CHESTER, Vt. – After 18 months of rehabilitating the old Masonic Lodge in downtown Chester, the law office of Chadwick Spensley & Fox is pleased to announce that the general practice branch is officially open for business. “It’s been a … Continued
The Chester Historical Society has in its collection the original Yo-Semite secretary’s ledger, which includes 19th-century meeting minutes and some fires. The men mentioned below are known to me. After you read the minutes, I will offer some of what … Continued
CHESTER, Vt. – On Thursday, Jan. 2, the Chester Selectboard met to revisit their discussion of the long-running, and lately controversial, project to revise the town’s Unified Development Bylaws. Prior to this meeting, the board had adopted revised bylaws for … Continued
A few years ago, I began writing the history of Chester fires and fire departments. In doing that research, I found the stories below. The first story, while not a local fire history, is worthy of inclusion. The dozens of … Continued
Dear Editor, The Chester Selectboard finds itself in an unfortunate state of disagreement with regard to moving the work of our planning commission forward. During the Sept. 18 and Oct. 16 public hearing to adopt proposed changes to the … Continued
CHESTER, Vt. – Hundreds of people in Chester remember the remarkable Barbara Westine, whose enthusiasm, energy, and positive spirit encouraged and supported so many worthwhile causes. As one of the founding members of Chester Townscape, Westine provided both dedicated personal … Continued
CHESTER, Vt. – The Chester Selectboard hearing on rezoning the rural districts, held on Dec. 18, began with Planning Commission Chair Hugh Quinn explaining the changes made to the proposed Unified Development Bylaws since the previous hearing in late October. … Continued
CHESTER, Vt. – Bruce Alexander Orchitt, 72, passed away on Dec. 9, 2024, in his Chester home, where he was lovingly cared for by family. Cancer treatment over the past two years took its toll, but Bruce chose to live … Continued
CHESTER, Vt. – Visit Chester, Vt., on Dec. 21, from 4-7 p.m., for Starry, Starry Night. Follow the luminaries throughout town to over 20 participating businesses offering refreshments and special events. Enjoy food and wine tastings. Browse, shop, and take … Continued
REGION – The Kate Lorenz Memorial Community Fund announces awards and gifts for 2024. This year, as in the past, the fund has donated $5,000 in gifts to organizations that represent Lorenz’s interests and passions. The Kate Lorenz Memorial Community … Continued