement
  BRATTLEBORO — The town of Brattleboro will host its second annual Committee Fair on Wednesday, May 13, at 5:30 p.m. in the Main Reading Room of Brooks Memorial Library. Residents are invited to meet representatives from a variety of town boards and committees, learn more about the work they do, and …
• The Mindful Minute by Jon Heydenreich: American Christianity
  My father has been dead for over 40 years so my memory may be a bit weak. Sometimes in the mid-1930s he spent a year in Germany as a theology student. Hitler was gaining ascendency. Dad and some other theology students went to a political speech by one of Hitler’s cronies. At the end of the speech t …

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chestertelegraph.org

• Forum on education transformation bill set for May 11 at Springfield H.S.
  Community members are invited to attend an upcoming educational forum focused on Vermont’s current education transformation legislation, H 955. The event will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, May 11  at the Springfield High School Auditorium, 303 South St. in Springfield. The forum is desig …
• What to know about the GMUSD budget re-vote
  By Shawn Cunningham © 2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC In a  little less than a week, residents of Andover, Baltimore, Cavendish and Chester will get a second chance to vote on the proposed budget of the Green Mountain Unified School District. The district runs two elementary schools and a single high/ …
• Repeals of Act 181 portions zip through Legislature
  The House Ways and Means Committee about to vote in favor of the repeals By Shawn Cunningham © 2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC The Vermont Legislature sometimes gets the reputation for being ponderously slow but last week it showed it could move lightning fast when large numbers of people are up in ar …
• Sage Jewelry takes root in new Chester location
  Michele Colby at her new storefront shop with its two large display windows. Photo by Shawn Cunningham. By Cynthia Prairie ©2026 Telegraph Publishing LLC Michele Colby has finally found the storefront she has longed for. During the 16 intervening years, her children have grown and so has her busines …
• Andover Select Board agenda for May 11
  The Andover Select Board will hold its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Monday May 11 at the Andover Town Office, 953 Weston-Andover Road 1. Call Meeting to Order. 2. Act on Agenda. 3. Act on Minutes of April 27th meeting. 4. Public Comment (Time allowance: Five minutes per visitor, 10 minutes per to …

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sevendaysvt.com

• Magnificent 7: Must See, Must Do Events in and Around Vermont (May 13-20)
  Toot Your Horn Saturday 16 At the Vermont Jazz Center in Brattleboro, former Jazz at Lincoln Center lead trumpeter Sean Jones demonstrates his artistic versatility at a performance rooted in a career of high-profile collabs. The veteran of the international stage and distinguished music educator bri …
• Chef Avery Buck to Leave May Day for Farmers & Foragers
  It’s almost food truck season, and big things are happening at Farmers & Foragers. When the growing restaurant group’s seasonal Dockside location opens at the Burlington Harbor Marina on Saturday, May 23, past James Beard Award finalist Avery Buck will be the group’s executive chef. Buck has been he …
• Obituary: Joyce Elaine (Guyette) Desautels, 1940-2026
  Joyce Desautels Credit: Courtesy Joyce Elaine (Guyette) Desautels, 86, of Shelburne, Vt., died on May 5, 2026, in her home, surrounded by loved ones. She was born on April 28, 1940, in Burlington, Vt., the daughter of Alexander and Mary (Evelti) Guyette. Joyce was a proud member of the last class to …
• In Memoriam: Dr. John “Jack” Murray, 1937-2026
  Dr. John “Jack” Murray Credit: Courtesy A Celebration of Life for Dr. John “Jack” Murray will be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at Bill’s Barn at Starr Farm Beach in Burlington, Vt., beginning at 3 p.m. Please join us to celebrate a life well lived, full of love and laughter. RSVPs are appreciated …
• In Memoriam: Roderick Boutin, 1936-2025
  A Celebration of Life for Doughboy will be held on May 23, 2026, 1 to 5 p.m., at the American Legion in Colchester, Vt. All are welcome! Come and share your memories. Let’s send him off with lots of love. The post In Memoriam: Roderick Boutin, 1936-2025 appeared first on Seven Days. …

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concordmonitor.com (Five-article monthly paywall)

• DCYF director disputes many of the recent allegations at youth detention center
• Two New Hampshire residents exposed to hantavirus on cruise ship
• After Ayotte’s vetoes, here’s where the new ‘bathroom bills’ stand
• Biographer of world’s foremost conservationist to speak in Concord
• Celebrating friendship and inclusion at the Best Buddies Walk

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wcax.com

• Vt. police identify woman found dead under potentially suspicious circumstances
  Vermont police are investigating what they say is potentially a suspicious death in Norwich. Monday, they released the name of the woman who was found dead.
• Made in Vermont: NEK Grains
  A Northeast Kingdom farm is carrying on a family tradition by growing wheat and milling it into flour sold across the region.
• Vermont advising Ghana on budding cannabis industry
  Could Vermont’s marijuana market shape how other countries regulate pot across the globe? The nation of Ghana is looking to the Green Mountains for advice.
• Opioid threat persists despite decline in overdose deaths, first responders warn
  Burlington first responders credit Narcan distribution for the reduction in emergency calls for overdoses, but warn that the drug problem remains.
• Pittsford covered bridge damaged by town employee
  The town said that a highway employee damaged the bridge while operating a backhoe.

