Hannah Sorila is a writer and community organizer who aims to align intention and impact...
GUILFORD-So Trump has been elected - again. If last time was bad, this time will...
The writers note that they originally sent this letter to their congregation. "We offer it...
WESTMINSTER WEST-Thank you to David Brooks for clearly saying in his Nov. 8 New York...
BRATTLEBORO-Much of southern Vermont is remembering the impact of the life of Ann (Annie) Richards, who died unexpectedly on Oct. 11 at the age of 45. A proud Vermonter whose family roots dated back to the mid-1700s, Richards, who had a private practice as a family psychiatric nurse practitioner in child and adolescent mental health, created a life of service to others. Friends say she leveraged her desire to consistently build community and made a walloping impact that will leave...
Karen Walter originally wrote this piece as a letter for her family, and some encouraged her to submit it to the newspaper. WESTMINSTER-Why I am a democratic American patriot: • You must know that our democracy was formed after many immigrants of many years had to go to war to ward off British tyrants. The Revolutionary War provided the opportunity for Americans to work to write the Constitution and begin a democratic experimental government. • To this day there is...
Health Care and Rehabilitation Services (HCRS), southeastern Vermont's nonprofit community mental-health agency, will host its fifth multidisciplinary art exhibition to be held at the 118 Elliot Gallery throughout the month of April. The opening reception is scheduled for Friday, April 5, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., featuring live musical performances and light refreshments to enhance the vibrant atmosphere. Showcasing the diverse talents of artists within the HCRS community, both seasoned professionals and emerging talents, both people receiving services and their...
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