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Virginia Blanchard, 1927-2024

SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Virginia Gabert Blanchard passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024, at her daughter’s home in Springfield where she had been living. She was born on Aug. 26, 1927, in Weston, Vt., the daughter of Henry Clifford and … Continued

Cider Donuts owner explains business to LRC

LUDLOW, Vt. – Following the regular weekly business meeting of the Ludlow Rotary Club (LRC), David Bennet, New England Cider Donuts owner, delighted LRC rotarians with an explanation of how he decided to start his new food business in Ludlow. … Continued

Robertson Paper Mill marker dedication held

BELLOWS FALLS, Vt. – A historic marker honoring the former site of Robertson Paper Mill was recently dedicated in Bellows Falls, in conjunction with the Vermont Downtown and Historic Preservation Conference. Over 50 people were in attendance, including conferencegoers and … Continued

Springfield Elks Lodge Celebrates Flag Day

SPRINGFIELD, Vt. – Flag day is celebrated each June 14, to honor the 1777 date when the Second Continental Congress adopted America’s familiar stars and stripes as the national flag. On Sunday, June 9, Springfield Elks Lodge 1560 held its … Continued

Gypsy Reel at Ludlow bandstand

LUDLOW, Vt. – It is now over 40 years since Graham and Camille Parker moved to Ludlow and formed Gypsy Reel. The Ludlow bandstand on The Green seemed like the perfect place for a summer concert, so they started a … Continued

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