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Independence Day schedules and closings

Wednesday, July 3, 2013 — Issue 210

BRATTLEBORO — In observance of the July 4 holiday, all town offices will be closed on Thursday, with the exception of emergency services.

Parking is free at all metered spaces and in the pay-and-display lots on July 4. All other violations, including extended parking, will be enforced.

Brooks Memorial Library will be closed on July 4.

Trash, recycling, and composting will not be picked up on July 4. All pick-ups normally scheduled on Thursday will be conducted Friday, July 5.

The BeeLine bus will not run on July 4. Direct questions to The Current (formerly Connecticut River Transit) at 802-460-7433.

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Brattleboro warned about escalating costs

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BRATTLEBORO-The Selectboard has learned that it will cost about $2.1 million - a 9% increase...

State lawmakers react to a political shift

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With the election now in the books, change is in the air. But how this...

Fond memories remain in the ashes and rubble of a long-vacant neighborhood bar

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