LONDONDERRY, Vt. – Have you ever struggled with finding the right spot for adding new plants to your garden? How can you complement your other plantings but also be sure that the new additions will thrive and succeed? Green Mountain … Continued
WALPOLE, N.H. – The Cheshire County Conservation District is currently accepting orders for its annual Conservation Plant Sale. This year, the district continues their partnership with Fedco of Maine to bring a wide range of top-quality plants. Order deadline is … Continued
SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – If you are thinking this might be the year to button up your house to make it more energy-efficient and to save money, the Springfield Energy Committee has two exciting events lined up for Springfield in November … Continued
BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – Every year the Southern Vermont Young Professionals, a program of the Brattleboro Development Credit Corporation, hosts an informational session for people who are considering buying their first home. This informational session allows attendees to ask candid … Continued
ASCUTNEY, Vt. – On Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. Weathersfield Town Library, on Route 5 in Ascutney, and Brent Coleman of Chester, will host a cold climate heat pump workshop for the community. Come see the newly installed … Continued
WARREN, Vt. – In experience-based educational programs around the state, Vermont youth are discovering that there’s more to a tiny house than the build. At Tiny House Fest Vermont Oct. 27, 2019, three groups will report on their investigations into … Continued
REGION – State health officials are advising Vermonters to safely dispose of certain paint and coating removers – paint strippers – determined to be too dangerous to use. That’s because some of these products contain a dangerous chemical called methylene … Continued
REGION – The Sustainable Energy Outreach Network held their 4th annual Sustainable Home Tour Saturday, Oct. 5 under sunny skies. Nearly 100 visitors had the opportunity to learn about the products and processes of the seven energy efficient homes, as … Continued
REGION – Encountering hazardous materials during a home renovation is extremely common. Learn to identify, assess, and remediate these issues so they don’t pose problems down the road. Better addressed than ignored: Be proactive When considering an efficiency upgrade, it … Continued
REGION – Too much moisture in a home or business can cause discomfort. Plus it encourages mold, rot, and bacteria, and erodes the durability of a structure. Take the following steps if you experience damp-smelling rooms, find mold or mildew … Continued