Decoration Day
Memorial Day is upon us. I wasn’t in the service, but I am very patriotic. Perhaps had I served I would have a different opinion. Memorial Day has always been a holiday close to me. I think most readers know … Continued
Ron Patch
Chester fishing derby
The 2023 Chester Fishing Derby was held this past Saturday, May 13, at the Chester Reservoir. As usual, George Wilson was set up registering kids for prizes. The weather was perfect, other than a brisk wind blowing down the reservoir. … Continued
So long, Frank Kendall
Frank Kendall has joined his ancestors. Frank was born in 1936, living his entire life in the area. Frank was well known. At 17, he and his mother began raising Toy Fox Terriers to sell. For 70 years, Frank raised … Continued
The Dorand Forest
South of Chester on Route 103, turn onto Upper Bartonsville Road. Near the end you’ll see Cambridgeport Road. This is a pleasant drive. Pay attention and you’ll see the sign with this article. John Dorand I didn’t know John … Continued
A “novel” idea
I have an idea for a new book. As I go around visiting friends, I hear countless stories of days gone by. Whether it’s Bob Turco, Bill Burton, the Kendall family, or Ted and Danny, everyone has stories. I couldn’t … Continued
Oysters “R” in season
Yankee food can be rather bland for those not accustomed to it. Dried beef or salmon pea wiggle gravy probably wouldn’t excite your taste buds. This style of cooking dates back to our earliest ancestors. Drying or salting meat … Continued
Chester telephone history
I was asked some time ago if Chester ever had any telephone booths. I hope I manage to make such a mundane story interesting. On the upper end of Park, in the 50s and 60s, there was a phone booth. … Continued
Old Vermont
Sometimes I’m unsure what to write. So I write what I find interesting. Unknown to many today, there are two Vermonts. All are aware of the Vermont we live in today. However, very few know that old Vermont is still … Continued
Sugaring in the old days
I met many farmers when buying antiques in the 70s. Visiting a farmer on antiques business had to wait ‘til between seasons. Spring was planting crops, summer haying, and harvest in the fall. Don’t bother them then, I learned. This … Continued
Jack T. Lindgren at Arlington National Cemetery 🇺🇸
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – First Lieutenant Jack T. Lindgren, United States Army, was laid to rest on Feb. 27, 2023, at Arlington National Cemetery with family and friends in attendance. He was the oldest child of Ted and Florence Lindgren’s … Continued