Wilmington News

Next month road work will begin on Route 9 from Haystak Road east through the Wilmington village to the Molly Stark State Park, for a distance of approximately 51/2 miles.

Starting today, the Deerfield Valley Transit Association is cutting routes due to rising fuel costs.

Cars following behind some of the MOOver buses on the road now will begin to smell a scent many describe as the smell of french fries.

Starting today, the Deerfield Valley Transit Association, also known as "The MOOver," will be cutting a number of routes and trips in response to ever-rising fuel costs.

A motorcyclist crashed on Route 9 Friday after plastic drain pipes flew from a passing truck, striking the man and bike.

Dennis Butchko taught Readsboro's seventh and eighth graders for years and years - then he started teaching their children.

Tasha Tudor, internationally known for her delicate artwork, charming stories and cottage gardening style, died at age 92 at her Raven Road home Wednesday surrounded by family and friends.

Rep. Ann Manwaring, D-Wilmington, who won the Windham District-2 seat two years ago after longtime representative Bob Rusten retired, will seek re-election in the 2008 race.

Needless to say, it's about 30 kagillion degrees here in Vermont, which of course means that our apartment has turned into a 900-square-foot kiln with wall-to-wall carpeting.

While the bodies being freed from crunched-up cars were only plastic dummies, local emergency workers were saving lives.

It's all about knowing your customer. That's how a local business can survive and even thrive during a time of fierce competition from national chains, said Lisa Sullivan, the owner of the Book Cellar in ...

Police are still investigating a post-prom underage drinking party Friday night with more than 100 New Jersey teenagers that took six law enforcement agencies eight hours to process.

As state officials prepare to meet again next week to discuss safety issues on Route 9, another truck ran into trouble on the mountainous highway Thursday but was steered by its driver onto a truck escape ramp.

By Sally Pollak, Free Press Staff Writer * May 25, 2008 In her new book, "Forward From Here," Reeve Lindbergh writes about animals and books; children and hippies; health and haying.

“It's a balance left over from a legal battle with Act 60. That ended. It's just sitting at this point not doing anybody any good.”

At a Special Town Meeting Wednesday, voters set aside money to go into the Garage Capital Reserve Fund. via The Brattleboro Reformer

“Worn correctly, seat belts have proven to reduce the risk of fatal injury in a crash by 45 percent for front seat passenger vehicle occupants, and by 60 percent in pickup trucks, SUVs and minivans.”

Local police say they will be taking part in an annual national campaign intended to enforce seat belt laws and encourage use of the safety device throughout the year. via The Bennington Banner

The crunch of asparagus, the deep green of fresh spinach, and the creamy white of farm fresh cheese are just some of the seasonal delicacies for sale as 28 of Vermont's 63 farmers' markets open within the next ... via BurlingtonFreePress.com

Mildred E. Richotte, 91, formerly of 895 Huckle Hill Road, Vernon, and a resident of the Vernon Green Nursing Home, 61 Greenway Drive, died Monday, May 5, 2008, at the nursing facility following a period of ... via The Recorder - Greenfield, Massachusetts

“They kept asking why people litter so much”

Even before a table was set up outside the Brattleboro Food Co-op to hand out bags, people were milling around, despite the early hour and the cold rain, and ready to make the town look its best. via The Brattleboro Reformer

“What we need in this state is more quality, qualified butchers. I would like to see more training of people in the lost art of meat cutting.”

Some middle-aged dudes might fantasize about rock-star camp. Others will pay a mint to don big-league pinstripes and run around the field. via Seven Days