SEVCA Good Buy Thrift Stores to close

WESTMINSTER, Vt. – The board of directors and staff of Southeastern Vermont Community Action (SEVCA) is announcing the closure of our Good Buy Thrift Stores in Springfield and Bellows Falls, effective Dec. 16. “While this decision was not an easy … Continued

Ludlow Chili Cook-off goes on despite rain

LUDLOW, Vt. – The heavens may have opened last Saturday in Ludlow, but even the downpour didn’t seem to faze the over 400 people who braved the weather so they could enjoy the many different varieties of chili available at … Continued

Martha Hennessey at Springfield Library

SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Join us for a discussion with Martha Hennessy at the Springfield Town Library on Monday, Oct. 23, at 6 p.m. She will speak on her brave efforts to change the world, which are reminiscent of the inspiring … Continued

Margaret Omholt, 1934-2023

SHERWOOD, Ark. – Margaret “Peg” Omholt, 89, of Sherwood, Ark., passed away on Wednesday, June 14, 2023. Peg was born April 2, 1934, in Bellows Falls, Vt., to the late James and Doris (Huntoon) Shaughnessy. She attended local schools, and … Continued

LTE Chili names reference tragic events

Dear Editor,   On Oct. 7, the Ludlow Rotary Club held its 32nd annual Chili Cook-off. Great event, great cause! “Reactor No. 4” chili was the winner in the spiciest category. Two years ago, the winner in this category was … Continued

Full online edition: The Vermont Journal 10-18-23

The full online edition is the same as our weekly printed publication. The Vermont Journal 10-18-23 This week’s edition of The Vermont Journal features: Ludlow Chili Cook-off goes on despite rain; Halloween Walk at the Gill Home; OVWC donates to … Continued

Full online edition: The Shopper Newspaper 10-18-23

The full online edition is the same as our weekly printed publication. The Shopper Newspaper 10-18-23 This week’s edition of The Shopper Newspaper features: Rockingham discusses road, sidewalk, and bridge repairs; Springfield Garden Club awards scholarship; SEVCA Good Buy Thrift … Continued

Penelope Arms Solo Spotlight opens

BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Canal Street Art Gallery presents Penelope Arms Solo Spotlight, showing new oil paintings from the artist of the changing New England landscape. Penelope Arms Solo Spotlight opens Oct. 20, and is on view through Dec. 9. … Continued

Rockingham Selectboard discusses road, sidewalk, and bridges

ROCKINGHAM, Vt. – Municipal manager Scott Pickup mentioned that with the Depot Street bridge project delayed by 12-18 months, the town will take the opportunity to work on updating the utilities along Canal Street, before the start of construction. Pickup … Continued

Burlington Taiko at Summer Bandwagon Series

PUTNEY, Vt. – The Next Stage Bandwagon Summer Series presents a concert of traditional Japanese taiko drumming with Burlington Taiko on Saturday, Oct. 21, at 3 p.m., at Cooper Field, 41 Sand Hill Road in Putney. For more than 30 … Continued

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