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vpr.net

• NOFA-VT funds community dinners through new micro-grant program
  Between February and April, NOFA-VT sponsored “Long-Handled Spoons” dinners in every county in Vermont.
• Man wanted by ICE misses state court appearance
  Deyvi Daniel Corona Sanchez was charged with a DUI in January, triggering a chain of events that led to a chaotic standoff between immigration agents and activists in South Burlington in March.
• Layoffs in Franklin County point to a shrinking manufacturing economy
  More than four hundred will be laid off from the Perrigo infant formula plant.
• Trial delayed for man accused of shooting Palestinian college students in Burlington
  A judge ruled on Friday to move Jason Eaton’s trial from June to September. The move comes after the judge allowed Eaton to pursue an insanity defense.
• University of Vermont seeks taxpayer money to build 5,000-seat athletic venue
  Republican Gov. Phil Scott is asking lawmakers to spend $15 million on a “multi-purpose center” for UVM, which he says will be “a huge economic driver for both the state and university.”

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nhpr.org

• Hubbard Brook to remain open amid U.S. Forest Service reorganization
  The USDA, Governor Ayotte and Senator Shaheen announced Monday that Hubbard Brook will remain open and the USDA will review its decision to close Bartlett Experimental Forest in the White Mountain National Forest.
• Help wanted: Nashua volunteers to fight food insecurity ahead of summer
  The United Way of Greater Nashua is looking for over 100 volunteers to pitch in on a giant food drive at the end of May.
• Two NH residents traveled aboard cruise ship with hantavirus outbreak
  State health officials say the two individuals are not in New Hampshire, but declined to say where they are currently being monitored.
• Manchester-Boston and Pease airports see notable passenger growth over the past year
  More than 1.38 million passengers flew in and out of Manchester-Boston Regional Airport in 2025, an almost 9% increase in passenger activity over 2024 and the best year since pre-pandemic 2019, Business NH reports.
• Under new law, NH’s state primary election to move up to June starting in 2028
  Supporters of the new law signed by Gov. Kelly Ayotte say it will level the playing field for non-incumbent candidates by giving party nominees more time to win over voters.

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VT Alert

• A widespread rain develops this morning and tapers of by sunset this evening
  A widespread rain develops this morning and tapers of by sunset this evening. Rainfall amounts between 0.50″ and 1.25″ can be expected with highs only in the 40s and 50s. No river or flash flooding is expected.(Feed generated with FetchRSS) …
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• [WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2026]
  [WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29, 2026] HIGH fire danger today (Feed generated with FetchRSS) …
• A Red Flag Warning has been issued until 7 PM Today for critical fire weather conditions with relative humidities as low as 20 t…
  A Red Flag Warning has been issued until 7 PM Today for critical fire weather conditions with relative humidities as low as 20 to 25%, and gusts up to 30 MPH. A Special Weather statement has also been issued for areas not in the watch area for near critical fire weather conditions until 7 PM. If any …

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VTDigger

• Dr. Clive S. Gray
  Born: 08/30/1933 New Haven, Ct. Died: 05/07/2026 Greensboro, Vt. Details of service: Services will be held at the end of July in Greensboro. Online condolences are welcomed at: northernvermontfuneralservice.com Dr. Clive Gray, of Greensboro, Vermont, died at home on May 7, 2026. He was 92. Born Augu …
• New community mental health center planned for Montpelier
  A property at 55 Granite Shed Lane in Montpelier that will be the future site of a new community mental health center. Photo by Shane M. Graber/VTDigger Multiple mental health organizations announced Monday they have partnered to create a new community mental health center in Montpelier that will co …
• Man wanted in ICE raids is a no-show in court on unrelated charge
  The Judge Frank Mahady Courthouse and Addison County Superior criminal court in Middlebury. Photo by Alan Keays/VTDigger MIDDLEBURY — The man who authorities sought in a March ICE raid in South Burlington was due in court today on an unrelated charge. Again, he was nowhere to be found. Deyvi Daniel …
• Let’s make pronouns matter again
  Dear Editor, When I was in high school, recognizing people’s pronouns began to feel like a nationwide shift. Teachers asked us to include them in introductions. People added them to Instagram bios. It felt new, intentional, like something was changing. At the same time, I was coming to terms with my …
• Vermont lawmakers abandon push to ban chemical dyes from cafeterias after school district opposition
  Cookies made with natural colors, right, and ones made with artificial colors at a Panera Bread pop up store in New York in June 2015. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer) MONTPELIER — The Vermont Senate abandoned a bill that would have barred a list of chemical additives from the food and drinks served in scho …

The Commons

• On the second Saturday in May — May 9 this year — letter carriers and rural letter carriers throughout the region will be “carry…
  On the second Saturday in May — May 9 this year — letter carriers and rural letter carriers throughout the region will be “carrying out” the Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive, an annual one-day food drive with nationwide scope and local impact. Read more of this VOICES by Viv Woodland here: https://www.co …
• I have been spending time sitting with Act 181, listening intently to the community’s concerns
  I have been spending time sitting with Act 181, listening intently to the community’s concerns. I’ve been sitting with my own concerns about the law. We have many interests to balance as we look to the future: the needs of our community members, youth and adults alike; the needs of our natural envir …
• On April 29, 1975, as artillery pounded the outskirts of Saigon and thousands of desperate Vietnamese people pressed up against …
  On April 29, 1975, as artillery pounded the outskirts of Saigon and thousands of desperate Vietnamese people pressed up against the walls of the U.S. Embassy, Alan Carter climbed onto the roof with a small group of colleagues as helicopters alternated rapidly between landing and liftoff. Carter had …
• This week's obituaries can be found here:
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• The Brattleboro Bears and Bellows Falls Terriers varsity baseball teams are in a down cycle this season, with smaller rosters an…
  The Brattleboro Bears and Bellows Falls Terriers varsity baseball teams are in a down cycle this season, with smaller rosters and lots of inexperienced players. They faced each other May 1 at Tenney Field in a game that served as a good barometer for where they both stand. BF managed to take care of …