Chester Selectboard updated on flood response

CHESTER, Vt. – Like many of the surrounding communities, Chester faced considerable damage wrought by the flooding on Monday, July 10. Several days later, on Thursday, July 13, the Chester Selectboard held a special meeting to hear updates from town … Continued

Ludlow Selectboard and Trustees hear flood updates

LUDLOW, Vt. – The Village of Ludlow saw significant flooding on Monday, July 10, with storm waters rising to cover Main Street and Pond Street both in the early morning and mid afternoon. Around 4 p.m., town manager Brendan McNamara … Continued

Flood relief: shelters, meals, supplies, and donations

REGION – This is a running list of open shelters, free meals, supplies, and where to make donations to help with flood relief in the local area. It will be updated as new information becomes available.   Shelters Flood shelters … Continued

Op-Ed: We are Vermont Strong

As I finally got back into Ludlow Thursday morning, July 13, I was devastated to see the impacts that the flooding had on this town, and so many other surrounding areas. Bridges and roadways completely destroyed; homes and businesses in … Continued

Vermont Strong – Again

The past few days have seen flood devastation throughout Vermont, a stark reminder of what the state experienced from Tropical Storm Irene a dozen years ago. The “Vermont Strong” slogan showed that Vermonters were resilient and would persevere to overcome … Continued

LTE Flooding at Weston Playhouse

Dear friends and supporters,   We hope this message finds you safe and well. With heavy hearts, unwavering determination, and absolute faith in our storied resiliency, we’re writing today to share that our beloved town and the historic Weston Playhouse … Continued

Vermont Community Foundation creates flood recovery fund

REGION – The Vermont Community Foundation announced Tuesday that it has created a fund to help the people and communities of the state recover from devastating flooding that constitutes one of the worst natural disasters Vermont has ever seen. Donations … Continued

Op-ed: flooding devastates the region

As we put this paper together to the best of our ability, our hearts go out to everyone that has been impacted by the flooding throughout the region. Emergency service crews have been working tirelessly to keep us all safe, … Continued

Vermont Chamber of Commerce flood recovery resources

REGION –  The Vermont Chamber is here to support businesses statewide with recovery efforts and their experienced and trusted team is on hand to listen, and assist. As we begin to understand the full extent of the damage caused by … Continued

Serious flooding across Vermont causes widespread damage

REGION – Widespread flooding across the region began overnight Monday, July 10, and continued into Tuesday, with significant damage in Andover, Cavendish, Chester, Londonderry, Ludlow, Mount Holly, and other surrounding towns. Many roads have washed out or been flooded, leading … Continued

Back To Top